Principal Recruiter

The SR Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + quarterly commission

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Employer-paid life insurance

Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions

Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in Florida is seeking a Principal Recruiter responsible for managing client relationships, sourcing talent, and driving revenue through successful placements. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a staffing environment and strong business development skills. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience running a 360-desk in a staffing or agency environment.
• Expertise in full cycle recruiting across multiple industries.
• Strong track record of exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage a 360-desk: client acquisition, job intake, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and placement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates.
• Negotiate contracts, fees, and terms with clients.

Skills

Client management skills

Business development

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Tools

Bullhorn

LinkedIn Recruiter

Gem

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

About the Role:

As a Principal Recruiter at The SR Group, you’ll be responsible for managing client relationships, sourcing top-tier talent, and driving revenue through successful placements for a variety of industries and positions for our SR Staffing team. You’ll operate with autonomy while collaborating with a high-performing team, leveraging recruiting tools and strategies to deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities:

• Own and manage a 360-desk: client acquisition, job intake, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and placement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates
• Develop outreach strategies and cadences using recruiting platforms (e.g., Bullhorn, LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem)
• Negotiate contracts, fees, and terms with clients
• Track performance metrics and pipeline activity to meet revenue goals
• Mentor junior recruiters and contribute to team growth

Requirements:

• Proven experience running a 360-desk in a staffing or agency environment
• Strong business development and client management skills
• Expertise in full cycle recruiting across multiple industries or verticals
• Proficiency with recruiting software and CRM/ATS platforms
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• A self-starter with a track record of exceeding targets

What we offer:

• Competitive base salary + quarterly commission.
• Clear career progression and professional development support
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employees and families
• 100% employer-covered HDHP for employee-only coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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