Technical Recruiter (Agency/Entry Level)
The Technical Recruiter at Confidential Client is an entry-level full-time role focused on sourcing and qualifying candidates in the telecommunications and IT sectors. The position involves developing candidate understanding, outreach, and matching candidates to client job opportunities, with opportunities for rapid promotion and earning uncapped commissions. This role requires strong communication skills, a competitive and coachable attitude, and proficiency with business applications in a dynamic, office-based 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, Staffing (telecommunications & IT).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Technical Recruiter (agency staffing) to join their recruiting team. This is a full-time, on-site role where new hires begin as Sourcers and are trained to screen, qualify, and place candidates in telecommunications and IT roles. Sourcers who demonstrate performance and drive can be promoted to Recruiter in a short timeframe (often 2–3 months).
Primary responsibilities
- Develop an understanding of technical skill sets used in telecommunications and IT roles
- Source and identify potential candidates who meet client skill criteria
- Conduct outreach via phone, email, and text to engage candidates
- Screen and qualify candidate experience, interests, and fit
- Match candidates to client opportunities and support the placement process
- Maintain accurate candidate records and follow through on communications
Compensation & schedule
- Base pay + uncapped commission structure
- First-year total compensation estimated at approximately $50,000–$55,000 (base + commission, first-year estimate) — actual earnings vary with performance
- Full-time; Monday–Friday
Why work for Confidential Client
- Recognized as a top employer in the region and recipient of multiple staffing-industry awards
- Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, critical illness coverage, HRA/FSA options
- Uncapped commission plan and a robust 401(k) retirement program
- Seniority-based PTO, 11 paid holidays, plus one paid holiday week in December
- Casual dress code and a collaborative, fast-paced environment
What makes a successful candidate
- Competitive drive, grit, and a strong desire to succeed
- Coachable attitude and responsiveness to feedback
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, performance-driven environment
Preferred skills & qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Strong customer-service orientation and prioritization skills
- Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability and willingness to learn multiple business applications quickly
Physical demands & work environment
- Primarily sedentary work, including sitting for extended periods
- Repetitive motions involving fine motor skills (keyboard, phone)
- Regular interaction with coworkers and candidates in an indoor office environment
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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