Associate Recruiter

As an Associate Recruiter at Juniper Square, your main responsibilities will include coordinating interviews efficiently across time zones, sourcing top talent using platforms like LinkedIn and Ashby, and assisting in the review of applications to swiftly identify high-potential candidates. Additionally, you’ll own and optimize workflows in our ATS to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency. This role is vital in delivering an exceptional candidate experience and will help lay the groundwork for your future growth in talent operations or full-cycle recruiting.

To qualify for the Associate Recruiter role at Juniper Square, you should have at least 1 year of experience as a Recruiting Coordinator or in a similar talent support function. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, particularly Ashby, is a plus. Candidates must also exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to improving recruiting processes. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you'll be interacting with candidates and internal stakeholders regularly.

An Associate Recruiter at Juniper Square will enjoy a flexible work environment, as the role is remote-friendly in Canada. You can choose to work from home or in one of our lovely offices in major Canadian cities. The company promotes a collaborative culture with a strong emphasis on digital-first operations, allowing you to engage seamlessly with colleagues across various locations, including the U.S., India, and Europe. This environment is designed for innovation, support, and rapid career growth.

Juniper Square is committed to supporting your career growth as an Associate Recruiter. The role is designed to provide you with hands-on experience across various aspects of recruiting, setting the stage for your development into a full-cycle recruiter or a talent operations specialist. You will also benefit from collaboration with experienced recruiters and participation in special projects, which help reinforce your expertise and provide pathways to advance within the company.

The compensation for the Associate Recruiter position at Juniper Square includes a base salary ranging from $60,000 to $75,000 CAD, based on individual factors such as experience, skill set, and location. In addition to the base salary, we'll provide an attractive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision care, along with generous paid time off and professional development opportunities, ensuring that you feel valued and supported in your role.

When answering this question, discuss specific tasks you've completed in recruiting coordination, such as scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and collaborating with hiring managers. Emphasize your ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring a seamless hiring process for all parties involved.

For this question, outline your process for managing time zone differences. Discuss any tools or software you use to assist with scheduling, and highlight your attention to detail to ensure that no candidates or interviewers are overlooked. Being organized and proactive is key here.

Include the platforms you've used in your answer, such as LinkedIn, job boards, or ATS like Ashby. Be prepared to give examples of how you effectively utilized these resources to find top talent, showcasing your research and outreach skills.

Discuss your approach to maintaining communication with candidates throughout the hiring process. Emphasize the importance of feedback, timely responses, and ensuring candidates feel respected and valued. Solutions-oriented thinking and a proactive mindset can help foster a great candidate experience.

When discussing strategies, mention specific examples of how you've identified areas for improvement within the recruiting process, such as automating scheduling or optimizing workflows. Show your enthusiasm for finding efficiencies and enhancing overall operations.

Share your passion for helping organizations find the right talent and your desire to contribute to a company's growth. Convey your interest in building relationships and supporting candidates in their career journeys, which reflects your commitment to the role.

Provide a specific example of a challenging situation, such as a difficult hiring timeline or coordination conflict. Explain the steps you took to address the issue, the solution implemented, and what you learned from the experience. This shows critical thinking and adaptability.

Share your preferred organization tools or techniques, such as task management software or traditional to-do lists. Highlight your methods for prioritization, time management, and staying focused on deadlines while juggling various responsibilities.

In your answer, articulate qualities such as communication skills, empathy, or adaptability. Elaborate on why you believe these traits are essential to successfully engaging with candidates and internal stakeholders, as well as your approach to embodying these qualities.

To answer this question, align your interest with Juniper Square's mission of making private markets more accessible. Share what excites you about joining their team, including their commitment to innovation and growth, and detail how your background and values resonate with the company's culture.