Benefits:
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
About Challenger Sports: Challenger Sports is a leading provider of youth soccer programs and camps across North America, committed to developing players and connecting communities through the sport. With a growing network of coaches, clubs, and partners, we are expanding our internal recruitment efforts to meet rising demand across the United States.
Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and organized internal recruiter to lead the candidate search and recruitment process for both U.S.-based coaches and international students eligible for work authorization (e.g., CPT/OPT). The successful candidate will play a key role in building a robust and reliable talent pipeline by sourcing, screening, and supporting coaching candidates through the hiring process. This role will require a mix of recruiting, outreach, relationship building, and internal coordination with multiple departments including HR and Regional Directors.
Key Responsibilities: Candidate Sourcing: ● Search for and identify coaching candidates via job boards, university career portals, and LinkedIn. ● Target both U.S.-based coaches and international students (e.g., OPT/CPT) with a passion for soccer and youth development. Business Development & Outreach: ● Establish and grow relationships with U.S. universities, soccer associations, local clubs, and coaching organizations. ● Build partnerships and referral pipelines to expand the coach candidate network nationwide.
Recruitment Strategy & Coordination: ● Collaborate weekly with the Director of Recruitment to align on hiring goals, discuss open roles, and provide candidate updates. ● Review candidate profiles and resumes for current openings and schedule screening interviews.
Interviewing & Evaluation: ● Conduct initial screening interviews to assess candidate suitability based on Regional Director criteria. ● Evaluate qualifications, availability, and legal work eligibility. ● Coordinate with Regional Directors for second-round/final interviews. Onboarding Support: ● Once approved, communicate with HR to facilitate onboarding and ensure timely placement of new hires. Job Posting & Content: ● Write and manage job descriptions for open roles on the Challenger Sports careers page and relevant external platforms.
Key Skills & Competencies: ● Excellent time management and scheduling abilities ● Confident in making cold calls and initiating outreach ● Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills ● Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage a candidate pipeline ● Ability to quickly learn and clearly communicate program details and job requirements ● Comfortable using LinkedIn, job boards, applicant tracking systems, and G Suite tools ● Experience or interest in soccer and youth sports is a strong plus
Qualifications: ● 1–3 years of experience in recruiting, HR, or talent acquisition preferred ● Strong written and verbal communication skills ● Knowledge of university networks, LinkedIn search tools, or international student programs is an advantage
How to apply If you're passionate about connecting people with great opportunities and growing the sport of soccer across the U.S., we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to agreen@challengersports.com.
This is a remote position.