Contract Recruiter; Engineering & Product

• At Cook Unity, Talent is at the core of how we scale with intention. As part of our growing Talent Acquisition team, you’ll join a tight-knit, high-impact group that values ownership, excellence, and strong partnerships
• We act as strategic advisors to the business, working to identify and attract exceptional talent that aligns with our values and drives our mission forward. We’re a people-first, product-led company that moves fast and stays focused on making an impact—together
• We’re looking for a senior-level freelance recruiter to partner with our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers on high-impact searches across the U.S. and Canada
• This role will focus on sourcing, engaging, and closing top-tier, values-aligned talent across diverse functions—including Engineering, Product, Data, and senior leadership roles
• You’ll collaborate closely with our in-house recruiting team to build strong pipelines, lead candidate engagement, and help drive hiring excellence during a key growth phase for Cook Unity
• Partner with hiring managers and the in-house recruiting team to own full-cycle searches or key portions of them, depending on project needs
• Build strong pipelines of top active and passive candidates through strategic sourcing and personalized outreach
• Act as a trusted partner and advisor to hiring managers—supporting intake, calibration, and hiring strategy discussions
• Manage candidate experience end-to-end, ensuring clear communication, timely feedback, and a high-touch approach
• Lead interview debriefs and structured decision-making, ensuring alignment with Cook Unity’s values and leadership principles
• Collaborate on employer branding and market positioning to attract A+ talent in competitive markets
• Leverage tools like Linked In Recruiter, Greenhouse, GEM, and AI-based sourcing platforms to optimize reach and efficiency
• Track and share progress using a data-driven approach, identifying opportunities to improve funnel health and time-to-hire

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan to invest in your future
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Benefit to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
• Unlimited Paid Vacation & Sick Days
• 4-Week Paid Sabbatical after 5 years with us
• Compassionate leave each time the need arises
• Remote/Hybrid/On Site Options
• Employee Stock Options Plan
• Bi-annual bonus based on performance
• Planning Sessions twice a year:
  New York & Buenos Aires
• Spanish/English Lessons with a private coach
• Monthly Cook Unity Credits to enjoy meals crafted by our creators
• Once a month in-person gatherings to fuel connection and belonging
• Chef-Led Culinary Trips to foodie destinations (twice a year)

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills—you know how to represent the brand with professionalism and warmth

Proven ability to recruit for Tech/Engineering, Product, or Data roles—and familiarity with U.S. hiring markets

Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, providing both strategic guidance and hands-on recruiting support

Strong sourcing expertise and creative strategies to engage passive candidates

Experience with ATS and CRM tools (we use Greenhouse) and strong command of Linked In Recruiter Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments with minimal oversight5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in product-led, high-growth environments

Familiarity with North American and LATAM markets

Understanding of talent marketing and employer branding tactics

Conversational Spanish is a big plus