Senior Recruiter - GTM (Contract)

About Contextual AI

We're revolutionizing how AI Agents work by solving AI's most critical challenge: context. The right context at the right time unlocks the accuracy and production scale that enterprises leveraging AI require. Our enterprise AI development platform sits at the intersection of breakthrough AI research and practical developer needs. Our end-to-end platform allows AI developers to easily and accurately ingest and query documents from enterprise data sources and easily embed retrieval results into their business workflows.  

Contextual AI was founded by the pioneers of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), the foundational technique behind the context layer, connecting foundation models to current and relevant information. Backed by the industry's most forward-thinking venture capitalists, we're not just participating in the enterprise AI revolution, we're defining it. Join us in building a future where AI doesn't just answer questions, it transforms businesses.

About the role

We are growing quickly, and we’re looking for a senior-level recruiter to help us build exceptional teams. This is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension or conversion to full-time, depending on organizational needs. While we operate hybrid without a strict in-office policy, we are prioritizing candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our office is in Mountain View, CA. 

Responsibilities

• Drive and manage the full recruiting lifecycle across multiple functions at Contextual AI. From intake, sourcing, screening, and stakeholder alignment to offer negotiation and closing.
• Build strong, diverse pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem, Greenhouse CRM campaigns, and creative out-of-the-box sourcing strategies. You know how to identify talent beyond obvious channels.
• Partner closely with hiring managers, executives, and the broader People team. You act as a strategic advisor, setting expectations, refining hiring needs, and executing hiring plans with speed and quality.
• Own and run the closing process. Partner with compensation and hiring managers to craft competitive offers and close top-tier talent. 
• Raise the hiring bar. Up-level interview practices, drive structure and consistency, and coach stakeholders to build exceptional teams. 
• Deliver a world-class candidate experience. Act as a trusted ambassador for Contextual AI, ensuring every touchpoint reflects excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of recruiting experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You thrive in ambiguity and move with urgency.
• 4+ years of full-cycle GTM recruiting experience. Plus 2+ years of solid sourcing experience.
• Deep curiosity and passion for staying ahead of market trends. You constantly evolve your recruiting strategy and tools.
• A proven record of hitting hiring goals, building strong pipelines, and producing measurable outcomes. You operate with accountability and high standards.
• Strong stakeholder management. You confidently guide GTM leaders, influence decisions, and raise the talent bar.
• Demonstrated ability to elevate hiring quality and enforce structured, rigorous recruiting practices. You build scalable systems, not ad hoc processes.

Bonus Points

• Experience using Gem and Greenhouse.
• Prior hiring experience in technical functions such as engineering, research, or TPM!