Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talan Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid vacation

Health, dental, vision insurance

STD/LTD

Job summary

Talan USA is seeking a Junior Recruiter to support staff augmentation recruitment activities across the U.S., working with sales and internal stakeholders to build talent pipelines and deliver a positive candidate experience.

This entry‑level role involves sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and coordination of hiring processes, with opportunities to develop skills in consulting, technology, and professional services recruitment.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a strong interest in building a career in recruitment, project management, and sales, or up to 2 years of experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, staffing, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, required to interact effectively with candidates, clients, and stakeholders across the U.S. market.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and cross-functional environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple requisitions, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, resourceful, and self-motivated, with a strong desire to learn, take initiative, and succeed.
• Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and find solutions.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, candidate screening, interview coordination, offer preparation, and candidate follow-up.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data, track pipeline activity, and contribute to recruitment process improvements and hiring objectives.
• Develop expertise in recruiting for consulting, technology, and professional services talent supporting staff augmentation engagements.
• Stay informed on market trends, talent availability, and competitive recruiting practices across the U.S. market.
• Collaborate closely with Sales teams and hiring stakeholders to understand staffing needs and business priorities.
• Deliver a high-quality candidate experience through transparency, responsiveness, and professional communication.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition colleagues to share best practices, sourcing techniques, and market intelligence.
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance Talan's employer brand and strengthen candidate engagement efforts.

Skills

Verbal English

Written English

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Time management

Proactive learner

Microsoft Office

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job description

Talan USA is seeking a Junior Recruiter to support staff augmentation recruitment activities across the U.S., working with sales and internal stakeholders to build talent pipelines and deliver a positive candidate experience.

This entry‑level role involves sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and coordination of hiring processes, with opportunities to develop skills in consulting, technology, and professional services recruitment.