Direct Hire Recruiter (Full Desk360)

About Openwork

Openwork is a high-growth people-first staffing company reimagining what modern hiring can be. Privately owned and proudly independent we move fast think big and give every team member a real seat at the table. With over 50 years of experience were combining industry expertise with a fresh innovative approach bringing ease accessibility and thoughtfulness to every step of the hiring journey.

Weve been recognized as one of SIAs Fastest Growing Staffing Companies and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner. As we continue to grow every new hire plays a critical role in shaping our company and our future.

Why Join Us

Every internal role at Openwork is more than a job its an opportunity to help build a progressive modern staffing company from the inside out. We keep red tape to a minimum and encourage fresh ideas bold thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Youll be part of a close-knit mission-driven team that values curiosity trust and results.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with monthly commissions or bonus potential

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits

• Dog-friendly offices (yes really!)

• A people-first culture built on collaboration accountability and shared growth

If youre looking for a place where your ideas matter and your work can make a real impact wed love to meet you.

*Please Note: While this role is remote candidates must live within the Atlanta Charlotte Raleigh Dallas or Houston metro areas. Applications from candidates outside of these markets cannot be considered.*

At Openwork were looking for experienced agency recruiters who know how to build and run a successful full desk. This is not a recruiting coordinator sourcer or recruiting-only role. We are seeking proven 360 recruiters with a track record of developing client relationships generating job orders recruiting talent and making placements.

As am Executive/Direct Hire Recruiter youll own the entire business cycle from business development and client management to candidate recruitment and placement. Youll have the autonomy to build your market grow your book of business and directly impact your earnings and career growth.

To be successful in this role you must have at least 3-5 years of experience running a true full desk within a professional staffing environment.

• Develop and grow your own book of business through proactive business development activities networking referrals and strategic outreach.
• Run a full 360 recruiting desk owning both client acquisition and candidate delivery.
• Prospect cold call conduct client meetings and uncover hiring opportunities within your market.
• Build long-term partnerships with hiring managers and decision-makers by understanding their business challenges and providing talent solutions.
• Skill-market top candidates to generate new business opportunities and create demand.
• Recruit interview assess and present high-caliber professional talent.
• Manage the full hiring process including candidate sourcing qualification interview preparation offer negotiation and placement.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with both clients and placed candidates to drive retention referrals and repeat business.
• Consistently achieve recruiting sales activity and revenue goals.
• Maintain accurate ATS documentation and pipeline management.

• 3-5 years of experience running a true full desk (360) within a professional staffing or recruiting agency environment.
• Demonstrated success generating new business and managing client relationships.
• Proven track record of recruiting and placing professional-level talent.
• Experience managing the entire recruitment lifecycle from business development through placement.
• Comfortable making outbound sales calls conducting client meetings negotiating fees and closing business.
• Strong consultative selling relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple searches clients and priorities simultaneously.

With over 50 years of industry experience Openwork is reimagining staffing bringing ease accessibility and thoughtfulness to every interaction. Were proud to be recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner and one of SIAs Fastest Growing Staffing Companies.

Were a growing team where you can truly make your mark. Here your work directly impacts careers businesses and communities.

Ready to own your desk and grow your career
Join us. Lets make hiring (and working) better together.