Startup Recruiter (Independent Contractor Recruiter)

substance; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Startup Recruiter, where you'll empower innovative startups by connecting them with top-tier talent. This independent contractor role offers flexibility, high commissions, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while working with dynamic clients in the startup ecosystem.

Benefits

Freedom & Flexibility

Real Support with ATS and market insights

Performance-based rewards

Qualifications

• Proven recruitment experience, preferably in startup or tech environments.
• Strong networking capabilities to source candidates effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with a strong command of English.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and place qualified candidates across various startup roles.
• Develop strong relationships with startup clients to understand their hiring needs.
• Utilize modern recruitment tools to streamline hiring processes.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Independence

Passion for startups

Job description

Are You Ready to Empower Startups?

Join Substance as a Startup Recruiter - Independent Contractor.

At Substance, we understand the unique challenges that startups face when it comes to building a great team. That’s why we're looking for passionate and experienced independent recruiters dedicated to connecting innovative startups with top-tier talent.

What You’ll Do:

1. Identify, source, and place qualified candidates across various startup roles, leveraging industry knowledge, networking skills, and innovative recruiting strategies.
2. Client Acquisition: Find new clients by creating awareness, generating leads, and converting them into paying customers.
3. Client Engagement: Develop strong relationships with startup clients to understand their hiring needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
4. Candidate Sourcing: Use channels like job boards, social media, and industry events to identify and engage potential candidates.
5. Partner with startups: Understand their unique hiring needs.
6. Source and recruit: High-caliber candidates across roles and industries.
7. Build relationships: Become a trusted advisor for your clients.
8. Utilize modern recruitment tools: Streamline hiring processes effectively.

What’s In It for You?

• No base salary but higher take-home pay.
• Freedom & Flexibility: Work when and where you want.
• Real Support: Access to ATS, job boards, market insights, and training.

Who’s This For?

• Experienced recruiters: Passionate about working with startups.
• Entrepreneurs: Looking to leverage their networks in recruitment.
• Self-motivated professionals: Ready to work independently.
• Individuals with startup background: Familiar with startup culture and dynamics.

Empower startups and help them grow by connecting them with talent that will shape their future!

• Proven recruitment experience: Preferably in startup or tech environments.
• Strong networking capabilities: To source candidates effectively.
• Excellent communication skills: Strong command of English.
• Ability to work independently: Managing multiple clients.
• Passion for startups: Understanding their hiring challenges.

This role offers performance-based rewards with high commissions, and allowances for transport and entertainment to support your efforts. After 3-6 months of success, top performers can choose to either join Substance full-time with career growth opportunities or continue as independent consultants to maximize earnings. Take control of your career, build your pipeline, and be rewarded for your impact.

We value action over words. If your profile matches, expect to hear from us within 1-2 weeks. If not, we’ll keep you in mind for future opportunities that suit your skills. We focus on meaningful connections and matching the right talent with the right roles.

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