Operations & Sourcing/Recruiter Lead

Whitefish Search Partners; Edina (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitefish Search Partners in Minnesota is seeking an Operations & Sourcing/Recruiter Lead to bridge business operations with talent acquisition strategy. You will manage payroll, bookkeeping, and financial reporting while actively contributing to executive search execution.

This hybrid/remote-friendly role offers direct mentorship from seasoned leaders and a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly influence growth and client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial spirit and small-team mindset.
• Balancing bookkeeping/payroll with sourcing and lead generation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Growth mindset and adaptability.
• Experience in recruiting or business administration is a plus.
• Flexible work arrangements: in-office, hybrid, or remote.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine bookkeeping, financial record-keeping, and invoice tracking.
• Process payroll and administrative vendor relationships.
• Prepare basic financial reports for the Owner to support strategic decision-making.
• Streamline and maintain internal business workflows and operational tools.
• Conduct candidate research and sourcing using industry tools, databases, and networking strategies.
• Generate and qualify potential leads for open executive search assignments.
• Maintain organized candidate and client data within internal systems.
• Collaborate directly with recruiters to map talent pools and market trends.

Skills

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Dual Skillset

Self-Starter

Growth Mindset

Recruiting Experience

Business Administration

Job description

Job Title: Operations & Sourcing/Recruiter Lead

Company: Whitefish Search Partners

Location: Hybrid, Remote, or In-Office (Flexible based on candidate preference and skillset)

Job Type: Full-time

Reports To: Owner

About Us

Whitefish Search Partners is a close-knit, high-performing team in the recruiting & executive search industry. As a boutique firm, we pride ourselves on agility, collaboration, and delivering exceptional results for our clients. We are seeking an ambitious, versatile professional with an entrepreneurial mindset to partner directly with company leadership and play a key role in our firm's growth. Our focus includes but is not limited to, CFO, Controller, Accounting Manager, Accountant, Financial Analyst, Director of Finance, VP Finance, Tax Accountant, Tax Manager, Cost Accountant, Senior Auditor, Audit Manager.

Position Summary

The Operations & Sourcing Lead is a unique, hybrid role that bridges essential business administration with core talent acquisition strategy. Reporting directly to the Owner, you will manage day-to-day operations—including payroll, bookkeeping, and financial reporting—while actively contributing to search execution through talent sourcing and lead generation.

This position offers direct mentorship from seasoned industry veterans and is ideal for someone energized by small business dynamics, direct operational impact, and professional growth in search strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Business Operations & Finance:

• Manage routine bookkeeping, financial record-keeping, and invoice tracking.
• Process payroll and coordinate administrative vendor relationships.
• Prepare basic financial reports and updates for the Owner to support strategic decision-making.
• Streamline and maintain internal business workflows and operational tools.
• Conduct candidate research and sourcing using industry tools, databases, and networking strategies.
• Generate and qualify potential leads for open executive search assignments.
• Maintain organized candidate and client data within internal systems.
• Collaborate directly with recruiters to map talent pools and market trends.

Qualifications & Ideal Mindset

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Highly motivated by working in a small-team environment where every effort directly impacts business success.
• Dual Skillset: Comfortable balancing numerical/detail-oriented tasks (bookkeeping, payroll) with research and communication-focused tasks (sourcing, lead gen).
• Self-Starter: Strong organizational ability, attention to detail, and eagerness to take ownership of broad responsibilities.
• Growth Mindset: Excited to learn from industry veterans and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Prior exposure to recruiting, basic accounting, or general business administration is a plus, but adaptability and drive are paramount.
• Workplace Flexibility: We are open to candidates seeking In-Office, Hybrid, or Mostly Remote arrangements, depending on experience and operational fit.
• Mentorship: Direct, daily access to veteran leadership with hands-on coaching and career development.
• Impact: High-visibility role within a cohesive team where your contributions are recognized and valued.