Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (6 month Contract/Contract to Perm)

In the time it takes you to read this job description, RapidSOS will have handled ~1,380 emergencies.

At RapidSOS, we are committed to using technology to build a safer, stronger future and working together to save lives. We’re in an exciting phase of growth, welcoming new members from across the globe to our mission-driven, ambitious, and inclusive team. Our work is founded on our values of elevating purpose, inventing tomorrow, delivering with urgency, serving with integrity, and winning together, all of which support a company culture where people can innovate, collaborate, grow, and, above all, make an impact. 

RapidSOS is ​​the leading public safety AI company that unlocks mission-critical intelligence for first responders and security teams – enabling faster, smarter and more accurate emergency response. Real-time data from the world’s largest safety network of 700M+ devices, 200+ global enterprises, and 23,000+ federal, state and local agencies fuels the RapidSOS HARMONY AI engine that delivers this intelligence to those who need it most. Learn more at www.RapidSOS.com.

What this role is about: 

We are seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner for an initial 6-month contract engagement, with a strong possibility of transitioning to a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs. This is a strategic recruiting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is passionate about identifying, attracting, and hiring exceptional talent across a diverse range of disciplines — including Engineering, Corporate, and Go-to-Market (GTM) teams.

As a key member of the People Team, you will work cross-functionally with hiring managers, HR, finance, and leadership to develop innovative recruiting strategies, enhance candidate experience, and build the high-performing teams that power our mission. This role requires both the versatility to recruit across technical and non-technical functions and the business acumen to serve as a true strategic partner to every team you support.

What you’ll do: 

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for key roles across Engineering, Corporate (Finance, Legal, People, Operations), and Go-to-Market (Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Partnerships) teams.
• Partner closely with hiring managers across all functions to define job requirements, craft compelling job descriptions, and develop tailored hiring strategies.
• Build and maintain a robust, diverse talent pipeline through proactive sourcing, networking, and targeted outreach strategies across all functional areas.
• Design and implement structured interview processes to ensure fair, consistent, and rigorous candidate evaluation across disciplines.
• Coach and guide hiring managers on effective, behavior-based interviewing techniques to identify top talent.
• Conduct insightful interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, technical aptitude, and cultural fit.
• Manage the candidate experience end-to-end, ensuring clear communication and a positive, engaging interaction at every stage.
• Drive offer negotiations and facilitate the closing process to secure top talent competitively.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across all hiring strategies and practices.
• Stay current on industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and best practices in recruiting across engineering, corporate, and GTM markets.
• Contribute to employer branding efforts to attract high-caliber candidates across all functions.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement across each functional area.

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience within a high-growth, fast-paced environment, with demonstrated success recruiting across multiple functions (engineering, corporate, and/or GTM).
• Proven ability to develop and execute recruiting strategies that consistently drive high-quality hires across diverse roles and seniority levels.
• Experience recruiting for technical/engineering roles as well as business-facing functions (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse) and HR tech tools.
• Experience leveraging data and analytics to optimize recruiting performance and improve hiring outcomes.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams, establishing strong partnerships with hiring managers and candidates at all levels.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority requisitions simultaneously across different functions.
• Showcases a growth mindset and adaptability; ability to shift tasks and priorities when circumstances change.
• No ego — our team believes in "purpose over pride" where no task is beneath us.
• Passion for DEI hiring initiatives and enhancing candidate experience.
• Bonus: Experience in early-stage startups, SaaS, or high-growth tech environments.
• Bonus: Previous experience in a recruitment agency environment.

• An initial 6-month contract engagement with the opportunity to transition to a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs
• The chance to work with a passionate team on solving one of the largest challenges globally
• Competitive contract compensation
• A dynamic, flexible, and fun start-up work environment with a highly talented team

If you're curious to learn more about RapidSOS, you can check out https://rapidsos.com/blog/

Starting pay for a successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include experience, relevant skills, training, education, location, business needs, or market demands. The hourly/contract rate for this role is to be determined. Successful candidates who transition to a permanent role will be eligible to receive equity options and bonus.

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