Fractional Talent Partner / Recruiter

Role Description

The Fractional Talent Partner / Recruiter is a contract, on-site role based in Greater Boston, focused on building and scaling Crackle PR's senior-level talent bench. In this role, the individual will manage full-cycle recruitment for PR and communications professionals, from sourcing and outreach to screening, interviewing, and offer coordination. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing role profiles with leadership, creating and executing targeted search strategies, and maintaining a strong pipeline of candidates in key B2B tech PR disciplines. The role also involves refining recruitment processes, managing candidate experience, and supporting workforce planning for fractional and project-based engagements. This position collaborates closely with senior leaders to ensure talent needs are anticipated and filled efficiently while upholding Crackle PR's high standards for expertise and culture fit.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruiting for PR, communications, or marketing roles, preferably in B2B tech or agency environments.
• Demonstrated strength in sourcing senior talent through multiple channels (networking, referrals, platforms, and targeted outreach).
• Ability to manage full-cycle recruiting processes, including role scoping, screening, interviewing, and offer facilitation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to partner closely with leadership and hiring managers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear candidate communication and structured feedback.
• Organized, detail-oriented approach to managing pipelines, tracking candidate progress, and optimizing workflows.
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, outcomes-focused environment with senior-level professionals.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, recruiting tools, and basic data-driven hiring metrics.
• Prior experience as an in-house recruiter, agency recruiter, or talent partner; background in PR or B2B tech is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.