Junior Recruiter

Ready to turn your communication & people skills, curiosity, and drive into a rewarding career? Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI) is looking for motivated individuals to join our growing executive search team. No recruiting experience is required, we'll provide the training, mentorship, tools, and support you need to succeed. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in recruiting, sales, business development, or consulting. You'll learn how businesses find exceptional talent, build relationships with professionals and industry leaders, and develop skills that can accelerate your career. What You'll Do Identify and connect with talented professionals through networking, referrals, research, and recruiting platforms. Conduct candidate conversations to understand experience, career goals, and potential fit. Build lasting relationships with professionals across specialized industries. Develop expertise in a specific market and stay current on industry trends. Present qualified candidates and support clients throughout the hiring process. Use recruiting technology and CRM tools to manage candidate pipelines and activity. Collaborate with teammates to deliver an exceptional experience for candidates and clients. Build your expertise in actively hiring sectors, including government technology, electronic and physical security, healthcare IT, robotics, industrial manufacturing, and supply chain and logistics. Why Build Your Career at DRI? Training from experienced professionals: Learn the executive search business from accomplished recruiters and industry leaders who are invested in your development. Competitive pay with uncapped earning potential: Receive base compensation plus an uncapped commission structure that rewards your effort, performance, and results. A clear path for advancement: Take on greater responsibility, develop expertise in an industry niche, and pursue opportunities to grow into leadership. A respected, established company: Join a nationally recognized executive search firm with more than 40 years of success and long-standing client relationships. Recognition for your achievements: Earn performance-based incentives, receive recognition for your contributions, and celebrate important career milestones. Comprehensive benefits: Including health, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k), paid time off, and additional employee-focused offerings. A supportive, collaborative culture: Work with teammates who value integrity, accountability, continuous learning, and shared success. Who We're Looking For Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A self-motivated, competitive, and goal-oriented mindset. Confidence speaking with professionals at different career levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to learn. An interest in building a long-term career in recruiting and executive search. A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. The ability to work onsite in our Solon, Ohio office. Experience gained through internships, part-time jobs, customer service, sales, sports and athletics, leadership roles, or campus involvement is valued. About Us: Direct Recruiters, Inc. is a relationship-focused executive search firm providing contingency, retained search, and staffing solutions across healthcare, technology, manufacturing, automation, supply chain, and other specialized industries. DRI partners with organizations throughout North America to recruit, acquire, and retain high-impact talent for mission-critical positions. The company is known for its industry expertise, long-standing partnerships, and collaborative culture focused on helping candidates, clients, and employees succeed. Explore our practice areas: #J-18808-Ljbffr