Jr. Talent Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Junior Talent Specialist
Location: Lake Success, NY
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM (year-round) FULL TIME ONSITE
Salary: $50,000-$55,000 annually, depending on experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Talent Specialist to join our growing team in Lake Success, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career recruiting professional who is looking to develop their talent acquisition and human resources expertise. The Junior Talent Specialist will support the recruitment process from sourcing and screening candidates through interview coordination and onboarding activities.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment efforts for a variety of positions
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and other recruiting channels
• Screen resumes and conduct initial candidate phone interviews
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Assist with offer preparation, onboarding, and pre-employment activities
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
• Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the hiring process to ensure a positive candidate experience
• Generate recruitment reports and track hiring activity as needed
• Partner with internal teams to understand hiring needs and support workforce planning initiatives
• Attend job fairs, networking events, and other recruiting activities when required

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; Bachelor's degree is a plus but NOT required
• Internship, co-op, or professional experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, or a related field
• Experience working with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and/or Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the talent acquisition field

Preferred Skills

• Experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, or social media platforms
• Exposure to interview scheduling and candidate management
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices and employment processes
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to build relationships with candidates and hiring managers

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $55,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Clare Rant

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