Executive Recruiter

LHH; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k plan

PTO

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Portland, OR is seeking a highly motivated Executive Recruiter to drive new business, recruit on open roles, and build strong client relationships across industries. You will visit clients, promote staffing services, and align top executives with transformational leadership roles.

The role requires 3+ years in staffing and proven sales/recruitment success, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or 3+ years in staffing experience required or equivalent.
• 3+ years sales experience in staffing, recruitment or HR services.
• 3+ years recruitment experience with proven targets.
• Strong client relationship and executive communication skills.
• Proficiency with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities and recruit on open roles.
• Partner with C-level clients to advise on hiring strategies and transformation.
• Visit clients in person and promote staffing services across industries.
• Identify and engage executives who redefine roles and drive change.
• Lead with empathy and build authentic relationships with clients and candidates.
• Act as a brand ambassador for LHH and uphold our values.

Skills

Sales experience

Recruitment experience

Executive recruitment

Client relationships

CRM tools

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Tools

CRM tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions A Beautiful Working World!!!

Interested in working for an award-winning organization? We are very proud to share that Forbes named LHH as one of \"America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms & Best Temporary Staffing Firms for 2026\"

About the Job:

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven full desk Executive Recruiter to join our team. This individual will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, successfully recruiting on open roles, building strong client relationships, visiting clients in person and promoting our staffing and recruitment services to organizations across various industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be a Trusted Talent Strategist


• Partner with C-level clients to uncover the leadership DNA they need to evolve. Advise on hiring strategies that fuel transformation, not just transactions.


• Making Connections & Sparking Interest: Connect with potential clients through friendly outreach, engaging conversations, online research, and industry events—all to better understand their needs and share solutions that can help their business grow and succeed.


• Identify and engage high-impact executives who don't just fill roles—they redefine them. Align top-tier talent with future-forward organizations ready to lead with purpose.


• Lead with Empathy, Connect with Purpose


• Harness emotional intelligence to build authentic relationships. Listen deeply, engage meaningfully, and match leaders with roles where they can thrive and drive change.


• Be a Brand Ambassador for LHH


• Embody our Beautiful Working World vision in every touchpoint—with clients, candidates, and colleagues. Represent our values of integrity, compassion, and transformation.

Qualifications:

• Degree or 3+ years' experience in the staffing industry


• 3+ years of sales experience, preferably in the staffing, recruitment, or HR services industry.


• 3+ years of recruitment experience


• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.


• Strong understanding of staffing services and workforce solutions.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer:

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $50K-70K. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, key skills, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the position is also eligible for incentive compensation based on achievements outlined in the compensation plan.

As one of the world’s largest employers we believe in talent, not labels, and focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. We seek to foster a culture of belonging and purpose, an environment where everyone can thrive and feel engaged, and where difference is respected and valued. Our commitment to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity is part of our broader commitment to respecting fundamental human rights across our value chain. The Adecco Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At LHH, our vision is to provide a beautiful working world! With exceptional human care and innovation, we reveal the potential for beauty in the future of work. Aligned with our clients’ business strategy and culture, we craft our talent solutions to provide lasting impact.

1. About our local Portland office: Global Strength, Local Touch

Part of The Adecco Group, this office brings comprehensive talent solutions to Portland—assisting individuals, executives, and organizations with coaching, leadership development, transitions, and more. That means Portland clients get global-level expertise delivered with personalized, community-focused service.

2. Purpose-Driven Work

At LHH, you're not just filling jobs—you’re transforming lives and shaping careers. Our mission is to help people thrive in the new world of work, and every placement is part of that bigger purpose.

3. Best of Both Worlds

Enjoy the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a boutique firm combined with the stability and scale of a global organization. That means flexibility, innovation, and big-time opportunity.

4. Exceptional Training & Growth

We invest in YOU and offer a best-in-class training program and continued learning and development. LHH provides the tools, mentorship, and career pathways you need to succeed and grow professionally.

5. Human-Centered Culture

LHH prioritizes people over transactions. We have a commitment to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, plus diversity is part of our broader commitment to respecting fundamental human rights across our value chain. The Adecco Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

You’ll work with exciting companies across multiple industries—from fast-growth startups to Fortune 500 giants—making every day varied and rewarding.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Available paid leave includes Personal Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis up to 152 hours a year, 10 Paid Holidays, 1 Community Service Day, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.