Position:Telecom Recruitment Specialist – R&D Focus Location:Remote (Worldwide) Experience:6+ years in recruitment with a focus on Telecom R&D technical roles Industry:Telecommunication R&DAbout the Role We are seeking a seasoned recruitment professional to support global hiring initiatives for technical roles within the telecommunications R&D space. This role is heavily focused on stakeholder engagement, candidate evaluation, and acting as a strategic liaison between hiring managers and top technical talent. You will work closelywith our Senior Technical Recruiter in direct communication with telecom and R&D clients , building meaningful relationships and ensuring that the right talent is placed in highly specialized roles that shape the future of telecom innovation.Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder & Client Management Collaborate directly with clients and internal recruitment leads to understand hiring needs and project goals Work alongside our Senior Technical Recruiter in client communications, aligning on priorities and strategic direction Build and nurture strong, consultative relationships with hiring managers and senior stakeholders Understand technical team structures, business objectives, and workforce planning needs Deliver regular progress updates, market feedback, and strategic insights to clients and internal teams Candidate Screening & Evaluation Conduct in-depth assessments to evaluate candidates' technical backgrounds, project experience, and domain expertise Match candidate profiles with specific R&D roles such as RF engineering, software and hardware development, AI/ML applications in telecom, and core network technologies Collaborate with hiring managers to refine job briefs, success profiles, and selection criteria Guide candidates through the hiring process, ensuring a professional and informed experience Technical & Industry Insight Demonstrate a strong understanding of telecom R&D domains including 5G/6G technologies, Open RAN, AI/ML, IoT, edge computing, and telecom infrastructure Communicate effectively with technical stakeholders to ensure precision in recruitment targeting Stay current with industry advancements, emerging technologies, and competitor trendsRequirements: Minimum of 6+ years of experience in technical recruitment and stakeholder management within the telecom or R&D sectors Proven ability to collaborate with hiring managers and manage complex stakeholder relationships Strong technical understanding of telecom roles and R&D environments Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to manage multiple requisitions and quickly adapt to evolving client needs High level of professionalism, discretion, and critical thinking in high-impact recruitment projects Fluency in English is requiredPreferred Qualifications: Experience hiring for global telecom leaders such as Huawei, Ericsson, or Nokia Background in technical recruitment for complex and evolving R&D teams Exposure to multinational hiring strategies and culturally diverse client environments
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Telecom Recruitment Specialist – R&D Focus