Entry Level Lead Recruiter Jobs

New grad lead recruiter jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on campus recruiting work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote settings across Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, with employers like TikTok, JD, and Paycom hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTikTok
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type80% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Early Career Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Early Career Talent Acquisition Specialist
Truist
Charlotte, North Carolina
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Internship - Talent Acquisition
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Internship - Talent Acquisition
Wells Enterprises
Le Mars, Iowa
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist
Smithfield Foods
Saint James, Minnesota
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Strategy & Corporate Development
$50k - $70k/yr
10,000+

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Healthcare Recruiting Team Lead (Sales Manager)
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Healthcare Recruiting Team Lead (Sales Manager)
Right At Home
Norfolk, Nebraska
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Talent Acquisition Specialist I - Camino Media
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Talent Acquisition Specialist I - Camino Media
Clinica Sierra Vista
Bakersfield, California
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$81k - $104k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Entry Level Lead Recruiter Job Market

Who's Hiring

TikTok6 open roles
JD1 open role
Paycom1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software10
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4
  • Education3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Construction & Real Estate2

Entry Level Lead Recruiter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level lead recruiter job?

Focus on any hands-on experience coordinating interviews, sourcing candidates, or supporting hiring managers, even from internships, campus organizations, or volunteer roles. Employers at this level look for strong communication skills, comfort with applicant tracking systems, and an ability to manage multiple open roles at once. A concise resume that highlights results, like time-to-fill improvements or candidate pipelines built, gives you a clear edge over candidates with identical experience.

Which companies hire entry level lead recruiters?

Companies hiring entry level lead recruiters right now include TikTok, JD, and Paycom, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from fast-growing organizations that need recruiting support quickly and are willing to develop candidates who show strong fundamentals and initiative.

Are there remote entry level lead recruiter jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 20% of entry level lead recruiter openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly recruiting work can be done without being on-site. New grads applying to remote roles should be ready to demonstrate self-direction and clear communication across distributed teams.

Are these new grad lead recruiter jobs?

Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad and junior positions that explicitly welcome recent graduates with limited professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or part-time recruiting work, and does not require prior team leadership. If a listing values curiosity, coachability, and organizational skills over years on the job, it is likely a strong fit for a recent graduate.

Which industries hire the most entry level lead recruiters?

Entry Level lead recruiter roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have high hiring volume and ongoing talent needs, which creates consistent demand for junior recruiters who can manage full-cycle recruiting and keep candidate pipelines moving.