Talent Acquisition Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee assigned roles from start to finish, including client briefing and onboarding handover.

• Comprehend client requirements and convert them into targeted sourcing and assessment strategies.

• Actively source candidates via LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and professional networks.

• Evaluate and screen candidates based on specific role criteria.

• Create succinct, evidence-driven candidate summaries and recommendations.

• Organize interviews, gather feedback, conduct reference checks, and manage offer-stage communications.

• Ensure timely and respectful communication with candidates and relevant stakeholders.

• Develop reusable talent pipelines for Apricot’s key roles and markets.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, notes, trackers, and statuses for candidates.

• Identify delays or challenges in the hiring process early on and propose practical solutions.

• Assist in enhancing Apricot’s sourcing, screening, and recruitment methodologies.

• Utilize AI tools judiciously to aid in sourcing, research, outreach, interview preparation, and administrative tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of comprehensive recruitment experience.

• Strong skills in proactive sourcing, interviewing, and candidate assessment.

• Experience in managing multiple roles and stakeholders at the same time.

• Ability to differentiate authentic candidate quality from an impressive CV.

• Proficient in written and verbal English; Arabic language skills are a significant advantage.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.

• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced remote team environment.

• Familiarity with talent markets in MENA, North America, and Europe is highly beneficial.

• Hands-on experience with tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, or AI-driven recruitment platforms.

• A curious mindset and eagerness to learn about AI tools; prior AI expertise is not a prerequisite.

• Commitment to taking ownership, acting proactively, balancing candidate empathy with high-quality standards, communicating risks early, adapting to changing priorities, and using AI thoughtfully while ensuring confidentiality.

• A genuine connection to Apricot’s mission of providing opportunities for displaced and underserved MENA talent.

🏝️ Benefits

• Create impactful global opportunities for Palestinian and underserved MENA professionals.

• Collaborate with a diverse, mission-driven international team.

• Manage diverse searches across various functions and markets.

• Contribute to shaping a growing Talent department and its operational methods.

• Enjoy the flexibility of remote work within a culture that values initiative and accountability.