Lead Recruiter

AT Talent - Rec2Rec

United States

On-site

USD 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Commission up to 40% on billings

Structured career progression

Continuous professional development

Job summary

A global recruitment consultancy is seeking a Lead Recruiter specializing in insurance or data/AI. You will lead recruitment initiatives, mentor junior consultants, and drive business growth in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of recruitment experience with a strong business development background. This role offers a competitive salary of up to $125,000 and a commission structure that rewards high performers.

Qualifications

3+ years of recruitment experience with high billing performance.
Proven track record in business development and client acquisition.
A resilient and entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment within insurance or data/AI.
Build and manage high-value client relationships.
Mentor and develop junior consultants.
Contribute to the strategic direction of the New York office.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Business development

Client acquisition

Mentoring

Knowledge of U.S. insurance market

Understanding data/AI recruitment trends

Job description

Lead Recruiter – Insurance / Data / AI

Location: New York, NY (Broadway)

Reports to: Managing Director – USA

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr – $125,000.00/yr

About the Firm

A global specialist recruitment consultancy with offices across London, New York, Philadelphia, this firm delivers high-impact talent solutions to clients in insurance, data/AI, technology, finance, and corporate functions.

With around 200 employees worldwide, the business combines the reach of a global organization with the agility of an entrepreneurial boutique. It operates a 360 recruitment model, while expanding a 180 contract offering, enabling consultants to deliver end-to-end, white-glove service to clients and candidates alike.

The U.S. business — headquartered in New York and Philadelphia — has established itself as a high-performing, collaborative, and fast-growing environment. The New York office in particular has demonstrated exceptional early billing success and is known for its ambitious culture, commercial acumen, and commitment to excellence.

The Role

As Lead Recruiter, you’ll take ownership of a defined market vertical within insurance or data/AI, leading strategic recruitment initiatives, nurturing senior client relationships, and driving business growth.

You’ll act as a senior voice within the office — mentoring junior consultants, influencing business direction, and contributing to the firm’s continued expansion in the U.S. This is an opportunity for a recruiter with genuine entrepreneurial drive to build, lead, and shape a practice area in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment within your specialist vertical (insurance or data/AI), across both permanent and contract markets.
Build, manage, and expand high-value client relationships, securing repeat business and long‑term partnerships.
Mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants, promoting a culture of high performance and accountability.
Contribute to the strategic direction of the New York office — identifying growth opportunities and driving new initiatives.
Deliver an exceptional, consultative experience to clients and candidates, aligned with the firm’s global standards.
Meet and exceed personal and team billing targets, supporting the office’s overall commercial success.

What You’ll Bring

3+ years of recruitment experience, ideally 4+, with consistent high billing performance ($400k–$1M range).
Proven track record in business development, client acquisition, and market expansion.
A resilient, driven, and entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to excel in a performance‑based culture.
Demonstrated career consistency and a strong record of professional growth.
Experience mentoring others and contributing to a team‑oriented, collaborative culture.
Knowledge of the U.S. insurance market or emerging trends in data/AI and technology recruitment is advantageous.

Compensation & Incentives

Base salary: up to $125,000
Commission: up to 40% of quarterly billings above $100k
High‑performing recruiters regularly achieve $550k+ billings in their first year
Recognition based not only on billings, but also on client engagement, leadership contribution, and business growth impact
A professional, high‑performance culture – no loud sales floor, just driven, intelligent recruiters focused on results.
Structured career progression, with defined paths into leadership and strategic roles.
Access to global mobility and collaboration with international offices.
Continuous professional development and leadership training for ambitious consultants.
A genuinely entrepreneurial environment where initiative and ownership are recognized and rewarded.

Interview Process

Initial conversation with sector leaders (Insurance or Data/AI) and the Managing Director – USA
Final stages may include a strategic discussion or business plan presentation, with involvement from global leadership
Candidates should be prepared to discuss past billing achievements, business development experience, and market insight.

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