Internal - HUBZone

Recruitment Communications Assistant

Leesburg, Virginia
Work Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a Recruitment Communications Assistant to support hiring efforts through both candidate engagement and the development of thoughtful, effective communication strategies. This role blends recruiting support with a focus on how we connect with candidates, present opportunities, and maintain meaningful engagement throughout the hiring process.

The ideal candidate is someone who can build rapport, communicate clearly, and connect the bigger picture for candidates, ensuring they feel informed, engaged, and confident throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities
Candidate Engagement & Recruitment Support
  • Source, screen, and engage candidates for open roles
  • Partner with hiring managers to support timely hiring efforts
  • Maintain consistent, professional communication with candidates throughout the process
  • Ensure a smooth and positive candidate experience from initial outreach through offer stage
Communication Strategy and Outreach
  • Support the development of candidate outreach strategies and messaging to improve engagement and response rates
  • Draft and refine emails, call scripts, and follow-up communications that are clear, relevant, and timely
  • Contribute to approaches that help keep the organization top of mind for candidates throughout the hiring process
  • Adapt communication style and messaging based on candidate audience, role type, and stage in the process
Candidate Communication and Experience
  • Communicate role expectations and organizational context in a way that is clear, engaging, and easy to understand
  • Confidently navigate candidate questions and conversations, even when details are evolving or limited
  • Connect the bigger picture by helping candidates understand how the role fits within the team and organization
  • Bring energy and clarity to conversations, making opportunities feel approachable and meaningful
  • Navigate complex or sensitive discussions with professionalism, transparency, and good judgment
  • Build strong relationships with candidates through thoughtful, timely, and personalized communication
  • Adapt messaging based on the candidate, ensuring each interaction feels relevant and intentional
  • Support candidates through decision-making by ensuring they feel informed and confident


Qualifications
  • 1–3 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, communications, or a customer-facing sales role
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage and connect with a range of audiences
  • Ability to develop and adjust messaging based on context, audience, and goals
  • Comfortable guiding conversations and addressing candidate questions thoughtfully
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Experience supporting outreach campaigns or communication strategies
  • Background in recruiting, marketing, communications, or customer success
  • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems or CRM tools

Top Traits We're Looking For
  • Naturally Engaging – You can hold a conversation, build rapport quickly, and make interactions feel comfortable and genuine
  • Clear & Confident – You’re able to answer questions and guide conversations, even when details may still be evolving
  • Big Picture Thinker – You can connect the dots and help others understand how a role fits into a broader team or organization
  • Thoughtful Listener – You pick up on candidate concerns, hesitations, and motivations, and respond in a meaningful way
  • Professional Judgment – You know how to navigate sensitive or complex conversations with the right balance of transparency and discretion
  • Proactive & Intentional – You don’t just communicate — you think about how and when to follow up to keep things moving
  • Adaptable – You can shift your communication style and approach depending on the situation, role, or candidate

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