Manager, Recruitment - Direct Hire

Manager, Recruitment - Direct Hire

The Direct Hire Recruiting Manager is responsible for leading and managing the direct hire recruitment team, focusing on talent acquisition for healthcare clients. This is a non-producing role that requires deep experience in healthcare staffing and recruiting. The Recruiting Manager will drive the success of the team by setting recruitment strategies, optimizing processes, and ensuring high-quality candidate placements that meet client needs.

• Team Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of direct hire recruiters, providing guidance and support on best practices, client engagement, and candidate sourcing.
• Set performance goals for the team and ensure they meet and exceed recruitment targets.
• Conduct regular one-on-ones, team meetings, and performance reviews to evaluate recruiter performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Strategic Recruitment Planning:
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top healthcare talent, focusing on specialized roles such as Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Allied Health Professionals, and Administrative Staff.
• Collaborate with the sales team and senior management to understand client needs and tailor recruiting efforts accordingly.
• Monitor industry trends and market conditions to ensure the recruitment team is competitive and innovative in sourcing talent.
• Operational Excellence:
• Oversee the entire direct hire recruitment process, ensuring efficient workflow, compliance with hiring regulations, and adherence to company standards.
• Utilize recruitment software (e.g., Applicant Tracking Systems, CRM tools) to track team performance and optimize recruiting operations.
• Identify areas for process improvement and work with cross-functional teams to implement solutions.
• Client Relationship Management:
• Partner with the sales and account management teams to understand the client’s hiring needs and ensure a seamless recruitment experience.
• Ensure the recruiters maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and provide ongoing updates throughout the recruitment process.
• Training & Development:
• Facilitate training programs to enhance recruiters' skills in sourcing, interviewing, and assessing healthcare professionals.
• Ensure team members are up to date on industry standards, certifications, and credentialing requirements for healthcare professionals.
• Performance Metrics & Reporting:
• Establish and track KPIs to monitor team performance, candidate quality, time-to-fill, and client satisfaction.
• Prepare and present regular performance reports to senior management, providing insights on recruitment trends, challenges, and successes.

• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in healthcare recruiting, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience in direct hire recruiting, specifically within the healthcare sector.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of building high-performing recruitment teams.
• Excellent knowledge of the healthcare staffing industry, including industry trends, talent pools, and competitive hiring practices.
• Proficiency in recruitment software, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and CRM tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and team members.
• Education & Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant certifications in recruitment (e.g., AIRS, PHR) or healthcare staffing (e.g., CHHR) are a plus.