Recruiter Job at Oliver James in Charlotte

This range is provided by Oliver James. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $55,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Commission Direct message the job poster from Oliver James SVP - Talent Acquisition at Oliver James - Hiring Experienced Recruiters across the USA, UK & Ireland for our NYC office! Oliver James Associates is a leading global specialist recruitment consultancy operating across Financial Services, Legal, and Professional Services sectors. With offices across the US, UK, Europe, and Asia, we're known for our entrepreneurial culture, exceptional training, and genuine commitment to developing talent. This is a rare opportunity to join our Charlotte office, we are building something special in the heart of the Southeast's fastest-growing financial hub, and we're looking for ambitious, coachable individuals who want to grow with us. When you join a start-up office, you're not just another hire - you're a foundational team member. You'll have direct access to leadership, accelerated learning opportunities, and a real voice in shaping our culture and success. The Role As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll learn the art and science of specialist recruitment from the ground up. This isn't order-taking - this is true consultative sales, relationship building, and talent advisory. You'll be trained to operate as a "360 recruiter," meaning you'll own the full desk: winning clients, finding talent, and closing deals. Your day-to-day will include: Business Development : Identifying and approaching potential clients (hiring managers at banks, law firms, and professional services firms), pitching your services, and winning exclusive recruitment mandates Headhunting : Sourcing passive candidates through creative outreach, networking, LinkedIn, and good old-fashioned phone work Candidate Management : Screening, interviewing, and qualifying top-tier professionals while becoming their trusted career advisor Client Consultation : Understanding hiring needs, advising on market conditions, managing expectations, and delivering shortlists of qualified talent Deal Closing : Negotiating offers, managing counteroffers, and ensuring successful placements from start to finish Market Expertise : Developing deep knowledge of your specialist sector and becoming a go-to resource for industry insights Who We’re Looking For You don’t need recruitment experience - we’ll teach you that. What you do need is the right DNA: 10-12+ months of successful experience in sales, business development, account management, or recruitment Proven track record of hitting targets and performing in a competitive environment Hunger and ambition - you want to build a career, not just have a job Resilience and thick skin - you can handle rejection and keep pushing forward Exceptional communication skills and natural confidence on the phone Competitive drive - you want to win and you’re willing to work for it Coachability - you’re eager to learn and open to feedback Bachelor’s degree preferred You’ll Thrive Here If You're energized by challenges rather than intimidated by them You love the idea of being rewarded directly for your performance You're a self‑starter who doesn't need to be micromanaged You enjoy building relationships and genuinely connecting with people You're excited by the start‑up mentality and want to make an impact from day one What We Offer – Investment in YOU World‑Class Training & Development Comprehensive Onboarding : Intensive training program covering everything from market knowledge to sales techniques, headhunting strategies, and objection handling Daily Coaching : Direct mentorship from experienced consultants who've built successful desks and want to see you succeed Ongoing Development : Access to Oliver James Academy resources, regular training sessions, and continuous skill development Compensation & Earning Potential Uncapped Commission Year 2+ Potential : Top performers earning $100K+ by their second year, $150K+ by year three Let’s build something great together. Oliver James Associates is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Sales and Business Development Industries Staffing and Recruiting Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance Paid paternity leave Paid maternity leave 401(k) #J-18808-Ljbffr