We are seeking an Executive Recruiter role in Woodbridge, New Jersey is looking for an Executive Recruiter to join their organization on a fulltime basis. As a Full Desk Executive Recruiter, you’ll own the entire recruiting lifecycle — from business development to candidate placement. This role blends sales, relationship management, and talent acquisition, giving you the opportunity to build a thriving book of business while helping companies secure top-tier leadership and professional talent.

You’ll drive revenue by developing strong client partnerships, understanding hiring needs, sourcing high-quality candidates, and delivering a best-in-class recruiting experience for both clients and candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development / Sales

• Develop new client relationships through cold calling, networking, and referrals.
• Manage and grow existing client accounts by understanding business needs and providing tailored recruiting solutions.
• Negotiate contract terms, fees, and placement agreements.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of active and prospective clients to achieve revenue goals.

Recruiting / Talent Acquisition

• Source, screen, and interview executive-level and professional candidates using multiple channels (LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking events).
• Match qualified candidates to client requirements and manage the interview and hiring process.
• Prepare and present candidate profiles with detailed assessments and insights.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience from initial outreach through offer acceptance and onboarding.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Partner with internal teams to ensure successful placements and high client satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate and organized records within CRM/ATS systems.
• Meet or exceed individual and team performance metrics and goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of experience in recruiting, staffing, or B2B sales (experience in executive search or professional staffing highly preferred).
• Strong business development and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven by success.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment.

Ascendo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Nicholas Umbro