Contract Recruiter

Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it's powered by the anime content we all love.

Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime

As a Contract Recruiter at Crunchyroll, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our future by identifying and engaging top-tier talent within the APAC & EMEA region. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner who leverages data and metrics to drive decision-making, takes a consultative approach with hiring managers, and consistently delivers results through strong client and candidate management.

You will…

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for multiple, complex searches, acting as a strategic advisor to hiring managers while ensuring alignment on role requirements, market trends, and hiring strategy

• Develop and execute creative, data-informed sourcing and engagement plans that target both active and passive candidates across multiple channels

• Analyze and present recruiting metrics to stakeholders, using data to drive insights, influence decisions, and improve efficiency and effectiveness in hiring

• Build trusted partnerships with hiring managers, proactively guiding them through the hiring process, setting expectations, and providing market intelligence to shape talent decisions

• Manage candidates with transparency and care, driving an exceptional experience through clear communication, strong relationship building, and effective closing strategies

• Champion diversity and inclusion in all recruiting approaches, ensuring balanced slates and equitable processes

• Take ownership of recruiting outcomes by anticipating challenges, resolving blockers, and pushing searches forward with urgency and accountability

• Partner with the recruiting team on critical initiatives, projects, and process improvements, contributing to scalable recruiting operations that reflect our commitment to continuous improvement

In the role of Contract Recruiter, you will report to the Director of Talent Attraction.

We are considering applicants for the location(s) of Hyderabad. 

About You

We get excited about candidates, like you, because...

• You bring 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in fast-paced, high-growth technology companies within the APAC & EMEA region

• You are metrics-driven, with a track record of using data to measure recruiting performance, identify trends, and drive results

• You demonstrate proven ability to source, assess, and close candidates at all levels, from individual contributors to leadership roles

• You take a consultative approach with hiring managers, influencing decisions and ensuring alignment with both business needs and market realities

• You excel at building and managing strong candidate pipelines while delivering a high-touch candidate experience

• You proactively identify and implement sourcing strategies that attract passive candidates and align to the long-term needs of the business

• You have strong business acumen and understanding of both technical and non-technical roles, skills, and evolving market dynamics

• You thrive in an environment that values ownership, accountability, and adaptability, moving seamlessly between strategy and execution

• You are highly skilled in applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools; Greenhouse experience is a plus

• You bring exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solutions-oriented mindset

#LifeAtCrunchyroll #Hybrid

We want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We value

• Courage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves.

• Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding.

• Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress.

• Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others.

Our mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.

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