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At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let's get to it!
A Little About Us
Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts - driving real, measurable results for clients.
At Zelis, AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture.
A Little About You
You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.
Position Overview
Zelis is growing! We are looking for a strategic, forward-thinking recruiter to join our Global Talent Acquisition team and help shape how we attract, engage, and hire top talent across the organization.
This role is ideal for someone who is a relationship builder, talent strategist, and talent-market researcher. The right person is naturally curious, highly resourceful, and energized by emerging recruiting technologies, especially AI-powered sourcing, automation, analytics, and candidate engagement tools.
At Zelis, we value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone who is excited to evolve the recruiting function, challenge traditional approaches, and help create exceptional hiring experiences for candidates and hiring teams alike.
What You'll Do

• Manage full-cycle recruiting across a variety of functions and levels including executive level roles and Go-to-Market roles, partnering closely with hiring leaders to understand business priorities and hiring needs.

• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to identify, attract, and engage both active and passive talent.

• Leverage modern recruiting technologies, AI-enabled tools, talent intelligence platforms, and data insights to improve recruiting effectiveness and efficiency.

• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers by providing market insights, talent trends, competitive intelligence, and guidance throughout the hiring process.

• Build strong candidate pipelines and long-term talent communities through proactive networking and relationship management.

• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through thoughtful communication, process management, and consultative engagement.

• Continuously evaluate and improve recruiting workflows, sourcing techniques, and candidate engagement strategies.

• Partner cross-functionally with HR, compensation, DEI, and business leaders to drive effective and inclusive hiring practices.

• Track recruiting metrics and use data to identify opportunities, optimize processes, and influence hiring decisions.

• Stay current on recruiting best practices, labor market trends, sourcing innovations, and advancements in AI and recruiting technology.

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of recruiting experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, or matrixed environment.

• Strong sourcing expertise with experience identifying and engaging hard-to-find talent through multiple channels and techniques.

• Naturally curious about recruiting innovation, emerging technologies, and AI tools that improve talent acquisition outcomes.

• Technically savvy and comfortable learning and adopting new platforms, systems, and automation tools.

• Skilled at building relationships and influencing stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand organizational needs and translate them into hiring strategies.

• Excellent communication, organization, and consultative problem-solving skills.

• Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret recruiting metrics and use insights to improve performance.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

• Passionate about creating positive candidate experiences and building inclusive, high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting across multiple business functions or industries.
• Experience recruiting for Go-to-Market teams and leadership level talent.

• Familiarity with AI-enabled recruiting tools, talent intelligence platforms, CRM systems, or sourcing automation technologies.

• Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Phenom, Workday, or similar platforms.

• Healthcare, fintech, SaaS, or technology industry experience is a plus.

*This role is hybrid with an in-office schedule of 2-4 days per month.
Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Location and Workplace Flexibility
Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.
While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.
Base Salary Range
At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.
Zelis' full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees' health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.
Accessibility Support
We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email TalentAcquisition@zelis.com.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, duties, and skills from time to time.