Senior Recruiter
Blumira
People & HR
United States · Remote
USD 60-80 / hour
Posted on Oct 2, 2025
Employment Type: Contract (6 months)
Project Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Recruiter to join our team as an independent contractor to drive our talent acquisition efforts. This role requires a strategic recruiting professional who can independently manage full-cycle recruitment processes while delivering exceptional candidate experiences and building strong partnerships with hiring managers across the organization.
Project Scope and Deliverables
Talent Acquisition Strategy
- Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for positions across multiple departments
- Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies using various channels including job boards, social media, networking events, and employee referrals
- Drive equitable evaluation practices that ensure fairness and consistency in hiring decisions
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and team dynamics
Candidate Management
- Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess technical skills, cultural fit, and career motivations
- Manage candidate pipeline and maintain regular communication throughout the recruitment process
- Coordinate interview schedules and facilitate feedback collection from interview panels
- Extend offers and negotiate terms while ensuring positive candidate experience
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Build strong relationships with hiring managers and serve as trusted advisor on recruitment best practices
- Collaborate with People team on onboarding processes and candidate experience improvements
- Participate in recruitment strategy meetings and contribute to process optimization initiatives
- Maintain accurate records in applicant tracking system (ATS)
Reporting and Analysis
- Track and report on key recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and candidate quality
- Provide weekly pipeline updates with comprehensive metrics including time per stage, stage yields, source mix, candidate trends, and identified risks
- Conduct close of search debriefs for each completed search, analyze win/loss factors and document process improvements
- Present recruitment progress and pipeline states to leadership with actionable insights
Required Key Skills and Qualifications
Experience & Skills
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in SaaS startups
- Proven track record of successfully filling all level positions
- Experience with various sourcing techniques including Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, and passive candidate identification
- Strong interviewing and assessment skills with ability to evaluate both technical and soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build rapport quickly
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret recruiting metrics and identify trends
Technical Competencies
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (experience with Greenhouse preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of LinkedIn, job boards, and recruiting tools
- Understanding of employment law and compliant recruiting practices
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Experience with data analysis and reporting tools for recruitment metrics tracking
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
- Results-oriented mindset with focus on quality and efficiency
- Adaptable and comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Detail oriented with commitment to continuous improvement and data driven decision making
Additional Information:
- Contract Duration: 6 months
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
- Travel: This position may require occasional travel. The frequency and duration of travel will vary depending on business needs.
- Rate: $60-$80 per hour plus variable compensation
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the independent contractor for this contract. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with notice.
This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Blumira is an inclusive employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
