Talent Acquisition Partner

Cognitiv

New York City, United States

October 23, 2025

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Talent Acquisition Partner

New York City, NY
Corporate – Human Resources /
Full-time /
Hybrid
Are you ready to revolutionize the advertising industry? 

At Cognitiv, we are not just another AdTech company—we are industry trailblazers redefining media buying with our Deep Learning Advertising Platform. Since 2015, we have harnessed the power of cutting-edge deep learning technology and data science to transform how brands connect with their customers. Our mission? To bring intelligence to advertising and deliver unparalleled precision, relevance, and impact at scale. 

With our innovative platform, advertisers enjoy unprecedented flexibility—whether it is activating Dynamic Deals through their preferred DSP, leveraging our managed service DSP, or utilizing our industry-first ContextGPT product. As a part of Cognitiv, you will be at the forefront of AI-driven advertising solutions, driving change and achieving remarkable growth in a rapidly evolving industry.

Now, we’re growing—and looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner (Hybrid - NY) to join our team!

The role
As a Talent Acquisition Partner at Cognitiv, you’ll play a pivotal role in scaling our high-performing teams across both go-to-market functions and technical functions. You’ll act as a true business partner — combining strategy, creativity, and execution to attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a rapidly growing AI company, where recruiting is viewed as a key driver of innovation and success.

What You'll Do

    • Own Full-Cycle Recruiting: Lead the end-to-end hiring process — from job posting, sourcing, and screening to interviewing and offer negotiation — across both technical and non-technical roles.
    • Drive TA Projects & Results: Take ownership of key talent acquisition initiatives. Define success metrics, manage timelines, and deliver measurable outcomes that improve time-to-fill, conversion rates, and candidate quality.
    • Influence & Partner: Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and leadership. Influence hiring decisions through data and insights, train interviewers, and help elevate recruiting practices company-wide.
    • Collaborate Across Teams: Build strong partnerships with HRBPs, Hiring Partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize hiring needs and align on strategy.
    • Leverage Data & Systems: Use recruiting metrics, dashboards, and tools to identify trends, optimize workflows, and maintain operational excellence.
    • Deliver Exceptional Candidate Experiences: Provide timely, transparent communication and a high-touch experience that reflects our culture and values.
    • Champion the Brand: Represent and amplify our employer brand through every candidate interaction and creative outreach initiative.
    • Bring Market Insights: Stay current on industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitor activity to inform talent strategy and influence business decisions.

Who You Are

    • Senior Recruiter: Who blends strategic partnership with hands-on execution — someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth tech environments and knows how to build relationships that deliver results.
    • GTM Recruiting Expertise: 4+ years full-cycle experience hiring across sales, marketing, and customer success; ideally in adtech/tech/SaaS.
    • Trusted Partner: Exceptional stakeholder management — consultative, influential, and able to align hiring needs with business outcomes.
    • Relationship Builder: Empathetic, personable, and passionate about exceptional candidate experience.
    • Culture & Brand Advocate: Represents the company’s values and elevates our employer brand in every interaction.
    • Tenacious Talent Hunter: Persistent, creative, and resourceful in sourcing and closing top talent.
    • Negotiation & Closing Skills: Confident communicator with strong judgment and tact.
    • Operational Excellence: Highly organized, data-driven, and skilled at context-switching and prioritization.
    • Proactive Problem Solver: Learns quickly, acts with initiative, and drives results without needing direction.
    • Collaborative Mindset: Works cross-functionally with transparency, respect, and trust.
    • DEI Advocate: Passionate about building diverse teams and embedding inclusion throughout the hiring process.
    • Talent Market Expert: Keeps a pulse on industry trends, talent availability, and compensation insights to advise hiring teams effectively.

Bonus Points If You Have

    • Greenhouse Experience: Comfortable managing pipelines, workflows, and reporting in Greenhouse ATS.
    • AdTech Industry Experience: Familiar with the ecosystem, terminology, and go-to-market motion of adtech or programmatic companies.
    • Business Acumen: Understands how recruiting impacts company strategy, growth, and revenue outcomes.

What You’ll Find at Cognitiv

    • Festiv – We make work fun with cross-team games, events, and creative team bonding.
    • Responsiv – You’ll be close to clients and leadership, influencing real outcomes.
    • Inclusiv – Diversity and individuality are celebrated across all levels.
    • Inventiv – We reward curiosity and embrace bold ideas.
    • Transformativ – We support your growth with training, mentorship, and flexibility.
    • Collaborativ – We operate across coasts, connected by purpose and teamwork.

Location & Compensation

    • Location: New York (hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
    • Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 Base Salary + Equity

      • Compensation is based on experience, skills, and other factors. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards at Cognitiv—you’ll also receive equity and a comprehensive benefits package.

      Highlights include:Medical, dental & vision coverage (some plans 100% employer-paid)
    • 12 weeks paid parental leave
    • Unlimited PTO + Work-From-Anywhere August
    • Career development with clear advancement paths
    • Equity for all employees
    • Hybrid work model & daily team lunch
    • Health & wellness stipend + cell phone reimbursement
    • 401(k) with employer match
    • Parking (CA & WA offices) & pre-tax commuter benefits
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Comprehensive onboarding (Cognitiv University)
    • …and more!
Cognitiv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.
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