Assistant Recruiter

Job Description

The Assistant Recruiter supports the recruitment function by sourcing, screening, and coordinating candidates to ensure an efficient hiring process. This role helps drive agency growth by maintaining recruitment pipeline activity, compliance standards, and a positive candidate experience.

$45,000 - $60,000 yearly

Candidate Sourcing & Screening

• Source potential candidates through online platforms, referrals, networking, and recruiting events.
• Conduct initial phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications and alignment with hiring criteria.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.

Recruitment Process Support

• Prepare and maintain recruitment documentation and candidate records.
• Track candidate progress from sourcing through onboarding.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of application files according to company policies.

Administrative & Reporting

• Maintain recruitment databases and provide periodic activity reports.
• Assist with recruiting events, career fairs, and new hire orientation sessions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver a professional and seamless candidate experience.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is a plus.
• Self‑motivated, disciplined, and results‑oriented.

Core Competencies

• Candidate evaluation and screening.
• Time management and multi‑tasking.
• Compliance and confidentiality.
• Team collaboration.
• Performance‑driven mindset.

New York Life is a Fortune 100 company with over 180 years of strength and stability, dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most and plan for the future. As a mutual company, we are accountable to our policyholders—not Wall Street—allowing us to focus on long‑term relationships and impact.

We're proud to be recognized by:

• Fortune 2024:
  World's Most Admired Companies
• Handshake 2025:
  Early Talent Award
• Forbes 2024:
  America's Best Employers for Diversity

Why Join Us?

• Clear career paths and advancement opportunities
• Structured onboarding and licensing support
• A collaborative, team‑oriented culture
• The opportunity to build a meaningful, long‑term career—not just a job
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as 1 401(k) and pension

If you’re looking for a role where your effort directly impacts your growth and income, we’d love to connect. Apply today!