Lead Technical Recruiter (Chicago)

About the Company

MMD Services Inc. - A woman-owned staffing boutique redefining recruiting partnerships. At MMD Services, were not your typical staffing firm. Were a tight-knit, performance-driven team delivering exceptional IT and Finance recruiting solutions for mid-sized to Fortune 500 clients.

We focus on Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Direct Hire placements - not short-term assignments or high-volume VMS work. Every search we take on is intentional, relationship-driven, and built to last. Our firm operates with elevated standards of quality, accountability, and long-term value creation February 2026 will mark our 20th year as a thriving woman-owned business!

Position Summary

The Lead Recruiter serves as a hands-on leader responsible for driving recruiting excellence by leading by example from a production standpoint, mentoring a team of recruiters, and delivering measurable hiring outcomes. This role requires consistently high standards for candidate quality, client experience, and internal performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3+ recruiters to meet and exceed weekly, monthly, and annual performance metrics.

Personally execute full-cycle (not full-desk, we have more than enough fillable roles) recruiting across Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Direct Hire roles leading by example.

Uphold high standards for candidate quality by ensuring submissions are thoroughly vetted, well-aligned to role requirements, and prepared for client interviews.

Partner directly with hiring managers to deeply understand technical needs, business priorities, and organizational culture strong emphasis on ongoing client relationships (minimal VMS).

Develop sourcing strategies that prioritize quality over volume while maintaining strong activity levels.

Maintain precise and timely documentation within applicant tracking systems.

Build long-term, trust-based relationships with candidates and clients.

High Standards & Quality Expectations

Ensure every candidate submission reflects MMDs commitment to excellence, accuracy, and professionalism.

Emphasize thorough screening, clear communication, and candidate preparation at every stage of the hiring process.

Maintain urgency without sacrificing precision, ethics, or quality.

Contribute to recruiting processes to improve efficiency, candidate experience, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

5+ years of full-cycle technical agency recruiting experience.

Proven success meeting or exceeding recruiting and revenue metrics.

Experience leading and developing agency recruiting teams.

Ability to manage recruiting efforts on multiple roles at once (2-3 / week standard)

Strong client-facing and relationship-building skills.

Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Competitive, results-driven mindset with a focus on long-term value.

Compensation Structure

Above-average commission potential designed to reward individual production, team performance, and consistent results.

Commissions earned from day one, with no prolonged ramp period.

Additional bonus opportunities tied to monthly, quarterly, and annual performance metrics.

Competitive monthly override on team numbers.

Why Youll Love It Here

Role ownership with meaningful impact

Base salary paired with above-market commission structure and bonus potential

Hybrid work environment (after training period)

Unlimited PTO

Culture built on trust, transparency, and accountability

Equal Opportunity Statement

MMD Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical / mental disability, medical condition, military / veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.