Pepper Foster Consulting Looking for Recruiter at Atlanta Metropolitan Area Full Time

About Us

Pepper Foster Consulting is a strategy and project execution consulting firm headquartered in Portland, OR, with offices in Atlanta, Portland, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. We are a values-driven firm with a focus on utilizing local people for local work while also having the ability to provide services coast to coast in the United States and internationally as needed. Our strategy is simple; hire great people, exceed expectations, build the brand, and foster happiness. – strategy that has led us to achieve a client net promoter score of 100!

We specialize in helping our clients turn their ideas and concepts into transformative realities, and we exist to make a difference – for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Founded in 2015, our consultants have been trusted to advise, elaborate, and lead the strategy, analysis, and execution of a host of mission-critical initiatives and projects for our clients. Pepper Foster’s projects have included helping our clients::

• Develop their business strategy or refresh an existing strategy
• Translate business strategy into manageable projects for execution
• Establish and lead project execution PMOs and Strategy execution offices
• Improve customer experience
• Assist/lead in the assessment, selection and implementation of new technology and business capabilities
• Identify and/or deliver major new products, services and revenue streams,
• Identify cost savings and revenue opportunities
• Define process and productivity improvements
• Serve as our clients “Other A-Team” when existing key resources are maxed out
• Figure Stuff Out and Get Stuff Done – FSO & GSD

DEI Vision Statement

Pepper Foster recognizes that diversity, equity and inclusion extends to but is not limited to culture, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation and physical ability. We are inspired by the unique communities where we live and work, and embrace diversity as vital to the health of our organization. We are driven by relentless curiosity and a strong desire to educate ourselves, build awareness and encourage continuous learning. We strive to provide a culture that is open, compassionate and respectful of all people.

The Position

To support our expansion, we are hiring a Recruiter to help us grow our team. With your successful track record as a full-cycle recruiter, you’ll be able to hit the ground running in our fast-paced, startup environment. You’ll be responsible for the following:

• Using your networks and other recruiting tools to identify, attract, and help select talented individuals who embody what Pepper Foster is all about.
• Utilizing your experience hiring professional services staff while bringing a proactive, self-starting approach to your work, building, organizing and improving processes while keeping a focus on providing a fantastic experience to all of our candidates.
• Collaborating with internal teams to gain insights into the specific skills, experience, and expertise needed for consultant roles.
• Building and maintaining a network of potential candidates for current and future consulting opportunities.
• Conducting initial screenings to evaluate candidates’ qualifications, skills, and compatibility, including evaluating their suitability for specific projects.
• Coordinating interviews with potential consultants
• Facilitating the offer process, ensuring a smooth transition from candidate acceptance to onboarding.
• Providing insights and recommendations to improve and enhance the recruitment process.
• Building relationships with local colleges and professional associations to build a network and brand awareness.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Hybrid. Expectation to be on-site ~2-3 days a week once the physical office space opens (opening date TBD) and option for remote work the other ~2-3 days a week.

Minimum Requirements

• Close to the Atlanta Metropolitan area
• 2+ years’ recruiting experience, managing the full lifecycle of recruiting (strategy, sourcing, screening, scheduling, selection) including process development
• Thrives in a dynamic environment and can quickly adjust strategies and priorities in response to changing needs.
• Ability to adapt a communication style and approach based on the ambiguity of different situations.
• Demonstrates resilience in the face of setbacks or unexpected challenges.
• Experience using recruiting tools including applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, along with a variety of social media outlets.
• Proven success filling positions quickly, with a focus on time to fill, candidate experience, and hiring team satisfaction.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with candidates.
• Experience with and excitement about working in fast-paced small team environment.

Bonus Points For

• Understanding of how professional services / consulting business models work and/or experience recruiting for a professional services / consulting firm.
• Startup and/or small company experience.

Base Salary Range

$75,000-$80,000 / annually

The Benefits of Working for PFC:

Our small, close-knit team is made up of consultants who are fun to work with, smart, emotionally mature, passionate, collaborative, and humble. They’re committed to excellence, going above and beyond, and making a difference for their clients, teammates and community. Pepper Foster offers interesting work and a strong company culture that drives our success. Our competitive compensation and benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• 8 Flexible Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Annual Performance Bonus
• FSA Plan
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Contribution
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Benefit
• Stock Options
• Profit Share Points
• $2500 Annual Professional Development per Employee
• All Expenses Paid Annual Retreat + Monthly Social Activities

Pepper Foster Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. PFC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.