Marketing Leader
Company Overview
Dover is building the marketplace for startup experts.
We connect high-growth startups with experienced operators across marketing, recruiting, HR, legal, and more. These are leaders who know what great looks like and deliver real business outcomes. Experts are trusted business partners who work directly with founders to build and scale companies.
As AI transforms how work gets done, the need for experienced operators who can drive execution, exercise judgment, and own outcomes has never been greater. Dover enables these experts to plug into the most ambitious startups exactly when they’re needed most.
Dover isn’t an agency, a firm. or a consultancy. Dover is a marketplace where startups and expert operators meet, collaborate, and build lasting working relationships.
Startups come to Dover to find and partner with exceptional operators through our marketplace.
Since Dover launched the marketplace in mid-2024, it has grown to support over 300 of the strongest early-stage tech companies in the world.
About the role
As a Marketing Leader, you will serve as a trusted partner to early-stage startups, helping them define, execute, and scale their go-to-market strategy.
You will operate on Dover’s marketplace as a fractional marketing leader, working directly with founders and leadership teams to drive growth. This includes everything from positioning and messaging to demand generation, product marketing, and growth strategy.
Marketing Leaders on Dover focus on high-impact strategy and execution, while collaborating with other experts on the platform (e.g., recruiting, HR, legal, finance) to support the broader needs of their customers.
You have the flexibility to use your own tools, partner with preferred firms or vendors, or work within a company’s existing systems.
Marketing Leaders start as independent contractors on the platform and have the option to build long-term relationships with companies.
What you'll do
Partner with founders and leadership teams to define and execute go-to-market strategy
Develop positioning, messaging, and brand strategy
Design and run growth and demand generation programs across channels
Lead product marketing, including launches, customer insights, and market segmentation
Establish and optimize marketing infrastructure, analytics, and performance tracking
Identify and prioritize highest-impact growth opportunities
Collaborate with other Dover experts (e.g., recruiting, HR, finance) to support company building
Build strong, trusted relationships with founders and operators
What we're seeking
5–15+ years of marketing experience, with a focus on startups or high-growth companies
Experience owning or leading marketing (e.g., Head of Marketing, VP Marketing, or first marketing hire)
Strong experience across core areas: positioning, growth, demand generation, and product marketing
Experience working closely with founders and executive teams
Track record of driving measurable growth
Clear, structured thinker with strong judgment and prioritization skills
Comfortable operating independently and managing multiple customer relationships
Ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution
Recruiting Partner
About the company
Dover is transforming the way companies hire by connecting them with expert Recruiting Partners through our Recruiter Marketplace. Startups and growing companies come to Dover's marketplace to find amazing recruiters to partner with them.
Dover isn't a recruiting agency, nor is it an RPO, it's a recruiting marketplace where companies and recruiters match with one another and decide to work together. Here's more about how Dover's marketplace is a win-win for recruiters and companies alike.
All of the Recruiting Partners on the marketplace are seasoned professionals with a proven track record at fast-growing startups, each bringing specialized expertise across the full recruitment cycle. Recruiting Partners build lasting relationships with companies and embrace the volatility of early-stage hiring.
Since Dover launched the recruiting marketplace in mid-2024, it has grown to support over 200 of the strongest early-stage tech companies in the world.
About the role
As a Recruiting Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of recruiting by being a trusted advisor for early-stage startups. You will operate on Dover's Fractional Recruiting Marketplace, focusing on strategy and relationship-building while working with other Recruiting Partners and Associate Recruiters to fulfill the needs of your customers. You'll also have the opportunity to build out your team and manage Associate Recruiters. Your expertise will be crucial in delivering tailored solutions that align with your customers' business goals.
Recruiting Partners have the option to use Dover's free suite of tools, bring their own, or work within a company’s existing setup. This flexibility is a major advantage for both recruiters and companies, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring experience.
Recruiting Partners start as independent contractors and have the option to join full-time.
What you'll do
Collaborate with your customers to identify their recruiting needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
Partner with other Recruiting Partners and Associate Recruiters.
Onboard new customers and set them up for success by understanding their unique needs and providing tailored recruiting solutions.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers to understand their business and hiring objectives.
Guide your customers through the recruitment process, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
Stay abreast of recruiting trends and best practices to provide informed recommendations to your customers.
What we're seeking
8+ years of recruiting experience.
Experience as a Head of Talent or a solo recruiter at a company. If you don't have this experience, please apply for the Associate Recruiter position.
A proven track record in recruiting or talent acquisition.
Self-starters who are comfortable networking with founders and recruiters.
Experience working with startups.
A deep understanding of recruitment processes.
The ability to thrive with a high level of autonomy and responsibility.
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