Sales Recruiter Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Sales Recruiter:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources Management, or a similar qualification.
  • Demonstrable sales experience and success in a related position.
  • Knowledge of Human Resources databases, hiring strategies, and applicable labor law.
  • Excellent decision-making and organizational skills toward developing successful hiring strategies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external purposes.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong recruitment-related intuition.
  • Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Candidate Management Systems (CMS).
  • Familiarity with prescribed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for salespeople.
  • Competency in using word processing, spreadsheet, and voice call software.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Sales Recruiter skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Sales Recruiter roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.