Recruiter, Sr.

About The Company
Kaizen is a pioneering force in government technology, dedicated to transforming outdated legacy systems used by federal agencies into modern, AI-native software solutions. Established in 2022 and headquartered in New York City and Washington, D.C., Kaizen has experienced rapid growth, with revenues increasing 35 times in a single year and plans to serve over 100 million Americans across numerous federal agencies. Backed by prominent investors such as NEA, a16z, Accel, 776, and Carpenter Capital, Kaizen is committed to delivering impactful, craft-built applications that address critical national needs. Our mission is to empower public servants, service members, and citizens by providing reliable, efficient, and innovative technology platforms—from accessing benefits to counter-drone procurement—ensuring government services meet the demands of the modern era.
About The Role
Kaizen is rapidly scaling its government sector operations and is seeking an experienced and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for federal sales, G&A roles, and operational positions. This role is instrumental in building the company's talent pipeline from scratch, establishing relationships with top-tier candidates before they are actively seeking new opportunities. The ideal candidate will be autonomous, resourceful, and capable of designing sourcing strategies that attract highly specialized talent in the federal and public sector space. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand nuanced needs, craft tailored searches, and deliver a seamless candidate experience that reflects Kaizen’s mission and values. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of government technology hiring at a fast-growing, mission-driven organization where each hire significantly impacts our ability to serve the nation effectively.
Qualifications
5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a proven track record of independently managing searches
Experience recruiting for GTM, sales, or G&A functions, preferably within federal, public sector, or specialized talent pools
Strong relationship-building skills with a focus on proactive outreach and pipeline development
Fluency in AI tools and platforms used for sourcing, screening, and pipeline management
Ability to operate effectively with minimal process, taking initiative to build structure as needed
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience working in high-ambiguity environments, such as startups or high-growth companies
Familiarity with federal contracting, govtech, or public sector hiring is a plus
Experience designing or improving recruiting processes or tools is advantageous
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end recruitment processes for federal sales, G&A, and operational roles, from intake to offer
Develop and execute relationship-based sourcing strategies to build a strong candidate pipeline
Deliver a high-touch, professional candidate experience at every stage of the hiring process
Leverage AI tools as a core component of sourcing, screening, and pipeline management
Collaborate closely with hiring managers to clarify requirements and develop targeted search strategies
Build pipelines for roles with limited candidate pools, particularly in federal and public sector sales
Represent Kaizen’s mission and impact credibly to attract top talent committed to government innovation
Maintain a high level of candidate engagement, ensuring a positive experience that reflects the company's values
Benefits
Health & Insurance: 100% coverage for medical (Oxford/United), dental (Guardian PPO), and vision (Beam) plans for employees and dependents
Life Insurance: $100,000 fully paid policy
FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
One Medical membership with same-day primary care and 24/7 virtual visits
Fertility and family-building support through Carrot
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with a 2% company match
Family & Time Off: 16 weeks parental leave for birthing parents, 10 weeks for non-birthing parents, unlimited PTO with a two-week minimum, and company-wide holidays including a winter break during Christmas
Office & Remote Setup: Up to $750 stipend for home office setup (NYC), $500 for remote employees, $50/month commuter benefit, and company-provided laptop
Wellness: Fully covered gym membership at Grindhouse for NYC employees, $100/month wellness reimbursement for non-NYC employees
Stipends: Monthly utility stipend, professional development budget, recreation stipend, and pet care stipend quarterly
Equal Opportunity
Kaizen is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.

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