Full cycle recruiting refers to the entire recruiting process. The term is often used to describe a recruiter or HR person who can complete every step: a full cycle recruiter. This steps include: Taking the hiring manager’s job requisition Developing a clear job description and identifying must-haves and nice-to-haves for the new hire Placing a listing for the role on job boards, advertising the opening on social media, or sourcing candidates Screening candidates and preparing the hiring manager to interview them Presenting an offer to finalists and negotiating its details with them Preparing the hire to start the job