Recruiter Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Recruiter includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Identifying future hiring needs and developing job descriptions and specifications.
Collaborating with department managers to compile a consistent list of requirements.
Completing paperwork for new hires.
Promoting the company's reputation and attractiveness as a good employment opportunity.
Managing internship programs.
Attracting suitable candidates through databases, online employment forums, social media, etc.
Conducting interviews and sorting through applicants to fill open positions.
Assessing applicants' knowledge, skills, and experience to best suit open positions.
Keeping up-to-date on current employment legislation and regulations and enforcing them within the company.
Providing recruitment reports to team managers.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Recruiter duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Recruiter roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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