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Global Head of International Talent Acquisition - Commercial & Early Careers

Education

Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen

Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen (Unknown - Present)

  • Degree: Magister
  • Field of Study: Philosophie
  • Description:

Universität Hamburg (Unknown - Present)

  • Degree: Bachelor of Arts - BA Kriminologie
  • Field of Study: Unknown Field
  • Description:

Skills:

Personalplanung, Nachfolgeplanung, Leadership, Candidate Experience

Work Experience:

Global Head of International Talent Acquisition - Commercial & Early Careers at HelloFresh

  • Location: Berlin, Deutschland
  • Duration: 2021-12 to Present
  • Description: In my current role, I oversee recruiting efforts for all business roles across HelloFresh`s HQ in Germany, DACH region incl. our DACH distribution centers (white and blue-collar roles),new markets (Spain,Italy and Ireland), and hiring for our newest brand FACTOR EU hiring, where I lead a team of over 10 recruiters and Team Leaders. I am responsible for setting talent acquisition strategies that align with our business objectives, ensuring that we attract and secure top talent to support our growth. Additionally, I drive process excellence across recruitment workflows, implementing best practices and innovative solutions to optimize efficiency and candidate experience. By focusing on strategy, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making, I empower my team to achieve ambitious hiring targets and establish a high-performing talent pipeline across these key regions for Hello Fresh globally.

Senior Talent Acquisition Team Manager @ Doctolib at DOCTOLIB

  • Location: Berlin, Deutschland
  • Duration: 2021-08 to 2021-12
  • Description: Managing the Business Recruiting Team for Germany including Early Careers. Responsibility for all positions in the Strategy, Marketing, Finance, Legal and People departments for Doctolib Germany.

Senior Manager Talent Acquisition @ Doctolib at DOCTOLIB

  • Location: Berlin, Deutschland
  • Duration: 2020-04 to 2021-11
  • Description: Managing the Sales, Sourcing and Recruiting teams for Germany, the driving force behind the Germany expansion for Doctolib ! The team consisted of 10 Business Recruiters who are responsible for hiring into the Field Sales, Key Account Sales, Telehealth and Inside Sales teams for roles all across Germany.

Lead Talent Acquisition at AUTO1 Group

  • Location: Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
  • Duration: 2019-06 to 2020-05
  • Description: Managed a team of nine Headcounts. Recruiting and especially sourcing for Tech Operations, Logistics, Pricing, Finance and the biggest department Purchasing with more than 400 Headcounts in Germany. Managed C-Level positions and senior roles full cycle. Managing employer branding and Talent Intelligence projects and initiatives.

HR Business Partner & Lead Talent Acquisition at Tipico

  • Location: Hamburg und Umgebung, Deutschland
  • Duration: 2016-12 to 2019-05
  • Description: About Tipico From one betting shop to the leading provider of sports betting in Germany The success story of Tipico begins in a small betting shop in Karlsruhe. What started as a tiny business of three students quickly evolved into a flourishing company. Soon, Tipico became one of the leading European betting providers with land-based business and online offer. Since 2004, the company’s headquarters have been in St. Julian’s, Malta. Tipico not only holds licenses for sports betting and online casino, but also employs 235 people from 30 nations on the Mediterranean island, being one of the most popular employers there. Furthermore, Tipico operates branches in Germany, Austria, Croatia and Gibraltar. More than 6,000 people work for the entire Tipico Group and the associated franchise network. Franchise partners operate some 1,100 Tipico shops. In 2016, the company’s founders sold large parts of Tipico Sportwetten to CVC Capital Partners, one of the world’s leading private equity and investment advisory companies. Tipico stands for a sport-related entertainment product that places its customers’ bets in safe hands. As a reliable partner for sport, Tipico is committed to integrity and the highest standards of data security, protection of players and minors
AI Resume Analysis

Candidate Intelligence Report

AI-powered analysis from the perspective of a US hiring director — evaluating career continuity, growth trajectory, and role fit.

Career Continuity & Risk Assessment

Employment GapLow

Between Tipico (May 2019) and AUTO1 (June 2019) there was a one-month gap; overall, employment continuity is strong with uninterrupted roles across the timeline.

Industry ConsistencyMedium

Experience spans gaming, automotive/tech operations, healthcare tech, and food tech/consumer platforms. While the core TA function is consistent, the industry shifts require broad adaptability.

Tenure StabilityMedium

Several roles are 1–2 years in length, with a longer tenure at HelloFresh. A minor overlap in 2021 (Doctolib) suggests transitional phases but also demonstrates willingness to take on expanded responsibilities.

Education-Career MatchLow

Education from Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen aligns with career in Talent Acquisition and HR leadership; no evident misalignment between education and professional trajectory.

Career Growth Curve

HR Business Partner & Lead Talent Acquisition Entry
Tipico
2016-12 to 2019-05
Lead Talent Acquisition ↑ Promoted
AUTO1 Group
2019-06 to 2020-05
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition ↑ Promoted
DOCTOLIB
2020-04 to 2021-11
Senior Talent Acquisition Team Manager Lateral
DOCTOLIB
2021-08 to 2021-12
Global Head of International Talent Acquisition - Commercial & Early Careers ↑ Promoted
HelloFresh
2021-12 to Present
Assessment: Thomas Klein demonstrates a clear upward trajectory with increasing scope, from regional HR leadership to global talent acquisition leadership. While 2021 shows overlapping roles at Doctolib, the progression culminates in a proven ability to build and lead large, geographically dispersed TA teams and to align talent strategy with business objectives. He appears well-suited for senior global TA leadership roles and could be a strong candidate for CHRO/Chief Talent Officer positions, particularly if US market experience or relocation is addressed.

Best-Fit Roles (Top 5)

1

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) / Chief Talent Officer98% fit

Extensive proven experience leading global TA functions, strong strategic and people leadership, and multi-industry exposure; aligns with C-suite HR leadership needs in large multinational organizations.

2

Global Head of Talent Acquisition94% fit

Directly aligns with current senior experience; demonstrated success in scaling TA across regions and brands; strong fit for global growth environments.

3

VP, Talent Acquisition - Global / EMEA88% fit

Robust international exposure in Europe with cross-functional leadership; capable of partnering with senior business leaders and driving regional-to-global TA strategies.

4

Senior Director, Talent Acquisition (Global)84% fit

Proven track record in building and leading global TA operations and programs; strong alignment with scale-driven organizations needing broad TA impact.

5

Head of Talent Acquisition - Commercial & Early Careers82% fit

Directly relevant domain expertise and current function; ideal for organizations prioritizing commercial and early-career recruiting with global scope.

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