Executive Recruiter

Ascendo Resources; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in New Jersey is looking for an experienced Executive Recruiter to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for clients. You will develop strong relationships with businesses, source and interview candidates, and ensure a seamless hiring experience. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience in recruiting or B2B sales. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $50,000 to $60,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in recruiting, staffing, or B2B sales, preferably in executive search.
• Strong business development and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop new client relationships through cold calling and referrals.
• Source and interview executive-level candidates.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

We are seeking an Executive Recruiter role in Woodbridge, New Jersey to join their organization on a full‑time basis. As a Full Desk Executive Recruiter, you’ll own the entire recruiting lifecycle — from business development to candidate placement. This role blends sales, relationship management, and talent acquisition, giving you the opportunity to build a thriving book of business while helping companies secure top‑tier leadership and professional talent.

You’ll drive revenue by developing strong client partnerships, understanding hiring needs, sourcing high‑quality candidates, and delivering a best‑in‑class recruiting experience for both clients and candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development / Sales

• Develop new client relationships through cold calling, networking, and referrals.
• Manage and grow existing client accounts by understanding business needs and providing tailored recruiting solutions.
• Negotiate contract terms, fees, and placement agreements.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of active and prospective clients to achieve revenue goals.
• Source, screen, and interview executive‑level and professional candidates using multiple channels (LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking events).
• Match qualified candidates to client requirements and manage the interview and hiring process.
• Prepare and present candidate profiles with detailed assessments and insights.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience from initial outreach through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure successful placements and high client satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate and organized records within CRM/ATS systems.
• Meet or exceed individual and team performance metrics and goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of experience in recruiting, staffing, or B2B sales (experience in executive search or professional staffing highly preferred).
• Strong business development and relationship‑building abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and driven by success.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, metrics‑driven environment.

Ascendo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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