Director of Recruiting

Lead talent acquisition efforts with a strong focus on data-driven strategies, analytics, and reporting. Partner with hiring managers and leadership to develop and execute effective talent strategies.

Overview

Department

People & Human Resources

Job type

Full time

Compensation

$189,000 - $236,000 per year

Location

New York, United States

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Requirements

8+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

Experience in high-growth startups, ideally in crypto, fintech, or blockchain

Strong understanding of technical and non-technical hiring (engineering, marketing, product, etc.)

Proven track record of scaling teams and leading recruitment in a competitive talent market

Deep knowledge of the Web3 ecosystem, blockchain, DeFi, and emerging crypto trends

Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to hiring

Ability to thrive in an ambiguous, fast-paced startup environment

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Experience hiring globally and navigating international talent markets

Strong network within the crypto and Web3 space

Familiarity with Greenhouse as an ATS platform

Experience with employer branding and community engagement

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a strategic recruiting plan to attract top talent across the entire business

Build and lead a high-performing recruiting team, fostering a data-driven and proactive hiring culture

Drive employer branding initiatives to position Ava Labs as a top destination for Web3 talent

Streamline and scale hiring processes, ensuring efficiency, diversity, and an outstanding candidate experience

Partner closely with leadership, people team, and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and prioritize roles

Leverage data and analytics to optimize sourcing strategies and improve hiring outcomes

Develop strong pipelines of crypto-native and blockchain-savvy candidates

Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring we attract the best talent in Web3