Technical Recruiter

3 days ago


South Africa global Somewhere Full time US$19 200 per year

Title: Technical Recruiter

Location: Remote (Philippines, Latin America, South Africa, Eastern Europe)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm Pacific Time

Salary: USD 1,200 – 1,600 monthly base salary

(commission and bonuses discussed separately)

About the Company

Our client is a boutique U.S.-based talent solutions firm that partners with ambitious innovators to help them scale through exceptional hires.

We work hands-on and consultatively - from defining roles and market positioning, to sourcing, vetting, negotiation, and retention support. Our methodology is built on precision, emotional intelligence, and deep domain insight, going beyond resumes to deliver the right long-term match.

Some quick facts:

Our clients network reaches over 50,000+ global professionals.

 Our client works across mid, senior, and executive-level searches for clients in tech, Web3, and high-growth startups.

 Our goals are not just to place talent - we aim to partner for long-term success, including onboarding support and post-hire check-ins.

 Key Responsibilities
Source top-tier technical talent across LinkedIn Recruiter (must-have), Apollo, ZoomInfo, and other platforms

 Craft compelling outreach messages and manage follow-ups

 Evaluate, rank, and recommend candidates against client briefs

 Coordinate and schedule interviews with clients and internal stakeholders

 Meet weekly KPIs for outreach, interviews, and placements

 Maintain accurate candidate records using a CRM or recruiting tool

 Collaborate with the team via check-ins, debriefs, and Slack communications

 Contribute to building a high-energy, performance-oriented team culture

 Qualifications & Experience
1–8 years in technical recruiting or a strong background in sales

1–4 years = Technical Recruiter

 4–8 years = Senior Technical Recruiter

 Fluent English with minimal to no accent (non-negotiable)

 Proficient with LinkedIn Recruiter, Apollo, ZoomInfo, ContactOut, or similar tools

 Coachable, self-driven, and results-oriented

 Comfortable working U.S. hours (Pacific Time)

 College degree preferred but not required

 Experience recruiting for U.S.-based startups or recruitment agencies is a strong plus

 Prior exposure to high-ticket sales ($25K–$50K contracts) is beneficial for junior candidates

 Interview Process
  1. Introductory 15–20 minute call with the co-founders

     
  2. 1-hour take-home sourcing & messaging assessment

     
  3. Debrief call to discuss assessment

     
  4. Final round:

  5. 30-minute sourcing session with founders

     
  6. 30-minute team interview with broader team

     
Benefits & Perks
Competitive base pay plus performance-driven commission and bonuses

 Earn per placement and bonuses for securing interviews

 Fully remote role with flexible geography

 Mentorship and hands-on learning from senior recruiters and founders

 Structured training, feedback, and professional development

 PTO: 10 days annually plus public holidays

 Clear pathways for long-term growth and promotion within the company

 Additional Notes & Red Flags

Red flags we avoid:

Frequent job hopping or very short stints (3–12 months)

 Individuals who are/were founders or run their own agency

 Low energy, passive communication style

 Poor time management or lateness to interview calls

 Indications that work will be split between multiple roles

 

We are looking for someone who wants to build a career at Our Client -  someone fully invested in delivering top-tier recruiting performance and growing into leadership roles over time.



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