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Director of Talent Acquisition

US - Remote, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Jun 2025

About the role

Company Overview:

At Function Health, our mission is to empower individuals to take control of their health. Through our innovative platform, we offer comprehensive health insights through over 160+ lab tests, tracking health changes over time, and providing actionable, easy-to-understand results all made affordable and accessible to everyone.
Our leadership doesn't just talk the talk; they've been at the helm of technological innovation and medical excellence. Led by tech visionaries and the esteemed Dr. Mark Hyman of Cleveland Clinic fame—a 15-time New York Times bestselling author—our team is a dynamic blend of pioneering spirits and medical mavericks. As we gear up for our next phase of growth, we're on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our ranks.
We're calling all innovators, disruptors, and those with a penchant for challenging the status quo to join us. Our technical leadership boasts alumni from the ranks of Google Research, where they spearheaded machine learning initiatives that have been deployed at an unprecedented scale. If you're drawn to the idea of leveraging technology to make a tangible difference in people's lives and have the skills to contribute to a platform that's changing the face of healthcare, Function Health is where you can leave your mark. Let's redefine health care together, one innovation at a time.

Role:

As the Director of Talent Acquisition, you will join the People team to lead the strategy and execution of hiring at Function Health during a pivotal phase of growth. You’ll partner cross-functionally with leaders across the business to deeply understand their talent needs, drive full-cycle recruiting strategies, and ensure every candidate touchpoint reflects our mission and values. From building scalable hiring processes to developing a compelling employer brand, you’ll be responsible for attracting diverse, high-impact talent that propels Function’s mission forward.
This is a high-ownership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is energized by ambiguity, and is passionate about creating inclusive and purpose-driven teams. Applicants seeking an easy job, a big corporation, a slow pace, or predictable 9-to-5 hours need not apply. This role requires energy, talent, and a genuine passion for Function's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Build & Scale: Design and execute a scalable talent acquisition strategy to support rapid hiring across the organization.
Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing in-house recruiting team to support hiring volume and quality.
Process Optimization: Develop structured, efficient, and inclusive recruiting processes, tools, and systems to drive hiring success and consistency.
Employer Brand: Elevate Function Health’s employer brand through creative storytelling, thought leadership, and candidate engagement strategies.
Data & Insights: Track and report on key talent metrics to inform strategic decisions and optimize pipeline performance.
DEI Focus: Embed equity and inclusion into every stage of the recruiting lifecycle.
Candidate Experience: Champion a thoughtful, white-glove candidate experience from first touch to offer acceptance.

Qualifications/Skills:

Recruiting experience: 8+ years of progressive experience, including 3+ years in leadership roles scaling talent teams in high-growth environments (preferably in tech or health tech).
Startup scaling expertise: Proven success designing and executing recruiting strategies for startups scaling from 100–500+ employees.
Full-cycle hiring knowledge: Deep understanding of sourcing, assessment, and hiring best practices across technical and non-technical roles.
Function-building experience: Experience building and managing a recruiting function from scratch, including tools, processes, and team development.
Stakeholder influence: Strong business acumen and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Data fluency: Data-driven mindset with experience tracking and analyzing recruiting metrics.
Leadership & collaboration: Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and team leadership skills.
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