Talent Associate

Taste Labs

. Source exceptional engineers, researchers, designers and operators who are not actively looking .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing and recruiting exceptional talent, with a focus on creating a positive candidate experience and maintaining an efficient recruiting pipeline. Proficient in utilizing AI tools and sourcing platforms to enhance recruitment processes in a fast-paced startup environment.

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Sourcing TalentRecruiting CoordinationAI Tools UtilizationCandidate Experience ManagementDetail-Oriented

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Hard Skills

RecruitingSourcingCandidate OutreachInterview SchedulingPipeline Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationHigh UrgencyDetail-OrientedComfortable with Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

AshbyLinkedIn RecruiterJuicebox

Industry Keywords

Startup EnvironmentTechnical RecruitingDesign Talent

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source exceptional engineers, researchers, designers and operators who are not actively looking
Build target lists and outreach campaigns that attract strong candidates
Review inbound and agency candidates on a tight cadence
Schedule interviews and onsites and reduce time between interview rounds
Maintain a clean, current and active recruiting pipeline in Ashby
Create a candidate experience that remains positive even when candidates are rejected
Develop playbooks and automations based on successful processes
Work directly with the Talent & People Operations Lead

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years in sourcing, recruiting coordination or a similar role, ideally at a startup
High urgency and ability to move quickly and follow up promptly
Detail-oriented, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
Comfortable with ambiguity and broad responsibilities in a startup environment
Strong communication skills with candidates, hiring managers and founders
Uses AI tools to source, automate repetitive work and operate faster
Bonus: Experience recruiting technical or design talent at an early-stage company
Bonus: Experience with Ashby, LinkedIn Recruiter or sourcing tools such as Juicebox
Bonus: Genuine interest in AI, design or creative work