Senior Recruiter

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation—connecting the right people with the right opportunities in technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing. Position Overview The Senior Recruiter will play a foundational role in building and growing The Planet Group’s Accounting & Finance practice in the Atlanta market. Partnering closely with business development, this individual will be responsible for developing and managing talent pipelines, delivering exceptional candidate experiences, and helping clients solve critical hiring challenges. This is an opportunity for an experienced agency recruiter who enjoys building relationships, identifying talent, and contributing to the growth within a new market. We are looking for a recruiter who combines strong production capabilities with emerging leadership potential. This individual will begin as a highly visible individual contributor and will have the opportunity to take on increasing leadership responsibilities as the practice grows. Key Responsibilities Proactively source, engage, and recruit qualified talent through LinkedIn, job boards, networking, referrals, and direct outreach. Build and maintain strong talent pipelines across key Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources skill sets. Develop long‑term relationships with active and passive candidates and serve as a trusted career advisor throughout the hiring process. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, screening, candidate qualification, interview. Partner closely with Business Development to understand client hiring needs and develop targeted recruiting strategies. Maintain a high‑volume recruiting desk while delivering exceptional candidate and client experiences. Track recruiting performance metrics including candidate outreach, submittals, interviews, placements, and pipeline health. Stay informed on labor market trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitive hiring activity within the Accounting & Finance space. Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and CRM tools to track candidate interactions, manage talent pipelines, and maintain accurate records. Share recruiting best practices, sourcing strategies, and market intelligence with teammates and contribute to the development of future recruiters. Experience and Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. 4+ years of agency staffing experience. Accounting & Finance recruiting experience preferred. Proven success managing full‑cycle recruiting responsibilities within a staffing environment. Experience supporting high‑volume recruiting activity and managing multiple concurrent requisitions. Demonstrated ability to proactively source and engage passive candidates. Strong understanding of candidate pipeline development and relationship management. Excellent communication, organization, and relationship‑building skills. Strong sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, or support other recruiters is highly preferred. ATS experience, ideally with Bullhorn. Compensation and Benefits Base Salary: $60,000‑$70,000, commensurate with experience, plus a competitive, uncapped commission structure based on weekly spread. Unlimited PTO. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match. Life insurance, short‑term & long‑term disability, and other supplemental benefits. Employee Type: Regular. A collaborative, growth‑oriented culture with ongoing learning and development opportunities. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The Planet Group celebrates our differences and fosters an environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. Employees are encouraged to unleash their innovative, collaborative, and enterprising mindset. #J-18808-Ljbffr