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Recruiter (Hiring Immediately)

Confidential Client•Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$70,000
Bloomington, Minnesota
17 Hours Ago

The Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist at Confidential Client is responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle for various positions, partnering with hiring managers to attract and hire top talent. This role emphasizes relationship-building, effective communication, and organizational skills to ensure a smooth hiring process and exceptional candidate experience within a fast-paced HR team environment.

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Description

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.


What You’ll Do

  • Manage full‑cycle recruitment for entry‑level through experienced roles, from sourcing through offer.
  • Partner with hiring managers to clarify role requirements and design targeted recruiting strategies.
  • Create and post engaging job ads across job boards and recruiting platforms.
  • Source passive and active candidates via job boards, referrals, networking, and targeted outreach.
  • Screen resumes and conduct phone screens to evaluate experience, qualifications, and fit.
  • Deliver clear interview notes, insights, and hiring recommendations to managers.
  • Coordinate interview schedules and logistics between candidates and hiring teams.
  • Maintain accurate candidate records and activity in the Applicant Tracking System (UKG Ready).
  • Ensure an excellent candidate experience through timely communication and follow‑up.
  • Support pre‑employment steps (offer letters, background checks, drug screening) and onboarding paperwork.
  • Track recruiting metrics and report on open roles and hiring progress.
  • Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
  • Support HR initiatives and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field — or equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • 2–3 years of recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, or HR experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
  • Excellent organization, time management, and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong attention to detail and follow‑through.

Preferred

  • Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), preferably UKG Ready.
  • Demonstrated candidate sourcing experience (boolean search, referrals, networking).
  • Experience recruiting for healthcare, technical, field service, or corporate roles.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and recruiting best practices.

Compensation & Employment Details

  • Compensation: $60,000 — $70,000 per year (range provided by client).
  • Employment type: Full‑time (Exempt).
  • Location: Bloomington, MN (on‑site or local to Bloomington area).
  • ATS: UKG Ready used for candidate tracking and recordkeeping.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Opportunity to grow your recruiting career within a collaborative HR team.
  • Exposure to recruiting across a variety of roles and hiring managers.
  • Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Supportive, team‑oriented culture where your contributions make a difference.

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.

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