G&A Recruiter Job at Nexus in San Francisco

Location: San Francisco, CA / In-Person
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Nexus

The Nexus Project is advancing the frontier of verifiable computation. By combining decades of progress in zero-knowledge cryptography with open science and open-source software, we aim to make computation trustless, scalable, and accessible to everyone. Backed by $25M in Series A funding, Nexus is headquartered in San Francisco and powered by a world-class team of engineers, cryptographers, and researchers.

We are looking for an experienced G&A Recruiter to join our Talent & People team and play a key role in shaping the future of Nexus. You will own the end-to-end hiring process. This recruiter will partner closely with hiring manager, to ensure Nexus attracts top-tier talent. As a high-impact contributor, you will build relationships with candidates, create seamless interview processes, and help Nexus maintain a high-talent-density culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment process, from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Collaborate with Leadership: Work closely with hiring managers to understand needs, role requirements, and team dynamics.
• Sourcing & Outreach: Actively source and engage candidates through various platforms (LinkedIn, job boards, meetups, conferences, and personal networks) to build a pipeline of high-quality talent.
• Candidate Experience: Create a positive and professional experience for candidates through consistent communication, timely feedback, and meaningful touchpoints throughout the process.
• Data-Driven Hiring: Use metrics to track pipeline health, diversity, and time-to-hire, providing insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Employer Branding: Collaborate with Marketing and Brand teams to promote Nexus as a top workplace through social media, events, and other creative channels.
• Process Optimization: Continuously improve recruiting processes, interview frameworks, and candidate assessments to maintain a high bar for talent.
• Onboarding Support: Ensure new hires transition smoothly into their roles by coordinating with Talent & People teams on onboarding plans and activities.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruiting experience in high-growth startups, tech companies, or recruiting agencies.
• Strong sourcing skills with proficiency using platforms such as LinkedIn, AngelList, etc.
• Knowledgeable about zero-knowledge proofs, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and developer tools is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Data-driven mindset, with the ability to use recruiting metrics to inform strategy.
• Proactive, self-starter attitude, with experience thriving in a fast-paced, high-talent-density environment.
• Ability to work in-person at our San Francisco office and collaborate effectively with on-site teams.

Why Join Nexus?

• Shape the Future: Be at the forefront of Web3 innovation, empowering developers to build the next generation of verifiable computation systems.
• Collaborate with the Best: Work alongside a world-class team of engineers, cryptographers, and researchers.
• Impactful Role: Play a central role in growing Nexus's developer community and establishing its ecosystem as a leader in the space.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Vibrant Culture: Join an energetic, supportive team committed to building groundbreaking technology.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous equity compensation
• Health insurance for employees and their dependents
• Lunch and dinner provided at the office
• Company-paid travel to events and conferences