Corporate Recruiter (Contract)

Date:  Sep 16, 2026
Location: 

Fountain Valley, CA, US, 92708

Job Req ID:  4211
We are seeking a results-driven Corporate Recruiter (Contract) to support full-cycle recruiting efforts across Hyundai Motor America. This role will partner closely with hiring managers and HR stakeholders to identify, attract, and hire top talent across a variety of functions and levels. The Corporate Recruiter will manage the end-to-end recruitment process, deliver an exceptional candidate experience, and help drive hiring initiatives that support organizational growth.

The ideal candidate is a proactive recruiter with strong sourcing capabilities, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruitment
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination.
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
  • Maintain a high level of communication with candidates and stakeholders throughout the hiring process.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations to hiring teams regarding talent market trends, candidate availability, and hiring best practices.

Candidate Sourcing & Talent Pipelines
  • Proactively source and engage qualified candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, networking, and other recruiting channels.
  • Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
  • Conduct candidate outreach and screening to assess qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.

Stakeholder Partnership
  • Develop strong relationships with hiring managers and HR partners to ensure alignment throughout the recruitment process.
  • Facilitate interview scheduling and candidate feedback discussions.
  • Support hiring managers with interview best practices and candidate evaluation.

Recruiting Operations
  • Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting activity within the applicant tracking system.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and recruitment procedures.
  • Prepare recruitment reports and provide updates on hiring activity, pipeline health, and hiring progress.
  • Support special recruiting projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Required Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably within a corporate environment.
  • Experience recruiting across multiple functions and organizational levels.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong sourcing and candidate engagement skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities.
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Proficiency in applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience recruiting within the automotive, manufacturing, technology, or corporate services sectors.
  • Experience supporting high-volume recruiting initiatives.
  • Familiarity with SuccessFactors or similar applicant tracking systems.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and recruiting compliance requirements.

Contract Details
  • Contract position
  • Work model: onsite
  • Duration: 1 year

The Corporate Recruiter serves as a trusted talent advisor, helping Hyundai attract and hire exceptional talent while delivering a positive experience for candidates and hiring leaders.
 


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