Principal Recruiter

Michael Page US; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page New York is seeking a Principal Recruiter to lead candidate sourcing and client management in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years in staffing, strong sales skills, and a proven track record in achieving targets. This role offers competitive compensation, commissions, and a structured promotion path, alongside a wealth of benefits and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

High Base Salary That Continuously Increases

Uncapped Quarterly Commissions

20 Days Annual Vacation

Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage

401K Savings Plan with Company Match

Access to office gym

Hybrid opportunity after ramp-up

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum in staffing on client or candidate side.
• Proven history of achieving quotas.
• Desire to achieve meaningful results.

Responsibilities

• Hunt new business opportunities and manage client accounts.
• Search, source, and screen potential candidates.
• Mentor and develop entry-level sales consultants.

Skills

Prospecting

Closing Business

Adaptability

Coachable

Positive Attitude

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Zoominfo

LinkedIn recruiter

Job description

• Lucrative commission structure - eligible to hit from day 1
• Join the #1 Direct Hire Firm in all of North America

About Our Client

Michael Page New York is the #1 Direct Hire Recruitment Firm across North America. In NY, our recruiters are industry specialized within one of the following - Technology, Accounting & Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and Sales & Marketing. As an organization, our bread and butter is working with mid-senior level candidates for full time opportunities.Here at MP, we are not just recruiters; we are consultants to our clients and candidates looking to create the best relationship in order to achieve results. We are a metrics driven environment with transparent goals, so every placement you make will get you further along in your career. With our world class training and development we get our people up and running in no time! Apply today to be considered in 24 hours.

Job Description

Working as a Principal Recruiter at Michael Page, you will own a role which is varied, stimulating and challenging on a daily basis. This career will further develop your interpersonal and commercial skills, giving you real opportunity for personal and professional growth. You will:

• Be responsible for "hunting" new business opportunities and lead generation within your target market and territory
• Manage the process from interview through offer stage and close of sale
• Manage your own portfolio of candidates and clients, both existing and new
• Search, source, and screen potential candidates, utilizing multiple online resources
• Build close partnerships with clients and help their business grow by developing and delivering the best solutions for attracting candidates
• Conduct interviews to thoroughly evaluate candidates
• Mentor and develop entry level sales consultants across the office
• Have an involvement in proposal process by developing and pitching proposals
• Negotiate Commercial Terms of business and rates

Page Group USA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Successful Applicant

Being an industry leader is not easily achieved, so we need the best and brightest sales and recruitment professionals who are ready to bring the energy, passion and determination it will take to maintain this reputation.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• 3 years minimum in staffing working on the client or candidate side
• Prospecting experience is required
• Closing business is required
• Familiarity with Salesforce and sales tools (Zoominfo, LinkedIn recruiter, job boards etc.)
• A positive attitude and desire to win. You thrive on challenges and have a proven history of consistently achieving quotas or objectives.
• Driven by a desire to achieve meaningful and measurable results, develop as a sales professional
• BA/BS degree or equivalent
• Adaptable - You are adaptable and thrive in new situations where you can think on your feet.
• Coachable and Curious - You are coachable, able to implement feedback, and dedicated to continuous self-improvement.

What's on Offer

Since we hire the best, we offer the best. Compensation and benefits include:

• High Base Salary That Continuously Increases
• Uncapped Quarterly Commissions (NO DRAW!)
• Metrics driven promotion path
• World class recruitment and business development training
• Exposure to business development right away
• 20 Days Annual Vacation, 5 Sick Days and 11 Paid Holidays
• Access to our office gym (with all the works!)
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage starting day one
• 401K Savings Plan with Company Match
• Hybrid opportunity after initial ramp up period
• Quarterly team events
• Holiday parties!
• Top performer incentives - eligible from day one in the business!