Senior Talent Acquisition Partner - Contract

Boston · Remote · 5+ years experience · Posted Oct 2, 2026

At a glance

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, you'll be a key part of our TA team, contributing to how we find and attract talent at Toast.
You'll manage the full recruitment process, focusing on building strong candidate pools, making sure candidates have a great experience, and adapting to different hiring needs.

Deliver on recruiting goals and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and changing business needs.
Attract, recruit, and engage top talent for Toast's R&D and/or G&A functions.
Manage and prioritize the review of substantial inbound application volume using our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), identifying top-tier candidates quickly.
Exercise sound judgment and decision-making in all aspects of the recruitment process, balancing the needs of the business with candidate experience.
Skillfully navigate complex and ambiguous hiring scenarios, effectively partnering with hiring managers to clarify requirements, align expectations, and drive decision-making.
Build strong relationships with hiring managers through regular recruiting syncs, effective communication, and subject matter expertise.
Help deliver on key business needs by providing creative solutions and adapt recruitment strategies to address market conditions.
Deliver diverse pipelines and support inclusive recruitment processes by educating hiring managers and the business on inclusive hiring practices.
Leverage data and key recruitment metrics to drive an efficient, equitable, and impactful search that ensures the right talent is matched with the right opportunities.
Provide exceptional customer service to both candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a positive and memorable experience throughout the recruitment process.

Typically requires 5+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience with a proven track record of recruiting across sales and customer success.
Demonstrated depth and breadth of experience in high-volume recruiting, successfully partnering with hiring managers to fill roles across various R&D and/or G&A functions.
Proficiency in leveraging recruitment data and metrics to impact hiring decisions.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate insights clearly and effectively.
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

Embraces a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs.