Recruiter & HR Generalist

Rational 360 • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

About Rational 360 Rational 360 is a full-service strategic communications and digital company that helps organizations win in high-stakes public affairs, corporate communications, and reputation management. We combine data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and cutting-edge technology to deliver results for clients across industries. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven by impact. Position Overview Rational 360 is seeking an experienced In-House Recruiter & HR Generalist to join our growing team. This hybrid role blends full-cycle recruiting with hands-on HR operations and employee support. The ideal candidate is a proactive people-partner who thrives in a fast-moving professional services environment and enjoys building scalable processes while maintaining a strong employee experience.

Requirements

• 6–10 years of experience in recruiting and human resources, preferably in a consulting, agency, or professional services environment
• Proven experience managing full-cycle recruiting for multiple roles simultaneously
• Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth setting
• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for a wide range of roles, including communications, digital, data, creative, operations/finance positions, and senior roles.
• Partner with leadership to understand hiring needs, workforce planning, and role requirements
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies using job boards, referrals, networking, and direct outreach
• Develop a stronger and cohesive hiring process experience for the Company
• Screen, interview, and coordinate candidates through the hiring process
• Maintain and improve employer branding and candidate experience
• Able to work as the sole in-house recruiter for the Company
• Serve as a day-to-day HR resource for employees and managers
• Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
• Assist with performance management, employee relations, and internal policies
• Help with compliance and HR documentation
• Contribute to culture initiatives, training, and employee engagement efforts
• Maintain accurate HR and recruiting records and systems
• Identify opportunities to streamline recruiting and HR workflows
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and best practices

Benefits

• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Opportunity to shape recruiting and HR practices at a rapidly growing Company
• Exposure to high-impact work across public affairs, communications, and digital
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Hybrid work model with flexibility- this role will be required to adhere to our hybrid work policy which requires employees to work in-person from our HQ located in downtown DC on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
• Rational 360 is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed