Talent Acquisition Specialist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist based in India. Join a fast-growing AI technology environment with more than 50 million users worldwide and play a pivotal role in building high-performing, international teams. As the third Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will work closely with executive leadership and business leaders to shape recruitment strategies as the organization continues to scale beyond 100 employees. You will focus on identifying exceptional talent across multiple functions, particularly within technology, while exploring innovative, AI-driven sourcing methods. This role combines hands-on recruiting, strategic talent planning, and employer branding in a dynamic, high-trust environment. You will have the opportunity to experiment with emerging recruitment technologies, strengthen global talent pipelines, and influence how hiring evolves within a rapidly growing business.

Identify, map, and engage outstanding talent from leading technology companies and major talent hubs worldwide, including candidates who are not actively seeking new opportunities. Help develop and implement an AI-first recruitment approach using AI agents, specialized technical communities, and innovative sourcing channels. Build and maintain long-term relationships with international talent pools to anticipate future hiring needs. Manage the entire candidate journey, from initial outreach and discovery calls through interviews, offer management, and final hiring decisions. Conduct structured interviews to evaluate technical capabilities, communication skills, and alignment with the organization’s working culture. Experiment with AI-powered recruitment tools and sourcing strategies to improve hiring efficiency and maintain high candidate standards. Contribute to employer branding initiatives and recruitment content that strengthens the organization’s appeal to AI and technology professionals. Collaborate with leadership and hiring managers to refine recruitment processes and support the company’s continued growth. Requirements: At least 3 years of recruitment experience, including a minimum of 2 years focused on technology recruitment. Previous experience working in a startup or scale-up environment, ideally in a fast-paced, evolving organization. Demonstrated global sourcing experience, with the ability to attract talent from major technology hubs across the United States, Europe, Latin America, and other regions. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies. Full professional fluency in English, with excellent communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills. A goal-oriented, proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to balance hands-on execution with planning and strategic thinking. A humble, adaptable approach, with openness to feedback and the ability to thrive in a high-trust environment. Comfort with recruiting for products built on uncensored AI models and products that include not-safe-for-work (NSFW) content. Nice to have: Experience in AI recruitment or familiarity with the AI industry. Nice to have: Exposure to employer branding, compensation benchmarking, or broader talent acquisition initiatives. Benefits: Fully remote working arrangement, with flexibility to work from anywhere, subject to location and contract eligibility. Competitive remuneration based on experience. B2B contract preferred, with flexibility regarding the contract type. 20 working days of paid time off per year. Annual in-person company gathering. Monthly allowance toward health insurance expenses. Unlimited one-to-one sessions with psychologists and lifestyle experts, also available to up to three family members. Co-working budget covering up to two visits per month. Learning and development budget for courses, books, conferences, events, and certifications. Company-provided equipment. Premium access to AI tools. Opportunity to help shape and develop the talent acquisition function during a significant stage of company growth.