Freelance Recruitment Specialist

Department: Boutique Recruitment

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
• Coaching
  • Coaches applicants on areas of improvement and re-record mock calls and script reading, if necessary.
• Matching
  • Endorses Qualified applicants to the VIP team
  • Hits weekly KPIs for candidate endorsements
• 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

• 2 - 4 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

Your superpowers are...

• 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 should apply if...

• 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

What to expect...

• 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)