Independent Freelance Recruiter — NYC

Acquisition Network LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquisition Network LLC is seeking a Freelance Recruiter in New York to independently deliver agreed recruiting searches as a contractor. The role emphasizes delivering results with clear requisition scoping and evaluation criteria, leveraging research, networks, and outreach to source candidates.

Responsibilities include screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and maintaining compliant candidate records while protecting confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Hands-on sourcing and recruiting experience with completed searches.
• Clear communication, independent organization, and reliable follow-through.
• Ability to explain relevant prior work without sharing confidential client or employer material.
• Familiarity with the startup and professional-services ecosystem in New York City.

Responsibilities

• Deliver agreed recruiting searches independently.
• Clarify requisition, must-have qualifications, location, and evaluation criteria.
• Source relevant professionals through research, networks, and permission-based outreach.
• Screen experience and interest, submit accurate candidate summaries against an assigned search.
• Coordinate interviews and feedback with the recruiting team and keep candidates informed.
• Maintain candidate consent, submission ownership, and clean pipeline records.
• Share search feedback and protect confidential employer and candidate information.

Skills

Sourcing and recruiting

Clear communication

Independent organization

Explain prior work

Startup ecosystem knowledge (NYC)

Job description

Acquisition Network LLC is seeking a Freelance Recruiter in New York to independently deliver agreed recruiting searches as a contractor. The role emphasizes delivering results with clear requisition scoping and evaluation criteria, leveraging research, networks, and outreach to source candidates.

Responsibilities include screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and maintaining compliant candidate records while protecting confidentiality.