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 Originally posted on Himalayas