Associate – Renewable Energy Recruitment

Inventure Recruitment is seeking an Associate for Renewable Energy Recruitment in Marina Del Rey, CA. This entry-level position focuses on headhunting and managing candidates for renewable energy roles. Responsibilities include sourcing candidates, conducting market research, maintaining candidate organization, and managing the recruitment process. Associates will undergo training at Inventure Academy to develop their skills. This is a non-exempt, hourly role with no client-facing duties.
Company: Inventure Recruitment

Position Title: Associate – Renewable Energy Recruitment

Company Overview:

Inventure Recruitment is a dynamic recruitment agency specializing in the renewable energy sector. Our mission is to connect top-tier talent with forward-thinking organizations committed to sustainable energy solutions. As an Associate, you will be the key player in our recruitment process, supporting the team by identifying, sourcing, and managing candidates for renewable energy positions, laying the foundation for future career progression within our company.

Position Overview:

The Associate role is an entry-level position designed as a stepping stone toward more senior positions within the company. During the trial period, Associates will focus exclusively on headhunting candidates for various roles within the renewable energy industry. You will apply the core techniques learned through Inventure Academy, leverage our 8-Step Sales Process, and engage in market mapping and research to identify top talent. This is a non-exempt, hourly position, where you will focus solely on candidate sourcing and execution with no client-facing responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Headhunting & Candidate Sourcing:
• Use advanced headhunting strategies to identify, source, and engage high-quality candidates for renewable energy roles, using various tools, databases, and networks.
• Apply the teachings from Inventure Academy to execute an efficient candidate search, including market mapping, cold calling, and outreach via email and social media platforms like LinkedIn.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify potential candidate pools, industry trends, and talent gaps, ensuring that sourcing efforts are aligned with current and future industry needs.
• Actively source candidates who meet the specific skillset and experience required by the roles, ensuring a strong match with client specifications.
• Engage with passive candidates through direct outreach, maintaining a professional and engaging communication style to generate interest in open opportunities.

Managing Candidates through the Recruitment Process:
• Maintain a high level of organization throughout the recruitment process, tracking candidates in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensuring timely follow-ups.
• Qualify candidates through initial screening calls, evaluating their suitability based on skills, experience, and alignment with role requirements.
• Manage the candidate pipeline, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience throughout the process from initial contact to offer stage.
• Schedule interviews, gather candidate feedback, and provide ongoing communication to keep candidates informed about the status of their applications.

Closing Offers & Meeting Targets:
• Once candidates are selected, manage offer negotiations and facilitate the offer closing process, ensuring the candidate accepts and prepares to transition into their new role.
• Regularly meet or exceed recruitment goals, contributing to the team's overall success and ensuring the timely filling of positions.
• Track performance metrics to evaluate headhunting effectiveness, reporting on KPIs such as time-to-fill, candidate quality, and engagement levels.

Training & Development:
• Participate in Inventure Academy, an intensive onboarding program where you will learn the 8-step sales process and recruitment best practices.
• Continuously refine your headhunting and sourcing techniques with ongoing training and mentorship from senior consultants.
• Apply the principles and methods taught in Inventure Academy to ensure the recruitment process is streamlined and effective.

Requirements:
• A strong interest in recruitment, the renewable energy sector, and a passion for finding top talent.
• Previous experience in sales, customer service, or recruitment is a plus but not required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and persuade candidates at various levels.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills, able to juggle multiple candidate pipelines at once.
• bility to work independently, follow processes, and stay self-motivated to achieve performance targets.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with a keen ability to problem-solve and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms such as LinkedIn, job boards, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Compensation & Benefits:
• Base Salary: The average annual base salary for this role is $50,000, with the potential for growth based on performance.
• Commission Structure: In addition to the base salary, you will have the opportunity to earn quarterly commissions ranging from 10% to 55% on placements made, based on your performance and achievements.
• Incentive Program: Quarterly performance incentives tied to meeting and exceeding recruitment targets.
• Professional Development: Access to Inventure Academy for training, mentorship, and continued learning in recruitment, sales, and the renewable energy industry.
• Pathway to Growth: The Associate role is a trial period with the potential to transition into a Senior Consultant role once proven success in headhunting and recruitment is demonstrated.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with ample opportunities for feedback and support to help you succeed.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling with the potential for remote work as the role progresses.

Note: This position is an important entry-level role that serves as a trial period with the opportunity to graduate into a more senior, client-facing role upon demonstrating competence in the recruitment process and achieving key performance metrics.