Full Desk Recruiter

WilliamCharles Search Group

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

William Charles Search Group, based in Pittsburgh, is seeking an experienced 360/full-desk recruiter to drive both client development and executive placement. This role offers a clear path to Team Leader and a strong compensation package with base salary, bonuses, and uncapped commissions.

You will build relationships with mid-to-senior level finance, HR, and operations leaders, partnering with clients to understand hiring needs and deliver exceptional candidates in a collaborative, boutique

Qualifications

  • Proven success in third-party (agency) recruiting.
  • Experience managing a full desk, including recruiting and business development.
  • Demonstrated success developing new business and managing client relationships.
  • Strong executive presence and consultative communication skills.
  • Track record of meeting or exceeding recruiting and/or revenue goals.
  • Desire to grow into a leadership position within the organization.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Developing new client relationships through business development and networking.
  • Managing and growing existing client accounts.
  • Recruiting and placing senior-level professionals across Finance, HR, and Operations.
  • Conducting intake meetings with clients to understand hiring needs.
  • Sourcing, interviewing, and presenting high-quality candidates.
  • Managing executive search assignments from business development through placement.
  • Building long-term relationships with clients and candidates.
  • Using LinkedIn Recruiter, Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and PCR Recruiter to drive business and identify talent.
  • Collaborating with leadership on recruiting strategy and growth.

Skills

Business development
Executive recruitment
Client relationship management
Consultative communication
Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter
Sales Navigator
ZoomInfo
PCR Recruiter

Job description

Business Development Recruiter / Executive Recruiter (Full Desk)

Pittsburgh, PA (Downtown | Onsite Preferred)

$50,000-$55,000 Base Salary + Up to $15,000 Annual Performance Bonus + Uncapped Commission

Build a Career That Leads to Leadership

Are you an experienced agency recruiter who enjoys both recruiting and business development?

William Charles Search Group is seeking a full-desk recruiter with proven success in third-party recruiting who is ready to grow into a leadership role. This isn't simply another recruiting position—it's an opportunity to build a long-term career in executive search with a firm that has been helping organizations hire exceptional leaders for more than 25 years.

We're looking for someone who wants to become a trusted advisor to clients, develop lasting relationships, and ultimately grow into a Team Leader within the next few years.

Why William Charles Search Group?

For more than 25 years, William Charles Search Group has partnered with middle-market organizations to recruit senior-level Finance, Human Resources, and Operations leaders. As part of the Sanford Rose Associates network, we provide industry-leading training, technology, and support while maintaining the flexibility and collaboration of a boutique executive search firm.

What You'll Receive
  • Clear career path into Team Leadership
  • One-on-one mentoring from experienced executive recruiters
  • Structured onboarding and ongoing professional development
  • Access to Sanford Rose Associates and Next Level Exchange training
  • LinkedIn Recruiter, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, SourceWhale, PCR Recruiter, and additional recruiting technology
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment
  • Hybrid flexibility (onsite preferred)
  • Modern downtown Pittsburgh office with parking assistance
  • Long-term earning potential through base salary, performance bonus, and uncapped commission
What You'll Do

This is a true 360/full-desk recruiting role, where you'll be responsible for both client development and executive recruiting.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing new client relationships through business development and networking
  • Managing and growing existing client accounts
  • Recruiting and placing senior-level professionals across Finance, Human Resources, and Operations
  • Conducting intake meetings with clients to understand hiring needs
  • Sourcing, interviewing, and presenting high-quality candidates
  • Managing executive search assignments from business development through placement
  • Building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates
  • Utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and PCR Recruiter to drive business and identify talent
  • Collaborating with leadership on recruiting strategy and business growth
What We're Looking For

We're intentionally selective for this opportunity.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven success in third-party (agency) recruiting
  • Experience managing a full desk, including both recruiting and business development
  • Demonstrated success developing new business and managing client relationships
  • Strong executive presence and consultative communication skills
  • A track record of meeting or exceeding recruiting and/or revenue goals
  • The desire to grow into a leadership position within the organization
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience
What Success Looks Like

Success in this role isn't measured by activity alone—it's measured by relationships, placements, and long-term client partnerships.

You’ll receive ongoing coaching while building your own desk and expanding your business. As you continue to grow, you’ll have the opportunity to take on additional leadership responsibilities and play a key role in the continued growth of our Pittsburgh office.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an experienced agency recruiter looking to build a long-term career in executive search with a clear path toward leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Join William Charles Search Group and help organizations hire exceptional leaders while building a rewarding career of your own.

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