Recruiter

Job Description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 540000 - Rs 780000 (ie INR 5.4-7.8 LPA)

Min Experience: 1 years

Location: Remote (India)

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a proactive and results-driven Recruiter to manage end-to-end hiring for a global, remote workforce. This is a full-time contractor role suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong ability to identify, assess, and engage high-quality talent across different functions and geographies.

In this role, you will take ownership of the complete recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing and headhunting candidates to screening, interview coordination, and offer management. You will play a key role in ensuring the organization attracts top talent who not only meet technical requirements but also align with the company’s culture and values.

The ideal candidate is highly skilled in sourcing through platforms like LinkedIn, has strong instincts for evaluating candidate authenticity and fit, and is confident in engaging with candidates and references to gather meaningful insights. You will also be responsible for maintaining recruitment pipelines, ensuring a smooth candidate experience, and tracking hiring metrics to improve efficiency.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to offer closure
• Identify and headhunt candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, and other sourcing channels
• Screen and evaluate candidates based on skills, experience, and cultural fit
• Conduct initial interviews and coordinate further rounds with hiring managers
• Perform reference checks to gather detailed insights into candidate performance and behavior
• Create and post compelling job descriptions to attract relevant talent
• Maintain and update recruitment trackers and candidate pipelines
• Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process
• Coordinate interviews across different time zones efficiently
• Support offer rollout and assist in negotiation discussions
• Track recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill and sourcing effectiveness
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand hiring needs and priorities

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 1–2 years of experience in recruitment, preferably in a fast-paced or remote environment
• Strong sourcing and headhunting skills, especially through LinkedIn and online platforms
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to assess candidates beyond resumes and identify true potential and fit
• Experience in coordinating interviews and managing multiple hiring processes simultaneously
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Comfortable conducting reference checks and gathering actionable insights
• Ability to work independently with a proactive and ownership-driven mindset
• Familiarity with recruitment tools, job boards, and applicant tracking systems
• Strong networking skills and ability to build relationships with candidates
• Adaptability to work in a remote setup and manage time effectively