Contract Recruiter

Contract RecruiterLocation: Parsippany, NJDuration: 3 monthsPay Rate: $58.62Job DutiesManage the full recruitment lifecycle, from intake through offer acceptance and onboarding handoff.Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand business needs, define candidate profiles, and develop effective recruiting strategies.Recruit for a broad range of positions across corporate, commercial, medical, clinical, regulatory, quality, manufacturing, R&D, and other functions as needed.Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, applicant tracking systems, professional networks, talent communities, referrals, and other recruiting resources.Identify, attract, assess, and engage highly qualified passive and active candidates.Conduct thorough candidate screening and provide hiring managers with insightful assessments and recommendations.Manage candidate pipelines and maintain timely, consistent communication throughout the recruitment process.Coordinate and facilitate interview processes, ensuring a positive and efficient candidate experience.Partner with compensation, HR, and hiring teams to develop and extend competitive offers within established guidelines.Manage candidate negotiations and offer-related discussions through acceptance.Ensure recruiting activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and applicable employment laws and regulations.Maintain accurate and timely candidate and requisition information within the Applicant Tracking System.Monitor recruiting metrics and provide regular updates on pipeline activity, challenges, and progress against hiring goals.Build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.Contribute to Talent Acquisition initiatives, process improvements, employer branding, and other special projects as needed.Skills RequiredBachelor's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical device, or another highly regulated industry.Demonstrated success recruiting across multiple functions and levels, including professional, technical, commercial, and/or leadership positions.Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills, including experience identifying and recruiting passive talent.Experience working within an Applicant Tracking System; iCIMS experience is a plus.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and requisitions simultaneously.Ability to work independently, operate with urgency, and quickly adapt to changing business priorities.Strong relationship-building and influencing skills with candidates and internal stakeholders.High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.Preferred QualificationsRecruiting experience within a biopharmaceutical or life sciences organization.Experience recruiting for commercial, medical affairs, clinical development, regulatory, quality, manufacturing, or R&D functions.Experience supporting executive or senior-level searches.Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.Familiarity with recruiting compliance requirements within a regulated industry.Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and other talent intelligence/sourcing platforms.Key CompetenciesBusiness Partnership: Builds trusted relationships with hiring managers and understands business priorities.Candidate Experience: Creates a professional, responsive, and engaging candidate journey.Sourcing Expertise: Demonstrates creativity and persistence in identifying hard-to-find talent.Execution & Accountability: Effectively manages multiple requisitions and consistently delivers against hiring timelines.Communication: Clearly communicates recruiting strategies, market insights, challenges, and recommendations.Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment and adjusts quickly to evolving priorities.Collaboration: Works effectively across Talent Acquisition, HR, and business teams.Integrity & Discretion: Handles confidential candidate and business information with the highest level of professionalism.