Full-Desk Recruiting Contractor

LGC Staffing; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a driven 1099 Full-Desk Recruiter with a focus on legal or hospitality recruiting. This fully remote role allows scalability in earnings through high commission opportunities while providing essential support in marketing, backend functions, and training. Ideal candidates thrive independently while delivering consistent results, ensuring a successful recruiting desk that contributes to long-term growth.

Benefits

High Commission, No Cap

Full Flexibility

Back-End Support

Marketing & Branding

Training & Playbooks

Niche Options

Growth Path

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in full-desk recruiting or similar role.
• Strong industry knowledge in legal or hospitality recruiting.
• Demonstrated ability in client acquisition and placement.

Responsibilities

• Source new client opportunities through outreach and networking.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting process including candidate screening.
• Keep accurate records in ATS/CRM and hit weekly recruiting goals.

Skills

Client Development

Candidate Recruitment

Communication

Organizational Skills

Job description

1099 Full-Desk Recruiter (Remote – Legal or Hospitality Focus)

Overview:

We’re looking for a driven, entrepreneurial 1099 Full-Desk Recruiter to join our team. This fully remote, commission-based role is ideal for experienced recruiters who want to run their own desk, control their income, and specialize in either legal or hospitality recruiting.

You’ll be responsible for both business development and candidate placement—generating your own leads, managing client relationships, and delivering top talent in competitive markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Development

• Source and engage new client opportunities through cold outreach, networking, and referrals
• Conduct discovery calls to understand hiring needs and present customized recruiting solutions
• Build lasting partnerships with law firms, restaurant groups, hotel brands, or related industry leaders

Candidate Recruitment

• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process: intake, sourcing, screening, submittals, interview prep, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination
• Leverage job boards, internal databases, and direct outreach to identify top candidates
• Maintain a strong understanding of niche-specific roles (e.g., litigators, case managers, general managers, chefs, etc.)

Process Management

• Keep accurate records in the ATS/CRM and stay on top of pipeline activity
• Hit weekly goals for outreach, submittals, and interviews scheduled
• Work independently but receive support through coaching, systems, and shared tools

What We Offer:

• High Commission, No Cap – Earn a generous commission split on every placement with no ceiling
• Full Flexibility – Work from anywhere and set your own schedule
• Back-End Support – We handle invoicing, collections, and contracts so you can focus on recruiting
• Marketing & Branding – Use proven outreach tools and gain instant credibility through our established firm
• Training & Playbooks – Access recruiting and sales frameworks to sharpen your performance
• Niche Options – Specialize in legal (attorneys, case managers, litigation support) or hospitality (GMs, AGMs, chefs, operations leaders)
• Growth Path – Build your desk into a team, develop client accounts, or carve out your niche under a respected brand

Commission Structure:

• Start by earning up to 50% of every placement fee, with the opportunity to unlock up to 60% as you hit key billing milestones. Your earning potential is unlimited and directly tied to your performance-no caps, no ceilings.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses and client handoff opportunities as you grow

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in full-desk recruiting or a similar agency role is strongly preferred
• Industry knowledge in hospitality or legal recruiting is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to land clients and close placements
• Strong communication, follow-through, and organizational skills
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

• Want true ownership of your recruiting desk and income
• Are confident selling and sourcing in competitive industries
• Value flexibility but still deliver consistent results
• Are building something long-term and want a firm that grows with you

Interested?

If you're ready to build your desk, close deals, and work with a team that respects your hustle, apply now to start the conversation. We’ll help you hit the ground running.

Let me know if you'd like to list projected income ranges, add tiered commission info, or include a client list for either vertical.