Offer summary

Qualifications:

Proven business development success in retained or hybrid searches., Experience in a recruiting firm or running a solo practice., Strong business development skills with the ability to engage clients effectively., An entrepreneurial mindset with a preference for autonomy and flexibility..

Key responsabilities:

Grow a client base in retail automotive by marketing search services to key decision-makers.

Source and place top management and executive talent using various recruitment tools.

Drive new business through cold calls, emails, and networking efforts.

Manage multiple searches while maintaining strong client and candidate relationships.

Job description

Search Consultant

Are you an experienced recruiter looking to take the next big step in your career? At Autopeople, we don’t just fill roles - we build lasting partnerships that drive results in the retail automotive space. If you’re seeking a high-impact opportunity with territory ownership, uncapped earnings, and the freedom to run your own desk, this is it.

We’re hiring a Full Desk Recruiter focused on management and executive-level searches in the Southeast U.S. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both business development and candidate engagement - and wants the autonomy of entrepreneurship with the support of a seasoned team.

Why Join Autopeople?

Uncapped Earning Potential: Competitive base + bonuses
Industry-Leading Training: Executive search training through the top recruiting org in the industry
Strong Benefits Package: Medical allowance, 401(k) match, and PTO
Mentorship: Industry-specific training and guidance from Autopeople’s experienced team
Flexibility & Autonomy: Fully remote, set your schedule, zero micromanagement
Entrepreneurial Culture: Build your own business within a proven structure

What You’ll Do

Client Development: Grow a client base in retail automotive by marketing our search services to dealer principals, HR, and C-level leaders in the Southeast.
Recruitment: Source and place top management and executive talent using LinkedIn, ZoomInfo, HireEZ, and PCR.
Business Development: Drive new business through cold calls, emails, networking, and follow-up on leads.
Search Management: Manage multiple searches, maintain client and candidate relationships, and ensure smooth communication throughout the process.

What You Bring:

Proven business development success on retained or hybrid searches
Someone currently working in a recruiting firm or running their own solo practice who wants more support, structure, and freedom - without the pressure of micromanagement.
Strong business development skills - you’re someone who can hit the ground running, backed by daily support and coaching.
Preferably based in or with strong connections to the Southeast (FL, GA, TN, NC, SC, VA) to better connect with clients.
An entrepreneurial mindset - someone who thrives in autonomy and wants a career, not a job.

About Us: We are experts in hiring the right candidates for Automotive Jobs. We offer the finest automotive recruiter executive search service available, tailored to the specific needs and goals of each client. We have developed a unique specialization in the automotive field, having served Dealers, Manufacturers, Aftermarket Companies and Internet-based automotive ventures for 25+ years. In automotive retailing alone, our team has concluded more than 1,000 executive search assignments on behalf of independents and consolidators.

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