What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recruiter (Independent Contractor – 1099) position at Vendor Connect?
Overview: Vendor Connect is seeking a motivated and resourceful Remote Recruiter to support our hiring needs on a contract basis. This is a 1099 independent contractor role, not a W-2 employee position. As such, you will operate as a self-employed professional responsible for your own taxes and benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Source candidates through online platforms, networking, and direct outreach.
- Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess qualifications.
- Coordinate with hiring managers to understand role requirements and provide candidate recommendations.
- Manage candidate pipelines and maintain accurate records of recruitment activities.
- Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Requirements:
- 1–2 years of prior recruitment experience required, ideally in a high-volume setting and/or within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industries.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport quickly.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Access to reliable internet and necessary tools to perform recruiting tasks.
- Willingness to travel up to 10–15% as needed for meetings, events, or recruitment activities.
Contract Details:
- This is a 1099 independent contractor position.
- Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and benefits.
- Compensation is based on experience.
- Flexibility to set your own schedule while meeting agreed deadlines and deliverables.