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Talent Acquisition Coordinator (Contract)

Tailscale
Location
Remote (Canada)
Posted
17 days ago
Department
People & Talent
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience in recruiting coordination, Talent Acquisition, People Operations, or a similarly fast-paced and highly organized environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex scheduling across multiple stakeholders, priorities, and time zones with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain a high level of accuracy.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate issues, find solutions, and escalate when appropriate.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a thoughtful and professional approach to candidates, hiring teams, and senior leaders.
  • A strong sense of ownership and urgency, with the adaptability to operate effectively as priorities, processes, and business needs evolve.
Nice to have
  • Experience supporting recruiting in a high-growth or globally distributed technology company.
  • Experience coordinating complex technical, GTM, or executive interview processes.
  • Experience identifying and implementing improvements to recruiting workflows or coordination processes.
  • Comfort using data, automation, or AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
  • A track record of creating an exceptional experience for both candidates and hiring teams.
What the job really is

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Tailscale will be responsible for managing the recruiting process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for candidates and hiring teams. This role involves coordinating interviews, maintaining accurate recruiting data, and identifying opportunities for process improvements. The coordinator will also support Talent Acquisition programs and contribute to enhancing the candidate experience while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Benefits
  • An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self.
  • A competitive total compensation package including a base salary, equity incentive plan, and variable commission.
  • Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period for health, vision, dental, and more.
  • Remote first company with the option to work from anywhere with wifi.
  • Employer-funded retirement contributions matched dollar-for-dollar up to a maximum annual contribution.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development with $1500 USD annually for training.
Things to weigh
  • This is a contract position with potential for extension or conversion to full-time based on performance.
  • No specific salary range mentioned for the contract role, only a general pay range for the CAN market.
  • The role may evolve under the Talent Acquisition Operations & Programs function, which could change responsibilities over time.
Job score3.4/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
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