HR & Recruiting Operations Coordinator
Remote (East Coast hours preferred) or Boston-based
6-Month Contract | (40 hrs/week)
We're partnering with a growing life sciences organization seeking an experienced HR and Recruiting Operations professional to support a high-priority hiring initiative. This role will work closely with HR leadership to ensure recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes run efficiently while delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who combines strong operational execution with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and keep hiring processes moving in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and manage multiple active searches from application through onboarding
Schedule and facilitate complex interviews across candidates, hiring teams, and stakeholders
Support job description creation, job postings, and recruiting process management
Review resumes, conduct initial candidate screening, and help identify qualified talent
Partner with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, gather feedback, and drive decision-making
Maintain proactive candidate communications throughout the hiring process
Assist with offer management, background checks, and pre-employment activities
Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure a seamless new hire experience
Maintain accurate recruiting and HR records, trackers, and documentation
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, talent acquisition operations, HR operations, or related functions
Proven ability to operate independently with strong judgment and ownership
Experience supporting multiple concurrent searches in a fast-paced environment
Advanced Outlook calendar management and Zoom coordination skills
Experience with recruiting workflows, candidate screening, offers, and onboarding
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Experience working within lean, growing organizations
Biotech, pharmaceutical, or broader life sciences industry experience