Recruiter
About the role
Eleve Talent partners with high-growth tech startups at pivotal moments, helping founders build exceptional teams with clarity and intention. We work closely with Seed to Series B companies across AI, SaaS, HealthTech, and other technology sectors as they scale.
This position is ideal for someone with startup or high-growth recruiting experience who wants more ownership, more client exposure, and the opportunity to grow into a more strategic recruiting role over time.
What You Will Own
Manage searches from intake through offer
Build sourcing strategies and engage qualified candidates
Screens candidates for capability, motivation, startup fit, and role alignment
Maintain candidate pipelines and keep searches moving with urgency and quality
Support offer processes and candidate closing
Partner with founders and hiring managers to understand role needs and priorities
Help clarify scorecards, must-haves, and candidate tradeoffs
Share market feedback and search insights with clients
Build trust through clear communication and consistent execution
Manage active roles across multiple clients
Use ATS and recruiting tools to track activity, feedback, and next steps
What We Are Looking For
3+ years of recruiting experience
Experience recruiting in startup, high-growth, or technology environments
Experience supporting technical, product, GTM, operations, or similar business roles
Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills
Able to manage multiple active searches at once
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Comfort working independently in a fast-moving environment
Familiarity with ATS systems and recruiting workflows
Curious, growth-oriented, and interested in using AI and modern recruiting tools
Location
Priority markets include Missouri, South Carolina, and Kansas.
Why Eleve Talent
Partner directly with founders and startup leadership teams
Work across multiple companies, roles, and industries
Do deeper, more thoughtful recruiting than traditional agency work
Build strong candidate and client relationships
Join a collaborative team that cares about quality, ownership, and sustainable growth
Consistent base salary plus production bonus model designed to provide stability and meaningful upside
Health benefits