Sales Recruiter

Apollo.io is the leading go-to-market solution for revenue teams, trusted by over 500,000 companies and millions of users globally, from rapidly growing startups to some of the world's largest enterprises. Founded in 2015, the company is one of the fastest growing companies in SaaS, raising approximately $250 million to date and valued at $1.6 billion. Apollo.io provides sales and marketing teams with easy access to verified contact data for over 210 million B2B contacts and 35 million companies worldwide, along with tools to engage and convert these contacts in one unified platform. By helping revenue professionals find the most accurate contact information and automating the outreach process, Apollo.io turns prospects into customers. Apollo raised a series D in 2023 and is backed by top-tier investors, including Sequoia Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, and more, and counts the former President and COO of Hubspot, JD Sherman, among its board members.

About the Role Apollo is hiring a

Sales Recruiter

to own full-cycle recruiting across our

GTM organization

. This is a high-ownership role on a lean, high-performing team. You will manage a portfolio of mid and senior-level requisitions, build and execute sourcing strategies, and serve as a genuine business partner to your hiring managers. This role requires someone who

operates with low oversight

,

self-diagnoses problems before they escalate

, and brings a

talent advisor posture

to every stakeholder conversation. The best person for this role brings their own operating system and makes the team around them sharper. What You Will Do Own

full-cycle recruiting

for mid and senior-level roles across GTM Sales Hiring, with consistent delivery across multiple verticals simultaneously Build and execute

sourcing strategies

that generate qualified, diverse pipelines, and adapt those strategies based on

funnel performance

, not just instinct Conduct structured screens and interviews,

design interview plans

, and lead

calibrated debriefs

that result in clear, defensible hiring decisions Manage

20+ phone screens per week

and drive

360+ outbound contacts per quarter Hold the bar on candidate quality

, give direct and honest feedback, and avoid passing weak profiles to sidestep an uncomfortable conversation Maintain

accurate, real-time pipeline data

in Greenhouse and

self-report on progress

to leadership without being asked Track funnel metrics, identify root causes of slowdowns, and bring

data-informed recommendations

to stakeholder conversations Partner with hiring managers and business leaders as a

talent advisor

: shape role scoping, set expectations on candidate profiles, and influence as a subject matter expert. Work cross-functionally with Finance, HR, and Compensation to navigate offer approvals and headcount processes with

operational integrity Build or improve multiple

workflows, processes, or tools

that create efficiency beyond your own req load What We Are Looking For 7+ years

of full-cycle recruiting experience with a focus on Sales or Revenue roles in SaaS Demonstrated delivery in high-growth environments where you managed

complexity and ambiguity Comfort and credibility working with stakeholders at all levels, including the ability to

challenge and influence

, not just execute Strong data fluency

: you monitor your own funnel health, diagnose issues before they surface in a check-in, and use data to drive stakeholder conversations Proven AI and process efficiency capability

: you have built repeatable workflows or automation that measurably improved your output, and you can speak to what you built, why it works, and what changed Familiarity with Revenue teams, high-performing marketing orgs, and product-led growth models Hands-on experience with

Greenhouse and Gem

, with clean data hygiene as a non-negotiable operating habit Clear, direct communicator who can

influence without authority

across functions High agency

: you identify problems, generate solutions, and drive progress without waiting for direction The listed Pay Range reflects the total cash compensation inclusive of annual base salary and annual bonus as applicable. For sales roles, the range provided is the role’s On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commissions/sales bonus target and annual base salary for the role. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Apollo and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location. Applicants interested in this role who are not located in the US may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process. Additional benefits for this role may include: equity; company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses; 401(k) plan; at least 10 paid holidays per year, flex PTO, and parental leave; employee assistance program and wellbeing benefits; global travel coverage; life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance; FSA/HSA and medical, dental, and vision benefits. Tier 1 Pay Range (San Francisco, New York City, Seattle) $160,000—$180,000 USD Tier 2 Pay Range (All other US Locations) $138,000—$158,000 USD The listed Pay Range reflects the total cash compensation inclusive of annual base salary and annual bonus as applicable. For sales roles, the range provided is the role’s On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commissions/sales bonus target and annual base salary for the role. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Apollo and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location. Applicants interested in this role who are not located in the US may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process. Additional benefits for this role may include: equity; company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses; 401(k) plan; at least 10 paid holidays per year, flex PTO, and parental leave; employee assistance program and wellbeing benefits; global travel coverage; life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance; FSA/HSA and medical, dental, and vision benefits. Pay Transparency Range $138,000—$180,000 USD We are AI Native

Apollo.io is an AI-native company built on a culture of continuous improvement. We’re on the front lines of driving productivity for our customers—and we expect the same mindset from our team. If you're energized by finding smarter, faster ways to get things done using AI and automation, you'll thrive here. Why You’ll Love Working at Apollo

At Apollo, we’re driven by a shared mission: to help our customers unlock their full revenue potential. That’s why we

take extreme ownership

of our work,

move with focus and urgency

, and

learn voraciously

to stay ahead. We invest deeply in your growth, ensuring you have the resources, support, and autonomy to

own your role and make a real impact

. Collaboration is at our core—we’re

all for one

, meaning you’ll have a team across departments ready to help you succeed. We encourage

bold ideas and courageous action

, giving you the freedom to experiment, take smart risks, and drive big wins. If you’re looking for a place where your work matters, where you can push boundaries, and where your career can thrive—Apollo is the place for you. Learn more here!