Contract Recruiter Jobs in Massachusetts
Contract Recruiter jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in life sciences, financial services, technology, and healthcare across a range of levels from early-career sourcers through senior talent acquisition specialists. Boston, Cambridge, and Burlington anchor the largest share of openings, where organizations like Fidelity Investments, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Raytheon Technologies regularly bring on contract recruiters to support high-volume and specialized hiring cycles. The most sought-after specialties in the state are life sciences recruiting, technical sourcing, and healthcare talent acquisition. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our employees are at the heart of what we do: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you are bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community.
Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are. At Intact, we commit to supporting you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our promise to you.
Who we are
At Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, we are experts at what we do in protecting what makes businesses unique. Our deep understanding of the specialty insurance market is the foundation for our customized solutions, backed by targeted risk control and claims services. Our employees are passionate about providing insurance coverage that’s aligned to our targeted customer groups.
Intact’s Global Specialty Lines business spans across more than 20 verticals in four distinct markets: U.S., Canada, UK and Europe. The following opportunity is for our U.S. team.
The opportunity
We currently have an opportunity for a Recruiting Coordinator - Contract to join our Corporate HR team in our Canton, MA on a hybrid schedule. This is a 3 month contract role. The Recruiting Coordinator provides recruiting support for the Talent Acquisition Team. Some of the Recruiting Coordinator responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supports recruiting activities for the team. Coordinates all interview logistics including; scheduling, candidate travel arrangements and responding to candidate inquiries.
- Acts as the systems administrator for the Recruiting applicant tracking system (ATS). Serves as day-to-day liaison to the vendor and troubleshoots manager issues as needed.
- Works with Internal Audit on semi-annual background checks audit process.
- Coordinates all job postings on job boards (job boards with contracts in place and also with a variety of niche job boards and sites). Produces weekly requisition reports.
- Supports post selection activities including offer letters and new hire paperwork. Enters data and manages activities associated with background checks.
- Supports other HR areas as needed.
Minimum Requirements/Essential Functions
- Ability to demonstrate analytical, decision making, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively using oral and written communication in various forms including video.
- Must be able to work both independently, as a member of a team, and have the ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals.
- Must have a sense of urgency, attention to detail and
- Demonstrate proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office suite, Survey Monkey and other systems utilized by the department.
- Must maintain a high level of accuracy and follow-through on commitments.
- Requires the ability to maintain confidential information.
- Capable and willing to adopt to changes as needed.
- Ability to follow work instructions as directed.
- Ability to stay focused and productive during required working hours.
- Respond to internal and external clients as established by department guidelines.
The expertise you bring
- 3-5 years administrative support experience, preferably in a recruiting department or HR function
- Associates Degree preferred.
Pay rate: $34 - $39/hourly
This position will remain posted until a final candidate is selected. Once the role is filled, this job posting will be removed
Why choose Intact
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Our commitment to Diversity: Founded in our values, we see diversity as a strength and aspire to create an environment where everyone can be themselves, grow and succeed. Together, we will stand up for what’s right to build an inclusive society.
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Our promise to you
Our Values are foundational to our success at Intact. You’ll make a difference every day when you live our Values, do your best work, are open to change, and invest in yourself.
In return, we promise you support, opportunities, and performance-led financial rewards in a flexible work environment where you can:
- Shape the future: Help us lead an insurance transformation to better protect people, businesses, and society.
- Win as a team: Collaborate with inspiring people to do your best work every day and together, stand up for what is right.
- Grow with us: Refresh and reinvent your skills, learn from our diverse teams, lift others up, and grow.
About Intact
At Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions we are experts at what we do. Our deep understanding of the specialty insurance market is the foundation for our customized solutions, backed by targeted risk control and claims services. Our employees are passionate about providing insurance coverage that’s aligned to our targeted customer groups. Today, we help protect over a dozen industries with tailored coverages and services.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract recruiter jobs across Massachusetts.
- Two or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate or agency environment
- Demonstrated experience sourcing candidates through applicant tracking systems such as Workday or Taleo
- Proven ability to recruit for technical, clinical, or regulated roles specific to Massachusetts industries
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field preferred by most Massachusetts employers
- Familiarity with Massachusetts employment law including the state pay equity and non-compete statutes
- Experience supporting high-volume hiring campaigns within life sciences, healthcare, or financial services sectors
Contract Recruiter Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a contract recruiter in Massachusetts?
Contract recruiting in Massachusetts requires no state-issued license, so the path centers on building a recognized credential and relevant experience. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or psychology, along with demonstrated full-cycle recruiting experience. Earning a credential such as the Professional in Human Resources from HRCI or the SHRM Certified Professional strengthens a candidacy significantly. Massachusetts-based staffing firms and corporate talent teams are the most common entry points for contract roles.
How much do contract recruiters make in Massachusetts?
Contract recruiters in Massachusetts earn a median of about $85,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,500 for the lowest 10% to over $145,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire contract recruiters in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring contract recruiters in Massachusetts right now include Tulip Interfaces, Anduril, and Syner-G BioPharma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of life sciences companies, hospital systems, and financial services firms means contract recruiter demand tends to be consistent and cyclical rather than purely project-based.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most contract recruiter jobs?
Somerville, Boston, and Canton have the most contract recruiter openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge drive the largest share of demand given their concentration of biotech employers, major hospital networks, and financial services headquarters, while Burlington and Waltham draw significant volume from the technology and defense contractors clustered along Route 128.
Are there remote contract recruiter jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of contract recruiter openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that much of the work, sourcing, screening, and coordination, is conducted digitally. Roles that involve heavy onsite collaboration with hiring managers or support regulated environments like hospital systems tend to require at least a hybrid arrangement.
How can I get hired as a contract recruiter in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a recruiting coordinator or HR administrator role inside a Massachusetts staffing agency or large employer, where you support sourcers and senior recruiters before moving into an independent contract capacity. Boston-area staffing firms regularly hire coordinators without prior recruiting experience, and large Massachusetts healthcare systems such as Partners HealthCare run HR rotational programs that include talent acquisition exposure. Earning a SHRM-CP early gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to contract roles.
Where can I find and apply to contract recruiter jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to contract recruiter jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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