Recruiter I

Company Information

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials.

Company Culture

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.

At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

The Recruiter plays a vital role in identifying and engaging potential candidates through diverse channels, building a robust talent pipeline for the organization. Collaborating closely with recruiting colleagues, this role employs creative sourcing methods to attract qualified candidates, contributes to the initial screening process, and maintains accurate candidate data. The Recruiter's focus is on proactive candidate engagement, organization, and support to streamline the recruitment process.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize a variety of sourcing techniques and tools to identify and engage potential candidates through online platforms, social media, and other channels.
• Recruit passive candidates and gauge candidate skill sets against open roles.
• Conduct initial candidate reviews and recruiting phone screens to assess candidate interest and functional fit.
• Build and maintain a network of potential candidates through proactive research and ongoing relationship management.
• Screen, interview, and prepare an ideal candidate slate within an appropriate and consistent timeline.
• Collaborate closely with recruiting colleagues to build and maintain a qualified candidate pipeline for current and future job openings.
• Lead and/or participate in projects and initiatives related to talent acquisition.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Enhance your understanding of recruitment strategies and processes to provide suggestions and support to recruiters.
• Ensure discretion and confidentiality in handling candidate information and sensitive data.

Location

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days a week in the Bengaluru, India office.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of corporate or search firm progressive recruiting or research experience.
• Experience with an applicant tracking or candidate management system for sourcing, tracking and managing candidates.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing and prioritizing multiple searches, projects and client relationships.
• Proficiency in utilizing various online platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukri, social media, and tools for candidate sourcing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking within the context of candidate sourcing.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet sourcing targets.
• Collaborative mindset, working well with Recruiters and other team members.
• Excellent communication skills for effective candidate engagement and team collaboration.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation
• Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.
• Learn and comprehend basic instructions
• Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities
• Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Advarra provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Advarra takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.