Junior Recruiter

About the Company and Role

Our client is a specialized staffing and recruitment firm concentrating on cybersecurity, data, and AI professional placements. Their clientele includes enterprise-level organizations with annual revenues exceeding $1 billion across sectors such as financial services, retail, and automotive industries. This well-established firm, consisting of a lean and experienced 15-person team, has recently experienced a surge in demand, necessitating expansion of their recruitment staff.

Role Description

The Junior Recruiter position is an entry-level role designed to support the growing demand by managing multiple recruitment assignments. This role offers a structured promotion path leading to advanced recruitment responsibilities, business development, or leadership opportunities with increased earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage passive candidates on platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, focusing on cybersecurity, data, and AI talent.
• Conduct initial intake discussions with hiring managers to clarify job requirements before commencing searches.
• Screen candidates through organized 30-minute qualification interviews prior to client presentation.
• Handle 2 to 4 live job requisitions concurrently, mainly contract positions.
• Arrange candidate interviews and assist with offer management and negotiations.
• Develop foundational expertise in contract staffing markets and understand client portfolios.

Qualifications and Candidate Profile

• Consistent work or academic experience through high school and/or university stages.
• Highly self-driven, competitive mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Effective and proactive communicator who follows up independently.
• Strong emotional intelligence with a relationship-focused working style.
• Residency in Toronto or readiness to relocate; required in-office presence Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at the Bay and Richmond location (with a flexible two-day schedule every alternate week during summer).
• No prior experience in recruiting or technology sectors needed; commitment and determination are key.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting base salary of $40,000 annually.
• Expected first-year total earnings range between $50,000 and $55,000.
• Anticipated second-year earnings between $70,000 and $100,000 based on performance and progression.
• Full health and dental benefits paid entirely by the employer.
• Unlimited vacation policy.
• Hybrid work model blending remote flexibility with office presence in downtown Toronto.

Additional Information

Applicants should be aware that due to the high volume of applications, the company can only respond to candidates who best match the role requirements. Candidates interested in continuous updates and career advice can follow the employer’s social media channels.