Recruiting Lead

About Us: Nxt Level is a team of badass recruiters. We’re headhunters and specialists in recruiting top talent in civil engineering, legal, and technology. We work with some of the world’s leading companies and have been recognized as one of the best places to work (Nashville Business Journal, 2021). Our work-hard-play-hard culture makes us a tight-knit crew driven by results.

The Role: We’re looking for a Lead Recruiter to manage a team of 7 recruiters in our Nashville office, with the goal of scaling that team while driving results. You’ll be a hands-on leader, optimizing processes, mentoring your team, and actively helping them close roles with clients. The team’s success is your success, and together you’ll aim to exceed $2.5M in annual revenue for direct hire clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and grow a team of 7 recruiters in Nashville, while optimizing their performance
• Roll up your sleeves to help recruiters close critical roles with clients
• Collaborate with leadership to set KPIs and ensure the team consistently meets and exceeds targets
• Drive $2.5M+ in annual revenue through direct hire placements in civil engineering, legal, and technology
• Foster a culture of persistence, hard work, and camaraderie while keeping Nxt Level’s standards high
• Develop recruitment strategies to target top-tier candidates in civil engineering, legal, and technology
• Maintain a focus on results, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For:

• A true hunter with a “do whatever it takes” mindset—you know cold-calling is the heart of the game
• A natural leader who leads by example and can inspire a team to perform at their best
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• An analytical mindset—you value KPIs and understand how to drive results through data
• An expert multitasker who loves organized chaos and handles pressure with a smile
• You’re competitive, never back down, and understand the power of consistency in recruitment
• Passionate about learning something new every day—staying ahead of the curve in a constantly evolving industry

What It Takes to Succeed:

• Proven track record in recruiting or headhunting, ideally in civil engineering, legal, or technology sectors
• Experience managing a team and delivering on revenue goals
• Ability to handle changing demands with ease while mentoring and guiding a growing team
• A love for building relationships and providing an exceptional candidate experience