Full Desk Recruiter
Location: San Antonio, TX (In-Office)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
LeadingEdge Personnel is seeking a motivated, results-driven Full Desk Recruiter to join our growing team. This role combines both business development and recruiting responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building client relationships while matching top talent with outstanding career opportunities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business, managing existing client accounts, recruiting qualified candidates, and overseeing the hiring process from initial job order through successful placement. This position requires strong communication skills, a sense of urgency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced staffing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
- Prospect and develop new client relationships through cold calling, networking, referrals, email campaigns, and in-person meetings.
- Generate new job orders for temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire positions.
- Conduct client needs assessments to understand hiring goals and workforce challenges.
- Prepare pricing proposals, staffing agreements, and service presentations.
- Maintain regular communication with existing clients to strengthen relationships and identify additional staffing opportunities.
- Schedule client visits and conduct ongoing account management.
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
- Source candidates using job boards, social media, referrals, networking, and internal databases.
- Screen resumes and conduct phone and in-person interviews.
- Evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Coordinate interviews between candidates and clients.
- Conduct employment verifications, reference checks, and background screening as needed.
- Extend offers and negotiate compensation within company guidelines.
- Maintain an active pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
Account Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts.
- Ensure client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service.
- Conduct regular follow-up with clients and placed employees.
- Resolve employee relations issues and client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Monitor employee attendance, performance, and assignment completion.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate candidate and client records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Prepare recruiting reports and activity updates.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and onboarding procedures.
- Assist with marketing initiatives, recruiting events, and networking opportunities.
- Meet or exceed weekly recruiting, sales, and placement goals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent staffing/recruiting experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of staffing, recruiting, sales, or business development experience preferred.
- Strong sales aptitude with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Outstanding organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other sourcing platforms is a plus.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for client visits.
Preferred Skills
- Proven success in recruiting for administrative, professional, legal, accounting, or clerical positions.
- Strong negotiation and closing skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and customer service.
- Goal-oriented with a competitive drive to exceed performance metrics.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission.
- Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Health benefits (if applicable).
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
Success in This Role
The ideal Full Desk Recruiter is energetic, self-motivated, and passionate about helping businesses grow by connecting them with exceptional talent. They enjoy building relationships, solving hiring challenges, and celebrating successful placements while consistently exceeding recruiting and sales goals.
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
