Recruitment Consultant

SThree; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17 days PTO

Paid Holidays

Uncapped commission

Merit-based career progression

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

A leading global staffing company in Chicago is seeking a motivated Sales and Recruitment Consultant. This role focuses on managing the recruitment cycle, developing client relationships, and identifying top talent in the STEM field. Candidates will receive comprehensive training and support, with opportunities for competitive earnings through base salary and uncapped commissions. This position offers a clear path for career advancement and incorporates a robust benefits package, including PTO and health plans.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 2 years of sales or new business development experience.
• Experience with cold- and warm-calling, pitching, and negotiating.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the candidate delivery of the recruitment life cycle.
• Develop new and existing clients through meetings and networking.
• Identify the best candidates for niche job opportunities.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Job description

We have an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Sales and Recruitment Consultant to join the SThree team!

SThree is the only Global Staffing Company that focuses exclusively on STEM professionals.

We are looking for motivated, sales minded individuals who thrive in a competitive environment and are looking to grow their careers. Our award‑winning training will be provided from day one and will set the stage for the opportunity to build your business and reputation within an exciting market.

Responsibilities

• Managing the candidate delivery of the recruitment life cycle
• Business development of new and existing clients across industry verticals through meetings, networking, events and other sales techniques
• Identifying the best candidates for niche job opportunities
• Relationship building, writing advertisements, qualifying candidates, selling candidates on unique opportunities, pitching, and negotiating
• Managing the candidate’s experience from submitting their resume to a client through post‑placement check‑ins
• Closing candidates on job offers
• Identifying and reaching out to potential new clients
• Signing and onboarding new clients
• Managing and expanding relationships with existing clients
• Overseeing the onboarding process for recently hired candidates

Requirements

• 6‑months to 2 years sales or new business development experience
• Experience with cold‑ and warm‑calling, pitching and negotiating
• Motivated by success, financial gain, and career growth
• Strong planning and organizational skills with a proven ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building
• Previous experience in a sales or customer‑led environment
• Previous experience of meeting business deadlines
• Ambitious
• Highly competitive
• Coachable and willing to implement feedback

Benefits

• 17 days PTO, 12 Paid Holidays, and 2 Paid Floating Holidays
• A hands‑on training program from a dedicated Learning & Development department
• A full‑time base salary from day one plus uncapped commission: your earning potential truly is in your hands
• A clear, merit‑based career progression with fast‑track opportunities into management
• A robust D&I platform with numerous opportunities to get involved
• Monthly incentives such as all expenses paid dinners at high‑end restaurants
• National and international incentive trips
• New & modern offices located in the biggest and fastest‑growing cities across the US
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits

About Specialist Staffing Group (SThree)

Specialist Staffing Group (the US division of SThree) is the global leader in STEM recruitment. With over 45 offices across 15 countries and employing over 2,800 people, SThree operates across multiple brands that specialize in placing the best STEM talent around the world. You will be working with some of the biggest, most innovative, and most exciting companies in the world across as you progress and grow your career. Working in recruitment provides exciting career opportunities and high earning potential. In our Recruitment Consultant sales role you will be pitching to clients who are looking to attract and hire professionals with a niche STEM background.

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