Recruitment Assistant – Short-Term Contract (US recruitment experience is requir

This is initially a month-to-month contract for 1–3 months, depending on the company’s hiring needs and progress in filling the current openings. While the initial engagement is temporary, there may be an opportunity for a longer-term position for a candidate who demonstrates exceptional performance and becomes a strong fit for the team.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

- Source qualified candidates through Indeed and various online job boards and recruitment platforms.

- Search for candidates based on the requirements and qualifications provided by the client.

- Review candidate profiles, resumes, and applications to identify potential matches.

- Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current openings.

- Proactively identify candidates rather than relying solely on incoming applications.

- Conduct initial screening of applicants based on job requirements and client criteria.

- Review resumes and candidate backgrounds for relevant experience and qualifications.

- Conduct preliminary phone or video interviews when required.

- Ask appropriate screening questions and document candidate responses.

- Identify qualified candidates for the client’s review and next stage of the hiring process.

- Work directly with the client to understand hiring priorities, role requirements, and candidate preferences.

- Coordinate interviews between qualified candidates and the client.

- Follow up with candidates regarding interview schedules, availability, and next steps.

- Maintain accurate records of candidate status throughout the recruitment process.

- Keep the client updated on sourcing activity, candidate pipeline, and recruitment progress.

- Manage and monitor job postings across Indeed and other applicable recruitment platforms.

- Review incoming applications and organize candidates according to the appropriate role or hiring stage.

- Assist with updating job postings and sourcing strategies as needed.

- Utilize different search methods and recruitment platforms to expand the candidate pool when necessary.

- Maintain organized candidate records, resumes, screening notes, and interview schedules.

- Track candidate progress from initial sourcing through interview and hiring.

- Prepare recruitment reports or updates as requested.

- Perform other recruitment-related administrative tasks to support the client's hiring efforts.

Hard Requirements:

- Previous experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, recruitment coordination, or sourcing.

- Hands-on experience sourcing candidates through Indeed and/or other online job platforms.

- Experience reviewing resumes and screening candidates.

- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

- Strong organizational and time-management skills.

- Ability to manage multiple open positions and candidate pipelines simultaneously.

- Comfortable communicating directly with clients or hiring managers.

- Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.

- Proactive approach to candidate sourcing and follow-up.

- Ability to work independently and meet recruitment targets and deadlines.

Schedule:

HOURS/WEEK:

- 40 Hours/Week

- Monday-Friday 9:00AM-6:00PM EST

Offer and Benefits:

- Weeks 1–8: $5 USD/hour

- Weeks 9 onwards: $6 USD/hour

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