Talent Acquisition Associate

Cogent Labs is looking for a Talent Acquisition Associate (Fresh Graduate) for its Lahore office.

Job Type: On-site

Role

The Talent Acquisition Associate will support the end-to-end recruitment process, from role definition and candidate sourcing to interview coordination and pre-onboarding. You'll work closely with hiring managers, department leads, and the HR team to help fill roles efficiently while delivering an exceptional candidate experience. You'll also leverage AI tools and automation to support a modern, data-driven, and candidate-friendly hiring process.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Fresh graduate or up to 6 months of experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or Recruitment
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail with a willingness to learn
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship experience in HR or Talent Acquisition
• Familiarity with LinkedIn and online recruitment platforms
• Basic understanding of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Exposure to AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar
• Interest in employer branding and proactive sourcing
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assist hiring managers in defining hiring requirements and recruitment timelines.
• Draft job descriptions using AI tools and post openings on HireStream, LinkedIn, Indeed, and other recruitment platforms.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and university outreach.
• Conduct initial phone screenings to assess communication skills, motivation, and role suitability.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain candidate pipelines in HireStream.
• Follow up with interviewers to ensure timely feedback is collected.
• Support pre-onboarding activities, including preparing joining emails and coordinating onboarding requirements.
• Utilize AI tools to improve sourcing, job descriptions, candidate communication, and recruitment reporting.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and documentation in HireStream, ClickUp, and Google Sheets.
• Support employer branding initiatives and recruitment campaigns.
• Prepare recruitment reports and ensure hiring trackers remain current and audit-ready.
• Ensure professional, timely, and responsive communication with candidates, hiring managers, and the HR team throughout the recruitment process.
  
  

Results %u2013 What Success Looks Like

• Recruitment activities are completed accurately and within defined timelines.
• Candidate pipelines remain healthy and well-maintained for active roles.
• Interviews are coordinated efficiently, and interviewer feedback is collected promptly.
• Recruitment records remain accurate, current, and audit-ready.
• Candidates receive a positive and professional hiring experience.
• Recruitment reports and trackers are consistently updated.
• Demonstrates continuous growth in sourcing, recruitment operations, and AI-powered hiring practices.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Reliable, responsible, and eager to learn
• Professional and responsive in all interactions
• Strong ownership and accountability
• Comfortable working on-site in a collaborative environment
• Energised by a fast-paced, growth-driven workplace
• Passionate about Talent Acquisition and representing Cogent Labs professionally