Principal Recruiter

About Vannin Chief of Staff

Vannin Chief of Staff is a Chief of Staff talent consultancy, founded in 2020. We have worked to define and elevate the role of the Chief of Staff, a strategic role designed to Align, Execute and Amplify the CEO's vision. Over the past four years, we’ve supported over 300 CEOs and have emerged as the premier Chief of Staff talent expert, helping CEO’s find and up-level their full-time or interim Chief of Staff.

Vannin Chief of Staff is headquartered in Denver, CO but services clients all over the globe.

Are you a fast learner with a keen eye for detail and a passion for finding the right talent match? Vannin Chief of Staff is seeking a full-cycle Principal Recruiter to join our dynamic Chief of Staff consultancy. You’ll be the linchpin in identifying top-tier candidates, ensuring a seamless candidate experience from start to finish, and supporting operational and business development initiatives.

This is a high impact role with the potential for growth and placement bonuses.

This will be a full-time, exempt role working in New York City. New hire(s) must commit to being onsite 3x/week.

Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific scope of work for each client but generally align to the following core functions:

• Sourcing and Talent Identification:
  • Utilize job boards, including Linked In Recruiter, social media, and databases, to proactively source potential candidates.
  • Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
  • Develop creative strategies for candidate outreach and engagement.
• Screening & Documentation:
  • Conduct initial resume reviews and first-level screenings to identify candidates who meet job requirements.
  • Assist in the creation of candidate profiles and other related documentation.
• End to End Search Management:
  • Prepare clients and candidates through end to end interview process.
  • Ensure smooth onboarding of new hires and support through guarantee period.
  • Maintain accurate job requisitions and applicant records in ATS.
  • Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to leadership.
• Internal Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  
  • Work closely with the Managing Partner to understand client needs and keep them updated on sourcing progress.
  • Collaborate with other Executive Recruiters to share learnings on best practices and process improvements.
  • Support employer branding efforts and contribute to recruitment marketing initiatives.
• Business Development:
  • Assist in business development by identifying potential opportunities.
  • Build relationships with potential clients and contribute to evolving the company’s service offerings.

• You have 7+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally within an agency or PE firm setting.
• You operate with the maturity and sophistication required to directly and independently support CEOs and senior executives, bringing confidence, discretion, and sound judgment to every interaction.
• You excel in dynamic, fast-paced environments and can expertly manage multiple high-priority searches without compromising quality or precision.
• You are comfortable navigating ambiguity—you proactively create structure, identify what’s needed, and drive the process forward without waiting for directives.
• You bring depth of experience in senior-level client and candidate management, and you know how to build trust quickly with executives who have high expectations.
• You have a strong point of view on talent and can thoughtfully advise clients, challenge assumptions, and guide CEOs toward the right hiring decisions.
• You think beyond traditional recruiting processes, introducing creative search strategies, innovative sourcing techniques, and insights that elevate the overall search.
• You consistently deliver with speed and accuracy, maintaining exceptional attention to detail while operating with urgency.
• You enjoy shaping the candidate and client experience end-to-end, ensuring every touchpoint reflects professionalism, clarity, and care.
• You thrive in a consultative role, partnering with internal leaders and clients to continually refine and improve how searches are executed.

• You require…