Job Description
Are you a driven recent graduate or a career switcher looking to launch your career in Talent Acquisition?
Apex Talent Solutions is seeking a Junior Technical Recruiter to join our fast-paced team in New Orleans. We are looking for passionate individuals who want to make an immediate impact and help us connect top-tier talent with industry-leading tech companies. We welcome students and recent graduates who are eager to learn and grow in a high-conversion environment.
As a Junior Technical Recruiter, you will be the face of our brand, responsible for sourcing, screening, and securing the best candidates for our technical roles. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and build a talent pipeline that drives our business forward. This is a unique opportunity for immediate hire with a clear path to advancement.
Responsibilities
- Sourcing & Sourcing Strategy: Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and social media platforms to identify and engage passive candidates for technical positions.
- Screening & Interviewing: Conduct comprehensive phone screens and virtual interviews to assess candidate skills, cultural fit, and salary expectations.
- Candidate Management: Manage the full candidate lifecycle in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring a seamless and positive experience for every applicant.
- Pipeline Building: Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates to ensure our hiring managers never miss a deadline.
- Market Intelligence: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, salary benchmarks, and talent acquisition best practices to provide strategic insights to the team.
- Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and create compelling job descriptions.
- Event Participation: Represent Apex Talent Solutions at local career fairs and networking events to build brand awareness.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Experience: 0-2 years of experience in recruiting, sales, or customer service is preferred; however, students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite and experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse, Lever, or Workday.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a persuasive and professional demeanor.
- Drive: A high level of motivation, resilience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
- Networking: Strong networking skills and the ability to build rapport quickly with diverse groups of people.