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Highwire

Senior Recruiter

Highwire, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Senior Recruiter role at

Highwire . This range is provided by Highwire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr About Us

Highwire

is a modern strategic communications and digital marketing agency designed for disruptive companies. We work with high-growth technology companies and established brands looking to reinvent themselves. At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation. And the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race/ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities–can feel safe, celebrated and worthy. We ensure every Highwire Walker has unique support to climb to success. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is permanent and foundational to our business and culture. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all. Our people-first culture is driven by four core values: Team Empowerment Growth Mindset Inclusion Always Fierce Distinction The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Recruiter to join Highwire’s People team and play a key role in scaling our talent strategy during an exciting period of growth. This individual will work closely with the Director of Talent Strategy to lead full-cycle recruitment, build and manage candidate pipelines, drive intern recruiting efforts, and ensure efficient recruiting operations. This is a highly collaborative role that requires a deep understanding of the PR and marketing industry, a passion for sourcing and candidate experience, and a strategic mindset when it comes to process and data. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced agency environment — excited to help shape the future of talent at Highwire. Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruitment: Lead full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles across the agency, including PR, integrated communications, digital, creative, and corporate functions Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and interview strategies Manage the interview process from kick-off through offer, ensuring timely and transparent communication with all stakeholders Champion a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects Highwire’s values and culture Provide strategic hiring guidance, market insights, and data to support decision-making Sourcing & Pipelining: Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to identify and engage top-tier, diverse talent Build and maintain strong pipelines for current and future hiring needs across all levels Use tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, networking, referrals, and events to engage passive talent Track and analyze pipeline health and sourcing effectiveness to inform strategy Recruitment Operations: Partner with the Director of Talent Strategy to ensure recruiting processes are efficient, scalable, and candidate-centric Support the day-to-day use and optimization of the ATS, including ensuring data integrity and reporting accuracy Assist in creating recruiting dashboards and metrics to support hiring decisions Identify and recommend improvements to recruiting workflows, documentation, and candidate communications Support DEI hiring initiatives through inclusive process design and data-informed strategies Collaborate with the People team on initiatives related to employer branding, job descriptions, and hiring communications Intern Recruitment Program: Own and manage all aspects of intern recruiting strategy and execution across the agency Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for interns, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordination Build and maintain relationships with universities, career centers, and DEI-focused organizations to cultivate a strong, diverse talent pipeline Ensure a seamless, engaging, and high-quality candidate experience throughout the intern hiring process What You Bring

At least 5 years of recruiting experience, with a strong focus on hiring within agency PR, communications, or marketing environments Proven success in both active and passive sourcing, with a strong track record of closing high-quality talent Experience leading or playing a significant role in campus and internship recruiting programs Solid understanding of recruiting operations and best practices, including hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems Exceptional communication, organization, and relationship-building skills — you\'re a trusted partner to both hiring managers and candidates A genuine passion for inclusive hiring practices and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality candidate experiences Highwire Perks

Competitive salary Merit-based bonuses and promotions Hybrid work model to suit your schedule and lifestyle Excellent vacation policy including extended break for summer and winter holiday Participate in Empower Hours on Fridays; Team has the ability to log off by 3pm 401K Match Medical and dental benefits/ FSA Paid Parental Leave Commuter Benefit Home office equipment stipend Growth Mindset Stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc Technology reimbursement Wellness benefit Donation Match Mentorship Monthly recognition programs Employee referral bonus New business referral bonus Quarterly Highwire fun events Dog friendly work environment Extremely supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth Job Details

Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Business Consulting and Services Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography.

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