Associate Recruiter

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance. 
TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. 

A Brief Overview

The Associate Recruiter is a hands-on contributor responsible for supporting full lifecycle recruiting across sales functions at TriNet. This role partners closely with Recruiters, Hiring Managers, and HR Business Partners to source, assess, and hire talent while building strong recruiting fundamentals, market expertise, and stakeholder credibility. The Associate Recruiter brings strong sourcing capabilities, a passion for candidate experience, and the ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Location

Atlanta, GA (On-site)
 

What You Will Do

• Support end-to-end recruiting activities including intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer coordination, and onboarding support.

• Execute proactive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, and direct outreach to build diverse talent pipelines.

• Develop and maintain passive candidate pipelines across multiple job families and functional areas.

• Conduct resume reviews and initial candidate screens to assess skills, experience, and alignment with role requirements.

• Partner with Recruiters and Hiring Managers to ensure timely communication, feedback loops, and positive candidate experiences.

• Draft and deliver compelling outreach messaging to engage prospective candidates.

• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools to manage requisitions, candidate workflows, and reporting.

• Track recruiting activity and key metrics such as time-to-fill, pipeline health, and source effectiveness.

• Support compliance with hiring policies, employment laws, and inclusive hiring practices.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to recruiting processes, tools, and candidate experience.

• Represent TriNet’s employment brand through professional, consistent candidate interactions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
 

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
 

Experience Qualifications

• 5+ years Professional experience in recruitment or human resources preferred.

• 2–4 years of recruiting experience, either in-house or with an agency.

• Demonstrated strength in sourcing and engaging passive candidates.

• Exposure to full lifecycle recruiting across multiple role types and functions preferred.
 

Skills and Abilities

• Strong sourcing skills including Boolean search construction and talent mapping.

• Experience using applicant tracking systems and sourcing platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, iCIMS, Oracle, Eightfold, or similar).

• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Working knowledge of recruiting compliance and equitable hiring practices.

• Ability to learn and recruit across diverse functional disciplines.

• Collaborative mindset with a strong focus on candidate experience.
 

Work Environment

Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office or home setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The preferred location for this role is Atlanta, GA, and the salary range for this location is $52,500.00 to $88,625.00.  All qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role, based in Atlanta.  All qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and consider relocation to Atlanta and may be considered for remote hire at the company’s discretion. The candidate’s final salary offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, education, work location and experience. 

A candidate’s compensation may also include bonuses consistent with TriNet’s corporate bonus plan. 

Additionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, TriNet offers permanent full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, a 401(K) savings plan, an employee stock purchase plan, eleven (11) Company observed holidays, PTO and a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information about our benefits offerings:  https://www.trinet.com/documents/blt5b61a1040aae1904 

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires accommodation during the application process should contact [email protected]  to request such accommodation.