Senior Recruitment Consultant

Henderson Scott US; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive base salary + commission

Benefits package

Job summary

Henderson Scott US is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant in Houston to own the full recruitment lifecycle, from business development to placements. You will build long-term client relationships and manage candidate sourcing with a performancedriven mindset.

The role offers a hybrid/remote work model, competitive base salary plus commission, and strong professional development opportunities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full 360 recruitment experience with BD, client mgt and placement delivery.
• Proven ability to develop new business opportunities and build lasting client relationships.
• End-to-end recruitment experience across client and candidate relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Commercial mindset to identify opportunities, develop accounts, and drive revenue growth.
• Comfort engaging with hiring managers, decision-makers, candidates, and senior-level professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360 recruitment lifecycle from opportunities to placements.
• Develop new business through outreach, networking, lead generation, and client meetings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients and candidates.
• Understand client hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
• Source and engage qualified candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and networks.
• Conduct candidate interviews, assess qualifications and career goals.
• Coordinate interviews, communication between clients and candidates, and offers.
• Build a strong professional network within the recruitment market.

Skills

Full 360 recruitment

Business development

Client management

Candidate sourcing

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Networking

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

CRM systems

ATS platforms

Job description

Company: Henderson Scott US
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Full-Time - Remote
Salary: Competitive Base Salary + Performance-Based Commission

About Henderson Scott US

Henderson Scott US is a leading recruitment firm specializing in Accounting & Finance, Legal, Real Estate & Construction, and Technology. We partner with leading organizations to connect exceptional talent with outstanding career opportunities. Our team takes a relationship-driven approach to recruitment, working closely with clients and candidates to deliver successful results. We are committed to developing our people by providing the tools, training, mentorship, and support needed to build a successful and rewarding career in recruitment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Recruitment Consultant with a minimum of 2 years of full 360 recruitment experience to join our growing Houston team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded recruitment professional to take ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle, from business development and client relationship management to candidate sourcing, negotiation, and placement. The successful candidate will be confident developing new business opportunities, building long-term client and candidate relationships, and managing their own recruitment desk. This role is ideal for someone who is driven by results, motivated by earning potential, and looking to further develop their recruitment career within a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full 360 recruitment lifecycle, from identifying new business opportunities and securing client relationships to sourcing candidates and successfully completing placements.
• Develop new business through proactive outreach, networking, lead generation, and client meetings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, prospective clients, and candidates.
• Develop a thorough understanding of client hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
• Source, identify, and engage qualified candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking, referrals, and other sourcing strategies.
• Conduct candidate interviews and assess qualifications, experience, career goals, and suitability for available opportunities.
• Manage the interview process, facilitate communication between clients and candidates, negotiate offers, and support successful placements.
• Build and maintain a strong professional network within your chosen recruitment market.
• Conduct market research to identify business opportunities, understand industry trends, and stay informed on hiring activity and compensation benchmarks.
• Manage client accounts and develop long-term partnerships that generate repeat business and referrals.
• Maintain accurate client and candidate records within CRM systems and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share market knowledge, best practices, and recruitment strategies.
• Consistently achieve individual performance targets, revenue goals, and business development objectives.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in full 360 recruitment, including business development, client management, candidate sourcing, and placement delivery.
• Proven ability to develop new business opportunities and build lasting client relationships.
• Experience managing the end-to-end recruitment process across both client and candidate relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• A commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, develop accounts, and drive revenue growth.
• Confidence engaging with hiring managers, decision-makers, candidates, and senior-level professionals.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple searches and competing priorities.
• A proactive, resilient, and results-oriented approach to work.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM systems, ATS platforms, and other recruitment technology is preferred.
• A strong desire for career progression, professional development, and increased earning potential.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based commission and incentives.
• Hybrid working arrangement with a flexible approach to work.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and advancement.
• The opportunity to build and grow your own client base and candidate network.
• The autonomy to develop your own recruitment desk and market expertise.
• The opportunity to strengthen your business development, negotiation, and client management skills.
• A performance-driven culture where individual contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Why Join Henderson Scott US?

At Henderson Scott US, we believe success comes from strong relationships, continuous development, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your desk, develop new business, build lasting partnerships, and grow your career within a supportive and ambitious team.