Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description: The Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals looking to grow a career in Talent Acquisition. This role will partner closely with experienced Specialists, Hiring Managers, and leadership to support the full-cycle recruiting process while managing an active requisition load. Through hands-on training and mentorship, the Junior Talent Acquisition Consultant will develop the skills needed to attract, evaluate, and hire top talent while delivering a strong candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with hiring managers and senior talent acquisition team members to understand workforce needs, define role requirements, and support recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Manage a requisition load with guidance, supporting multiple open positions simultaneously while developing full-cycle recruiting capabilities.
• Assist in managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and presenting qualified candidates for multiple positions.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing methods including job boards, social media, networking events, and talent pipelines to identify diverse candidates.
• Build strong candidate relationships through consistent phone communication, follow-up, and engagement throughout the hiring process.
• Provide support to hiring teams by sharing market insights and candidate feedback to help guide hiring decisions.
• Deliver a strong candidate experience by maintaining clear communication, timely follow-up, and professional engagement throughout the recruitment process.
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with company policies, employment laws, and best practices.
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment tools, and vendor platforms to maintain accurate records and support reporting on key hiring metrics.
• Support employer branding efforts by promoting the organization's culture and values.
• Collaborate with Branch Managers, Regional Directors, and talent acquisition team members on workforce planning and hiring needs.
• Continuously learn and contribute ideas to improve recruitment processes and efficiency.
• Assist with recruitment processes such as coordinating candidate interview travel, supporting onboarding activities, and other tasks as necessary.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Staffing Support Administrator for company offer letters to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain accurate candidate documentation and records in accordance with company and compliance standards.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to build relationships
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and take initiative
• Exposure to recruitment tools (ATS, Indeed, LinkedIn, Handshake, etc.) is a plus

Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in recruiting, HR, administrative support, or customer-facing roles
• Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment (retail, food & beverage, hospitality, etc.) strongly preferred
• Internship or coursework related to HR or recruiting is a plus

Education

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred but not required