Associate Recruiter The Staff Pad About The Staff Pad The Staff Pad is a recruitment partner that helps organizations build high-performing teams across healthcare, finance, technology, and other key industries. We operate as an extension of our clients, delivering consistent, high-quality talent through a relationship-driven and process-oriented approach. Our team is collaborative, performance-focused, and committed to delivering results while maintaining a strong candidate and client experience. Position Overview The Staff Pad is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Recruiter to support our recruiting team. This is an opportunity designed for individuals who are eager to build a career in recruiting and talent acquisition. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and qualifying candidates across a variety of positions. You will play a critical role in building candidate pipelines and ensuring that only well-qualified candidates are presented to our clients. This position offers hands-on training, structured development, and a clear path to a full-cycle recruiting role.

Key Responsibilities

Source and identify candidates using job boards, social media, and other sourcing tools Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and overall fit Evaluate candidates against job requirements and determine alignment for submission Present qualified candidates with clear, concise, and professional summaries Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records within the applicant tracking system (ATS) Coordinate interviews and support communication between candidates and recruiters Proactively follow up with candidates throughout the recruiting process Stay informed on market trends, talent availability, and competitive hiring activity Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing development initiatives Qualifications 2+ years of similar professional experience Strong interest in recruiting, sales, or talent acquisition Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal High level of organization and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and accountability Comfortable working with technology, recruiting tools, and people Preferred Skills Experience with sourcing platforms Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) or CRM tools Previous experience in client facing, sales, or administrative roles

What We Offer

Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced recruiting professionals Clear career progression into a full-cycle recruiter role Exposure to a wide range of industries and hiring needs Collaborative and supportive team environment Opportunity to directly contribute to client hiring success

Career Growth

This role is designed as a foundation for long-term success in recruiting. High-performing Associate Recruiters will have the opportunity to advance into full-cycle recruiting positions, managing client relationships and owning the hiring process from intake to placement.