Why Do This Engagement
Many Talent Acquisition functions grow organically. Processes differ between teams, roles overlap, technology is disconnected, and success depends on individual recruiters rather than a scalable operating model.
This engagement applies the Recruiting Excellence Framework to design how your Talent Acquisition function should operate. Together we define the optimal operating model, standardize ways of working, establish clear ownership, implement the right technology, and create the governance needed to continuously improve recruiting performance.
The result is a scalable Talent Acquisition function that consistently delivers the right talent exactly when the business needs it.

What You Get
Talent Acquisition Operating Model
- Centralized, decentralized or hybrid operating model
- Clearly defined roles and responsibilities
- Governance model and decision ownership
Process & Technology Design
- End-to-end recruiting process and hiring framework
- Technology architecture and vendor recommendations
- Reporting, dashboards and performance management
Implementation & Enablement
- Implementation roadmap with phased rollout
- Recruiter, Hiring Manager and Interviewer training materials
- Ongoing governance for continuous improvement
Goal & Target Audience
This engagement is designed for organizations that want to redesign or scale their Talent Acquisition function and build an operating model that consistently delivers measurable business outcomes.
Ideal participants include:
- CHRO / HR Director
- Head of Talent Acquisition
- HR & TA Transformation Leaders
- HRIT
- TA or People Analytics Team
- Representatives from the business
- Selected Recruiters
The Outcome
By the end of the engagement your organization has a fully designed Talent Acquisition operating model that can be implemented across teams, regions and business units.
You leave with:
- A complete Talent Acquisition operating model covering people, process, technology and governance.
- Standardized ways of working that improve consistency, reporting and recruiting performance.
- An implementation roadmap with priorities, rollout phases, stakeholder enablement and measurable success criteria.
This positions Talent Acquisition as a strategic business function capable of consistently delivering the right talent exactly when the business needs it.
The Consultants

Tony de Graaf
With decades of experience across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific, I’ve built and transformed high-performing Talent Acquisition teams for some of the world’s biggest companies.
I don’t just talk about Talent Acquisition – I build and implement the strategies that make hiring a competitive advantage.

Marcel Rütten
With over 15 years in HR, I have established myself as a Global TA Lead, HR blogger, podcaster, and author, contributing significantly to the evolution of recruiting, personal marketing, and employer branding in Germany.
I am passionate about transforming HR practices to create people-centric organizations supported by technology and data.
Engagement & Pricing
This engagement is fully customized and typically includes assessment, design, implementation planning, and stakeholder enablement.
Following an introductory meeting, we provide a tailored proposal and project scope.
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