Account Manager/Recruiter

About the Role

Corporate Resources of Illinois is seeking an Account Manager/Recruiter to join their team in Schaumburg, IL. This role offers a base salary plus uncapped commission and bonus, with an estimated first-year OTE of $65,000-$75,000 and second-year OTE of $85,000-$100,000+.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates and client companies through consultative conversations that uncover hiring needs, career goals, and opportunities for successful long-term matches.
• Source, recruit, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates while managing the full recruitment lifecycle from initial contact through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Conduct outbound business development activities, including cold calling, networking, referrals, and prospecting to generate new client partnerships and expand existing accounts.
• Lead client intake meetings to gain a thorough understanding of position requirements, company culture, and hiring objectives, then present qualified candidates and hiring recommendations.
• Provide exceptional service and consistent communication with both candidates and clients throughout the hiring process, ensuring a positive experience for all parties.
• Negotiate offers, salaries, start dates, and service fees while facilitating successful placements and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Coordinate pre-employment processes, including background checks, drug screenings, reference checks, and onboarding requirements.
• Manage multiple job openings, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining accurate ATS/CRM records and achieving recruiting and sales goals.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage candidates and clients, ask thoughtful questions, and provide consultative guidance.
• Naturally curious and resourceful, with strong problem-solving abilities and the desire to understand people, businesses, and the factors that drive successful hiring decisions.
• Self-motivated, competitive, and goal-oriented, with a strong desire to succeed in a performance-driven environment.
• Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate changing demands, and thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Confidence in communication, the ability to be diplomatic, coupled with an infectious, likable personality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruiting, staffing, sales, account management, customer service, or a similar relationship-focused role is preferred but not required.