Remote Rec2Rec Senior Principal (New York Market)

Role Overview

Paul Bridges Group is seeking a high-performing Rec2Rec Senior Principal to continue our growth within the hyper-competitive New York recruitment landscape. This is a full-cycle "360" role where you will act as a strategic advisor to NYC-based search firms and recruitment agencies, helping them secure the "top 1%" of billing talent. You will be responsible for sourcing, vetting, and placing experienced recruitment and search professionals across various high-growth sectors, particularly in Tech & Finance verticals.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Mapping: Execute detailed research and market mapping to identify top-billing recruitment professionals ($300k–$1M+ annual billers) in the NYC market
• Recruiting: Proactively and creatively reach out to candidates via phone, social media, messaging
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct deep-dive screenings to evaluate a recruiter's "sustainability and portability" of billings rather than just raw numbers
• Advisory & Negotiation: Act as an intermediary during offer stages, assisting with complex salary and equity negotiations
• Brand Ambassadorship: Represent your clients' brands to build a referral-heavy candidate network

Requirements

• Proven Track Record: At least 2 years of agency recruitment experience, with a consistent billing history
• NYC Market Intel: Understanding of the New York recruitment ecosystem, including local compensation trends and competitor landscapes
• Self-Sufficient Mindset: Ability to operate with autonomy in a remote environment without needing rigid KPI management
• Relationship Focus: A commitment to long-term "honesty and integrity" over transactional, high-volume placement
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using advanced sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search) and CRM/ATS platforms like Bullhorn

Why Join Us?

• Reputation and Results: We have completed over 1,300 placements across the United States and internationally
• Remote-First Culture: Full flexibility to work from anywhere while remaining deeply embedded in the NYC market
• High-Growth Environment: Opportunity to work with clients ranging from venture and PE backed startups to established global firms
• Earnings Potential: Average annual earnings for experienced recruiters often exceed $200,000+ through competitive commission structures