Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner

Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default

Proton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right. Since then, we’ve built the world’s largest encrypted email service (Proton Mail) and expanded into Proton VPN, Proton Drive, Proton Pass, and Proton Calendar—tools used by millions globally to protect their freedom, fight censorship, and keep their data safe. In some situations, Proton has literally helped save lives.

We are profitable, independent (no VC control), and selectively hire from the top ~1% of applicants. Our 500+ team members across 50+ countries come from leading organizations and elite academic backgrounds. We move fast, keep hierarchy light, and prioritize impact over optics. If you want to do meaningful work with exceptionally high-caliber people, this is it. Join us and do work you can truly be proud of.Check ouropen-sourceprojectshere!

Purpose of the role:

We’re looking for a Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner to join our Zurich or Geneva office and help us raise the bar even higher. This is not an “order-taking” recruiter role. You will operate with high autonomy, navigate ambiguity, challenge assumptions, and hunt down truly exceptional product and engineering talent across Europe.

You will own the full recruiting lifecycle for technical roles, build relationships with hiring managers, use data to drive action, and represent Proton in the market. You will also contribute locally to People & Culture initiatives to strengthen our community.

What you will do:

• Own full-cycle technical hiring across Europe—from sourcing to close

• Build and maintain high-quality pipelines (no “maybes” clogging the funnel)

• Proactively source and convert passive talent; inbound is not enough

• Act as a true partner to hiring managers: advise, challenge, influence

• Use data & metrics to diagnose issues and drive decisions; no storytelling without facts

• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience—transparent, respectful, efficient

• Identify process gaps and fix them without waiting to be told

• Contribute to employer brand efforts: events, content, partnerships

• Participate in cross-functional People & Culture initiatives in Paris

• Share knowledge, mentor teammates, and support smooth handovers

Job requirements

• 5+ years of recruiting experience in international environments

• Proven track record hunting + closing strong passive candidates

• You can run a full cycle autonomously across time zones and async

• Strong communication + negotiation skills; you’re direct and persuasive

• Data-driven mindset; you lean on facts, not vibes

• Ability to thrive in fast, changing environments

• Experience representing your company externally (meetups, job fairs, social media)

• Fluent English, written and spoken
  
  

What we offer:

• Office First: Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, which is why we have offices in Geneva, Zurich, Prague, Barcelona, Paris, London, Vilnius, Skopje, and Taipei. You can also enjoy working from home up to 30% of the time, while enjoying great company during our three core days in the office. Depending on the role, fully remote positions may also be available.
• Technology: We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role, ensuring you have the best tools at your disposal to achieve your goals.
• Food: Lunch and snacks are provided by Proton every day at our offices.
• Transport: We will always support our employees with transport costs through subsidizing public transport, bike allowances, or parking spaces based on your office location.
• Stock Options: At Proton, we are all owners of the company and you can choose to get stock options when you join us.
• Flexible Working: You can define your own working hours as long as it works with team meetings.
• Learning and Development: We are committed to your professional growth. Proton offers various learning opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events, and continual learning.
• Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, generous vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs.
• Work that Matters: Proton is a community-first organization, started with the support of a crowdfunding campaign and built with community input. To this day, Proton’s only source of revenue is user subscriptions. Over 100 million people trust and support Proton, and we put our users and community first in everything we do. Read more about our impact here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.

If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.

Candidate Privacy Notice

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If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at [email protected].

Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton.

To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page.