Founding Recruiter (Hybrid)

Who We Are

Citizen Health was founded on the belief - shaped by firsthand lived experiences navigating healthcare - that having the right advocate is the single most important factor in achieving better care and outcomes. By uniquely combining data, AI, and community, Citizen is building a personalized AI advocate powered by patients' complete medical histories and data from thousands of other patients to generate personalized insights for clinical decisions and day-to-day challenges. Starting in rare and complex conditions, patients share their data in exchange for value, enabling biopharma and researchers with seamless access to patients and regulatory-grade data, shaving years off drug development for much-needed treatments.

Citizen is founded by experienced entrepreneurs with multiple successes under their belts and is funded by top-tier investors including 8VC, Transformation Capital, and Headline Ventures, among others. We are a mission-driven team excited to be building the future of consumer healthcare.

The Role

Were hiring our first Founding Recruiter to build the foundation of Citizens talent engine and help shape an exceptional employee experience. As the companys first dedicated recruiting hire, youll own recruiting strategy and execution end-to-end partnering with leadership to attract and hire exceptional talent across Engineering, Product, Growth Marketing, and other functions.

This is more than a typical recruiting role : youll design and scale the systems, processes, and employer brand that define how we hire, while laying the groundwork for future People / HR capabilities. As we grow, youll also have the opportunity to stretch into adjacent areas such as performance management, employee benefits, and workplace culture helping make Citizen a place where top talent thrives. Youll report directly to the COO and work closely with the founding team to shape the companys trajectory from the ground up.

Responsibilities

Own full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing and outreach to interviews, offers, and onboarding

Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to attract top talent, with an initial focus on engineering, product and growth marketing roles

Build and manage robust recruiting pipelines and utilize modern recruiting tools (such as Ashby, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Gem) to source, engage, and manage candidates efficiently

Create and refine a structured interview process that identifies exceptional candidates while enabling fair, consistent evaluation

Leverage data-driven insights to optimize recruiting efforts, tracking key metrics such as time-to-fill, offer acceptance rate, funnel conversion, and sourcing effectiveness, and provide regular updates on funnel health and time-to-hire

Deliver a seamless candidate experience while coaching hiring managers on interviewing, calibration, and closing

Develop and execute employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives to showcase Citizens mission and culture

Bring early-stage startup or high-growth experience to anticipate scaling needs and adapt strategies as the company grows

Stay informed on the AI / ML talent landscape to identify emerging talent pools and competitive trends

Collaborate on workplace experience strategy as we move into our own office and build an intentional hybrid culture

Who You Are

You thrive in fast-paced, early-stage environments and are excited to build a recruiting function from the ground up. With a track record of hiring across technical and go-to-market roles, you pair strategic thinking with hands-on execution from sourcing and interviewing to data-driven process design. You care deeply about people and culture, maintain a high bar for quality, and move quickly without sacrificing candidate experience. Collaborative and resourceful, you partner closely with founders while confidently driving initiatives independently. Above all, youre motivated by the opportunity to help shape a team and mission that will transform consumer healthcare.

Qualifications

7+ years of recruiting experience, with a track record of success in small, fast-growing companies

Deep experience recruiting for technical, product, marketing, and data roles

A builder you love to create systems, optimize processes, and scale intentionally

Strong strategic and operational mindset you can see the big picture while managing the details

Passionate about people and creating high-quality experiences for candidates and teammates alike

Excellent communicator, collaborator, and relationship builder

Interested in (or familiar with) the consumer healthcare space

Why Join Us?

At Citizen Health, you will be part of an ambitious mission to build innovative AI-driven solutions that redefine the consumer healthcare experience and improve outcomes for millions. We value curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, and we believe in empowering every team member to have an impact. Here, youll find :

The chance to work on pioneering AI technologies and solve complex problems that push the boundaries of whats possible in healthcare

The freedom to lead your projects and shape the companys direction in a mission-driven environment where your work makes a real impact

A fast-paced, high-growth setting that brings expanding opportunities and clear paths for career progression

A supportive culture of learning, experimentation, and innovation, where new ideas are encouraged and explored

A commitment to empathy and diversity, recognizing that our greatest strengths come from our varied perspectives and experiences

Regular team activities and knowledge sharing, all within a culture that prioritizes well-being and connection

Additional Perks

Competitive salary + equity package

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited paid time off including a generous parental leave

Flexible hybrid work environment

Dont meet every qualification? No worries! We believe that passion, curiosity, and the right mindset are just as important as a checklist of skills. If youre excited about what were building, we encourage you to apply.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Citizen Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Everyone deserves an equal chance to contribute and grow here regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.