Associate Recruiter (Hybrid, Budapest)

About the role

The Associate Recruiter will manage full‑cycle recruiting activities with a strong focus on sourcing, screening, outreach, and offer extension. Working in a high‑volume hiring environment, you will partner closely with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition leaders to deliver qualified talent efficiently while ensuring a positive candidate experience.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct high‑volume candidate screening interviews via phone and video to assess qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Proactively source candidates using job boards, databases, referrals, and outbound calling to build strong talent pipelines.
• Perform outbound outreach and lead follow‑up, including calling, texting, and emailing prospective candidates.
• Manage candidates through the hiring lifecycle, from initial contact through offer extension and acceptance.
• Present and explain offers to candidates, address questions, and support negotiations within established guidelines.
• Partner with hiring managers and recruiting leadership to understand role requirements, hiring priorities, and timelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring compliance and data integrity.
• Meet or exceed recruiting activity and hiring metrics in a fast‑paced environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing strategies, screening effectiveness, and overall recruiting workflow.

Required profile

• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience, preferably in recruiting, staffing, or sales.
• Experience using ATS platforms and sourcing tools (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, especially over the phone.
• Comfort with high‑volume outreach and calling.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously.
• Attention to detail with a strong commitment to accurate documentation and compliance.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS) usage
• Sourcing tools (e.g., job boards, databases)