Thibaut - Head of Talent
Professional Overview
Thibaut is a seasoned talent acquisition and management professional with over a decade of experience driving strategic talent initiatives for leading global technology companies. As the Head of Talent at Gigs, he is responsible for shaping the organization's talent strategy, building high-performing teams, and ensuring the company attracts and retains top industry talent.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Head of Talent at Gigs since February 2025, Thibaut leads the company's talent acquisition, development, and retention efforts. He has been instrumental in scaling the talent function to support Gigs' rapid growth, implementing innovative recruiting processes and building a strong employer brand. Under his leadership, Gigs has successfully filled key leadership roles and expanded its team by 35% while maintaining a highly engaged and diverse workforce.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Gigs, Thibaut served as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Nubank, where he played a pivotal role in scaling the company's global presence by building out high-performing teams across multiple locations. Before that, he was the Head of Executive Recruiting at Uber, overseeing the recruitment of senior-level talent and contributing to the company's rapid expansion. Thibaut began his career as a Consultant in the Technology practice at Robert Walters and SThree, honing his expertise in talent acquisition and management.
Academic Background
Thibaut holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Mannheim, where he graduated with distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent strategy and workforce planning
- Executive and leadership hiring
- Employer branding and talent attraction
- Talent development and retention programs
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Recruitment process optimization
- Data-driven decision making
Professional Impact
As a seed investor at Yayem, Thibaut leverages his deep understanding of the talent landscape to advise and support early-stage startups in building high-performing teams. He is a frequent speaker at industry events, sharing his insights on emerging talent trends and best practices. Thibaut's contributions have been recognized through various awards and accolades, including the "Top 30 under 30" award from TechCrunch in 2018.
Conclusion
Thibaut is a strategic talent leader with a proven track record of driving organizational success through innovative talent management practices. His extensive experience, industry expertise, and collaborative approach make him a valuable asset to Gigs and the wider technology ecosystem.
