Senior Recruitment Consultant - perm

Nes-Internal; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Health benefits

Paid time off

Bank holidays

Career progression

Global reach

Job summary

Halian, part of the NES Fircroft Group, is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant – IT in Austin to own end-to-end recruitment across contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent roles for IT and digital technology.

You will build strong client relationships, source top IT talent, manage multiple engagements, ensure compliance, and drive business development in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment while enjoying uncapped commission and generous time off.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ agency recruitment experience, ideally within IT, technology, or digital markets.

Responsibilities

• End‑to‑End Recruitment: Recruit, interview, evaluate, and place IT professionals on contract, contract‑to‑hire, and permanent assignments.
• IT Talent Sourcing: Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract high‑quality candidates across IT disciplines including software development, infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, data, and digital technologies.
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct in‑depth phone and virtual interviews to assess technical capability, cultural fit, and alignment to client requirements.
• Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a strong IT talent pipeline through long‑term candidate relationships.
• Candidate Care: Provide consistent communication, career guidance, and market insight throughout the recruitment process.
• Contractor Engagement: Maintain regular contact with active contractors and recently placed candidates to ensure service quality and generate referrals.
• Client Management: Manage new and existing accounts, including client visits, relationship management, and service delivery.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure 100% compliance with Halian and NES Fircroft quality standards, in‑country legislation, and client‑specific processes.
• Business Development: Drive account development and new business generation through candidate referrals, client networks, and strategic outreach.
• Strategic Partnerships: Build trusted, long‑term client relationships through consultative engagement and face‑to‑face meetings.
• Desk Ownership: Maintain a balanced portfolio of job orders and qualified candidates while managing multiple, complex recruitment assignments.
• Team Contribution: Support team development through knowledge‑sharing and on‑the‑job coaching where appropriate.

Skills

IT recruitment

Agency recruitment

Client engagement

Sourcing strategies

Job description

Ready to build, grow, and own your IT recruitment desk within a global technology‑focused brand?

Join Halian, part of the NES Fircroft Group, as a Senior Recruitment Consultant – IT and take full ownership of delivering best‑in‑class recruitment solutions across the information technology sector.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Halian, you’ll be responsible for delivering full‑cycle recruitment solutions while driving client and candidate engagement across the IT and digital technology space. This is a true desk‑owning, entrepreneurial role, offering autonomy, accountability, and the opportunity to build long‑term success within a growing market.

You’ll partner with clients to identify and deliver highly skilled IT professionals across contract, contract‑to‑hire, and permanent hiring models, while maintaining the highest service and compliance standards.

This role is ideal for a proven recruiter who thrives in a fast‑paced, performance‑driven environment and consistently delivers results without sacrificing quality.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• End‑to‑End Recruitment: Recruit, interview, evaluate, and place IT professionals on contract, contract‑to‑hire, and permanent assignments.
• IT Talent Sourcing: Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract high‑quality candidates across IT disciplines including software development, infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, data, and digital technologies.
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct in‑depth phone and virtual interviews to assess technical capability, cultural fit, and alignment to client requirements.
• Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a strong IT talent pipeline through long‑term candidate relationships.
• Candidate Care: Provide consistent communication, career guidance, and market insight throughout the recruitment process.
• Contractor Engagement: Maintain regular contact with active contractors and recently placed candidates to ensure service quality and generate referrals.
• Client Management: Manage new and existing accounts, including client visits, relationship management, and service delivery.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure 100% compliance with Halian and NES Fircroft quality standards, in‑country legislation (including Occupational Health & Safety), and client‑specific processes.
• Business Development: Drive account development and new business generation through candidate referrals, client networks, and strategic outreach.
• Strategic Partnerships: Build trusted, long‑term client relationships through consultative engagement and face‑to‑face meetings.
• Desk Ownership: Maintain a balanced portfolio of job orders and qualified candidates while managing multiple, complex recruitment assignments.
• Team Contribution: Support team development through knowledge‑sharing and on‑the‑job coaching where appropriate.

What We’re Looking For:

• Recruitment Experience: 4+ years’ agency recruitment experience, ideally within IT, technology, or digital markets.
• IT Market Knowledge: Proven experience recruiting technical or IT‑focused roles.
• Strong Communicator: Confident, engaging, and professional in both candidate and client interactions.
• Highly Organized: Able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Results‑Driven Mindset: Commercially aware, target‑focused, and motivated by success.
• Multi‑Tasking Ability: Comfortable managing multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.

Why Halian (Part of NES Fircroft)?

• Competitive Earnings: Strong base salary with an uncapped commission structure.
• Time Off: 23 days PTO, 10 paid bank holidays, plus a festive shutdown from Christmas through New Year.
• Health & Wellness: 100% employer‑paid medical benefits, with dental and vision options available.
• Career Progression: Clear development pathways, structured training, and long‑term growth opportunities within a global group.
• Global Reach: Access to international clients, candidates, and shared resources through the NES Fircroft network.
• Culture & Collaboration: A supportive, high‑energy environment that values performance, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Who Are We?

Halian is a global technology‑focused recruitment and workforce solutions brand, supporting clients across information technology and digital transformation markets. As part of the NES Fircroft Group, we combine deep technical expertise with the scale, infrastructure, and global reach of a leading international staffing organization — allowing our consultants to deliver exceptional results for both clients and candidates.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our office is designed with accessibility in mind, and we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and those who are neurodiverse. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know — we’re here to support you.