Contract Recruiter

Gen; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gen is seeking an adaptable, high-impact Contract Recruiter to support hiring across Tempe, New York City, and Mountain View. The role manages a consistent load of 20–30 mid- to senior-level professional and technical requisitions in a fast-paced, hybrid environment (3 days onsite).

The ideal candidate brings strong full-cycle recruiting experience, flexibility across role types, and comfort with professional and technical searches while leveraging AI fluency and Ashby ATS to drive sourcing

Qualifications

• Proven full-cycle recruiting and sourcing expertise.
• Ability to manage high-volume requisitions across locations.
• Strong AI fluency and data literacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage 20–30 mid- to senior-level professional and technical requisitions across multiple locations.
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies using Boolean search, talent mapping, and passive engagement.
• Leverage AI-driven tools and ATS (Ashby) to optimize workflows and visibility.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and align on expectations.
• Drive full-cycle recruiting from sourcing to offers and onboarding coordination.
• Build consultative relationships with stakeholders and provide market insights.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

AI fluency

Data literacy

ATS experience

Tools

Ashby

Job description

About Gen

Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. Our combined heritage is rooted in financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations, and today we deliver award-winning cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness solutions to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries.

Together, we share a collective passion and vision to protect consumers and help them grow, manage and secure their digital and financial lives. We’re always looking for smart, fearless and high-impact talent who see AI as a teammate – leveraging it to move faster and deliver meaningful results.

When you’re part of Gen, you’ll have the flexibility, tools and support to do your best work and grow your career – from flexible working options and time off to competitive pay, benefits and well-being programs.

At Gen, we are scrappy and relentlessly customer driven. We create room for healthy debate, experimentation and continuous learning, and we seek out people with different experiences, identities and ideas to join our team. You’ll work with people who back each other, respect each other and understand that our differences are a competitive advantage.

About The Role

Gen is seeking an adaptable, high-impact Contract Recruiter to support hiring needs across Tempe, Arizona; New York City, New York; and Mountain View, California. This role manages a consistent requisition load of approximately 20-30 mid- to senior-level roles, spanning professional, corporate, and technical functions based on evolving business needs.

The role is hybrid and based out of the Tempe, AZ or NYC office (3 days per week onsite), partnering closely with hiring managers and senior stakeholders across all three locations. The ideal candidate brings strong full-cycle recruiting experience, demonstrates flexibility across role types, and is comfortable shifting between professional and technical searches in a fast-paced environment.

This recruiter operates with strong AI fluency, data literacy, and hands-on experience using modern ATS platforms such as Ashby to drive sourcing efficiency, pipeline visibility, and informed decision-making. With a consultative, solutions-oriented approach, this role plays an important part in meeting hiring goals, advising leaders on talent markets, and delivering a high-quality, high-touch candidate experience in support of Gen’s broader talent strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage 20-30 mid- to senior-level professional and technical requisitions simultaneously across multiple office locations.
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies using Boolean search, talent mapping, competitive research, and passive-candidate engagement.
• Leverage AI-driven tools, data insights, and ATS capabilities (e.g., Ashby) to optimize sourcing workflows, pipeline visibility, and decision-making.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and functional leaders to define role requirements, calibrate candidate profiles, and align on hiring expectations.
• Drive full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, debrief facilitation, and offer support.
• Build strong, consultative relationships with stakeholders, providing guidance on market trends, candidate availability, and hiring best practices.
• Maintain consistent communication with stakeholders on search progress, pipeline quality, and hiring timelines.
• Deliver a seamless, high-quality candidate experience through clear communication, timely feedback, and professional representation of Gen’s brand.
• Track and analyze recruiting metrics to inform search strategy, improve pipeline quality, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with recruiting processes, documentation standards, and internal policies across all stages of recruitment.
• Support onboarding coordination and transition activities for newly hired employees.

About You

• Proven experience recruiting mid- to senior-level professional and/or technical talent in competitive markets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume requisition load (20-30 roles) across multiple locations.
• Strong experience partnering with senior stakeholders and operating in a consultative recruiting model.

Skills

• Full-cycle recruiting and sourcing expertise
• Strong AI fluency and data literacy
• Hands-on experience with modern ATS platforms (e.g., Ashby)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to balance speed, quality, and candidate experience

Personal Attributes

• Data-driven and solutions-oriented mindset
• Highly adaptable in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Professional, consultative, and relationship-focused

Compensation Range: $0 - $100K