State Affairs is the nation's leading news and policy intelligence platform focused on state governments. We combine nonpartisan coverage of Statehouses across the country alongside state government data and AI-native tools into a singular platform.

We inform and empower decision makers, policy professionals and citizens through our award-winning journalism and data — delivering profound insights to help our customers decode and act on state politics and policy. We're building a category-defining business that will reshape America as we strengthen visibility into what's happening and why at the state level.

We know we can only achieve our mission with the right people—no software, process, or playbook can replace that. This role is pivotal in making it a reality. We are looking for a proven talent acquisition professional—someone who thrives on poaching top performers from competitors, not just sifting through inbound applicants. You will own the search for the sales and marketing talent that will define our growth, partnering directly with leadership to build a high-impact organization.

We are hiring a Talent Acquisition Partner to join our team located in Washington, DC.

As the Talent Acquisition Partner, you will :

• Work directly with sales leaders and hiring managers to understand business priorities, team structures, and role requirements.
• Relentlessly source and attract top-tier go-to-market talent such as account executives, business development representatives, and other sales professionals.
• Build and maintain talent intelligence: target company organization charts, compensation benchmarks, and competitive insights.
• Manage the entire recruiting lifecycle: sourcing, screening, scheduling, interview coordination, feedback, offers, and closing.
• Sell the opportunity—positioning our roles as career-defining opportunities for qualified talent.
• Deliver a high-touch candidate experience that strengthens our employer brand and keeps future hires warm.
• Ensure pipeline hygiene via our applicant tracking system (Greenhouse), ensuring data is clean, accurate, and actionable.
• Use recruiting analytics to track funnel performance, spot trends, and optimize for speed and quality.
• Stay ahead of go-to-market hiring trends, competitive moves, and emerging talent pools.

Essential Qualifications for this position include :

• 5+ years of professional work experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on recruiting GTM sales professionals (account executives, BDRs, and marketing professionals).
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse preferred) and other tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter to support sourcing.
• Ability to execute with attention to detail and operate with organizational skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a clear understanding of correspondence etiquette.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications for this position include :

• Prior professional experience conducting various talent-related operations such as onboarding.
• Prior experience working in a start-up organization.

This is a hybrid work opportunity, with teams operating from the Washington, DC office (L and 15th St. NW) at least 4 days per week. State Affairs offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a meaningful equity position.

The annual salary range for this role is $122,000 to $142,000, based on experience and qualifications. Final salary and level will be determined accordingly. Benefits may vary depending on employment specifics.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

State Affairs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. Contact us at jobs@stateaffairs.com for assistance.

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