Business Services Consultant - Employer Relations

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Business Services Consultant in New Jersey to conduct job matching, develop opportunities for candidates, and maintain strong employer relationships within the local labor market.

The role involves helping employers recruit and place qualified applicants, coordinating job fairs, and collaborating with case management staff to support placements and service quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 2 years' related work experience (B2B sales, marketing, customer service, staffing or recruiting).
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service skills with presentation/public speaking experience.
• Familiarity with local communities and knowledge of local needs and resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends.
• Sales or staffing experience preferred.
• Ability to work well in teams and independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer requirements.
• Develops a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates.
• Establishes and maintains active and frequent contact with employers.
• Develops and maintains detailed knowledge of the local labor market.
• Establishes rapport with area businesses; maintains ongoing relationships with businesses.
• Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives.
• Assists employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants.
• Maintains a current listing of local job opportunities.
• Keeps project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities.
• Works with case management staff to facilitate job placements.
• Enlists cooperation of community and business leaders to help increase awareness of available workforce services in the community.
• Maintains follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement.
• Arranges for employers to speak to candidates about employment and employer expectations.
• Sets up job fairs and employer hiring events.
• Flexible to occasionally work outside of normal business hours for events and/or to meet deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Public speaking

Teamwork

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Knowledge of labor market trends

Sales or staffing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or 2 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Business Services Consultant in New Jersey to conduct job matching, develop opportunities for candidates, and maintain strong employer relationships within the local labor market.

The role involves helping employers recruit and place qualified applicants, coordinating job fairs, and collaborating with case management staff to support placements and service quality improvement.