Contract Recruiter

ABOUT RETELL AI Retell AI is using first principles to reimagine the call center with cutting-edge voice AI. Thousands of companies now utilize Retell’s AI voice agents to handle sales, support, and logistics calls that once required large teams of human agents. Backed by Y Combinator, Alt Capital, and other leading investors, we have scaled to $60M ARR with a team of 40 people, up from $5M at the start of 2025. Our vision for 2026 is to build a modern CX platform where entire contact centers are powered by AI. Instead of basic automation that needs constant human tuning, we’re creating intelligent AI “workers” that can act as frontline agents, QA analysts, and managers, continuously executing, monitoring, and improving customer interactions. We’re growing quickly and looking for ambitious builders who want to tackle hard problems, move fast, and have real impact at one of the fastest-growing AI startups. Let’s build the future together. ABOUT THE ROLE We're looking for a Contract Recruiter to help scale hiring across technical and go-to-market teams. You'll partner closely with hiring managers and leadership to identify, engage, and close exceptional talent while helping us maintain a high hiring bar during a period of rapid growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced startup environments, can independently drive searches from kickoff through offer stage, and enjoys working on difficult-to-fill roles. You'll play a critical role in helping Retell attract world-class talent across engineering, product, AI/ML, sales, customer success, and operations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and build sourcing strategies Source and engage high-quality candidates through LinkedIn, referrals, and outbound recruiting efforts Manage candidates throughout the interview process and ensure an exceptional candidate experience Conduct recruiter screens and assess candidate fit Coordinate closely with interviewers and hiring managers to drive efficient hiring decisions Track recruiting activity and maintain accurate data within the ATS Develop creative approaches to attract top talent in highly competitive markets Help improve recruiting processes, interview workflows, and hiring operations YOU MIGHT THRIVE IF You have 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience You have experience recruiting for technical, product, AI/ML, or GTM roles You are highly organized and can manage multiple searches simultaneously You are proactive, resourceful, and comfortable operating with limited structure You have strong written and verbal communication skills You enjoy building relationships with candidates and hiring managers You are excited about startups and high-growth environments You have a track record of successfully filling difficult or specialized roles JOB DETAILS Compensation: $35–$45 USD per hour + Placement Bonus Location: Fully Remote (can work anywhere in the world) Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Hours: 40 hours per week depending on hiring volume - Must be available and able to work primarily during Pacific Time (PT/PST) business hours to collaborate closely with hiring managers and interview teams. Contract Length: Initial 3–6 month engagement with potential extension based on business needs and performance We're looking for someone who can ramp quickly, operate autonomously, and help us continue building one of the best teams in AI.