Talent Acquisition Lead & HRBP

Kela is a defense technology startup pioneering next-generation command-and-control and data infrastructure systems. We empower defense organizations with robust, scalable, and secure platforms that integrate diverse sensors and AI to deliver real-time battlefield intelligence. Backed by leading investors, Kela combines Israeli innovation with global mission impact. About the Role We are searching for an exceptional Talent Acquisition Leader to shape and direct our hiring engine while serving as a strategic partner to our business. Build & Lead an Agile Talent Team: Direct, mentor, and actively scale a growing team of recruiters and talent sourcers. Set benchmarks for excellence, coach the team through complex pipeline challenges, remove operational roadblocks, and cultivate a culture of craft mastery and high accountability. Magnetize Elite Talent: Act as an ambassador for world class candidates, taking direct ownership of our most critical executive and niche searches while leading, mentoring, and elevating an agile, high performing recruiting team. Champion Operational Velocity: Build and refine tech enabled recruitment workflows. Command your pipeline metrics, eliminate friction for hiring managers, drive radical transparency, and execute with urgency. Serve as a Strategic HRBP: Act as a dedicated Human Resources Business Partner for a significant portion of the Kela teams. You will align people strategy with business objectives, coach leadership, navigate organizational design, and drive team health and engagement. Who You Are 7+ years of blended experience across talent acquisition - MUST 2 years of experience in the HR field. Proven track record thriving in fast paced, high velocity environments or rapidly scaling global tech startups, with the resilience to navigate ambiguity and execute at speed. Comfort working on site alongside our team for the majority of the work week to foster rapid collaboration and culture building. Genuine curiosity and proven proficiency in deploying AI tools within your personal workflow and broader talent strategies.