Recruitment Coordinator (Hybrid)

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights‑driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient‑focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose – moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry‑leading innovation, With Heart ®.

About the Role

We are seeking a Recruitment Coordinator to join our Talent Acquisition team in Raleigh, North Carolina in a hybrid capacity . As a Recruitment Coordinator, you will support our talent acquisition activities that help build the teams driving clinical research innovation. This position plays a key role in candidate sourcing, interview coordination, hiring process execution, and candidate experience management. Responsibilities include generating candidate correspondence, scheduling interviews, managing applicant tracking systems, and supporting the full recruitment lifecycle with opportunities to deepen your expertise in talent acquisition and influence hiring outcomes. You'll join a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment focused on making a meaningful impact through building exceptional teams that advance clinical research. With diverse teams and continuous learning opportunities, the Recruitment Coordinator can explore career paths and expand skills across human resources and talent management.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate professional correspondence with candidates and new hires, including offer letters and onboarding communications
• Schedule and coordinate candidate phone, video, and in-person interviews with hiring managers and interview panels
• Process background checks, reference checks, and manage necessary onboarding tasks to support new hire integration
• Manage requisition and candidate workflow in the applicant tracking system (Workday) to ensure accurate candidate tracking and timely communication
• Post requisitions to internal and external job boards to maximize candidate reach and sourcing effectiveness
• Run recruiter and candidate reports to track recruitment metrics, hiring progress, and support data-driven decision making

Candidate Profile

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strengths in communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Experience working in human resources, talent acquisition, or a fast-paced business environment
• The ability to collaborate across teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• A candidate-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• Comfort working with applicant tracking systems and recruitment software

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field
• 2 years of experience in talent acquisition, human resources, or recruitment support
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive candidate information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research, healthcare, or life sciences environment
• Familiarity with Workday or other enterprise human resources information systems
• Experience with high-volume recruitment or staffing operations

Benefits and Compensation

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Pet Insurance

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, a 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.

If this job doesn't sound like the next step in your career, but perhaps you know of someone who'd be a perfect fit, send them the link to apply!

We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.

EEO Disclaimer

Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the United States includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.