From Krakow to Hyderabad: Inside ...

From Krakow to Hyderabad: Inside Backbase’s Global Talent Strategy

Leaders in Talent Podcast with Adriaan Kolff by Matchr
E13
Mar 25, 2025
28:21

Episode notes

In this episode of the Leaders in Talent podcast, host Adriaan interviews Rolando Jessurun, Global VP of Talent Acquisition at BackBase, at their new HQ in Amsterdam. Rolando shares the strategies and nuances of building large-scale development centers in Krakow and Hyderabad, including their unique challenges and successes.

Rolando emphasizes the importance of cultural alignment, strategic planning, and the evolving role of technology in talent acquisition. Enjoy a deep dive into how BackBase successfully scales its global workforce.

01:10 Meet Rolando Jessurun: Background and Career Journey

04:35 The Growth and Expansion of BackBase

05:11 Challenges and Strategies in Global Talent Acquisition

09:19 Building and Managing International Development Centers

15:18 Balancing Local Presence and Leadership

15:42 Aligning Global Support Functions

15:56 Entrepreneurial Success and Accountability

16:29 Cultural Glue and Company Values

17:21 Nuances in Different Markets

19:51 Future Talent Workforce Planning

20:47 Setting Up New Hubs

22:58 Managing Talent Teams

24:16 Tips for Development Centers

26:33 Future Challenges and AI Impact

27:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Keywords

talent acquisition
global hiring
recruitment