Senior Technical Recruiter (6-month W2 Contract)

As a Senior Technical Recruiter at Talentful, you will be tasked with finding and attracting exceptional technical talent for our clients, which involves utilizing various sourcing techniques and maintaining a strong understanding of the client's culture and needs. You'll also engage with top-level stakeholders, showcasing the value of effective talent practices.

To qualify for the Senior Technical Recruiter position at Talentful, you should have at least four years of technical recruitment experience, particularly in fast-paced settings, along with strong sourcing skills. Ideally, candidates will also possess at least one year of in-house recruitment experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential as well.

Talentful offers a dynamic environment ideal for Senior Technical Recruiters, where continuous learning and sharing of best practices are highly encouraged. You will be aligned with world-class talent professionals dedicated to ensuring personal and professional growth and innovation in recruitment.

At Talentful, Senior Technical Recruiters enjoy a range of benefits such as flexible working options, health insurance contributions, a wellness allowance, and enhanced parental leave. You will also have access to continuous learning and development opportunities and a matched pension plan or 401(k).

The total yearly compensation range for a Senior Technical Recruiter at Talentful is between $82,000 and $135,700. This range is flexible and considers various factors including unique skills, expertise, and business needs, allowing for growth in compensation over time.

When sourcing candidates for specialized technical roles, focus on leveraging advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search methods. Demonstrate a deep understanding of the technology landscape and the specific skills required for the role, and provide examples of successful strategies you’ve used in your previous roles.

To effectively answer this, highlight your recruitment experience, particularly in fast-paced or tech environments. Emphasize your alignment with Talentful's values, your strong sourcing skills, and how your organizational capabilities can contribute to the company’s mission.

Share a detailed story that shows your sourcing strategies, relationship-building with stakeholders, and how your persistence paid off in filling that challenging role. Focus on how you navigated obstacles and what you learned from the experience.

Describe your continuous learning habits, whether it's through webinars, industry events, or networking with peers. You can mention specific resources or communities you engage with that keep you informed on the latest trends and best practices.

Discuss specific engagement strategies such as personalized outreach, transparent communication, and a focus on building genuine relationships. Share how you tailor your approach based on the candidate's background and preferences.

Explain your methods for gauging cultural fit, such as understanding the client’s values and culture, asking insightful questions during interviews, and assessing candidates' soft skills alongside their technical abilities.

Mention critical qualities like technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, adaptability, and excellent communication. Explain how you assess these traits during the interview process.

Talk about your approach to understanding the reasons behind a candidate's decision and how you proactively work towards addressing those concerns, demonstrating your commitment to both candidate experience and client satisfaction.

Share your familiarity with different recruitment tools and applicant tracking systems, explaining how they streamline processes. Highlight particular tools that you find invaluable for sourcing and managing candidate pipelines.

Discuss various metrics you track, such as time to fill, quality of hire, and candidate satisfaction. Explain how these metrics inform your recruitment strategies and help refine your processes for better outcomes.