Our mission is to unlock the collaborative power of communities by making Web3 universally easy to use, access, and build on.

Working with Consensys puts you at the forefront of an evolving paradigm, transforming our society for the better. We fundamentally believe blockchain is the next generation of technology that can lay the foundation for a more just and equitable society. 

Blockchain tech is just over 10 years old. Ethereum itself is still a toddler and we’re far from reaching our full potential. You’ll get to work on the tools, infrastructure, and apps that scale these platforms to billions of users. 

You’ll be constantly exposed to new concepts, ideas, and frameworks from your peers, and as you work on different projects — challenging you to stay at the top of your game. You’ll join a network of entrepreneurs and technologists that reaches the edge of our ecosystem. Consensys alumni have moved on to become tech entrepreneurs, CEOs, and team leads at tech companies. 

What you’ll do

The purpose of the role of Talent Lead is to provide strategic leadership in building and maintaining a high-performing team for our Corporate hiring. In addition, this role involves developing and executing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies for our Corporate business groups that are aligned with organizational goals. This role will partner with our Senior Leaders in Corporate to create data-driven approaches to reaching our hiring goals. The role reports directly to the Head of Talent Acquisition. 

• Develop and execute the talent acquisition strategic vision that cultivates a high-performance environment, has a diverse slate of candidates and ensures that the company has a talent pipeline made up of best-in-class candidates. 
• Manages and develops an effective team, providing exceptional communication, leadership, guidance, and resources aligned with our policies, and applicable laws and regulations. 
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing talent acquisition team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Day to day management of direct reports - removing blockers, coaching.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Senior and Executive Leaders in Corporate, ensuring you capture regular feedback on hiring and team performance. Identify areas for improvement and implement updates in collaboration with your stakeholders
• Be strategic partner in hiring - and redirecting when things are off process or area can improve. 
• Develop, analyze and report on key recruiting performance metrics and measurements to garner key insights into pipeline health, hiring performance, and candidate satisfaction.  
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with leadership, potential candidates and existing staff to promote a strong sense of engagement and commitment.
• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for our most senior positions in Corporate from sourcing potential candidates to conducting interviews, due diligence, and extending employment offers.
• Collaborate with Leads to comprehend each business group's unique needs, how their business operates, (deeply understand the business group) - be able to communicate to your direct reports how the team operates/is set up/key players - to develop hiring strategies.
• Identify team and recruiting KPIs specific to Corporate hiring, aligning with the broader Talent strategy.
• Stay abreast of recruiting trends, best practices, legal developments, and technological advancements in the web3 space - also share and upskill your direct reports on the latest market trends.
• Utilize data-driven insights to develop and report on key talent acquisition metrics. Make informed recommendations for continuous improvement based on data analysis.
• Capacity planning - work with the Head of Talent to ensure adequate resourcing to meet demand.
• Lead, contribute, or execute on various strategic projects as part of the Talent Leadership team. 

Would be great if you brought this to the role

• Recruitment Experience in the Tech Industry: Prior experience in recruiting for tech companies, especially those in the blockchain or cryptocurrency space, is highly desirable. 
• Passion for Web3 and Decentralization: a genuine interest and enthusiasm for the principles of decentralization, blockchain technology, and the potential impact of web3 innovations.
• Strong Networking Skills: Building and maintaining a strong network within the web3 community. You will be active in relevant online forums, attend industry events at times, and engage with professionals in the field to source top talent and stay updated on industry trends.
• Adaptability and Learning Agility: The web3 space is constantly evolving, with new technologies and protocols emerging frequently. A senior recruiter should be adaptable and able to quickly learn about new developments in the industry to effectively assess candidates' skills and match them with the company's needs.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication is key in all aspects of recruitment, from crafting compelling job descriptions to conducting interviews and negotiating offers.
• Data-Driven Approach: Utilizing data analytics and recruitment metrics to track the effectiveness of sourcing strategies, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes is important for optimizing the recruitment process. You will be comfortable using applicant tracking systems (ATS) - we use Greenhouse - and other tools to gather and analyze data.
• Strategic Thinking: you will develop and execute recruitment strategies that align with the company's long-term goals and growth plans. This includes anticipating future hiring needs, building talent pipelines, and implementing employer branding initiatives to attract top talent in a competitive market.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration: you will mentor the team, delegate tasks effectively, and foster a positive and inclusive team culture.

Don't meet all the requirements? Don't sweat it. We’re passionate about building a diverse team of humans and as such, if you think you've got what it takes for our chaotic-but-fun, remote-friendly, start-up environment—apply anyway, detailing your relevant transferable skills in your cover letter. While we have a pretty good idea of what we need, we're ready for you to challenge our thinking on who needs to be in this role.

The salary range for US-based candidates only will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience and skills. Candidates should anticipate a base salary (not including bonus, equity or other benefits) of $USD[insert salary according to the job catalog]

Consensys is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is made available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Consensys is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices and we encourage all applicants to review our best practices to protect yourself which can be found (https://consensys.io/careers/best-practices-to-avoid-recruitment-fraud/). 

The salary range for US-based candidates only will be determined throughout the interview process depending on experience and skills.