Full Desk Recruiter

Full Desk Permanent (Perm) Recruiter

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Full Desk Perm Recruiter to join our team in Charlotte, NC. This role is ideal for a high-energy, results-driven recruiting professional with proven success in Information Technology (IT) recruiting and direct hire staffing. The Full Desk Recruiter will manage the complete recruiting lifecycle - building and nurturing client relationships, generating job orders, sourcing and screening top-tier candidates, coordinating interviews, and negotiating offers to successful placement. This is a hybrid position requiring both on-site and remote work.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Management

• Identify, pursue, and secure new clients through outbound outreach and relationship-building.
• Develop a strong understanding of client hiring needs and company culture.
• Take detailed job orders and create compelling job descriptions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the hiring process.
• Manage expectations, timelines, and communication to ensure client satisfaction.

Candidate Sourcing & Recruitment

• Source qualified IT professionals using job boards, networking, referrals, and creative sourcing strategies.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings, including skills assessments and behavioral interviews.
• Present qualified candidates to clients with clear summaries and recommendations.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and clients.
• Manage the offer and negotiation process to secure successful placements.

Full-Cycle Desk Management

• Oversee the recruitment process from business development through placement.
• Maintain detailed records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and industry best practices.
• Meet or exceed individual performance metrics and placement goals.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of IT recruiting experience (agency environment preferred).
• Direct hire / permanent placement staffing experience required.
• Proven success operating a full desk (client development + recruiting).
• Strong sourcing skills across multiple platforms and candidate pipelines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple searches and client needs simultaneously.