----- ABOUT SQUARE
Square helps millions of merchants manage their business — from secure card payment processing to point-of-sale solutions that support the entire business management cycle. We create tools that enable businesses to fully participate in the economy. Since 2009, we have evolved by enabling anyone to accept payments to create integrated, omnichannel solutions that help merchants sell online, manage inventory, offer buy now, pay later solutions, book appointments, build customer loyalty, and recruit and pay their staff. Today, we partner with merchants of all sizes, helping them grow their business with the right tools at the right time.
----- JOB OVERVIEW
Square is seeking a Recruiter - Independent Consultants to lead the sourcing and recruitment of independent sales consultants (self-employed contractors) across France. As Square continues its rapid expansion in the French market, this role is essential to building and scaling our field sales force through high-volume, quality recruitment.
This is a high-impact, fast-paced role for a recruitment professional who excels in high-volume recruiting environments and understands the unique dynamics of recruiting independent sales professionals.
In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and recruiting 20 to 30 independent consultants per month through various sourcing channels. You will work closely with Regional Sales Managers, Team Leaders, and the Training & Enablement Manager to ensure a smooth candidate experience and successful onboarding of new consultants into Square's sales organization.
----- WHAT YOU WILL DO
Sourcing and Recruitment
- Source and attract high-quality independent sales consultants (self-employed contractors) through multiple channels including job boards, social media, networking events, referrals, and direct outreach.
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for 20 to 30 independent consultants per month, ensuring quality and speed.
- Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.
- Screen candidates on their sales aptitude, entrepreneurial mindset, cultural fit, and alignment with Square's values.
- Conduct initial interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate fit.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with Regional Sales Managers and Team Leaders to understand regional recruitment needs and candidate profiles.
- Align recruitment efforts with regional growth plans and business priorities.
- Work with the Training & Enablement Manager to ensure smooth handoff and onboarding of new consultants.
- Provide regular updates on recruitment pipeline, progress against targets, and market insights.
Process Management and Performance
- Track and report key recruitment metrics including pipeline volume, conversion rates, time-to-hire, and source effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data in recruitment systems (ATS).
- Continuously optimize recruitment processes to improve efficiency and candidate quality.
- Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
Market Intelligence and Employer Branding
- Stay informed about the French independent contractor market, competitive landscape, and recruitment trends.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen Square's employer brand and attractiveness to independent sales professionals.
- Represent Square professionally at recruitment events, job fairs, and networking activities.
- Gather and share candidate insights regarding market conditions and competitive dynamics.
----- WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required Experience
- 5+ years of recruitment experience with a strong track record of high-volume recruiting.
- Proven experience recruiting independent contractors, self-employed professionals, or freelance sales professionals.
- Deep understanding of the French self-employed landscape and regulatory environment.
- Experience managing complete recruitment processes and building candidate pipelines.
- Demonstrated ability to consistently meet or exceed recruitment targets in fast-paced environments.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent sourcing skills across multiple channels (job boards, LinkedIn, networking, referrals, etc.).
- Strong interview and candidate assessment capabilities, particularly for sales roles.
- Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Data-driven mindset with ability to track, analyze, and optimize recruitment metrics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and cross-functional partners.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
Additional Assets
- Experience in fintech, payments, technology, or high-growth startup environments.
- Knowledge of sales recruitment best practices and competency-based interviewing.
- Experience with recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives.
- Familiarity with ATS systems and recruitment tools.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in French (native speaker or professional level).
- Professional proficiency in English for collaboration with international teams.
----- WHY SQUARE?
At Square, we are building a more inclusive economy where everyone can participate and thrive. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming work environment, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We work hard to evaluate all employees and candidates consistently, based solely on the key skills required for the role, and without regard to any legally protected class.
----- ADDITIONAL NOTES
- This position is based in France and will be performed remotely.
- Occasional travel may be required for recruitment events, team meetings, and regional visits.
- Competitive compensation package including base salary, variable compensation, and equity.
- Comprehensive benefits in accordance with French employment standards.
We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.
We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page.
While there is no specific deadline to apply for this role, U.S. roles are typically open for an average of 55 days before being filled by a successful candidate. Please refer to the date listed at the top of this job page for when this role was first posted.
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
EU Pay Range
€78.400—€117.600 EUR
Application Guidelines
Candidates may submit up to 9 active applications within a 60-day period. Reapplications to the same role are accepted 90 days after a previous application has been reviewed.
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