Junior Recruiter

About the Role

We at VirtuHire are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Junior Recruiter to join our internal recruitment team.

This is an opportunity for someone who has a foundation in recruitment sourcing and is looking to grow their career in talent acquisition. You will work closely with the recruitment team to identify, engage and screen potential candidates for a variety of international clients and roles.

Responsibilities

• Source and identify suitable candidates across various industries and job functions using LinkedIn Recruiter and the internal ATS.
• Review CVs and candidate profiles against job specifications and identify relevant experience, skills and suitability.
• Conduct initial candidate outreach, follow-ups and screening conversations.
• Build and maintain candidate pipelines and talent pools for current and future vacancies.
• Assist with coordinating interviews, candidate assessments and feedback.
• Communicate professionally and consistently with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Work closely with the recruitment team to understand role requirements, sourcing strategies and recruitment priorities.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, manage deadlines and proactively communicate progress.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in recruitment, talent sourcing or talent acquisition.
• Previous experience using LinkedIn Recruiter is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Good understanding of recruitment processes, candidate screening and sourcing techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple vacancies and priorities simultaneously.

The Ideal Person

We're looking for someone who:

• Is proactive and takes initiative rather than waiting to be instructed.
• Has a calm, positive and professional demeanour, even when working under pressure.
• Is naturally organised and pays attention to detail.
• Communicates clearly, confidently and professionally.
• Is eager to learn, receptive to feedback and open to developing new skills.
• Is adaptable, resourceful and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.
• Has a genuine interest in people, recruitment and helping candidates find the right opportunities.