In this episode of Hiring on All Cylinders, Matt Staney talks to James Lafferty, VP of Global Talent Acquisition and Mobility at Epicor. James shares how he’s built a global TA function that makes 1,200+ hires a year across 32 countries—while staying consistent, human, and adaptable.
They discuss what it really takes to lead modern TA: building systems that scale, earning trust across cultures, and finding the right balance between tech and the human touch.
Highlights:
Building a global TA model that works across time zones and teams
Why recruiters need to be partners, not just process owners
How AI is changing the role—but not replacing it
Leading through acquisitions without losing what makes teams great