[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)Open role[![Toptal logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/08/346ce7fb-221.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/toptal.md)Remote opportunity at[Toptal](https://jobicy.com/company/toptal.md) # Marketing Screening Team Lead Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/toptal.md)Share31 Aug 2026Published30Listing views1Application actions30 Sep 2026Apply before Opportunity details ## About this role. AI SummaryToptal is seeking a Marketing Screening Team Lead to manage its Digital Marketing Screening team and maintain the quality of marketing talent entering its platform. The role combines people leadership, screening-process design, capacity planning, quality assurance, documentation, and performance analytics. This leader will hire and coach screeners, resolve escalations, partner with cross-functional teams, and improve screening workflows across new and existing marketing specializations. Success requires 3–5+ years of operational management experience, marketing-generalist expertise, strong stakeholder communication, and a high degree of ownership in a remote environment. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 5/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 5/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe position owns a business-critical talent-quality function while balancing people management, operational metrics, process change, and cross-functional stakeholder needs. Its fast-moving remote environment and expectation to independently identify and solve operational risks make it a demanding leadership role. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job medianMarket rate$112,000US market range$95k–$130k0$143k AI insightNo salary range is provided in the posting; these are estimated annual US-market figures in USD for a mid-level recruiting/talent-operations team lead with digital marketing domain expertise. Actual compensation may vary materially by candidate location, employment arrangement, scope of team ownership, and Toptal’s compensation practices. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Talent screening](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Talent%20screening.md)[Recruiting operations](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Recruiting%20operations.md)[People leadership](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=People%20leadership.md)[Digital marketing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Digital%20marketing.md)[Process improvement](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Process%20improvement.md)[Capacity planning](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Capacity%20planning.md)[Performance analytics](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Performance%20analytics.md)[Quality assurance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Quality%20assurance.md)[Stakeholder management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Stakeholder%20management.md)[Documentation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Documentation.md) Sample interview questionsHow would you use screening metrics to improve both talent quality and activation speed?I would establish a baseline across passing rates, time in each screening stage, reviewer agreement, candidate drop-off, rework, and post-activation quality signals. I would segment the data by specialization and screening path, identify bottlenecks or inconsistent decisions, then test targeted changes such as clearer rubrics, calibrated exercises, or screener coaching. I would monitor results against predefined quality and speed guardrails before scaling a change. Describe how you would manage inconsistent screening decisions across multiple screeners. I would first audit a representative sample of decisions to identify whether inconsistency comes from unclear criteria, insufficient training, or execution gaps. I would run calibration sessions using shared candidate cases, update scorecards and decision examples, and provide focused coaching where needed. Ongoing QA sampling and reviewer-agreement reporting would confirm that the standards are being applied consistently. How would you plan screening capacity for a new digital marketing specialization? I would partner with the vertical lead and demand stakeholders to estimate applicant volume, expected pass-through rates, service-level targets, and the complexity of each screening stage. From there, I would model required reviewer hours, account for training and ramp time, and determine whether to hire, redeploy, or temporarily adjust workflows. I would review forecasts frequently after launch and make capacity decisions using actual volume and cycle-time data. Tell us about a time you introduced an operational process improvement in a changing environment. In a strong example, I would explain the operational problem with baseline data, gather input from affected teams, and pilot a simplified process or automation rather than making an untested broad change. I would communicate the rationale and expected impact clearly, track adoption and outcomes, and refine the approach based on feedback. This demonstrates change management, analytical judgment, and accountability for measurable results. How would you handle a talent dispute or escalation involving a screening outcome? I would acknowledge the concern promptly, review the decision against documented criteria and available evidence, and ensure the candidate received a fair and consistent evaluation. If a process or reviewer error occurred, I would correct it and identify the preventive action needed, such as rubric clarification or additional calibration. I would communicate the outcome professionally while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of the screening process. ### About Toptal Toptal is a global network of top talent in business, design, and technology that enables companies to scale their teams, on-demand. With $200+ million in annual revenue and team members based around the globe, Toptal is the [world’s largest fully remote workforce](https://www.toptal.com/remote-work-playbook). We take the best elements of virtual teams and combine them with a support structure that encourages innovation, social interaction, and fun. We see no borders, move at a fast pace, and are never afraid to break the mold. ### Job Summary As a Screening Team Lead, you will be a valuable member of the Toptal Talent Screening team, managing the Digital Marketing Screening team. In addition to managing Screeners, you will plan and execute new screening initiatives, analyze team and Screener metrics, and work with multiple internal teams within Toptal, as well as with other Screening Team Leads in order to implement new requirements that will help us better evaluate Toptal talent. You will be responsible for the performance of screening steps, which includes monitoring performance of current paths, maintaining and updating the screening exercises, supporting new specializations setup and screening capacity planning, hiring and coaching Screeners. Ultimately, you will own the overall quality of talent entering the platform in the Digital Marketing vertical. In addition, you will maintain clear documentation of all Digital Marketing screening policies, processes, and content, in compliance with cross-vertical standards. We’re looking for a person with outstanding management, communication, organization, and analytical skills. This is a remote position. We do not offer visa sponsorship or assistance. Resumes and communication must be submitted in English. ### Responsibilities: The following information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or required skills. * Leading and managing the Screening team to achieve performance metrics and quality targets. * Minimizing team turnover and maximizing team member satisfaction. * Optimizing team structure to support changes in supply, growth strategy, and capacity planning. * Managing internal team projects. * Planning, creating, and releasing new team initiatives and process updates. * Working with vertical subject matter experts to optimize tasks and screening step content. * Supporting Vertical Lead in vertical initiatives. * Supporting the Manager of Business Screening and QA Manager in establishing a customer-centric approach for Digital Marketing screening and ensuring compliance with the new standards. * Serving as an escalation point for talent disputes while also monitoring, investigating, and remedying issues as they arise. * Leading the build-out of new talent specializations, including hiring the screeners needed to support them. * Creating, managing, and maintaining documentation that supports screening processes and procedures while complying with cross-vertical standards. * Providing guidance and feedback to analytics teams to improve reporting across Digital Marketing Screening. * Monitoring talent screening passing rates, activation speed, and other key metrics. * Supporting the QA team in evaluating screener performance during interviews and other interactions with talent. ### In the first week, expect to: * Complete onboarding and become familiar with the Talent Screening team, systems, tools, and operational workflows. * Meet key stakeholders to understand business priorities and the Screening team’s objectives. * Shadow core screening operations and cross-functional workflows to understand how screening supports the talent lifecycle. ### In the first month, expect to: * Develop a solid understanding of the end-to-end talent journey, from application through activation. * Learn the different screening models, processes, and operational workflows, including standard, expedited, and custom screening paths. * Build effective working relationships with cross-functional partners and begin supporting day-to-day operational activities. ### In the first three months, expect to: * Independently manage assigned operational workflows and coordinate cross-functional initiatives with minimal guidance. * Monitor screening performance, operational health, and key metrics, proactively identifying risks and improvement opportunities. * Take ownership of an assigned screening area, ensuring operational readiness, accurate reporting, and effective stakeholder communication. ### In the first six months, expect to: * Serve as the operational owner for assigned screening paths or service areas, driving continuous improvements and supporting new screening initiatives. * Introduce process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, or scalability. * Become a trusted partner to cross-functional stakeholders, confidently making operational decisions within your scope and escalating when appropriate. * Provide data-driven recommendations that improve screening performance and talent activation, while exercising discrete judgment. ### In the first year, expect to: * Be recognized as a trusted operational expert within the Screening Operations team. * Help shape new screening processes, operational standards, and scalable ways of working. * Drive meaningful operational improvements through collaboration, data insights, and continuous process optimization. * Contribute to a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. ### Qualifications and Job Requirements: * Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is required. * 3-5+ years of experience in operational management (managing projects, teams, business workflows). * Experience working as a Marketing Generalist is required. * Excellent analytical skills. * Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Good communication is at the core of everything we do, and you must be a strong communicator able to work with a wide range of stakeholders from senior executives to individual contributors. * Excellent organization skills and detail-oriented. You are hyper-organized, know how to work efficiently, and prioritize execution. * Outstanding team leadership and mentoring skills * Resourceful. You should be a self-starter who thrives on the freedom and accountability that comes with managing your own workflow. * Adaptable. Comfortable managing changing priorities, learning new skills, and building consensus across varied stakeholder groups. * Ownership. You are a dependable team member who takes responsibility for your success as well as the success of the entire team. * Quality. You take pride in everything you deliver as a reflection of yourself. * You must be a world-class individual contributor to thrive at Toptal. ### Compensation ### Additional Information Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152186-marketing-screening-team-lead.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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