Contrario
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Talent Operator (x3)
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Contrario
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
About Contrario Contrario (YC W25) is building an AI‑powered recruiting marketplace that connects elite startup recruiters with fast‑growing companies through software and operational tooling. We’ve raised $2.5M from Y Combinator and Nexus Venture Partners, with angels from Hudson River Trading, Stanford, and OpenAI. Our customers include 50+ YC and venture‑backed startups hiring across engineering and GTM roles.
The Role We’re hiring
Talent Operators
to run full‑cycle recruiting inside Contrario’s marketplace. This is not a traditional recruiting role. As a Talent Operator, you will source, screen, submit, and manage candidates for real startup roles while actively using and stress‑testing Contrario’s internal AI and recruiting tooling. This is an execution‑heavy, high‑intensity role. Expect long days, high outbound volume, tight feedback loops, and constant iteration. We reward output, judgment, and consistency. Scope and upside increase only through performance.
Compensation
Base salary: $60,000 – $70,000
OTE: $85,000 – $100,000+ (placement‑driven; top performers are effectively uncapped)
Compensation is directly tied to revenue generated and quality of execution.
Equity (Performance‑Based) Equity is earned, not guaranteed. No equity is granted on day one. Equity is awarded based on demonstrated impact, reliability, and judgment.
0.01% – 0.05% equity granted after a successful 90‑day performance window
Up to 0.15% total equity after 6+ months of sustained high performance and expanded scope
Equity is typically granted when transitioning into a broader ownership role (e.g. Account Manager or Marketplace Lead)
Growth Path This role is designed as a proving ground. Strong performers can grow into:
Account Manager — owning companies, recruiters, and outcomes end‑to‑end
GTM / Marketplace roles — sales, recruiter supply, or demand‑side ownership
Marketplace Leadership — managing Talent Operators and scaling systems and process
Career paths are not promised. They are unlocked through consistent execution, throughput, and trust.
Responsibilities
Source candidates daily using LinkedIn Recruiter and internal tools (JuiceBox, Contrario AI features)
Run high‑volume outbound and follow‑ups across multiple roles
Screen candidates quickly and assess fit, quality, and readiness
Submit candidates into live startup roles on the Contrario platform
Manage multiple candidate pipelines simultaneously
Help grow recruiter supply by identifying and sourcing high‑quality recruiters to the platform
Actively use Contrario’s AI features and provide structured feedback to the engineering team
Learn what high‑quality recruiting actually looks like through reps, feedback, and outcomes
Be accountable for throughput, judgment, and consistency
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Internet Marketplace Platforms
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Talent Operator (x3)
role at
Contrario
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
About Contrario Contrario (YC W25) is building an AI‑powered recruiting marketplace that connects elite startup recruiters with fast‑growing companies through software and operational tooling. We’ve raised $2.5M from Y Combinator and Nexus Venture Partners, with angels from Hudson River Trading, Stanford, and OpenAI. Our customers include 50+ YC and venture‑backed startups hiring across engineering and GTM roles.
The Role We’re hiring
Talent Operators
to run full‑cycle recruiting inside Contrario’s marketplace. This is not a traditional recruiting role. As a Talent Operator, you will source, screen, submit, and manage candidates for real startup roles while actively using and stress‑testing Contrario’s internal AI and recruiting tooling. This is an execution‑heavy, high‑intensity role. Expect long days, high outbound volume, tight feedback loops, and constant iteration. We reward output, judgment, and consistency. Scope and upside increase only through performance.
Compensation
Base salary: $60,000 – $70,000
OTE: $85,000 – $100,000+ (placement‑driven; top performers are effectively uncapped)
Compensation is directly tied to revenue generated and quality of execution.
Equity (Performance‑Based) Equity is earned, not guaranteed. No equity is granted on day one. Equity is awarded based on demonstrated impact, reliability, and judgment.
0.01% – 0.05% equity granted after a successful 90‑day performance window
Up to 0.15% total equity after 6+ months of sustained high performance and expanded scope
Equity is typically granted when transitioning into a broader ownership role (e.g. Account Manager or Marketplace Lead)
Growth Path This role is designed as a proving ground. Strong performers can grow into:
Account Manager — owning companies, recruiters, and outcomes end‑to‑end
GTM / Marketplace roles — sales, recruiter supply, or demand‑side ownership
Marketplace Leadership — managing Talent Operators and scaling systems and process
Career paths are not promised. They are unlocked through consistent execution, throughput, and trust.
Responsibilities
Source candidates daily using LinkedIn Recruiter and internal tools (JuiceBox, Contrario AI features)
Run high‑volume outbound and follow‑ups across multiple roles
Screen candidates quickly and assess fit, quality, and readiness
Submit candidates into live startup roles on the Contrario platform
Manage multiple candidate pipelines simultaneously
Help grow recruiter supply by identifying and sourcing high‑quality recruiters to the platform
Actively use Contrario’s AI features and provide structured feedback to the engineering team
Learn what high‑quality recruiting actually looks like through reps, feedback, and outcomes
Be accountable for throughput, judgment, and consistency
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Internet Marketplace Platforms
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