Talent Acquisition Associate

About the Role

The Project-Based Talent Acquisition Associate plays a vital role in supporting hiring ramp-ups and short-term recruitment initiatives. This role involves sourcing, screening, and coordinating candidates to ensure that hiring goals are achieved within project timelines. Associates may be assigned to focus on sourcing, end-to-end recruitment, or a hybrid function, depending on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing

• Execute targeted sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, referrals, and talent databases.

• Identify and engage potential candidates through proactive outreach and networking.

• Build and maintain talent pools for immediate and future hiring requirements.

• Support recruitment marketing efforts by promoting job opportunities on various platforms.

Recruitment

• Conduct resume screening and initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and role fit.

• Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers and candidates.

• Manage candidate communication throughout the hiring process to ensure a positive experience.

• Track and update applicant data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or recruitment tracker.

• Support offer management, pre-onboarding documentation, and other recruitment logistics.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Partner with Talent Acquisition Specialists, Hiring Managers, and HR team members to deliver on hiring goals.

• Prepare and maintain recruitment reports, dashboards, and status updates.

• Participate in daily huddles, calibration sessions, and team meetings to align on hiring progress and priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

• At least 6 months to 2 years of experience in sourcing or recruitment (BPO, shared services, or corporate hiring preferred).

• Familiarity with sourcing tools, social media recruiting, and Boolean search techniques.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.

• Willing to work on a project-based employment contract and flexible work hours if required.

Key Competencies

• Proactive Talent Sourcing – Ability to find and attract qualified candidates quickly.

• Adaptability – Thrives in high-volume, fast-changing recruitment projects.

• Collaboration – Works effectively with teammates and hiring stakeholders.

• Candidate Experience Focused – Maintains professionalism and responsiveness at every stage of hiring.

• Execution & Ownership – Delivers results with accountability and attention to deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive project-based compensation.

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in large-scale and specialized hiring projects.

• Exposure to various recruitment functions across sourcing, interviewing, and stakeholder management.

• Potential for regularization or contract extension based on performance and business needs.