Sales Recruiter

As a Sales Recruiter at Sinclair, your primary responsibilities include partnering with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs, developing strategic hiring plans, sourcing candidates through digital platforms like LinkedIn, conducting interviews, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process. You'll also maintain a strong pipeline of talent for current and future openings, all aimed at helping Sinclair grow.

To qualify for the Sales Recruiter role at Sinclair, candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in recruiting for sales positions, ideally with a background in the media or digital industry. A proven track record of sourcing and hiring top-tier sales talent, proficiency with recruitment tools, and stellar communication skills are essential for success.

The base salary for the Sales Recruiter position at Sinclair starts at $75,000+, with additional earning potential through bonuses. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, and location.

Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Sales Recruiter role, including participation in a retirement plan, health coverage, paid vacation and personal days, sick leave, parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide opportunities for career growth.

The work culture at Sinclair is dynamic and innovative, prioritizing a goal-oriented approach and a supportive environment. The company values its employees and offers an open-door policy, upward mobility, and comprehensive benefits, all aimed at ensuring staff success and satisfaction.

When sourcing candidates for sales roles, I focus on a multi-channel approach, utilizing platforms like LinkedIn, job boards, and networking events. I identify potential candidates by assessing their experience and skills in correlation with the requirements of the role, and I engage with them to understand their career aspirations better.

To maintain a strong pipeline of candidates, I actively build relationships with potential candidates even before positions open up. I leverage social media, attend industry events, and keep tabs on changing market trends to identify talent early. Additionally, I utilize an applicant tracking system to manage candidate relationships and outreach.

I have extensive experience conducting interviews that emphasize not just skills and qualifications but also cultural fit. I typically prepare structured interview questions that align with the role's requirements, and I focus on creating a welcoming environment that encourages candidates to share their experiences openly.

To ensure a positive candidate experience, I prioritize consistent communication and feedback. I keep candidates updated on their application status, provide thorough details about the position and company culture, and make sure they feel valued throughout the process from initial contact to onboarding.

I rely on various tools and systems to streamline the recruitment process. Using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like Greenhouse or Lever helps me keep track of candidates, while platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed are invaluable for sourcing talent. Additionally, I utilize data analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.

I believe collaboration with hiring managers is crucial. I regularly meet with them to understand their specific needs, share candidate insights, and refine the job requirements as necessary. This creates a partnership where both the recruitment team and hiring managers are aligned in finding the ideal candidates.

Engaging passive candidates requires personalized outreach, so I focus on creating tailored messages that highlight why they may be a fit for our organization. I emphasize career growth opportunities and the exciting projects at Sinclair that align with their skills, making it clear how they would contribute and benefit from the role.

In challenging recruitment situations, I remain flexible and creative. I often re-evaluate our recruitment strategies and messaging to attract the right candidates. Additionally, I maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders involved to identify solutions collaboratively and quickly.

The most important factor in recruiting top sales talent is understanding the unique cultural and operational needs of the team. This allows me to identify candidates who not only possess the necessary skills but also align with the company’s values and selling approach, ensuring a successful long-term hire.

I am drawn to Sinclair because of its dynamic culture and commitment to connecting people with media content. I admire the company’s emphasis on recruiting passionate individuals and see this role as a significant opportunity to contribute to its growth by finding and placing talent that excites me and fits perfectly with your goals.