Candidate-Focused Contract Recruiter

Next Step Recruitment; Calgary; Remote; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Step Recruitment is looking for a Candidate Experience & Sourcing Specialist to enhance the hiring process. This remote-first role involves sourcing candidates, managing outreach, and ensuring a thoughtful experience throughout recruitment, with flexible contract options tailored to your goals.

Benefits

Flexible contract model

Remote work from anywhere in Canada

Provided tools and support

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in recruiting or sourcing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Authorized to work in Canada as an independent contractor.

Responsibilities

• Identify strong candidates using LinkedIn and other tools.
• Write personalized outreach messages and coordinate candidate calls.
• Conduct candidate screens and maintain organized records.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Proactivity

Rapport building

Job description

Our focus is simple : help growing businesses find the right people by being thoughtful, responsive, and clear at every step of the hiring process.

We’re not here to push resumes or treat recruiting like a numbers game. We work closely with our clients to understand what their team really needs—then we go out and look for people who can meet that need and thrive in the role. It’s targeted, hands-on work that requires good instincts, great communication, and real care.

For candidates, we show up consistently and communicate with clarity, warmth, and respect. We take the time to listen, to guide, and to create a process that feels personal, not transactional. The people who do best on our team are those who naturally take ownership of the experience—people who are observant, tuned in, and comfortable making others feel at ease.

At the end of the day, we’re here to help companies grow by supporting the people who power them. And respect—for both clients and candidates—is embedded in everything we do.

The Role

We’re hiring a Candidate Experience & Sourcing Specialist to support our recruiters by identifying strong candidates, managing outreach, and making sure people feel cared for throughout the hiring process. You’ll spend most of your time sourcing candidates, writing outreach, setting up calls, and keeping things organized and moving.

As you grow into the role, you’ll take on more candidate screening and ownership of parts of the search process. This is a great opportunity for someone who communicates well, follows through quickly, and naturally creates a smooth, welcoming experience for others.

What You’ll Do

Use LinkedIn and other tools to identify strong candidates for open searches

Write clear, personalized outreach messages and follow up promptly

Coordinate and schedule candidate calls with the internal recruiting team

Conduct candidate screens and write clear summaries (as you grow into the role)

Track progress and communication in our ATS and shared systems

Stay organized, responsive, and proactive across multiple searches

Help ensure that candidates have a respectful, thoughtful experience from start to finish

Who You Are

You have 1–2 years of experience in recruiting, sourcing, or a related field

You’re based in Canada and authorized to work as an independent contractor

You have your own laptop, phone, and reliable internet connection

You’re an excellent communicator—written and verbal—and naturally build rapport with others

You’re comfortable managing shifting priorities, timelines, and communication

You’re highly organized, tuned in to detail, and able to keep people and information moving

You’re someone who notices what others need and steps in to make the experience better

Nice to Have

Experience sourcing in industries like AEC, tech, or professional services

Interest in growing into screening, interviewing, or search ownership

Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, boolean search, or automation tools

Experience working in or alongside a recruiting agency or high-volume search environment

Compensation

This is a contract role with flexible structure :

Option 1 : Base + commission

Option 2 : Commission-only

We’ll work with you to structure an arrangement that fits your experience and goals.

Why Work With Us

Flexible contract model – work in a way that fits your strengths and schedule

Remote-first – work from anywhere in Canada

Tools provided – ATS, templates, and backend support included

Room to grow – expand your scope as your confidence and skills deepen

Collaborative environment – a small, people-first team that leads with care and clarity

Let’s Talk

If you're someone who thrives in a people-centered role, communicates clearly, and wants to be part of a team that values both speed and substance—we’d love to hear from you.

Interested? Apply immediately—we’ll begin interviewing soon.