Norwegian-speaking International Freelance Recruiter
Next Job Abroad Open · verified Oct 20, 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 Norwegian-speaking applicants for overseas jobs and English-speaking candidates for roles requiring other languages
- Review CVs, interview applicants and judge whether their experience matches the role
- Keep candidates updated through hiring, then check in after placement to support onboarding
- Coordinate with the internal team on client needs and role profiles while managing your open-candidate pipeline
What you bring
- You speak Norwegian at native or near-native level and can work proficiently in English
- You have recruitment experience, with agency or international work preferred
- You can source and approach candidates through LinkedIn, social media and other channels
Who this fits
This suits an independent, organised recruiter comfortable with freelance, commission-based work and performance goals. Plan to commit around thirty to forty hours weekly; onboarding and training are paid for the first three months, followed by uncapped commission. The role is remote and offers work from anywhere.
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 Norwegian 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 Norwegian-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 Norwegian-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 Norwegian (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!