Director of Talent

About the role
We are looking for a Director of Talent to build out our talent acquisition efforts during a period of rapid growth. This role will own recruiting strategy and execution, build and support a growing recruiting team, and strengthen the processes and tools that enable efficient, high-quality hiring across the company.  This is a player–coach role for someone who enjoys being close to the work while also shaping how recruiting operates as the company scales.

What you’ll do

• Own end-to-end recruiting across the company, from intake through offer, with a focus on speed, quality, and candidate experience.
• Ensure recruiting practices maintain a high talent bar and align with company values.
• Hire, coach, and develop a high-performance recruiting team, providing clear priorities and day-to-day support
• Develop and execute a long-term, scalable recruitment strategy aligned with business growth & product roadmaps
• Partner closely with hiring managers and leadership to align on hiring needs, role definitions, and timelines.
• Design and improve recruiting processes with an automation-first mindset, reducing manual work and increasing consistency.
• Evaluate, implement, and optimize AI-enabled recruiting tools across sourcing, screening, scheduling, and reporting.
• Establish lightweight, structured interview practices and hiring manager guidance.
• Track key recruiting metrics and use data and insights to identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for

• 8+ years of recruiting experience with demonstrated leadership of hiring and leading a team.
• Proven talent leadership experience in a hypergrowth company 
• Proven ability to operate as a player–coach in a growing organization.
• Experience improving or scaling recruiting processes and systems.
• Strong partnership skills with hiring managers and cross-functional leaders.
• Practical, resourceful approach with a bias toward action. Automation-first, AI-enabled recruiting mindset, with experience applying modern tools to improve efficiency and scale.

Plenful perks

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy unlimited PTO, fully covered health insurance (medical, dental, and vision),  meal stipend, health & wellness stipend, 401(k) matching, and stock options
• Mission-Driven, World-Class Team: Join an exceptional group of professionals aligned around a meaningful mission and committed to making an impact
• Opportunities for Growth: Strengthen your partnership expertise through collaboration with experienced, high-performing leaders across the organization
• Flexible Work Environment: We are a remote-first company with meaningful office presence in San Francisco and New York. R&D roles follow a hybrid model, with two days per week in our San Francisco office.