Recruitment Specialist - Full-Time, Freelance

Department: Boutique Recruitment

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Philippines

Compensation: ₱31,000 - ₱36,000 / month

Description

About Magic

Magic is a leading modern outsourcing platform that connects SMBs to high-quality remote workers, from SDRs to virtual assistants and more. With roots in Silicon Valley, and backing from top venture capitalists, our workers are supercharged with a combination of the latest AI technology and training.

Background

Our company came out of Y Combinator in 2015. Since then we've grown to 1000+ remote workers, with strong venture-backing (including Sequoia Capital) and over $30M in funding to date. We are fully remote across Asia and US time zones.

Check out Magic's Business Profile
Know more about our Team via Magic's Careers Page

Why does this role exist?

The Freelance Recruitment Specialist is primarily responsible for end-to-end recruitment and hiring of qualified global candidates to fill the specialized manpower requirements of our Boutique clients. This role focuses on sourcing, interviewing, and endorsing candidates for hard-to-fill, niche positions while ensuring that standard recruitment and selection processes are observed consistently.

The Impact you'll make

Screening
- Reviews resumes and chooses the ones that closely match the available job descriptions and qualifications
- Schedules and conducts interviews with potential assistants according to client qualifications
- Conducts Mock Calls and Script Readings with assistants depending on the client’s needs
Endorsement & Coaching
- Coaches applicants on areas of improvement and re-record mock calls and script reading, if necessary.
- Facilitates the endorsement of candidates for specialized or hard-to-fill roles, ensuring all recruitment and selection procedures are carried out with consistency and compliance.
Support and Coordination
- Assists with other recruiting processes from start to finish; while he/she coordinates with other departments regarding any client needs that are not addressed by our current hiring funnels.

Required Exeperience

1-3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in end-to-end recruitment or VA-type recruitment
Background in volume/BPO hiring setup is highly acceptable
Experience with stakeholder management and client-facing interactions
Proficiency with ATS/CRM systems and recruitment tools
Bachelor's Degree in any related course
Proficiency with HubSpot, Slack, and other digital collaboration tools
WFH Set-Up:
- Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.
- Internet speed of at least 40MBPS
- Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam
- Back-up computer and internet connection
- Quiet, dedicated workspace at home

Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to quickly adjust to changing requirements, new processes, and diverse client needs without extensive hand-holding
Strong Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to candidate assessment, documentation, and quality control
Boolean Search Proficiency: Advanced skills in using Boolean operators and search techniques across LinkedIn, ATS platforms, and other sourcing tools
Behavioral Interviewing Expertise: Proven ability to conduct structured interviews and assess candidate fit for specific roles
Minimal Supervision Required: Self-motivated professional who can work independently while meeting deadlines and KPI targets
Challenge-Ready Mindset: Not afraid to take on difficult, niche requisitions and complex recruitment scenarios
Team Player Attitude: Ability to adjust and collaborate effectively with both introverted and extroverted team members
Strong Communication Skills: Decent verbal and written communication abilities suitable for global candidate interactions

You are highly motivated, possess a growth mindset and grit, and are a self-starter who is professional, positive, and not afraid of challenging work, especially with hard-to-fill roles
You are passionate about finding the right fit between candidates and clients, understanding that precision in matching is crucial for niche positions
You are highly reliable with a Get Stuff Done mindset despite external circumstances. You say what you mean and do what you say. You are consistent and take ownership in situations, large or small
You are flexible and trainable, understanding that Magic's approach may differ from other recruitment companies you've worked with
You thrive in a high-volume environment while maintaining quality standards across multiple requisitions
You are proactive in identifying potential challenges with difficult placements and aren't afraid to ask the right questions
You have a strong work ethic and possess a can-do attitude when faced with niche recruitment challenges
You thrive in a remote work environment. Fully remote work is not for everyone; it requires the ability to quickly pick up online tools, get familiar with our tech stack (G-Drive, Slack, ATS/CRM systems), and communicate (and often over-communicate) well in writing
You love learning new things and are open to Magic's unique recruitment methodologies, processes, and continuous skill development through bi-weekly training sessions

Benefits

Work-from-home setup: Fully remote position with flexibility to work from your preferred location
Working hours: 40 hours per week, with flexible start times between 8-10 AM Manila time
Training: 2 weeks of comprehensive paid training (Week 1: Role onboarding and theory; Week 2: Hands-on responsibilities with close monitoring)
Professional Development: Bi-weekly recruitment fundamentals training and team building initiatives
Growth Opportunity: Potential for absorption into full-time position based on performance
Leave Policy: Flexible approach as long as deliverables and KPIs are consistently met
Salary range: $4 / hour (up to P36,000.00)

Applied

Initial Interview

Second Level Interview

Final Level Interview

Job Offer

Hired