Recruiter (Bilingual)

Openwork; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commissions potential

Generous PTO

Dog-friendly offices

People-first culture

Job summary

Openwork is a high-growth staffing company seeking a Staffing Specialist to connect great people with meaningful career opportunities while supporting branch operations and client partnerships.

The role combines recruiting, relationship management, customer service, and branch operations in a fast-paced, people-first environment. Bilingual Spanish-English is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recruiting, staffing, customer service, sales, or other client-facing experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients and candidates.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and place top talent through sourcing, networking, referrals, job boards, and outreach while managing the hiring process from sourcing through onboarding.
• Build strong relationships with talent by providing coaching, regular communication, and ongoing support during assignments.
• Partner with clients to understand workforce needs, conduct check-ins, and deliver staffing solutions.
• Support growth by marketing qualified candidates and collaborating with the sales team.
• Maintain operational excellence by supporting payroll, timekeeping, compliance, and branch operations.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Proactive mindset

Team collaboration

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Openwork is a high-growth, people-first staffing company reimagining what modern hiring can be. Privately owned and proudly independent, we move fast, think big, and give every team member a real seat at the table. With over 50 years of experience, we’re combining industry expertise with a fresh, innovative approach — bringing ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to every step of the hiring journey.

We’ve been recognized as one of SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Companies and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner. As we continue to grow, every new hire plays a critical role in shaping our company and our future.

Why Join Us

Every internal role at Openwork is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to help build a progressive, modern staffing company from the inside out. We keep red tape to a minimum and encourage fresh ideas, bold thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. You'll be part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values curiosity, trust, and results.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary with monthly commissions or bonus potential

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Dog-friendly offices (yes, really!)

A people-first culture built on collaboration, accountability, and shared growth

If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and your work can make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

*Must be Bilingual in Spanish and English*

Onsite | Full-Time | Branch Operations

As a Staffing Specialist, you'll play a key role in connecting great people with meaningful career opportunities while helping our clients build high-performing teams. This is more than a recruiting position—it's a dynamic role that combines recruiting, relationship management, customer service, and branch operations. If you're resourceful, people-focused, and energized by making an impact every day, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Staffing Specialist at Openwork, you'll serve as a trusted partner to both our talent and our clients by:

• Recruiting and placing top talent through sourcing, networking, referrals, job boards, and community outreach while managing the hiring process from sourcing through onboarding.
• Building strong relationships with talent by providing coaching, regular communication, and ongoing support throughout their assignments.
• Partnering with clients to understand their workforce needs, conduct routine check-ins, and deliver thoughtful staffing solutions.
• Supporting business growth by skill-marketing qualified candidates, collaborating with the sales team, and identifying opportunities to strengthen client partnerships.
• Maintaining operational excellence by supporting payroll, timekeeping, compliance, and other branch operations.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is passionate about helping people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys building lasting relationships. Ideal candidates will have:

• 1+ years of recruiting, staffing, customer service, sales, or other client-facing experience preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to connect with both clients and candidates.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive, resourceful approach to problem-solving and a strong sense of ownership.
• The ability to adapt quickly, work independently, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems and technology.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for client visits and community outreach, as needed.

Why Openwork?

For more than 50 years, Openwork has been reimagining what staffing can be—bringing ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to every interaction. We're proud to be recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner, one of SIA's Fastest Growing Staffing Companies, and a 2025 Best Staffing Firms to Work For.

We're a people-first organization where collaboration, innovation, and growth are at the center of everything we do. Here, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, grow your career, and make a real impact on the lives of others every day.