Executive Recruiter
Listed on 2026-09-13
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HR/Recruitment
Recruiter / Talent Acquisition
Openwork is currently engaged in a search to find an experienced Direct Hire Recruiter in Greater Houston area. In this dynamic and high-impact role, you will be responsible for building your own book of business, running a full 360 desk, and directly influencing your earning potential with a modern, fast-growing staffing leader.
In our Direct Hire Full-Desk Recruiter job you’ll be responsible for:- Developing and growing your own book of business through proactive business development, cold calling, and networking.
- Running a full 360 recruiting desk—owning both client acquisition and candidate delivery.
- Skill-marketing top candidates to generate new business opportunities and create demand.
- Managing the full hiring process from candidate sourcing, qualification, and interview prep to offer negotiation and placement.
- Maintaining accurate ATS documentation via Bullhorn and consistently achieving revenue, recruiting, and activity goals.
- 3-5+ years of experience running a true full desk (360) within a professional staffing or recruiting agency environment.
- Proven track record of generating new business, managing client relationships, and placing professional-level talent.
- Strong consultative selling, outbound sales, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple searches, clients, and priorities simultaneously.
- Must reside within the Greater Houston area, fully in-office role in Southeast Houston.
- Competitive base salary with monthly commissions or bonus potential
- Dog-friendly offices (yes, really!)
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- A people-first culture built on collaboration, accountability, and shared growth with minimal red tape
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits provided
Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes Openwork Health, and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire?
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