Recruiter

We are seeking a dedicated Recruitment Specialist to manage the end-to-end hiring process for a dynamic organization. This role involves collaborating closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, sourcing and screening candidates, and ensuring a smooth recruitment experience from requisition through to onboarding. The ideal candidate will handle a diverse range of positions across various departments, including logistics, operations, sales, finance, and support functions, with a focus on both volume hiring and specialized roles. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work onsite during evening shifts at our Bahadurabad, Karachi office.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job requisition to offer acceptance and employee joining.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to define role requirements, develop job descriptions, and establish selection criteria.
- Source candidates using multiple channels such as job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, internal databases, and industry networks.
- Screen resumes and conduct initial phone or video interviews to shortlist qualified candidates.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews, assessments, and practical tests efficiently.
- Recruit for a variety of roles including drivers, warehouse staff, dispatch, freight operations, sales, finance, and support functions.
- Handle bulk and urgent hiring needs during peak seasons or for new contracts.
- Prepare offer letters and negotiate salary and employment terms within approved budgets.
- Conduct thorough reference checks and oversee background and document verifications, including CNIC and driving license checks where applicable.
- Manage pre-joining formalities and ensure a seamless handover to the onboarding team.
- Build and maintain a talent pool for recurring and hard-to-fill positions.
- Develop and maintain relationships with job boards, universities, training institutes, and recruitment agencies.
- Promote the company’s employer brand through job advertisements, LinkedIn posts, and participation in hiring events.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or HR system.
- Track and report key recruitment metrics such as time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, offer acceptance rates, and source effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and local labor laws throughout the hiring process.
- Manage agency relationships and review agency invoices when applicable.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management to support business operations and organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree in HR is an advantage.
- 3 to 5 years of comprehensive recruitment experience, either in-house or agency-based.
- Proven track record in hiring for logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, supply chain, transport, or manufacturing sectors is preferred.
- Experience managing both blue-collar volume hiring and white-collar professional recruitment.
- Proficiency with job portals and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or HR Information Systems (HRIS).
- Strong skills in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Working knowledge of local labor laws and hiring compliance requirements.
- Ability to work onsite during evening shifts at the Bahadurabad, Karachi office.

Compensation and Work Location

The position offers a monthly salary range of Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 100,000. This role requires in-person attendance at the Bahadurabad, Karachi office during evening shift hours.