What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Manager position at Openwork?
About Openwork
Openwork is a high-growth, people-first staffing company reimagining what modern hiring can be. Privately owned and proudly independent, we move fast, think big, and give every team member a real seat at the table. With over 50 years of experience, we're combining industry expertise with a fresh, innovative approach — bringing ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to every step of the hiring journey.
We've been recognized as one of SIA's Fastest Growing Staffing Companies and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner. As we continue to grow, every new hire plays a critical role in shaping our company and our future.
Why Join Us
Every internal role at Openwork is more than a job — it's an opportunity to help build a progressive, modern staffing company from the inside out. We keep red tape to a minimum and encourage fresh ideas, bold thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. You'll be part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values curiosity, trust, and results.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary with monthly commissions or bonus potential
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Dog-friendly offices (yes, really!)
A people-first culture built on collaboration, accountability, and shared growth
If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and your work can make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.
We're Hiring: Market Manager
Onsite | Full-Time | Leadership
We're looking for an ambitious and driven Market Manager to lead our Austin, TX team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is ready to take ownership of a market, create a thriving workplace culture, and drive operational success. As the Market Manager, you'll oversee branch P&L, client relationships, and team development, while ensuring we meet and exceed our goals in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Market Leadership: Develop and execute a strategic plan to manage your market territory, analyze market size and competition, and identify key prospects and influencers.
- Recruitment & Talent Strategy: Create effective recruiting strategies, including talent referral plans and client-specific recruiting efforts.
- Team Development: Conduct regular 1:1 meetings, quarterly goal reviews, and ongoing coaching to help develop your team. Build a strong internal bench and foster a growth-oriented, team-first culture.
- P&L Ownership: Own the branch P&L, monitor KPIs and collections, and actively contribute to setting financial goals and monthly/quarterly updates.
- Operations Management: Oversee operational processes, ensuring orders are efficiently allocated and team members are supported in meeting their daily targets.
- Cultural Leadership: Lead by example to create an empowering, welcoming, and fun workplace that embodies Openwork's values and culture.
- Compliance & HR: Ensure compliance with client agreements, manage escalated HR issues, and ensure accurate payroll sign-offs.
About You:
- Proven experience in a leadership role, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
- A proactive self-starter who can think like a business owner and take ownership of branch performance.
- Strong interpersonal and coaching skills, with an ability to lead by example and inspire teams to reach their full potential.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities, with experience in handling client issues and HR-related challenges.
- Familiar with managing P&L, setting financial goals, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs).
???? Why Openwork?
With over 50 years of industry experience, Openwork is reimagining what staffing can be — bringing ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to every step. We're proud to be recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner, one of SIA's Fastest Growing Staffing Companies, and a 2025 Best Staffing Firms to Work For.