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Entry-Level Recruiter – Mortgage Lending & Real Estate FinanceLocation: Orlando, FL (Hybrid)Industry Focus: Mortgage Banking, Private Lending, Real Estate FinanceFirm: Established Executive Search Firm (40 Years in Market) About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated, entry-level Recruiter to join our growing executive search firm focused exclusively on the mortgage lending and real estate finance industries.This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in a high-performance, relationship-driven environment serving banks, non-bank lenders, private credit funds, and real estate investment platforms nationwide.You will work alongside senior recruiters and industry leaders, learning how to identify, engage, and place top-tier talent across sales, underwriting, capital markets, operations, credit, and executive leadership roles.This is a production-based, performance-driven role with significant earning potential and a clear path to full-desk recruiting and business development. Industry Focus AreasResidential Mortgage BankingNon-QM & Business Purpose Lending (DSCR, Fix & Flip, Bridge)Private Credit & Real Estate Debt FundsConstruction & Development LendingAsset Management & Capital MarketsReal Estate Investment Platforms Core ResponsibilitiesTalent Identification & OutreachSource candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM databases, industry referrals, and market mappingConduct outbound outreach via phone, email, and LinkedIn messagingBuild and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates across mortgage and real estate finance sectorsTrack candidate engagement and maintain organized CRM recordsCandidate Screening & QualificationConduct initial phone interviews to evaluate experience, production levels, and cultural fitUnderstand mortgage lending structures (RTL, DSCR, Agency, Jumbo, Construction, etc.)Prepare candidate summaries and briefing documents for clientsManage interview scheduling and follow-up communicationMarket IntelligenceTrack industry hiring trends, compensation benchmarks, and production metricsDevelop knowledge of lender business models, capital structures, and sales channelsAssist in building compensation comparisons and hiring insights for clientsProcess ManagementSupport senior recruiters in managing search timelinesMaintain detailed notes and status updatesAssist in offer negotiation coordination and closing efforts What We’re Looking ForIdeal BackgroundBachelor’s degree preferred0–3 years of experience in recruiting, sales, business development, or financial servicesStrong interest in real estate, mortgage lending, or financeCompetitive, goal-oriented mindsetCore CompetenciesProfessional phone presenceHigh energy and persistenceStrong written communication skillsOrganizational disciplineComfort with outbound calling and networkingCoachable and receptive to feedbackEntrepreneurial mindset What You’ll LearnHow mortgage lenders generate revenue and structure capitalLoan officer compensation models and production metricsExecutive search methodologyNegotiation strategyRelationship-based salesMarket mapping and competitive intelligenceHow to build a personal brand within a niche industry Compensation StructureBase salary uncapped commissionPerformance-based bonusesClear path to full-desk recruitingSix-figure income potential within 2–3 years for high performers Career PathYear 1: Candidate-side recruiting and search executionYear 2: Partial client exposure and business development participationYear 3 : Full-desk recruiter with independent revenue responsibilityTop performers can advance into senior recruiting, team leadership, or business development roles. Why This Role is UniqueFocused niche within mortgage and real estate financeExposure to senior industry leaders and decision-makersEntrepreneurial environment with autonomyHigh-earning potential in a resilient, asset-backed industryOpportunity to build long-term industry relationships If you're competitive, relationship-driven, and interested in building a career within mortgage lending and real estate finance, this role offers a clear and lucrative path forward.
Salary : $30,000 - $50,000