Hybrid Recruiter / Account Executive

Corporate Resources of Illinois; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited commission structure

Opportunity for six-figure career

Collaborative team environment

Established brand success

Job summary

A dynamic recruiting firm is seeking a highly driven Recruiter/Account Executive in Schaumburg, Illinois. This role offers an unlimited commission structure and the opportunity to build a lucrative career by driving revenue and forming relationships with clients. Ideal candidates will possess a competitive spirit and strong communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced sales environment. Join a supportive team and directly influence your income while helping companies hire top talent.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to earn and exceed goals in a competitive environment.
• Ability to thrive in a performance-based environment.
• Previous experience in sales or recruiting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by identifying client hiring needs.
• Develop new business through outbound calls and networking.
• Source and interview candidates to match them with client opportunities.
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication.

Skills

Highly motivated and competitive personality

Excellent communication

Relationship-building skills

Sales mindset

Problem-solving ability

Job description

$50,000 – $60,000 Base + Aggressive Commission (Unlimited Earning Potential)

Year 1: $75,000 – $90,000 | Year 2: $100,000+

Monday – Friday 8am-5pm (Hybrid model- WFH Monday/Friday, in office Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday)

For more than 30 years, Corporate Resources of Illinois, a woman-owned and operated recruiting firm, has partnered with businesses across Chicagoland to secure top talent and build high-performing teams. Our mission is simple: save companies time, money, and frustration while helping them grow stronger organizations.

We are expanding our internal team and looking for a highly driven Recruiter/Account Executive who is competitive, motivated by earning potential, and thrives in a fast-paced sales environment.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who wants to control their income and build a lucrative career in recruiting and business development. The right person will be energized by closing deals, building relationships, and delivering talent solutions that make a real impact on our clients’ businesses.

In this role, you’ll have direct access to decision-makers, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and play a critical role in helping companies hire the right talent to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Drive revenue growth by building relationships with new and existing clients and identifying hiring needs.
• Prospect and develop new business through outbound calls, warm leads, referrals, and networking.
• Source, interview, and evaluate candidates to identify top talent in the market.
• Match high-quality candidates with client opportunities to create successful, long-term placements.
• Serve as a consultative partner to clients, advising them on hiring strategy, talent market trends, and candidate selection.
• Present top-tier candidates after thoroughly vetting qualifications, references, and career motivations.
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, follow-through, and exceptional service.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal recruiting teams to strengthen client engagement and grow market share.
• Track performance metrics and revenue goals while building your own book of business.

What You Bring

• Highly motivated and competitive personality with a strong desire to earn.
• Sales mindset with the drive to exceed goals and increase income.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a performance-based environment.
• Natural problem solver with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Previous experience in sales, recruiting, HR, or client services is a plus but drive and ambition matter most.

Why Join Corporate Resources?

• Unlimited commission structure – no cap on earnings
• Opportunity to build a six-figure career in recruiting and sales
• Work directly with business leaders and decision-makers
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Established brand with 30+ years of success in the Chicagoland market

If you are competitive, money-motivated, and ready to build a career where your effort directly drives your income, we want to hear from you.