Fractional Head of Talent

Clear Summit Group; Regina; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Fractional Head of Talent to strategically scout and interview potential candidates across its growing portfolio. This role involves reviewing video applications, first interviews, and collaborating to refine hiring standards, ideal for someone with a passion for identifying high-potential talent in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in talent acquisition or human resources, preferably in high-growth environments.
• Experience interviewing multiple candidates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thoughtful first interviews and review video applications.
• Surface top candidates weekly for Founder review.
• Develop a pattern-recognition system for high performers.

Skills

Business instincts

Judgment of character

Talent identification

Virtual communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Clear Summit Group is a founder-led, fast-scaling group of service-based companies. We believe great businesses are built by great people, and we’re relentlessly focused on finding smart, driven, entrepreneurial talent to lead every function of our portfolio.

About the Role

We are seeking a Fractional Head of Talent to partner directly with our business leaders of our portfolio companies. This isn’t a traditional recruiting role. You won’t be placing job ads or sorting resumes — we have that covered. Instead, you will act as a strategic talent scout and first interviewer, reviewing pre-screened candidates (via video-based responses) and conducting smart, business-oriented first interviews. Your job : Spot rising stars. Identify high-potential individuals across sales, marketing, and operations roles. Ask sharp questions. Use your business sense to see beyond the resume and assess whether this person has the intelligence, drive, and upside potential to thrive in a fast-moving entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Review video applications and conduct thoughtful first interviews
• Surface top candidates weekly to the Founder and senior leaders
• Provide notes, interview recordings, and rationale for each recommendation
• Develop a pattern-recognition system for spotting high performers early
• Collaborate directly with the Founder and senior leaders to refine and evolve our hiring standards

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or human resources, preferably within a high-growth
• Have a sharp mind and strong business instincts
• Are an excellent judge of character and potential
• Love identifying and developing high-potential people
• Have interviewed hundreds (or thousands) of candidates across multiple roles
• Have startup or fast-growth company experience
• Are comfortable with AI tools, virtual work, and asynchronous communication
• Are excited to grow into a full-time strategic talent role as the business scales

Pay range and compensation package

Hourly or project-based to start, with flexibility. Significant opportunity to grow with the company.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, irrespective of their background. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are the perfect fit for this role.