SkyLift Marketing, a leading global marketing services firm based in NSTP, NUST Islamabad, is looking for a Recruitment Specialist to join their dynamic team. The company has established a strong presence with over four years of experience and more than 80 million content views, specializing in social media management for both personal and corporate brands across platforms such as Instagram and LinkedIn. Serving clients in over 17 countries, including influencers featured in renowned outlets like Forbes, NBC, BBC, and Vogue, SkyLift provides services in social media growth, content creation, and lead generation. The Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates primarily for roles including Social Media Managers, Video Editors, and Graphic Designers. This role involves close collaboration with hiring managers to address staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Candidate Sourcing: Employ a variety of sourcing techniques such as online job boards, social media channels, networking events, and employee referrals to attract qualified candidates.
Screening and Interviewing: Conduct thorough resume reviews, initial phone screenings, and schedule interviews. Perform detailed interviews to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural compatibility.
Candidate Assessment: Administer relevant tests or assessments to evaluate job-related competencies and abilities.
Collaboration with Hiring Managers: Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, assist in crafting job descriptions, and define ideal candidate profiles. Provide guidance and support throughout the recruitment process.
Candidate Relationship Management: Maintain consistent communication with candidates, keeping them informed about their application status and providing constructive feedback.
Offer Negotiation and Onboarding: Manage the offer process, negotiate employment terms, and coordinate onboarding activities to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.
Recruitment Metrics and Reporting: Monitor key recruitment indicators such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate satisfaction. Prepare and present regular reports to management to evaluate recruitment effectiveness.
Long-term Recruitment Planning: Develop and maintain a talent pipeline aligned with organizational goals, focusing on employer branding, employee retention, workforce planning, and building partnerships with universities and industry bodies.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in talent acquisition, ideally within digital marketing, IT, or business development sectors.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Familiarity with Western culture and business practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and collaborate effectively with hiring managers.
- Comfortable conducting phone calls and telephonic interviews.
Working Conditions and Additional Information
This is a full-time, on-site position based in Islamabad, with working hours from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Candidates must be able to commute reliably or relocate to Islamabad prior to joining. The role may require occasional travel to NUST, H-12 Islamabad. The office is located on the 3rd Floor, CEMTECH, NSTP, NUST H-12, Islamabad.
Compensation
- PKR 80,000 to 100,000 per month for candidates with 1-2 years of average experience and skillsets.
- PKR 110,000 to 130,000 per month for candidates with 1-2 years of relevant experience and skillsets.
Applicants should be enthusiastic about working in a recruitment-focused role and have prior experience recruiting within digital marketing, IT, or business development sectors. This position requires physical presence in the office and is not remote.