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 hands-on role that requires deep experience in healthcare staffing, recruiting and will require some hands-on recruiting during times of need. 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 large team of direct hire recruiters, providing guidance and support on best practices, client engagement, and candidate sourcing.
• Monitor 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.
• Partner with Sales and Account Management to ensure successful onboarding of new clients
• Training & Development:
• Facilitate ongoing 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:
•  Track and review 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.

Required Experience:

• • 5+ years of experience in healthcare staffing recruiting, with a minimum of 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
  • Proven experience in direct hire recruitment, specifically within the healthcare sector.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of building large 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.
  • Experienced in developing and implementing recruitment strategies and sourcing best practices outside of the common LinkedIn and Indeed. Demonstrated success identifying candidates through various channels including Boolean, social media and other platforms.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients and team members.
  • Strong understanding of industry trends, best practices, and legal regulations related to recruitment to ensure compliance and effectiveness
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process
• 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.