Executive Recruiter

LHH; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading recruitment firm as a Talent Partner in Portland, focusing on mid- to senior-level direct hire recruiting. You will partner with clients to develop tailored recruiting strategies, build candidate pipelines, and generate new business. The role demands strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to client service. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a competitive salary and potential bonuses.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Wellness Plans

Retirement Programs

Paid Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years recruiting experience for mid- to senior-level candidates.
• Bachelor's degree or five years of professional work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Executes full life cycle of direct hire recruiting for top-tier clients.
• Partners with clients to define hiring needs and strategies.
• Builds and maintains relationships with candidates and clients.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Microsoft Office

Customer Relationship Management Systems

Job description

Talent Partner/ Direct Sourcing / Negotiation/ Relationship Builder

Must be located in the Portland area. Come join our growing team!

The Executive Recruiter is responsible for executing the full life cycle of direct hire recruiting for top-tier, mid- to senior-level professional direct hire job orders for a variety of clients. Partners with clients to define strategic objectives and hiring needs. Analyzes hiring needs, determines the best recruiting methods, creates, and deploys client and role-specific recruiting strategies. Develops client accounts and generates new business through candidate and client leads, referrals, and various marketing methods. Builds and maintains a comprehensive candidate pipeline that addresses client needs. Serves as a subject matter expert on market trends, target industries, and roles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops client accounts and generates new business through candidate and client leads, referrals, and marketing.
2. Partners with clients to analyze hiring needs, determines the best recruiting methods, and creates and deploys client-specific recruiting strategies and marketing initiatives.
3. Stays updated on industry trends and recruiting best practices.
4. Builds expertise on target industries, clients, and roles.
5. Screens resumes and conducts behavioral-based interviews and competency evaluations.
6. Provides guidance and negotiates fee agreements with clients; completes necessary correspondence for each placement.
7. Nurtures account development for new business generation.
8. Visits clients’ offices to understand their goals and objectives.
9. Generates direct hire fees according to budgeted goals.
10. Enters and tracks assignment and candidate data in tracking and order systems.
11. Creates and manages temporary employee programs.
12. Builds and maintains relationships with passive and active candidates.
13. Establishes a network of industry contacts through professional associations and networking organizations.
14. Develops relationships with key clients and business leaders.
15. Responds to candidate, temporary employee, and client inquiries.
16. Completes candidate hiring and onboarding processes per organizational requirements.
17. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of three (3) years of recruiting experience for top-tier, mid- to senior-level candidates or relevant industry experience. A bachelor’s degree or five (5) years of professional work experience is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
• Focus on client needs with a commitment to quality and customer service.
• Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills with creative solutions.
• Business acumen and market insight.
• Understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems and Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of sourcing and recruiting trends and methodologies.
• Ability to utilize Customer Relationship Management Systems.

Our company values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, voluntary benefits, wellness plans, retirement programs, paid leave, and more.

The position offers an anticipated salary of $50,000, with potential bonuses and commissions based on performance.