Brian Gilbert
About Brian Gilbert
Brian Gilbert serves as the Head of Global Talent Acquisition & Immigration at Motional, where he has worked since 2020. With a background in political science and extensive experience in talent acquisition, he has previously held leadership roles at iRobot and several other companies.
Work at Motional
Brian Gilbert serves as the Head of Global Talent Acquisition & Immigration at Motional, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he has managed the Secondment Program with Hyundai and has been instrumental in revolutionizing digital talent engagement within the company. Under his leadership, Motional's workforce expanded significantly, growing from 595 to over 1500 employees. He aligns talent acquisition efforts with market expansion strategies to ensure that the organization meets its growth objectives.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to joining Motional, Brian Gilbert held several key positions in talent acquisition. He worked at iRobot as the Director of Global Talent Acquisition from 2014 to 2020, where he drove over 2000 strategic hires globally. His earlier roles include Director of Global Talent Acquisition at Communispace Corporation from 2010 to 2014, and Sr. Corporate Recruiter at VANU, INC from 2008 to 2009. He also served as Principal Recruiter and Operations Manager at KMDM Group and as Recruiting Manager/Lead Recruiter at Exsos.
Education and Expertise
Brian Gilbert studied Political Science at Plymouth State University, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 1994 to 1998. He completed his secondary education at Winslow High School. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in talent acquisition and recruitment strategies, which he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles.
Recruitment Strategies and Achievements
Brian Gilbert is known for leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance the candidate experience and drive operational excellence in recruitment. He is passionate about attracting diverse talent and enhancing employer branding. His strategic approach has led to significant achievements in scaling workforces and aligning talent acquisition with broader business goals.