Talent Acquisition Associate

Hamster Garage is a dynamic partner management agency based in Chicago, specializing in the partnerships and affiliates channel. Our expertise includes affiliate marketing, AEO and AI visibility, brand partnerships, podcasts, influencer marketing, and more. We collaborate with high-growth, innovative brands such as Tesla, Coinbase, Slack, Uber, Xero, and Masterclass. As a lean, growth-oriented agency, we focus on helping these brands meet their acquisition goals. With an expanding global client base, we are looking to broaden our footprint internationally and evolve our business model.

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Associate to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for all positions at Hamster Garage. This role is based in our Lahore Daftarkhwan Downtown office and requires working hours aligned with Central Time (7 p.m. to 4 a.m. Pakistan Standard Time). The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys taking ownership, and is eager to learn about diverse markets worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
- Build and maintain long-term talent pools for recurring or critical roles to ensure readiness when hiring demands arise.
- Deliver a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
- Coordinate interview scheduling and maintain clear communication with candidates.
- Lead various HR projects during periods of low hiring activity.

Required Qualifications

- 0-1 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to source and engage high-quality candidates effectively.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Why Join Hamster Garage?

Hamster Garage offers a unique approach to Partnership Marketing through an in-house marketing incubation team. Our founder’s experience working internally at one of the world’s largest tech hospitality brands and collaborating with top agencies highlighted a gap in talent quality. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class service and strategy by leveraging top-tier talent.

Joining our team means becoming part of a fast-growing, passionate group dedicated to marketing excellence. You will have the opportunity to contribute to special projects and task forces, helping shape the company’s future while fulfilling your core responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in talent acquisition within a vibrant and innovative agency environment.