Entry Level Recruiter
The Entry Level Recruiter at Confidential Client is responsible for sourcing and matching IT talent with client opportunities, building strong candidate relationships, and supporting candidates through the recruitment process. This role involves partnering with sales teams to develop talent strategies, conducting interviews, coaching candidates, and meeting performance metrics in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT talent solutions for Fortune 500 clients.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Recruiter to join their IT talent team in Phoenix, AZ. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone who is results-driven, enjoys building relationships, and wants to launch a career in IT recruiting. You will source, screen, and guide candidates through the hiring process while partnering with internal teams to deliver great placements for clients.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with sales and account teams to understand client hiring needs and craft targeted sourcing strategies.
- Source and engage IT candidates using phone, email, LinkedIn and other channels.
- Conduct in-depth phone and video interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Coach candidates on resumes, interview preparation, and offer negotiations.
- Coordinate interviews and manage candidate communications through the hiring lifecycle.
- Deliver excellent onboarding and post-placement follow-up.
- Meet weekly activity and outcome metrics (calls, interviews, placements) and track personal goals with manager support.
What We Offer
- Estimated base pay: $58,872 per year (estimated).
- Compensation structure: base salary plus uncapped commission potential.
- Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA options, and 401(k) match.
- Professional development: access to in-house training (Eight Eleven University) and ongoing coaching.
- Rewards: incentives and travel rewards for top performers.
- A collaborative, family-oriented culture with a focus on growth.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Competitive drive, resilience, and a metrics-oriented mindset.
- Ability to build rapport quickly with candidates and hiring teams.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and meeting weekly targets.
- Interest or background in IT is preferred but not required.
Performance & Career Growth
- Weekly metrics and measurable goals to support performance.
- Clear progression path from entry-level recruiting toward senior recruiter and sales/leadership roles.
- Hands-on training and mentorship that accelerates career development.
Location & Employment Type
- Work location: Phoenix, AZ — on-site or hybrid as defined by the hiring manager.
- Employment type: Full-time.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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