Junior Recruiter

Five Star Hiring, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast advancement opportunities

Strong commission potential

Mentorship and hands-on experience

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Junior Recruiter to join their team. This entry-level role offers a structured training program to develop recruitment expertise and transition into client-facing responsibilities. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong communication skills and a desire to grow in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a base salary of $45,000-$50,000 and potential first-year earnings of $80,000-$90,000. Join a team that invests in your career growth and success.

Qualifications

• Ambitious individuals with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communicators who can engage confidently.
• Self-starters who thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Complete an in-office structured training program.
• Generate calls and CVs during initial training.
• Transition into business development and client-facing responsibilities.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Education

Recent graduate or early career professional

Job description

Junior Recruiter – Entry Level

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Compensation: $45,000–$50,000 base with $80,000–$90,000 first-year OTE

What You’ll Do

• Complete an in-office, structured training program designed to build recruitment expertise
• Focus on the candidate side for the first eight weeks, generating calls and CVs
• Transition into business development and client-facing responsibilities after initial training
• Develop industry-specific knowledge in either financial services or defense tech
• Work closely with experienced recruiters to learn best practices and accelerate your career growth

What You’ll Gain

• Transparent promotion criteria with potential for fast advancement
• Opportunity to earn strong commissions and grow your on-target earnings
• Mentorship and hands-on experience in recruitment, business development, and client management

Who We’re Looking For

• Recent graduates or early career professionals with ambition and a strong work ethic (preferably former student-athletes)
• Excellent communicators who can engage with candidates and clients confidently
• Self-starters who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn
• Candidates willing to spend their first weeks fully immersed in-office training
• Must be coachable

Why This Role

This is a high-growth opportunity for motivated individuals to build a career in recruitment, gain valuable industry expertise, and earn significant financial upside.

If you’re ready to start your recruitment career and grow with a client who invests in your success, we want to hear from you.