THE COMPANY

Our client is a boutique executive search firm specializing in placing leadership talent within healthcare operations. They are recognized nationally for their ability to deliver high-quality talent solutions and for cultivating a strong community among surgical services leaders. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, the firm empowers high performers to build lasting client relationships while thriving in a competitive, growth-oriented environment.

THE JOB

The Client Partner is a sales-first, full-desk recruiter role that combines business development with delivery. This individual will be responsible for generating new client relationships, pitching retained searches, and driving successful placements of executive-level healthcare leaders. Daily expectations include consistent outbound prospecting activity, consultative conversations with hospital and healthcare decision-makers, and the ability to secure retainers and manage full-cycle executive searches. Success is measured by activity-based KPIs (calls, meetings, pitches) and year-over-year revenue growth. The position is hybrid (Tues–Thurs in-office; Mon & Fri remote) and is based in the Portland/Vancouver metro area.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• 1–2+ years of proven outbound sales or full-desk recruiting experience (healthcare experience a plus but not required).
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-activity environment (30+ calls/day, weekly pitches).
• Strong objection-handling skills and resilience in a sales-driven role.
• Consultative sales style with an emphasis on relationship-building.
• Growth mindset, coachability, and commitment to personal development (e.g., continuous learning, fitness, self-improvement).
• Comfortable with a hybrid work model and located (or willing to relocate) in the Portland/Vancouver area.
• Experience with tools such as Bullhorn, Sourcewhale, and ZoomInfo preferred.

THE BENEFITS

• Competitive earnings with a salary guarantee (~$50K annually) plus uncapped commissions.
• On-target earnings of $60–86K in year one, scaling to $100K+ by year three.
• Commission structure pays upon receipt, with no cap on earnings.
• Health benefits provided via an Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA), allowing employees to choose their own ACA-compliant plan.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match after 90 days.
• 21 days of paid time off (combined vacation/sick leave), prorated in the first year.
• High-performance, collaborative culture with strong team support and growth opportunities.