Finnish-speaking International Freelance Recruiter
Next Job Abroad Open · verified Oct 24, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Next Job Abroad. Remote, Spain · contract.
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What you'll do
- Find Finnish-speaking candidates for overseas roles and English-speaking applicants for jobs requiring other languages
- Review CVs, interview applicants and judge their fit for each role
- Keep candidates informed through recruitment and check in after placement to support onboarding
- Coordinate with the internal team on client requirements, while managing your candidate pipeline and open vacancies
What you bring
- You speak Finnish at native or near-native level and are proficient in English
- You have prior recruitment experience and can source and headhunt through LinkedIn or social media
- You can organize your own work and are comfortable with freelance, commission-based pay
Who this fits
This remote freelance role suits someone who can work independently and consistently, with around thirty to forty hours available each week. The first three months include paid onboarding and training; afterward, compensation is commission-based.
From the employer
Join our growing team at Next Job Abroad!
Do you have experience in sales, customer service, recruitment, or a similar people-focused role? Are you fluent in Finnish and thrive when working independently with clear goals? We’re looking for a motivated and ambitious freelance recruiter to join our international team and help connect candidates with exciting job opportunities abroad.
About the Role
As a Finnish-speaking International Freelance Recruiter, you’ll play a key role in our international recruitment projects. This is a remote freelance position with a strong focus on performance and independence.
During your first three months, you’ll receive a paid onboarding and training period, where you’ll get hands-on guidance, tools, and support while learning our processes and building your candidate pipeline. After this period, the role continues on a commission basis – with no earning cap.
You should be comfortable dedicating around 30–40 hours per week, as success in this role depends on consistency and commitment.
Responsibilities
- Source and headhunt Finnish-speaking candidates for roles abroad
- Source and headhunt candidates in English for various language-based roles
- Screen CVs, conduct interviews, and assess candidates’ suitability
- Maintain communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process
- Collaborate with the internal team to understand client needs and job profiles
- Manage your own pipeline and work proactively to fill open roles
- Follow up with candidates after placement to ensure smooth onboarding
Requirements
- Fluent in Finnish (native or near-native level) and proficient in English
- Previous experience in recruitment (agency or international setting preferred)
- Comfortable working in a freelance, commission-based environment
- Skilled in sourcing and headhunting (especially via LinkedIn and social media)
- Self-driven, organised, and able to work independently
- Passionate about helping people take the leap to work abroad
Benefits
- Paid onboarding period (first 3 months) – learn, grow, and earn while training
- Uncapped commission after the initial period – your effort defines your income
- Full flexibility – work remotely from anywhere
- Supportive and collaborative international team
- A meaningful role helping others start their journey abroad
- Opportunity for long-term collaboration
Ready to join us?
If you’re ambitious, structured, and ready to take charge of your own success – we’d love to hear from you!
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