Senior Recruiter
Job Description
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Senior Recruiter to lead full-lifecycle hiring for growing engineering practices across the Midwest.
- Own full-lifecycle recruitment for engineering and technical disciplines, running searches independently with high urgency, momentum, and accountability
- Lead proactive outbound sourcing using LinkedIn Recruiter and direct networking to engage passive candidates
- Build discipline-specific talent pipelines designed to be sustainable over time
- Partner with hiring managers through intake sessions to define role requirements, clarify target candidate profiles, and align on realistic salary parameters
- Set communication expectations by establishing interview communication SLAs
- Guide candidates through interviews by coordinating across stakeholders and partnering with hiring leaders on offer strategy
- Manage offer closing, including closing discussions and counter-offer scenarios
- Coordinate with HR Coordinators to support accurate interview scheduling, pre-hire logistics, and a smooth handoff to onboarding
- Maintain ATS accuracy by keeping candidate records current and supporting reliable pipeline tracking
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Typically 5–7 years of full-lifecycle recruiting experience in a fast-paced agency/staffing firm or a technical corporate environment
- Hands-on proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter, including advanced search filters, project organization, and high-volume direct outreach
- Ability to gather search requirements and build productive, consultative relationships with hiring managers
- Strong closing skills, including salary discussions, offer closing, and mitigating candidate counter offers
- Familiarity with modern ATS and standard office/PC productivity tools (including Microsoft Office 365 and Teams)
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills, with a self-starter mindset
Technologies
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Microsoft Office 365
- Teams
Benefits
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program (for eligible roles)
Nice to Haves
- Prior recruiting experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC), or related technical/consulting professional services
- Experience managing multi-office or regional searches across multiple locations
Location: Phoenix, AZ (hybrid)
Minimum Experience: 5 years