--- title: 'Talent Acquisition Specialist at APPLY' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/talent-acquisition-specialist-apply-santiago-j176spwbfj52' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Talent Acquisition Specialist at APPLY - **Company:** APPLY - **Location:** Santiago, Chile - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-08-19 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/applydigital/3393a554-944d-4c98-9cb9-30e9fa2fbd3c ## Job description ## ABOUT APPLY APPLY is the Agentic Customer Experience (ACx) partner for the world's most ambitious consumer and entertainment brands. We bring together deep domain expertise across Retail, CPG, Sports, and Media with AI-native delivery capability, designing and delivering agentic solutions that turn CX vision into commercial reality. We are the partner of choice for brands like Arc'teryx, NFL, Lululemon, and Kraft Heinz. For more information, visit applydigital.com. LOCATION: APPLY is hybrid/remote-friendly. The preferred candidate should be based in Latin America, preferably working in hours that align to ET (Eastern Timezone) or PT (Pacific Timezone). Candidates located in Santiago, Chile are able to work out of our Santiago office as remote/hybrid employees. Candidates located outside of Santiago, Chile will be fully remote employees. ## THE ROLE: As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll play a critical role in identifying and engaging top-tier talent to support our continued growth. Reporting into the Talent Acquisition team, you will be responsible for sourcing candidates, building talent pipelines, and collaborating with hiring managers to fulfill staffing needs across the organization globally. You will help build high-performing teams while providing an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. ## RESPONSIBILITIES: Recruiting ● Utilize various sourcing methods to identify potential candidates and proactively source candidates for technical positions, with a focus on quality and diversity globally ● Provide great candidate experience and clearly articulate candidates' skills and experience to hiring managers Pipeline Building ● Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future job openings across all areas of APPLY ● Regularly update candidate pipelines and track progress using our applicant tracking system (ATS) ● Utilize various sourcing methods to identify potential candidates Collaboration ● Ability to support and collaborate across global regions, including North America, LATAM, and EMEA, with flexibility to accommodate varying time zones as needed. ● Partner closely with the talent team and hiring managers to understand the specific requirements for each ## role ● Provide regular updates on candidate pipelines and collaborate on strategies to attract top talent ● Work as an internal consultant and provide market insights to hiring managers, bringing broader business and organizational goals into the context of recruitment Candidate Management ● Initiate and maintain contact with potential candidates through various channels, ensuring a positive candidate experience ● Effectively communicate the company's values, culture, and opportunities to potential candidates ● Provide clear, transparent, and timely communication — offering personal interaction and constructive feedback throughout the process Market Research Stay informed about industry trends, talent pools, and competitor activities to provide valuable insights for talent acquisition strategies ● Conduct market research to identify potential areas for talent acquisition and recruitment improvements ## REQUIREMENTS: ● 4+ years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist in the technology, professional services, or consulting space ● Strong understanding of technology and IT roles, including software development, engineering, data science, and related fields ● Familiarity with sourcing tools, social media platforms, and job boards such as Lever and Get On Board ● Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills ● Experience with AI-powered platforms including Claude, with ability to integrate them into day-to-day recruitment workflows ● Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment ● High attention to detail and organizational skills ● Strong business acumen to help bring broader business and organizational goals into context as it relates to recruitment ## Nice to Have ● Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field ● Experience with market research related to talent acquisition ● Experience working in a global recruitment environment ## LIFE AT APPLY People are at the core of everything we do at APPLY. We provide you with modern tools, systems and approaches, value your time, safety, and health, and strive to build a work community where you can thrive and grow. Here are a few benefits we offer to support you: Agentic Delivery: Our people work in a modern way to deliver client outcomes. Broaden your skills on a range of engagements with international brands that have a global impact. An inclusive and safe environment: We’re truly committed to building a culture where you are celebrated and everyone feels welcome and safe. AI & Strategic Upskilling: Accelerate your professional growth with generous training budgets and mentorship, with a specific focus on Agentic AI expertise and the critical human skills required for the future of work. Generous vacation policy: Work-life balance is key to our team’s success, so we offer ample time away from work to promote overall well-being. Customizable benefits: Tailor your extended health and dental plan to your needs, priorities, and preferences. Flexible work arrangements: We work in a variety of ways, from remote, to in-office, to a blend of both. APPLY is a safe, respectful, and inclusive community where differences are celebrated. We are committed to equal opportunity and fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. Learn more in our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) section. For recruitment accommodations, please email careers@applydigital.com. ## About APPLY ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: APPLY is an agentic customer experience agency that helps brands deliver continuous, contextual, and personal experiences using Google Cloud’s AI and data platform. - **Entity Type**: Private (no disclosed funding rounds; appears bootstrapped or self-funded) - **Headquarters**: Toronto, Canada (inferred from multiple job listings and office locations) - **Founded**: Not publicly available - **Founders**: Not publicly available (Dr. Ali Alkhafaji serves as CEO; no founder information disclosed) ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Digital agency / consulting, specializing in customer experience (CX), marketing, commerce, and data. - **Target customers**: B2B – enterprise brands in sports, media, CPG, and retail. - **Mission or purpose**: “Achieve human depth at agentic scale for the world’s most ambitious brands” – applying agentic intelligence across the entire experience ecosystem. ## Products & Services - **Agentic Customer Experience (ACx)**: End-to-end strategy, experience design, and delivery powered by Google Cloud (Gemini, BigQuery, Agent Platform). Includes predefined solutions for content, commerce, and data that are customizable and fast to deploy. - **Consulting & Strategy**: Deep industry expertise in sports, media, CPG, and retail; connecting cross-industry insights to unlock opportunities. - **Technology Implementation**: Google Cloud Premier Partner services, including integration of AI, data analytics, and marketing automation. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric**: 650+ specialists, 9 global locations, 1,000+ projects delivered (as of 2025) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Google Cloud (Premier Partner); extended partnerships across content, marketing, commerce, and data platforms. - **Growth Signals**: Recent focus on “agentic” capabilities; growing team (multiple open roles listed); expanding into remote and hybrid work globally. ## Competitive Advantages - **Agentic focus**: Early mover in “Agentic Customer Experience” (ACx), combining AI agents with human strategy. - **Google Cloud depth**: Premier Partner status provides deep access to Gemini, BigQuery, and Agent Platform. - **Industry specialization**: Proven track record in sports, media, CPG, and retail with 1,000+ delivered projects. - **Human + AI blend**: Emphasizes “human depth at agentic scale” – not just technology but also craft and strategy. ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities**: Scaling agentic solutions across content, commerce, and data; expanding partnerships; hiring for key technical and leadership roles (Principal Agentic Engineer, Tech Lead, Product Design Lead). - **Direction for growth**: Continue leading the agentic CX space, deepening Google Cloud integration, and entering new verticals. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: Collaborative, driven, inclusive environment with a focus on continuous growth. Diversity celebrated and everyone is encouraged to “come as you are.” - **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Flexible – “a variety of ways, from remote to in-office, to a blend of both.” Some roles are fully remote (e.g., Senior Director, Business Development) while others are hybrid (e.g., Partner Lead in Santiago). - **Notable perks**: Generous training budgets (partner tech certifications, workshops, mentorship), customizable health/dental plans, generous vacation policy, and work-life balance emphasis. - **Engineering culture**: Sharp minds working on meaningful projects with global brands; exposure to cutting-edge Google Cloud AI tools. ## Sources 1. [applydigital.com/careers](https://www.applydigital.com/careers/) 2. [applydigital.com/about-us](https://www.applydigital.com/about-us/) 3. [applydigital.com](https://www.applydigital.com/) 4. [jobs.lever.co/applydigital](https://jobs.lever.co/applydigital) 5. 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