Associate Recruiter

We are sharing a specialised full-time recruitment opportunity for experienced Associate Recruiters with strong expertise in candidate sourcing, headhunting, talent acquisition, recruitment pipeline management, and stakeholder communication to support hiring initiatives within a fast-paced technology environment. Key Responsibilities - Talent Sourcing & Candidate Engagement - Identify and source qualified candidates through headhunting, professional networks, digital platforms, and targeted outreach - Develop effective sourcing strategies tailored to specific hiring requirements and talent profiles - Engage prospective candidates through professional communication and relationship-building activities - Build and maintain talent pipelines supporting current and anticipated recruitment needs - Adapt sourcing approaches to changing hiring priorities and evolving talent market conditions - Recruitment Pipeline & Candidate Management - Manage recruitment activities across candidate identification, initial outreach, screening coordination, and onboarding stages - Maintain accurate candidate records, recruitment statuses, and activity updates within applicant tracking systems - Coordinate candidate communications and recruitment follow-up activities throughout the hiring process - Monitor pipeline development and identify opportunities to improve recruitment efficiency and candidate engagement - Support a consistent and professional candidate experience through clear communication and organised recruitment workflows - Hiring Manager & Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with hiring managers and relevant stakeholders to understand recruitment requirements and hiring priorities - Provide practical insights on talent availability, sourcing strategies, and candidate market conditions - Communicate recruitment progress, pipeline developments, and candidate engagement updates - Support alignment between hiring requirements, candidate qualifications, and recruitment activities - Develop effective working relationships with internal stakeholders to support timely and informed hiring decisions - Recruitment Analytics & Operational Execution - Track relevant recruitment metrics, sourcing activities, and pipeline performance using applicant tracking and reporting tools - Maintain accurate recruitment documentation and structured candidate information - Evaluate sourcing effectiveness and recommend improvements to recruitment processes - Independently manage priorities, schedules, and deliverables within a remote working environment - Apply organised, results-oriented recruitment practices to support hiring operations in a fast-moving startup environment - San Francisco Talent Market & Employer Engagement - Participate in San Francisco-based career fairs, recruiting events, and relevant industry networking activities approximately every 1–2 weeks - Represent the hiring organisation professionally during in-person candidate engagement activities - Build relationships with prospective candidates and relevant contacts within the local technology ecosystem - Apply knowledge of the San Francisco talent market to identify sourcing opportunities and strengthen recruitment pipelines - Contribute to employer visibility and candidate engagement through professional participation in local recruitment events Ideal Profile - 2–3 years of professional experience in headhunting, recruitment, or talent acquisition - Experience recruiting within startup, technology, or fast-growing business environments is preferred - Strong understanding of candidate sourcing techniques, recruitment pipeline management, and talent acquisition best practices - Demonstrated ability to identify, approach, and engage qualified professionals through targeted sourcing - Experience managing candidate relationships throughout multiple stages of the recruitment process - Familiarity with digital sourcing platforms, professional networking tools, and recruitment databases - Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple recruitment activities simultaneously - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including candidate engagement and stakeholder reporting - Demonstrated ability to work independently and maintain accountability in a remote working environment - Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders - Based in San Francisco, with availability to attend in-person career fairs and recruiting events approximately every 1–2 weeks - Strong familiarity with the San Francisco talent market, local recruiting channels, and relevant professional networks - Experience recruiting for high-growth startups or rapidly scaling technology organisations is advantageous - Established professional connections within the San Francisco technology ecosystem are highly valued - Familiarity with modern applicant tracking systems and recruitment analytics tools is preferred - Experience maintaining accurate candidate records, recruitment dashboards, and hiring progress reports - Adaptability to evolving recruitment priorities and changing business requirements - Strong attention to detail, independent problem-solving capabilities, and commitment to professional candidate communication - Ability to contribute effectively to both remote recruitment operations and recurring in-person talent engagement activities Engagement Details - Engagement Type: Full-time - Work Arrangement: Primarily remote — San Francisco-based - Compensation: $40–$65/hour 1 available opening - Location Requirement: Candidates must be based in San Francisco and available for recurring local recruitment events - In-Person Commitment: Attendance at San Francisco career fairs and industry events approximately every 1–2 weeks - Experience Requirement: 2–3 years of professional recruitment or headhunting experience - Specialised talent acquisition role spanning candidate sourcing, recruitment pipeline management, stakeholder engagement, and recruitment operations - Technical Focus: Headhunting, applicant tracking systems, digital sourcing platforms, candidate relationship management, and recruitment reporting - Responsibilities will involve identifying candidates, managing recruitment workflows, coordinating stakeholder communication, and supporting onboarding activities - Professionals will independently manage day-to-day recruitment activities while collaborating with hiring teams - Experience in startup recruitment, technology hiring, and the San Francisco talent ecosystem is particularly relevant - The role combines remote recruitment operations with regular in-person networking and talent engagement - Strong organisational skills, proactive communication, and recruitment process ownership are important for successful execution About the Platform This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. 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