Recruiter

Recruiter Position at WorkOS

WorkOS builds modern developer tools and APIs that make it easy for companies to become Enterprise Ready. Our platform powers authentication, identity, authorization, and other critical infrastructure that developers need to securely scale their products to large organizations. We recently raised a $100M Series C, valuing the company at $2B, led by Meritech and Sapphire with participation from Greenoaks, Craft, Abstract, and Audacious. WorkOS powers enterprise features for many of the fastest-growing AI companies, including OpenAI, Cursor, and Perplexity, Sierra, and Plaid. As AI reshapes software, WorkOS is at the frontier of Human and Agent Authentication, Identity, and Access Control helping companies answer a new critical question: who are your agents, and what are they allowed to do? Our fast-growing customer base includes hundreds of modern software companies building the next generation of enterprise-ready products.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our team as we aim to double the size of our team this year. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our recruitment process, driving candidate engagement, and ensuring we attract top talent across both technical and nontechnical roles. The ideal candidate will have a high level of emotional intelligence (EQ), possess a strong sense of ownership, and demonstrate the ability to move with urgency. This role is best suited for someone who will be able to handle the dynamic nature of a high-growth startup, and have creativity around how/where to source strong talent. We operate as a lean team, so we're looking for someone who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment and passionate about growing teams remotely. The ideal candidate will be able to balance long-term focus with practical day-to-day execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage candidates through the entire interview process (sourcing, updating candidate pipeline, coordinating interviews, setting expectations, etc.) while maintaining an excellent candidate experience.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified passive candidates.
• Act as a trusted partner and advisor to hiring managers, providing guidance and support throughout the hiring process.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve candidate closing processes.
• Enhance referral programs to maximize the number of network-based referrals.
• Gather feedback from candidates and make data-driven improvements to the recruitment process including employer branding initiatives.
• Track and report on key recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and refine interview loops, questions, and competencies to align with company goals and values.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in all recruitment activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a recruiter, with a track record of success in sourcing and hiring top talent across EPD roles.
• Previous experience recruiting and scaling an early-stage team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• High level of emotional intelligence and the ability to act as a trusted partner and advisor.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze metrics and make informed decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits and Perks (US Only)

At WorkOS, we offer resources that emphasize personal and familial well-being. We offer healthcare coverage for you and your family, including medical, dental, and vision. We offer parental leave, paid-time off and fully remote working arrangements.

• 401k matching
• Competitive Equity
• Healthcare, dental and vision coverage
• FSA, ST/LT Disability, Voluntary Life
• Carrot fertility benefits
• 20 days paid vacation + 10 holidays + unlimited sick leave
• 12 weeks fully paid parental leave
• Monthly stipend for gyms, yoga classes, race registrations or whatever keeps you active
• Monthly stipend for a massage, meditations class, therapy, or activities that enhance your well-being
• Commuter benefits for hybrid employees in SF/NYC
• Unlimited token usage!

Please inquire directly with our recruiting team for benefits available to those working outside the US.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WorkOS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability or age.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.