About Per Sé Group
At Per Sé Group, our purpose is simple: to help people and companies grow. That belief drives our ambition to become one of the top 50 staffing firms in the country. We specialize in Engineering, Technical, and Construction workforce solutions with deep experience in energy and a growing footprint in other technical markets. We are a performance-driven company where motivated people grow their careers in recruiting and sales - and AI is actively integrated into how we work, keeping us at the forefront of how technology shapes our industry.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an Associate Recruiter to help fuel our recruitment engine. In this role, you will identify, engage, and prequalify top candidates to support our Recruiters in building exceptional talent pipelines across the Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, and Engineering sectors.
This is not an HR role, nor does it lead to one. It is the starting point of a sales-oriented recruiting career - one that rewards the people who are motivated to perform, grow, and keep pushing to the next level. Recruiting rewards momentum. The more you develop in this role, the faster you move, and the further you go, the more you earn.
Who Succeeds in This Role
The people who thrive as Associate Recruiters at Per Sé tend to share a few things in common:
They have grit. When a stretch of calls goes nowhere, they reset and keep going
They are competitive - not just against others, but against themselves. They want to beat yesterday's number
They are outgoing and energized by conversations with new people, not worn down by them
They engage with the process, not just the tasks - they think about why something works, not just whether it got done
They are genuinely curious - they ask questions, dig into the details, and take the time to understand the roles they are sourcing for
This Might Not Be the Role for You If...
You are looking for a role in HR, people operations, or a path that leads in that direction
You prefer stability over growth and are uncomfortable with change or a shifting pace
High-volume phone outreach is not something you see yourself doing day in and day out
You do best in environments with a lot of structure and minimal ambiguity
You are looking for a role where performance expectations are flexible
Responsibilities
The primary output of this role is a steady pipeline of qualified, interested candidates delivered to our Recruiters. Everything below supports that goal:
Source top talent using LinkedIn, job boards, resume databases, referrals, and internal networks
Craft and send targeted outreach that not only finds candidates but generates genuine interest in the opportunities we are filling
Conduct structured prescreens to assess fit across skills, experience, availability, location, and compensation
Deliver recruiter-ready candidates with clear documentation and timely handoffs - not just names in a system
Import and maintain accurate candidate records in Bullhorn, ensuring profiles are complete and properly tagged
Collaborate with Recruiters to prioritize sourcing needs and ensure consistent pipeline flow
Represent Per Sé professionally to every candidate throughout early engagement
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred
Desire to build a career in recruiting or sales - this role and the Recruiter path it leads to are focused on business development and client delivery, not HR or people operations
High sense of urgency and willingness to go above and beyond for our clients and candidates
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to connect with a wide range of personalities
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfort using ATS platforms and sourcing tools; experience with Bullhorn a plus
Compensation & Benefits
In compliance with Illinois pay transparency requirements, the pay range for this role is $40,000 – $45,000/year. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible time off + paid holidays + sick time
Monthly technology stipend
401(k) with employer match
Voluntary Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Referral & employee discount programs
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