German-Speaking Recruiter

The Global Talent Co.; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Global Talent Co. is hiring a German-speaking Recruiter in Berlin to be the first voice candidates hear from the company. You will reach out quickly, pitch opportunities with energy, and run initial screenings to move strong candidates forward.

Split your time between the Berlin office and home, working in a fast-paced environment that values speed, attitude, and conversion. Experience in a people-facing role is valued, with hybrid work and Germany work rights required.

Qualifications

• Fluent German at a native or near-native level.
• Fluent English, spoken and written.
• Based in Berlin and able to work from the office on a hybrid basis, with the right to work in Germany.
• Available to work evenings and weekends as a regular part of the schedule.
• Experience in a people-facing role such as sales, customer service, hospitality or recruiting.
• Confident and persuasive on the phone, building rapport quickly with all kinds of people.
• High energy and resilient, staying motivated across high call volumes and the occasional “not interested”
• Organised and reliable, keeping track of many conversations at once without letting anything slip

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for new applicants, reaching out within 24 hours to maximise conversion.
• Deliver a clear, engaging phone pitch introducing the company and the opportunity.
• Run initial screening calls to assess fit and skill level, and pass qualified candidates to the next stage.
• Manage high-volume outbound calls and structured follow-ups so promising candidates never go cold.
• Provide evening and weekend lead coverage to keep speed-to-contact high.
• Move candidates efficiently through each stage of the recruitment process.
• Keep candidate data accurate and up to date in the applicant tracking system.
• Work with the Head of People to test and improve outreach scripts and conversion

Skills

German fluency

English fluency

Hybrid Berlin

Evenings & weekends

People-facing

Phone communication

Organised

Tools

Personio

Job description

German-Speaking Recruiter

Full-time (incl. evenings and weekends), Berlin, Germany

About Us

At The Global Talent Co., we provide opportunities to work with leading innovative technology companies worldwide, offering stable employment, competitive compensation, career growth, and access to a community of 25,000+ like-minded marketing professionals.

About the Company

You will be joining a fast-growing wellness and massage company that currently operates in five German cities and is expanding to seven. The company is known for a high-quality, above-and-beyond approach to customer service, and its People team is scaling hiring quickly to keep pace with that growth. This hire sits at the very start of the recruitment funnel, where speed and a great first impression make all the difference.

The Role

As a Recruiter, you will be the first voice candidates hear from the company. You will reach out to new applicants quickly, pitch the opportunity with energy and confidence over the phone, and run initial screenings so the strongest candidates move forward without delay.

You’ll work closely with the Head of People and the wider recruitment team, splitting your time between the Berlin office and home. This role is ideal for someone who loves talking to people, moves fast, and cares more about attitude and conversion than job titles. Previous recruiting experience is welcome, but a strong people-facing background and the right energy matter most.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for new applicants, reaching out within 24 hours to maximise conversion

• Deliver a clear, engaging phone pitch introducing the company and the opportunity

• Run initial screening calls to assess fit and skill level, and pass qualified candidates to the next stage

• Manage high-volume outbound calls and structured follow-ups so promising candidates never go cold

• Provide evening and weekend lead coverage to keep speed-to-contact high

• Move candidates efficiently through each stage of the recruitment process

• Keep candidate data accurate and up to date in the applicant tracking system

• Work with the Head of People to test and improve outreach scripts and conversion

Ideal Candidate

• Fluent German at a native or near-native level (essential)

• Fluent English, spoken and written (essential)

• Based in Berlin and able to work from the office on a hybrid basis, with the right to work in Germany

• Available to work evenings and weekends as a regular part of the schedule

• Experience in a people-facing role such as sales, customer service, hospitality or recruiting

• Confident and persuasive on the phone, building rapport quickly with all kinds of people

• High energy and resilient, staying motivated across high call volumes and the occasional “not interested”

• Organised and reliable, keeping track of many conversations at once without letting anything slip

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in recruiting or talent acquisition

• Hands-on experience with Personio or a similar HR system or CRM

Tools & Stack

Personio, phone and video calling tools

Join Our Team

Be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where your technical skills and product instincts can make a real impact. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

At The Global Talent Co., our mission is to bridge the gap between leading global tech companies and amazing global talent. We believe everyone deserves equal access to opportunities, regardless of the country they happen to be born in.