Remote Recruitment Manager - Specialized Industries

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remote; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24, a distinguished international recruitment consultancy, is seeking a remote Recruitment Manager to lead specialized initiatives and manage global operations with autonomy.

You will craft talent strategies for niche industries, build high-performing remote teams, and deliver exceptional solutions to a worldwide client base, while upholding ethical recruiting practices.

Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and compliance across jurisdictions are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in recruitment with 5+ in leadership.
• Experience recruiting for specialized or niche industries.
• Proven success building and leading remote recruitment teams.
• Master's degree in HR, MBA, or related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a global, remote team of recruitment specialists.
• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies for niche markets.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle from planning and sourcing to onboarding.
• Drive innovation in recruitment technologies and engagement strategies.
• Establish and monitor KPIs with data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and clients as a trusted advisor.
• Champion employer branding to attract top talent in specialized fields.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws across jurisdictions.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships and recruitment platforms.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance remote culture.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder mgmt

Remote team lead

Data analytics

Global recruiting

Education

Master's degree in HR/MBA

Tools

ATS

CRM

HR analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished international recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Remote Recruitment Manager to lead specialized recruitment initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled autonomy and the opportunity to manage recruitment operations from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and implementing bespoke talent acquisition strategies for niche industries, building high-performing remote recruitment teams, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional recruitment solutions to a global clientele. This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven ability to navigate complex talent markets, drive operational excellence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a global, remote team of recruitment specialists focusing on specialized industry sectors.
• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies tailored to niche markets and client requirements.
• Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from strategic workforce planning and sourcing to offer management and onboarding.
• Drive innovation in recruitment methodologies, technologies, and candidate engagement strategies.
• Establish and monitor key recruitment metrics and KPIs, providing data-driven insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Cultivate strong relationships with senior stakeholders and clients, acting as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition.
• Champion employer branding initiatives to attract top talent within specialized fields.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and best practices across different jurisdictions.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships and recruitment technology platforms.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the remote recruitment team.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in recruitment, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting for highly specialized or niche industries (e.g., mining, oil & gas, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, life sciences).
• Proven success in building and managing successful remote recruitment teams.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, operational planning, and execution capabilities.
• Strong understanding of global talent markets and international recruitment practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment technologies, ATS, CRM, and HR analytics tools.
• A Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented, and fully remote international work environment.

Unwavering commitment to ethical recruitment practices and diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

• This position offers a highly competitive executive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, commensurate with the seniority and remote nature of the role.
• You will enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working from anywhere in the world, with significant autonomy over your schedule and work environment.
• Our client provides extensive support for remote employees, including access to cutting-edge technology and collaboration tools.
• You will have the opportunity to shape global talent acquisition strategies for a prestigious consultancy and work with a diverse, international team.
• Continuous professional development and leadership opportunities are integral to this role.
• Join an innovative, forward-thinking organization that values expertise, impact, and employee well-being above all else.