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Freelance Performance Marketer (B2B SaaS / AI Hiring)

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Job Description

About Us

We are a specialized talent partner helping AI-native startups and SaaS companies build high-impact engineering, product, and design teams. Our focus is on precision hiring — combining deep technical understanding with fast, high-signal recruitment processes.

We've supported 86+ AI & SaaS startups globally, with a strong track record in placing ML engineers, product leaders, and technical talent that directly impact product velocity and growth.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Freelance Performance Marketer to drive qualified lead generation and client acquisition through data-driven marketing strategies.

This role is ideal for someone who understands B2B SaaS, AI ecosystem, and high-ticket service marketing, and can build and optimize performance funnels end-to-end.

You will be responsible for generating high-intent leads from founders, hiring managers, and leadership teams at AI-first companies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Performance Marketing Strategy

  • Develop and execute paid acquisition strategies across:
  • LinkedIn Ads (primary)
  • Google Ads (Search & Display)
  • Retargeting campaigns
  • Identify high-value ICP segments (AI startups, SaaS founders, CTOs, etc.)
  • Build funnel strategies aligned with long sales cycles and high-ticket services

2. Campaign Execution & Optimization

  • Launch, manage, and continuously optimize campaigns for:
  • Lead quality (not just volume)
  • Cost per qualified lead (CPL)
  • Conversion to booked calls
  • A/B test creatives, messaging, and landing pages
  • Optimize targeting, bidding, and funnel performance

3. Funnel & Conversion Optimization

  • Work with internal team to improve:
  • Landing pages
  • Lead magnets (if needed)
  • Conversion flows (forms, CTAs, booking flows)
  • Implement retargeting and nurture flows

4. Analytics & Reporting

  • Track and report on:
  • CAC, CPL, ROAS
  • Funnel conversion rates
  • Channel performance
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations

5. Messaging & Positioning Alignment

  • Translate our value proposition into high-performing ad creatives
  • Align campaigns with our positioning:
  • AI-first hiring expertise
  • Speed + precision
  • High-signal candidate evaluation

Requirements

Must-Have

  • Proven experience in B2B performance marketing
  • Strong expertise in LinkedIn Ads
  • Experience managing budgets and optimizing for lead quality
  • Understanding of long sales cycles and high-ticket funnels
  • Hands-on experience with analytics tools (Google Analytics, ad dashboards, etc.)

Good to Have

  • Experience marketing to AI startups / tech founders
  • Familiarity with recruitment, hiring, or talent services
  • Experience with CRM and lead tracking tools
  • Copywriting skills for ads and landing pages

Success Metrics

  • Number of qualified leads generated
  • Cost per qualified lead (CPL)
  • Conversion rate to discovery calls
  • Pipeline contribution (revenue impact)

Engagement Details

  • Freelance / Contract role
  • Remote
  • Flexible working hours

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  • Channels you've managed (LinkedIn, Google, etc.)
  • Examples of B2B lead gen campaigns
  • Brief approach on how you would generate leads for an AI hiring firm like ours

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Job ID: 148916139