Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Manager (m/w/d)

Role brief

Location: Essen | Full-time | Permanent Hypertrics is a high-growth HR-Tech platform based in Essen that supports mid-sized companies and large corporations in strategically and sustainably filling open positions – from specialist roles to management level. For our Permanent Recruiting/Direct Placement department, we are looking for a Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Manager (m/w/d) at the earliest possible date who not only manages processes but actively shapes them – and helps us build a high-performing recruiting unit. Your Responsibilities End-to-End Recruiting: Complete, independent management of the entire recruiting process – from mandate intake and requirements analysis through active sourcing, candidate interviews and suitability assessment to client presentation and final placement Active Sourcing: Proactive, target-group-appropriate candidate outreach via LinkedIn, XING and other relevant channels – strategic, reliable and with a clear eye for potential Mandate Management: Independent management of your own search mandates in close coordination with management and our clients – with full visibility of timelines, candidate status and closing probability Candidate Care: Professional, empathetic support of candidates throughout the entire process – as a reliable point of contact until successful contract signature Job Postings & Sourcing Strategies: Development of target-group-specific sourcing strategies as well as creation, placement and continuous optimization of job postings Structure Development: Active participation in shaping and further developing our recruiting unit – including methods, processes and operational know-how Your Profile Education: Completed commercial vocational training or degree – ideally with a focus on HR, sales or communications Professional Experience: First to several years of practical recruiting experience is mandatory – ideally from a recruitment consultancy, headhunting agency or personnel services company; you know how direct placement works, understand the pressure behind mandates and bring the necessary expertise Process Understanding: You have already independently completed the full recruiting cycle – from requirements analysis through active sourcing and interviews to candidate presentation and closing support Communication Skills: Excellent German language skills and good English language skills – confident, convincing demeanor at all levels and in every conversation situation Work Style: Structured, precise and with high standards for quality and reliability – you maintain overview even with parallel mandates Personality: Sociable, self-responsible and with genuine intrinsic motivation – you actively drive processes forward rather than waiting for them Your Benefits Design Responsibility: Real scope for action and full responsibility from day one – no rigid processes, but entrepreneurial thinking at all levels Time Off: 30 days of vacation for sustainable work-life balance Flexibility: Home office options for modern, self-determined work design Equipment: MacBook Air and iPhone – professional equipment for a professional work day Health: Private supplementary health insurance with €600 annual budget Development: Internal mentor and trainer for your personal and professional development in a rapidly growing environment Corporate Culture: Flat hierarchies, short decision-making paths and genuine appreciation – in a team that recognizes and values performance Contact Hypertrics GmbH Schürmannstraße 22a 45136 Essen [Auto-translated from German]