Recruitment Analyst – Sales-driven role in New York

About the role

Oliver James is looking for a motivated Recruitment Analyst to join its fast‑growing New York team. You will be part of a specialist market team, completing a 12‑week Accelerator program before taking ownership of your own desk and driving full‑cycle recruitment.

Key responsibilities

• Source and engage high‑quality candidates via phone, LinkedIn and referrals.
• Develop and nurture client relationships through proactive business development.
• Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement.
• Provide consultative advice to both clients and candidates within your market.
• Negotiate offers, fees and contracts.
• Generate leads and commercial insights to grow your portfolio.

Required profile

• Commercially driven with a genuine interest in sales and relationship building.
• Resilient, competitive and able to thrive in a high‑pressure, target‑oriented environment.
• Coach‑able, open to feedback and committed to continuous learning.

Required skills

What we offer

• Clear, transparent progression with a high promotion rate.
• Uncapped commission paid monthly and quarterly.
• Structured training and ongoing development.
• High‑energy, social culture with regular team events.
• Generous lunch breaks and commuter support.