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As a Talent Acquisition Assistant , you'll help us recruit and attract the right candidates for our various positions. Your work is crucial and critical to our continued success. Our compensation ...

As a Talent Acquisition Assistant , you'll help us recruit and attract the right candidates for our various positions. Your work is crucial and critical to our continued success. Our compensation ...

As a Talent Acquisition Assistant , you'll help us recruit and attract the right candidates for our various positions. Your work is crucial and critical to our continued success. Our compensation ...

As a Talent Acquisition Assistant , you'll help us recruit and attract the right candidates for our various positions. Your work is crucial and critical to our continued success. Our compensation ...

Talent Acquisition Assistant

Rye, NY · On-site

$25.24 - $30.92/hr

The Talent Acquisition Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Talent Acquisition Business Partner. This role assists with job postings, candidate communications, interview ...

Talent Acquisition Coorindator will be responsible for assisting with recruiting efforts ... Manage projects, employee records, and data within systems. * Assist with pre-employment activities ...

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How much do acquisition assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for acquisition assistant in the United States is $69,310.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $77,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Acquisition Assistants?

Acquisition Assistants are professionals who support the procurement or acquisition process within an organization. Their responsibilities typically include coordinating purchasing activities, maintaining records, assisting with vendor communications, and ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulations. They often work under the supervision of acquisition managers or procurement officers, providing administrative and clerical support to facilitate smooth and efficient purchasing operations. This role is common in government, corporate, and educational settings, especially where large-scale purchasing or contract management is involved.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Acquisition Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Acquisition Assistant, you need organizational skills, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of procurement or purchasing processes, often supported by a relevant degree or administrative experience. Familiarity with procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Office Suite is typically required. Strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively coordinate with vendors and internal teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring efficient acquisition processes, compliance with regulations, and smooth workflow within the organization.

How does an Acquisition Assistant typically collaborate with other departments during the procurement process?

As an Acquisition Assistant, you’ll frequently interact with departments such as finance, legal, and operations to ensure that procurement activities align with organizational needs and compliance requirements. Collaboration often involves coordinating document reviews, gathering necessary approvals, and facilitating clear communication between stakeholders to keep acquisition projects moving efficiently. This cross-functional teamwork is essential for resolving issues quickly and maintaining transparency throughout the acquisition process. Building strong relationships with colleagues in these areas can help streamline workflows and contribute to successful project outcomes.

What is the difference between Acquisition Assistant vs Contract Specialist?

AspectAcquisition AssistantContract Specialist
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer associate's degreeBachelor's degree in business, law, or related field; often requires certification
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting procurement teamsOffice or government agency, handling contract negotiations and compliance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in government agencies, defense, and corporate procurementCommon in government, defense, and large organizations managing contracts
Comparison Search IntentYesYes

While both roles support procurement processes, Acquisition Assistants primarily provide administrative support in acquisition activities, whereas Contract Specialists focus on managing and negotiating contracts. Acquisition Assistants often handle documentation and scheduling, while Contract Specialists ensure compliance and legal aspects of contracts. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in procurement and contracting fields.

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Infographic showing various Acquisition Assistant job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,310 per year, or $33.3 per hour.
Talent Acquisition Assistant

Talent Acquisition Assistant

MCI Careers

Cockrell Hill, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

LOCATIONDallas, TXPOSITION OVERVIEW

MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs. 

At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute to the success of a globally expanding, industry-leading organization.

Join our team and help us grow! As a Talent Acquisition Assistant, you'll help us recruit and attract the right candidates for our various positions. Your work is crucial and critical to our continued success. Our compensation package and bonuses will reward you for that contribution. We will train the right fit for this position. We believe in rewarding our employees for their dedication and commitment to excellence.

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT DOES SOMEONE IN THIS ROLE ACTUALLY DO?

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you are responsible for the entire recruitment life-cycle. You will manage inbound and outbound telephone calls with potential candidates. You will complete phone interviews, schedule on-site interviews, process on-site interviews, track the hiring process within our system, and assist with the development of new recruiting processes and tools. You will complete data entry in our employee data base and manage personnel filing along with other duties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Specialist with ideas for new advertising channels, drive employee referral contests, and manage open house events.
  • Communicate with applicants via phone, email, and text
  • Multitask in a high-volume work environment without sacrificing quality
  • Navigate systems for scheduling across multiple calendars
  • Perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of hiring quality candidates in a timely manner, including criminal background checks and drug screens.
  • Complete daily and weekly reports on recruitment activities and statistics.
  • Maintain employment records.
  • Keep employee files up to date and organized efficiently.
  • Perform various tasks within the human resources systems to maintain employee information and time keeping data.
  • Stay up to date on employment laws.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

You must be confident, outgoing and self-motivated with a strong work ethic. You must be a team-oriented person who is open minded, willing to learn, and who has the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced work environment. It is also vital to be articulate, having excellent verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal abilities that allow rapport to be established with applicants are key.

Specific qualifications for the Talent Acquisition Specialist include:

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Data entry accuracy
  • Understanding of and willingness to adhere to process guidelines
  • Exceptional time management skills
  • Solid sense of ownership
  • Advanced skills with MS Office tools
  • Impeccable attendance
  • Ability to work in metrics driven, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
  • Timely, proactive, and assertive, problem-solving
  • Strong understanding of confidentiality
  • Experience in a call center environment is preferred but not required
ABOUT MCI (PARENT COMPANY)

MCI helps customers take on their CX and DX challenges differently, creating industry-leading solutions that deliver exceptional experiences and drive optimal performance. MCI assists companies with business process outsourcing, staff augmentation, contact center customer services, and IT Services needs by providing general and specialized hosting, software, staff, and services. In 2019, Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named by Inc. Magazine as Iowa's Fastest Growing Company in the State of Iowa and was named the 452nd Fastest Growing Privately Company in the USA, making the coveted top 500 for the first time. MCI's subsidiaries had previously made Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest-Growing Companies 15 times, respectively. MCI has ten business process outsourcing service delivery facilities in Georgia, Florida, Texas, New Mexico, California, Kansas, Nova Scotia, South Africa, and the Philippines.  Driving modernization through digitalization, MCI ensures clients do more for less. MCI is the holding company for a diverse lineup of tech-enabled business services operating companies. MCI organically grows, acquires, and operates companies that have synergistic products and services portfolios, including but not limited to Automated Contact Center Solutions (ACCS), customer contact management, IT Services (IT Schedule 70), and Temporary and Administrative Professional Staffing (TAPS Schedule 736), Business Process Management (BPM), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Claims Processing, Collections, Customer Experience Provider (CXP), Customer Service, Digital Experience Provider (DXP), Account Receivables Management (ARM), Application Software Development, Managed Services, and Technology Services, to mid-market, Federal & enterprise partners. MCI now employs 10,000+ talented individuals with 150+ diverse North American client partners across the following MCI brands: MCI BPO, MCI BPOaaS, MarketForce,  GravisApps, Gravis Marketing, MarchEast, Mass Markets, MCI Federal Services (MFS), OnBrand24, The Sydney Call Center, Valor Intelligent Processing (VIP), BYC Aqua, EastWest BPO, TeleTechnology, and Vinculum.

POSITION OVERVIEW

MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs. 

At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute to the success of a globally expanding, industry-leading organization.

Join our team and help us grow! As a Talent Acquisition Assistant, you'll help us recruit and attract the right candidates for our various positions. Your work is crucial and critical to our continued success. Our compensation package and bonuses will reward you for that contribution. We will train the right fit for this position. We believe in rewarding our employees for their dedication and commitment to excellence.

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT DOES SOMEONE IN THIS ROLE ACTUALLY DO?

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you are responsible for the entire recruitment life-cycle. You will manage inbound and outbound telephone calls with potential candidates. You will complete phone interviews, schedule on-site interviews, process on-site interviews, track the hiring process within our system, and assist with the development of new recruiting processes and tools. You will complete data entry in our employee data base and manage personnel filing along with other duties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Specialist with ideas for new advertising channels, drive employee referral contests, and manage open house events.
  • Communicate with applicants via phone, email, and text
  • Multitask in a high-volume work environment without sacrificing quality
  • Navigate systems for scheduling across multiple calendars
  • Perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of hiring quality candidates in a timely manner, including criminal background checks and drug screens.
  • Complete daily and weekly reports on recruitment activities and statistics.
  • Maintain employment records.
  • Keep employee files up to date and organized efficiently.
  • Perform various tasks within the human resources systems to maintain employee information and time keeping data.
  • Stay up to date on employment laws.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

You must be confident, outgoing and self-motivated with a strong work ethic. You must be a team-oriented person who is open minded, willing to learn, and who has the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced work environment. It is also vital to be articulate, having excellent verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal abilities that allow rapport to be established with applicants are key.

Specific qualifications for the Talent Acquisition Specialist include:

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Data entry accuracy
  • Understanding of and willingness to adhere to process guidelines
  • Exceptional time management skills
  • Solid sense of ownership
  • Advanced skills with MS Office tools
  • Impeccable attendance
  • Ability to work in metrics driven, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
  • Timely, proactive, and assertive, problem-solving
  • Strong understanding of confidentiality
  • Experience in a call center environment is preferred but not required
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All MCI Locations

  • Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

Subject to the program and location of the position

  • Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint.  Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
  • Must be willing to submit to drug screening.  Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.
COMPENSATION DETAILS

WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION?

At MCI, we believe that your hard work deserves recognition and reward. Our compensation and benefits packages are designed to be competitive and to grow with you over time. Starting compensation is based on experience, and we offer a variety of benefits and incentives to support and reward our team members.

What You Can Expect from MCI:

We understand the importance of balance and support, which is why we offer a variety of benefits and incentives that go beyond a paycheck. Our team members enjoy:

  • Paid Time Off: Earn PTO and paid holidays to take the time you need.
  • Incentives & Rewards: Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly contests that include cash bonuses and prizes ranging from electronics to dream vacations and sometimes even cars!
  • Health Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment, and all employees have access to MEC medical plans after just 30 days. Benefit options vary by location.
  • Retirement Savings: Secure your future with retirement savings programs, where available.
  • Disability Insurance: Short-term disability coverage is available to help protect you during unexpected challenges.
  • Life Insurance: Access life insurance options to safeguard your loved ones.
  • Supplemental Insurance: Accident and critical illness insurance
  • Career Growth: With a focus on internal promotions, employees enjoy significant advancement opportunities.
  • Paid Training: Learn new skills while earning a paycheck.
  • Fun, Engaging Work Environment: Enjoy a team-oriented culture that fosters collaboration and engagement.
  • Casual Dress Code: Be comfortable while you work.

Compensation & Benefits that Fit Your Life

MCI takes pride in tailoring our offerings to fit the needs of our diverse team across subsidiaries and locations. While specific benefits and incentives may vary by geography, the core of our commitment remains the same: rewarding effort, providing growth opportunities, and creating an environment where every employee feels valued.

If you're ready to join a company that recognizes your contributions and supports your growth, MCI is the place for you. Apply today!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations ...


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About MCI Careers

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MCI Careers is a noted global leader in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry located in Ashburn, VA, US. Recognized for delivering robust customer engagement services, tech integrations, and consulting, they serve numerous world-class brands and governmental bodies. MCI Careers was established in 2009 by Anthony Marlowe following the purchase of his prior BPO company which boasted over 3,200 employees. The company has set a mission to provide opportunities for people who seek continuous improvement and personal growth through their professional journey.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Ashburn, VA, US

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