About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, HR & Recruitment.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Junior Recruiter to support talent acquisition efforts for HR & Recruitment assignments, including Government Contracting clients. This is a coachable, entry-level role with structured training, mentorship, and hybrid flexibility based in Herndon, VA. You will learn sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement while contributing to a high-performing recruiting team.

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What You’ll Do

• Source candidates using job boards, ATS, social media, and other sourcing tools
• Build and maintain relationships with candidates; engage and communicate opportunities professionally
• Conduct initial phone/video screens to assess skills, experience, and fit
• Coordinate interview schedules and maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS
• Support mid-level and senior recruiters with candidate outreach and client needs
• Meet performance KPIs and continuously improve through coaching
• Use tools like VOIP-integrated systems, ATS platforms, and Microsoft Teams in daily workflow

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Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; entry-level candidates encouraged
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Teams, ATS platforms, and common recruiting tools
  • Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred:
  • Experience in customer service, sales, or administrative roles
  • Familiarity with sourcing strategies or recruitment tools

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Competencies

• Accountability — results-driven with attention to quality
• Adaptability — manages competing priorities and accepts feedback
• Resilience — maintains focus and a growth mindset under pressure
• Relationship building — fosters trust with candidates and colleagues
• Attention to detail — accurate records and precise scheduling

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What You’ll Gain

• Comprehensive training and mentorship to build a recruiting career
• Clear growth path toward mid-level and senior recruiter roles
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Hybrid flexibility to balance in-office collaboration and remote productivity
• Meaningful impact helping people find rewarding career opportunities

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Compensation

• Salary range: $60,000 - $65,000 (base). Confidential Client considers experience, education, skills, and market factors when making offers. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or overtime where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.