Senior Recruiter

About Nectar Social

We are amidst a profound transformation in how consumers find, assess, and purchase products. Today's next generation shuns traditional marketing methods, instead building trust through genuine social connections, relying on community recommendations, and expecting highly personalized, authentic experiences that feel human rather than corporate. At Nectar Social, we are creating an AI-driven social operating system that fosters these new commerce dynamics. We are committed to strengthening the bond between brands and their communities by empowering meaningful social interactions that benefit both sides equally.

Founded by former product and engineering leaders from Meta, Nectar Social has attracted over $30 million in capital from respected investors like GV and True Ventures. Our clientele includes leading brands such as Oura Health, Caraway, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Kosas, and OLIPOP. We are at the forefront of social commerce, merging community, conversation, and commerce seamlessly.

The Role

As a Senior Recruiter, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our recruitment capabilities during a vital growth period. Reporting to the Head of Talent, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative startup team focused on recruiting outstanding talent across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for a diverse range of positions, including technical roles such as engineering and product, as well as go-to-market and operational roles.
• Work closely with the Head of Talent, company founders, and hiring managers to understand team objectives, coordinate hiring strategies, and execute prioritized recruitment plans.
• Drive the development and refinement of recruitment processes, including interview structures, calibration methods, and hiring decision frameworks.
• Implement innovative sourcing approaches leveraging outbound efforts, referrals, community networks, and creative tactics to attract top-tier candidates.
• Utilize recruitment analytics and dashboards to monitor candidate pipelines, improve time-to-hire, and maintain high hiring standards.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate journey from initial contact through onboarding, ensuring a high level of engagement and satisfaction.
• Support and train hiring managers with structured interview techniques, calibration sessions, and objective candidate evaluations.
• Collaborate with marketing and talent leadership to enhance Nectar's employer brand and strengthen its position in the talent market.

Requirements

• 5 to 7+ years of comprehensive recruiting experience, particularly with proven success in scaling startups within the technology sector.
• Demonstrated capability in recruiting for both technical and non-technical roles effectively.
• A collaborative and team-oriented attitude, eager to contribute to and learn from a growing talent acquisition group.
• Exceptional judgment in assessing cultural fit, role suitability, and long-term candidate potential while balancing speed and quality.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, comfortably working with diverse leaders and executives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with adaptability, low ego, and a proactive approach to ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
• Ability and willingness to work onsite alongside the team in Palo Alto, California.

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Experience within early-stage startups undergoing rapid growth phases.
• An established network within engineering, product management, or go-to-market talent communities.
• Familiarity with modern recruitment analytics, AI-driven sourcing tools, or talent intelligence platforms.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and early-stage equity opportunities.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, vision, and dental with 401(k) matching.
• Clear pathways for professional growth as the company evolves.
• Complimentary lunch provided at our University Avenue office in Palo Alto.
• Hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art AI tools influencing the future of brand interaction.
• Work within a driven and innovative team shaping new AI-based marketing infrastructure sectors.