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.
Selected professionals will identify and engage qualified candidates, manage recruitment activities from initial outreach through onboarding, and collaborate with hiring managers to support evolving talent acquisition needs. The role combines independent remote recruitment operations with strategic sourcing, candidate relationship management, recruitment analytics, and regular participation in San Francisco-based career events.
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. We connect experienced professionals with remote consulting opportunities across technical, evaluation, and project-based workstreams.
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