Associate Sales Recruiter

Founded in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2000, Fortinet continues to be a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Securing people, devices, and data everywhere is our mission. To that end, our portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products is the largest integrated offering available, delivering proven cybersecurity everywhere you need it. More than 900,000 customers trust Fortinet solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry. 

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Corporate Recruiter with experience recruiting Sales and Sales Engineering professionals. The ideal candidate understands the competitive hiring landscape and has the ability to proactively build strong talent pipelines through creative sourcing and relationship-building strategies.

This role requires excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a passion for delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience throughout the recruitment process.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates through networking, referrals, online platforms, events, and other recruiting channels. 

• Execute recruitment strategies to support hiring goals and meet management expectations. 

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including candidate screening, interview coordination, offer negotiation, offer presentation, and closing. 

• Serve as a positive ambassador for the company by delivering a professional and engaging candidate experience. 

• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, provide market insights, and ensure timely hiring decisions. 

• Maintain consistent communication and follow-up with both candidates and stakeholders throughout the hiring process. 

• Build and maintain strong pipelines for current and future hiring needs. 

Qualifications & Skills

• 1–3 years of recruiting experience in a fast-paced environment. 

• Experience recruiting for Sales and/or Sales Engineering roles is preferred. 

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. 

• Ability to prioritize multiple roles and manage competing deadlines effectively. 

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with professionalism and diplomacy. 

• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). 

• Understanding of full-cycle recruiting processes and best practices. 

Education

• College or University degree preferred.

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. 

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. On target earnings for this position is expected to be $125,000 - $165,000 per year.  Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, and this position is also eligible for commissions based on the terms of the Sales Compensation Plan.