Toptal

English Screener

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About the role

Headquarters: Remote
URL: https://www.toptal.com/

Job Description

Summary:
Toptal is an exclusive network of the top freelance software developers, designers, finance experts, product managers, and project managers in the world. Top companies hire Toptal freelancers for their most important projects.

We’re currently looking for a new member of our English Screening Team. In this hourly, remote engagement, you will serve as one of the first points of contact for applicants entering the Toptal network. Your ability to communicate clearly, assess candidates effectively, and create a positive experience will play a key role in maintaining Toptal’s high talent bar.

Responsibilities:

Conduct English screening assessments through live interviews and recorded video submissions, evaluating candidates’ English proficiency, professionalism, as well as their overall fit for the Toptal network

Provide notes and documentation after each interview

Guide candidates through the screening process and ensure a smooth and positive experience

Collaborate with the team to ensure alignment on screening standards and processes

Contribute to continuous improvement of screening workflows and candidate experience

What to Expect:

Engage with candidates from diverse professional backgrounds (developers, designers, finance experts, etc.)

Represent Toptal as a first touchpoint, ensuring a strong and professional brand impression

Work in a fast-paced, fully remote environment with a focus on efficiency and quality

Handle multiple screenings per day while maintaining high evaluation standards

Work under an hourly engagement structure

Workload may vary, but you can generally expect up to 8 hours of work per day depending on team needs and your availability

Requirements:

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills

Experience conducting interviews or candidate assessments is preferred

Comfortable handling video calls and engaging with global candidates

Highly organized with strong time management skills

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Comfortable using tools such as Slack and other collaboration platforms

Experience in remote work environments is a plus

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in recruitment, HR, BPO, or talent operations

Experience working with international candidates

Familiarity with screening or evaluation frameworks

 

Availability:

Ability to commit to a consistent schedule 

Flexibility to cover key time zones (APAC, EU and US time zones)

Availability to support an hourly engagement model, with capacity to work up to 8 hours per day as needed

 

To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/toptal-english-screener-1

Interview prep

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the English Screener role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Toptal?
  3. Which of Finance, Human Resources and Operations have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Finance, Human Resources and Operations.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the English Screener role because I can bring practical experience in Finance, Human Resources and Operations, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Toptal needs from this hire.

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