Technical Recruiter

As a Technical Recruiter at Conduktor, you'll manage the entire recruitment cycle, focusing on sourcing, interviewing, and closing candidates for technical roles, primarily Software Engineers. You'll collaborate closely with hiring managers to create tailored job descriptions, identify skill gaps, and develop innovative recruiting strategies. Additionally, you'll aim to enhance the overall candidate experience and contribute to our employer branding initiatives.

To excel as a Technical Recruiter at Conduktor, you should have in-house experience recruiting for technical roles, particularly in the UK and US markets. Understanding cultural differences in both markets is essential. You should also be skilled in creative sourcing and have experience using platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter effectively.

At Conduktor, the Technical Recruiter plays a significant role in shaping our hiring culture. You’ll be instrumental in building diverse pipelines and ensuring an inclusive approach to hiring. Your insights on employer branding and candidate experience will directly impact our team's composition and overall workplace culture.

The salary range for a Technical Recruiter at Conduktor is £50,000 to £70,000, depending on your skills and experience. Additionally, you’ll receive stock options and a comprehensive benefits package, making this role competitive in the market.

As a Technical Recruiter at Conduktor, you’ll enjoy 25 days of paid time off, top-tier private health insurance, a learning and development allowance, and even a dog-friendly workplace. We also host annual offsite events and team socials, ensuring a fun and engaging work environment.

Working at Conduktor as a Technical Recruiter is unique due to our dynamic and collaborative environment. You will be part of a small, agile team where your ideas on improving recruitment processes are valued and implemented. Plus, with the chance to influence our employer branding strategy at a pivotal stage of growth, you’ll truly make a mark.

The work environment for a Technical Recruiter at Conduktor is fast-paced and collaborative. We operate on a hybrid model, requiring in-office work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, which enhances team interaction. Our office is vibrant and welcoming, complete with friendly dogs that contribute to a supportive atmosphere.

When discussing your sourcing strategies, emphasize your familiarity with various platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, but also highlight your creativity in utilizing alternative methods like social media outreach or networking events. Provide examples of successful campaigns you’ve run in the past.

To effectively manage relationships with hiring managers, highlight your communication skills and your proactive approach. Discuss how you ensure you fully understand their needs and how you provide updates throughout the recruiting process to maintain transparency and collaboration.

In your response, be specific about cultural and market differences in recruiting. Discuss nuances such as candidate expectations, employment laws, and how benefits are approached in both countries, demonstrating your adaptability and knowledge of international recruitment.

Describe metrics you prioritize, such as time-to-fill, candidate satisfaction, and diversity in hiring. Emphasize how you use this data to optimize your recruiting strategies over time and influence hiring decisions positively.

Discuss how employer branding is integral to attracting top talent. Share experiences where you contributed to branding initiatives, such as engaging in content creation or social media campaigns to showcase company culture and values.

You can address this by describing how you maintain clear communication, offer constructive feedback, and provide timely updates throughout the hiring process. Mention the importance of building connections and understanding candidates’ motivations.

Share a specific example where your innovative strategies led to discovering and hiring excellent candidates, detailing your methods, the challenges you faced, and the impact it had on the organization.

Discuss your understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Share examples of how you've implemented DEI principles in past recruiting experiences, and how you plan to do so in the role at Conduktor.

To show your commitment to professional development, mention specific resources you follow such as industry blogs, webinars, and networking with other recruiters. Highlight how this knowledge allows you to adapt and implement best practices in your role.

Be honest while addressing challenges, such as high competition for technical talent. Share your strategies for overcoming these obstacles, including innovative sourcing techniques, networking, and maintaining strong relationships with candidates.