Director of Recruitment

About the COOL company The COOL company is a global leader in AI-powered advertising technology, helping brands, agencies, and publishers simplify advertising and amplify performance. Powered by COOL AI, our intelligent platform unifies creative generation, media activation, optimization, and attribution into one continuously learning system. Instead of relying on fragmented tools and manual campaign management, COOL AI executes thousands of real‑time micro-optimizations across search, social, display, video, and connected TV—helping customers launch faster, optimize continuously, and achieve stronger business outcomes. Our innovation and growth have earned industry-wide recognition, including being named a 7‑time recipient of the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest‑Growing Private Companies, a 2‑time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 honoree, recognized on Crain’s New York Fast 50, honored by the Digiday Media Awards for helping modernize digital media, and named one of Adweek’s Top 10 Fastest Growing Solution Providers globally. We’re building the future of advertising, where every signal becomes intelligence and every optimization drives performance. As we continue to grow globally, we’re looking for curious, ambitious people who want to work with cutting‑edge AI technology, solve complex challenges, and help redefine what’s possible in modern advertising. Responsibilities & Duties TALENT STRATEGY & LEADERSHIP Define and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned to COOL's growth objectives. Build, mentor, and manage a team of recruiters and sourcing specialists. Partner with C‑suite and department heads to forecast hiring needs and develop workforce plans. Own and continuously improve KPIs: time‑to‑fill, quality‑of‑hire, offer acceptance rate, and cost‑per‑hire. FULL-CYCLE RECRUITMENT Lead searches for senior, technical, and hard‑to‑fill roles across all US business units. Design structured, inclusive interview processes and ensure a consistent, high‑quality candidate experience. Negotiate and close competitive offers in line with compensation benchmarks. EMPLOYER BRAND & EVENTS Serve as COOL’s talent brand ambassador at industry conferences, recruiting fairs, and networking events. Plan, coordinate, and attend 8–12 recruiting events and conferences per year. Develop compelling recruitment marketing content (job descriptions, social media, event materials). Build university and community college partnerships to develop early‑career talent pipelines. PROCESS & TECHNOLOGY Own the ATS (Applicant Tracking System) and recruiting tech stack; drive adoption and data hygiene. Establish reporting cadences and present talent metrics to leadership. Ensure all recruiting practices comply with EEOC, OFCCP, and applicable US employment law. Qualifications REQUIRED 8+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role. Experience recruiting across international markets, including familiarity with regional compliance frameworks such as GDPR, local labor laws, and cross‑border hiring regulations (e.g., UK, EU, Canada, or APAC); ability to navigate work authorization requirements and partner with legal counsel on international offer structures. Demonstrated success building or scaling recruiting functions at high‑growth companies. Experience managing, attending, or sponsoring industry conferences and recruiting events. Proficiency with an ATS (Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, or similar) and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, etc.). Strong understanding of US employment law, EEOC compliance, and inclusive hiring best practices. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field — or equivalent experience. PREFERRED Experience in a Series B–D or publicly traded tech/SaaS company. SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or equivalent HR certification. Track record of building diverse talent pipelines and employer brand programs. Cultural Competencies Must be able to work primarily between the hours of 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM ET Must have a player/coach mentality, willing to both execute and lead Ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently and set and meet deadlines Skilled at receiving and providing direct feedback Collaborative mindset and great teamwork skills Entrepreneurial & adaptable; great learning skills Curious, research‑minded, data‑informed Able to search for possible solutions and apply them Creative confidence Proactive communicator A sense of humor and a love of online culture Thrives in a start‑up culture Benefits Competitive Salary Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Annual Performance Bonus Paid Time Off Company Holidays Flexible work schedule 401k #J-18808-Ljbffr