SDR Recruiting Associate I

BrightEdge is a leading enterprise SEO and content performance platform that helps companies understand how their digital content drives real business results. Founded in 2007, we’re trusted by thousands of organizations across more than 80 countries, including brands like Microsoft and Visa. Our platform combines powerful data and AI-driven insights allowing our customers to plan, optimize, and measure campaigns based on real-time content performance. 

What sets BrightEdge apart are our people. With 400+ global employees across 7 offices, we foster a collaborative, curious, and supportive environment where smart ideas are encouraged and impact is visible. If you enjoy solving meaningful problems, learning new things, and working alongside talented teammates while helping shape the future of digital marketing, BrightEdge is a great place to build your career. 

How you'll spend your time:

• Partner with Sales leadership to understand hiring needs, role requirements, and team culture. 
• Source and attract top college graduates and early career talent for SDR positions through campus events, career fairs, job postings, and networking. 
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from initial outreach to offer acceptance. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with university career centers, faculty, and student organizations. 
• Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, and assess candidates for skills, cultural fit, and potential. 
• Provide timely updates and feedback to candidates and hiring managers throughout the process. 
• Track and report on recruiting metrics to ensure hiring goals are met. 

We're excited about you if you have:

• 1–2 years of experience in college recruiting, preferably for sales or high-volume entry-level roles. 
• Strong understanding of sales roles and the qualities that make a candidate successful in a sales environment. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly. 
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Passionate about creating a positive candidate experience and promoting BrightEdge’s brand on campus. 
• On-site in Chicago

Benefits:

Motivating, high-impact work that builds your career 
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple package options 
15-23 days PTO depending on tenure plus 10 paid holidays 
Pre-tax commuter benefit plan and company contribution to help reduce parking/public transit costs 
Discounted gym membership and fitness benefits 
No or low cost therapy and professional coaching sessions through Spring Health 
4-6 weeks fully paid parental leave 
Pet wellness and insurance plans to keep your furry family healthy