Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Junior / Senior / Lead

Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Junior / Senior / LeadJoin Catalyst Labs as a Recruiter / Talent Acquisition professional. About UsCatalyst Labs is a specialized talent agency with a dedicated vertical in Recruitment, People Operations, and Talent Acquisition. We embed ourselves directly into our clients’ hiring infrastructure, functioning as an extension of their internal talent teams and leadership, not as an external vendor. We work closely with Founders, CHROs, Heads of People, and Talent Acquisition Leads across Tier 1 VC‑backed startups, scaling technology companies, investment entities, and enterprise organizations.

Our clients build high‑performance teams across engineering, product, finance, GTM, and operations and rely on disciplined, data‑driven recruiters who understand speed, quality, and stakeholder alignment. This job posting is a general expression of interest; by submitting your CV you will be considered for upcoming roles with our clients. Locations: California, New York, select hubs across Europe and the UK. Who Can Apply: Recruitment and People professionals with experience in internal talent teams, embedded recruiting functions, reputable staffing agencies, or HR/People departments within respected organizations.

Experience

From early‑career recruiters and talent coordinators to senior talent partners, lead recruiters, and people operations managers. General Requirements by RoleProven experience managing full‑cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, stakeholder alignment, interviewing, and closing candidates. Background in a reputable internal talent team, a Tier 1 agency, a venture‑backed startup, or a high-caliber corporate HR environment. Strong understanding of modern recruiting fundamentals, including structured interviewing, scorecards, competency-based assessments, and hiring manager alignment.

Hands‑on experience in at least one major recruiting specialty:Technical Recruiting (AI/ML, engineering, product)GTM & Sales HiringG&A Recruitment (Finance, HR, Ops)Executive SearchHigh‑volume or campus recruitingInternational/remote hiring strategiesFamiliarity with modern Talent and PeopleOps tooling:ATS platforms (Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby)Sourcing tools & automationCRM and pipeline engagement systemsHiring analytics, dashboards, and funnel metricsOnboarding workflows and HRIS systemsExperience building partnerships with hiring managers, advising on role design, and refining hiring processes. Strong research and sourcing capabilities beyond LinkedIn using advanced search methods, market mapping, and competitor analysis. Ability to manage candidate experience with professionalism, clarity, and speed.

Experience

in People Operations (policies, onboarding, retention, culture, performance cycles) is a strong plus. Candidates with a track record of high‑quality placements, reduction of time‑to‑fill, process optimization, or scaling teams in fast‑paced environments will stand out.

Why Work

With Us? Leverage the relationships we’ve built with CHROs, Heads of Talent, and leadership across multiple industries. Work with recruiters who understand modern recruiting funnels, sourcing strategies, and close mechanics, not outdated HR scripts. We prioritize your confidentiality and privacy throughout the recruitment process.

No spamming. Support refining your résumé specifically for the roles we shortlist you for. Direct communication channels bypass gatekeepers and speak directly with hiring managers and decision-makers. Insight on compensation structures across companies, including performance‑based bonuses, hybrid recruiter/PeopleOps roles, and internal vs. embedded tracks. #J-18808-Ljbffr