Corporate Recruiter

Make a difference in a sector that matters to us all EAB is a special place to work. You'll find motivated employees, growth opportunities, and a deep commitment to our partners. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people—not just for the job, but for the firm and the future of education. At EAB , our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve. At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities. See how we've been recognized for this dedication to our employees by checking out our recent awards . EAB’s Recruiting team is seeking a full-cycle Corporate Recruiter to support searches across multiple levels and divisions. In this role you will partner with Business Partners and hiring teams in developing candidate sourcing and evaluation strategies, owning the process from search kickoff to offer negotiation and closing. This position will be based in Richmond, Virginia or Washington, D.C. This position is also listed as Talent Acquisition Specialist for posting purposes; the official title of this hire is expected to be Senior Recruiter to align with EAB business norms. Primary Responsibilities: Manage the full candidate life cycle: attract, select, schedule, interview, and negotiate offers to close candidates Develop a critical eye for candidates by fully understanding the unique needs of various business lines and job profiles; conduct comprehensive interviews that test for qualifications Market the firm to candidates, driving interest in EAB with a keen sense of what sells in competitive job markets and how to present our opportunities in a compelling way Drive decision making with line managers to expedite the hiring process Successfully manage the offer delivery and candidate “sell” process – create anD deliver compelling and equitable offer proposals, ask probing questions to understand the factors in a candidate’s decision-making process, and coordinate efforts to effectively address questions or concerns with the ultimate goal of securing an acceptance Analyze market and recruiting data to inform strategy, sourcing and evaluating talent effectively, and pivoting as needed to meet desired goals Partner effectively with fellow recruiters to share candidate pipelines and contribute to team hiring goals Serve as a consultative talent partner, translating evolving business needs into practical, equitable recruiting strategies; advise hiring teams on role definition, talent market realities, assessment strategy, and hiring tradeoffs Build structured, consistent selection processes that support fair evaluation and sound decision-making Adapt quickly across business lines, job profiles, and shifting hiring priorities while maintaining a strong candidate experience Identify and implement approved process improvements, including thoughtful use of evolving technology and tools Participate in special projects (e.g., recruiting campaigns, referral triaging, sourcing strategies, process optimization working groups, training modules and presentations) Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree 3+ years of relevant full-time professional experienceExperience and proven success in a full-cycle recruiting role Demonstrated ability to influence and advise hiring managers through complex searches Experience using structured, job-related criteria to evaluate candidates consistently and equitably Ability to work and collaborate successfully on a geographically dispersed team Proven experience managing multiple, competing priorities, with strong attention to detail Ideal Qualifications: Proven experience with both high touch and high volume full-cycle corporate recruiting Experience successfully leveraging applicant tracking systems and advanced candidate sourcing techniques Proven goal orientation and ability to achieve or exceed target metrics and expectations with searches across varied functions, levels, and hiring volumes Experience improving recruiting processes, tools, and/or candidate and hiring manager experiences High emotional intelligence with ability to build rapport quickly and navigate sensitive situations effectively Impeccable written and spoken communication skills, emphasizing empathy and diplomacy Sound judgment and discretion when navigating sensitive, high-stakes, or ambiguous situations Experience in professional services and/or education industry Commitment to embracing a continual learning environment and contributing to a dynamic and welcoming culture of fairness, authenticity, and belonging in support of EAB’s mission, values, and aspiration Compensation: The anticipated starting salary (base) range for this role is $60,000 - $74,000 per year. Actual salary varies due to factors that may include but not be limited to relevant experience, skills, and location. At EAB, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the starting salary range for their role. This hire will additionally be eligible for discretionary bonus or incentive compensation. Variable compensation may depend on various factors, such as individual and organizational performance. Consistent with our belief that our employees are our most valuable resource, EAB offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package. Our benefits currently include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; dependents and domestic partners eligible 20+ days of PTO annually, in addition to paid firm and floating holidays Daytime leave policy for community service and flextime for fitness activities (up to 10 hours per month each) 401(k) retirement savings plan with annual discretionary company matching contribution Health savings account, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account, and pre-tax commuter plans Employee assistance program with counseling services and resources available to all employees and immediate family Wellness programs including gym discounts, incentives to promote healthy living, and family access to the leading app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation Fertility treatment coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistance Paid parental leave with phase back to work program for birthing and non-birthing parents Access to milk shipping service to support nursing employees during business travel Discounted pet health insurance coverage for dog and cat family members Company-provided life, AD&D, and disability insurance Financial wellness resources and membership in a robust employee discount program Access to employee resource groups, merit-based advancement, and dynamic professional growth opportunities This opening is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time; EAB will thus consider candidates who possess U.S. work authorization that does not require employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. At EAB, we believe that to fulfill our mission to “make education smarter and our communities stronger” we need team members who bring a diversity of perspectives to the table and are committed to fostering a workplace where each team member is valued, respected and heard. To that end, EAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. We don’t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. About EAB At EAB , our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve. At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other—that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities. See how we've been recognized for this dedication to our employees by checking out our recent awards . For more information, visit our Careers page. The Role in Brief: Corporate Recruiter EAB’s Recruiting team is seeking a full-cycle Corporate Recruiter to support searches across multiple levels and divisions. In this role you will partner with Business Partners and hiring teams in developing candidate sourcing and evaluation strategies, owning the process from search kickoff to offer negotiation and closing. This position will be based in Richmond, Virginia or Washington, D.C. This position is also listed as Talent Acquisition Specialist for posting purposes; the official title of this hire is expected to be Senior Recruiter to align with EAB business norms. #J-18808-Ljbffr EAB (Education Advisory Board)