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... for candidate experience and representation of Lyft. Experience * 4-6 years of experience in recruitment coordination or talent acquisition operations, with some experience leading or mentoring ...

... for candidate experience and representation of Lyft. Experience * 4-6 years of experience in recruitment coordination or talent acquisition operations, with some experience leading or mentoring ...

Associate Recruiter

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$47K - $57K/yr

Candidate Experience & Coordination : Manage scheduling logistics, maintain consistent communication with candidates, and ensure a seamless and thoughtful interview experience from application ...

Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on factors including the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and location, in accordance with applicable New York law.

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How much do candidate experience jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for candidate experience in the United States is $34.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Candidate Experience?

Candidate Experience refers to the overall perception and feelings that job applicants have about an employer’s hiring process, from the initial application through interviews and onboarding. It encompasses every interaction a candidate has with an organization, including communication, feedback, and the ease or difficulty of the process. A positive candidate experience can enhance an employer’s reputation and attract top talent, while a negative experience may deter candidates and impact employer branding. Many organizations now prioritize improving candidate experience to remain competitive in talent acquisition.

How does a Candidate Experience professional collaborate with hiring managers and recruiters to improve the recruitment process?

Candidate Experience professionals work closely with hiring managers and recruiters to ensure that every step of the recruitment process is clear, efficient, and positive for job candidates. They often facilitate communication between teams, provide feedback on interview processes, and help design touchpoints that make candidates feel valued and informed. By gathering candidate feedback and analyzing data, they identify pain points and implement improvements, such as streamlining interview scheduling or enhancing onboarding materials. This collaborative approach not only improves candidate satisfaction but also helps companies attract top talent and build a strong employer brand.

What is the difference between Candidate Experience vs Recruiter?

AspectCandidate ExperienceRecruiter
Primary FocusEnsuring a positive journey for job applicantsFinding, screening, and hiring suitable candidates
Work EnvironmentHR, Talent Acquisition, Candidate RelationsHR, Talent Acquisition, Staffing Agencies
Required CredentialsHR certifications, communication skillsHR certifications, recruiting experience
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across all industries to improve hiring experienceUsed in recruiting firms and corporate HR teams

Candidate Experience focuses on creating a positive journey for applicants during the hiring process, emphasizing communication and engagement. Recruiters, on the other hand, are responsible for sourcing and selecting candidates. While both roles are interconnected, Candidate Experience aims to enhance the applicant's perception, whereas Recruiters focus on filling roles efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Candidate Experience roles, and why are they important?

To excel in a Candidate Experience role, you need a solid understanding of recruitment processes, strong communication abilities, and experience in human resources or talent acquisition. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HR management software, and common survey or feedback tools is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, and problem-solving are crucial to build trust with candidates and address their concerns effectively. These competencies ensure a positive and seamless experience for job applicants, enhancing employer branding and supporting successful hiring outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Candidate Experience job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,535 per year, or $34.9 per hour.
Candidate Experience Lead

Candidate Experience Lead

Lyft

Nashville, TN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Lyft rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 9 rated taxi private hire


Job description

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

This is a hands-on leadership role sitting at the centre of how Lyft's talent acquisition team operates day-to-day. You'll lead the coordination team - setting the standard for scheduling excellence, coaching your team through complex challenges, and partnering across TA to remove friction from the candidate journey.

This role is roughly half people management and coaching, half active contribution to scheduling and team projects. The right person is someone who leads from the front: credible on the tools, invested in their team, and genuinely curious about what better looks like.

Responsibilities:
  • Establish and hold the team accountable to scheduling SLAs - turnaround times, ticket pickups, interview confirmations - while building the environment where those standards are sustainable, not just enforced. 
  • Spotting the process gaps before they become escalations, using data to back your decisions, and asking regularly whether manual work can be simplified, automated, or eliminated. When you identify an opportunity, you don't just flag it - you drive it through to implementation.
  • Coach and develop individual contributors: onboarding new team members, identifying skill gaps, providing specific and actionable feedback on a regular basis. Part of that coaching is helping the team build comfort with new tools and ways of working - you model curiosity about process improvement and bring the team along with you, rather than leaving them to catch up.
  • Proactively seek feedback, identify where the scheduling or communication process is letting candidates down, and drive the changes needed to fix it. Some of those changes will be human - better communication, clearer ownership. Some will be structural - smarter use of automation and tooling to reduce lag, cut repetitive work, and free up the team's attention for the interactions that actually benefit from a person behind them.
  • Know the tools deeply - scheduling systems, coordination workflows, data hygiene, automation capabilities - and you use that knowledge to mentor, evaluate, and improve, not just to manage. You'll contribute to workstreams that sit beyond your immediate team, supporting TA OKRs and process improvement initiatives that benefit the wider organization.
  • Build and nurture partnerships with Talent Acquisition leaders and Hiring teams on behalf of the recruiting coordination team. You are a strong and productive collaborator who drives and adapts team strategy to maintain excellent logistical candidate management, nurture strong interviewing practices, and advocate for candidate experience and representation of Lyft.
Experience
  • 4-6 years of experience in recruitment coordination or talent acquisition operations, with some experience leading or mentoring others
  • Strong working knowledge of scheduling systems and coordination tooling, with genuine attention to data integrity
  • Experience identifying and implementing process improvements or automation - you've made work measurably better, not just tidier on paper
  • Comfortable using metrics to identify problems and evaluate solutions - you don't need a dashboard built for you to ask the right questions
  • A track record of giving feedback that lands well: specific, constructive, and delivered with care
  • Able to balance competing priorities without dropping the ball on fundamentals
  • A collaborative instinct - you build trust with recruiters, hiring managers, and candidates alike, and you're known for following through
Benefits:
  • Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
  • Mental health benefits
  • Family building benefits
  • Child care and pet benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future
  • In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
  • 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
  • Subsidized commuter benefits
  • Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule following the establishment of a Lyft office in Nashville - Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the Nashville area is $72,160 - $90,200 not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.


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At Lyft, our mission is to improve people's lives with the world's best transportation. To do this, we start with our own community by creating an open, inclusive, and diverse organization.

Industry

Ground public transportation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

2012

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