Associate Recruiter

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Recruiter

WHO WE ARE

At Equiliem, we’re not your typical recruiting firm, and this is not your typical job. We’re a fast-growing, award-winning team where no two days look the same. One minute you’re solving a hiring problem no one else could crack, the next you’re negotiating offers, building relationships, and driving real business impact. Here, we believe work should feel meaningful, and that’s where you come in.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Recruiter plays a foundational role in Equiliem’s recruiting organization. This is a high-energy, activity-driven position ideal for individuals who are motivated, competitive, and eager to grow into a career with significant earning and advancement potential. No staffing experience is required — we provide a comprehensive, hands-on training program that teaches sourcing, interviewing, candidate management, communication skills, and the fundamentals of recruiting in the staffing industry. Success in this role requires coachability, persistence, strong communication, and a passion for achieving goals.

Candidate Engagement & Communication

• Conduct phone screens and interviews to understand candidate skills, experience, and career goals
• Build rapport and maintain ongoing relationships with active and passive candidates
• Provide updates, feedback, and support throughout the hiring process

Sourcing & Pipeline Building

• Source candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking, and creative outreach
• Identify new channels for talent attraction
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates

Sales & Negotiation Fundamentals

• Discuss compensation, job match, and commitment with candidates
• Help negotiate pay rates and start dates
• Influence candidate decisions through relationship-building and communication

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Partner closely with Account Managers to understand open roles and priorities
• Attend internal huddles, pipeline meetings, and training sessions
• Support the overall delivery needs of client accounts

Process & Activity Management

• Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS
• Complete follow-up tasks with urgency and discipline
• Contribute to weekly activity goals through calls, submissions, interviews, and networking

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A competitive, goal-oriented mindset
• Coachability and willingness to learn and follow a process
• Comfort with frequent phone interaction
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• High follow-through and responsiveness

Preferred

• 0–1 year of experience in recruiting, customer service, sales, retail, hospitality, call center, or campus leadership
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Demonstrated interest in career growth and development

YOUR BUSINESS IMPACT

• Support the delivery engine that drives client success
• Build long-term relationships with candidates across industries
• Contribute to a winning, collaborative team culture
• Grow into a full Recruiter, Account Manager, or leadership role

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & WORK DETAILS

Salary: $20 - $24 an hour

Classification: Non-Exempt

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, Life Insurance, unlimited PTO, 401(k), 7 paid holidays

Location: Hybrid (1/2 day a week) | East Brunswick, NJ and moving to Woodbridge / Islen in the next few months

Work Hours: Standard EST business hours

EEO EMPLOYER

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.