Significant Career Lesson From A Senior Consultant At Piper Maddox
Megan, a Senior Consultant at Piper Maddox, explains that entry-level positions in recruiting typically begin as a recruiter, focusing solely on "recruiting on jobs," before progressing to more senior roles. Career paths then diverge, offering options like a "360 role," encompassing sales and account management, or specializing as a senior recruiter, and that recruiting firms often prefer recent graduates for their "eagerness and hunger."
Recruiting, Sales, Account Management, Entry-Level Jobs, Career Paths
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Megan Drake
Senior Consultant
Piper Maddox
CSU Sacramento
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Energy & Utilities, Recruitment, HR & Related Professional Services
Sales and Client Management
Honors Student, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level positions in recruiting often start as a recruiter focusing solely on filling job roles.
2. Senior roles can branch into two paths: a 360 role encompassing both sales and recruiting, or a specialized, senior recruiting role.
3. Recruiting agencies often target undergraduates for entry-level positions due to their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn, making it an ideal job for those unsure of their career path.
Transcript
What entry-level positions in this field might an undergraduate college student consider?
A recruiter's role typically starts at a standard level across most recruiting companies. While the specific definition of the role might vary, in terms of seniority, you usually begin as a recruiter. This role solely focuses on recruiting for jobs.
From there, you can advance to a senior level, which some companies call a consultant. I believe I am a consultant because I handle both the sales and recruiting aspects, a 360 role. Regardless of the title, at my company, you start as a recruiter, focusing just on filling open positions.
This often involves hiring people straight out of college. Many companies prefer candidates fresh out of college over those with prior experience at other firms. I believe any recruiting agency would have this structure.
As you progress, most companies offer two career paths. You can move into a 360 role, which involves both account management and sales, like I do. Some companies, like Insight Global, don't offer this 360 role.
Instead, they have an account management route where you focus on sales and client interaction, bringing in new job orders. Once you secure a job, you pass it off to a recruiter, such as a college undergrad who is just starting.
Alternatively, if you prefer the recruiting side and don't want to do account management, you can become what's sometimes called a "pro recruiter." This is essentially a very senior recruiter who focuses exclusively on recruiting.
I think every recruiting agency or company would offer an opportunity for an undergrad to start. They typically target these individuals because they are excited, eager, and hungry for experience. Often, they are unsure of their career path, making this a great entry-level job.