Sales Recruiter

Our Mission and Opportunity

Early education is one of the greatest determinants of childhood outcomes, is a must for working families, and has lasting social and economic impact. Brightwheel’s vision is high quality early education for every child. We pursue this by directly supporting teachers in the classroom, engaging parents in the development of their kids, and enabling the small businesses that make up the backbone of the $175 billion early education industry. Brightwheel is the most loved technology brand in early education, trusted by tens of thousands of providers and millions of educators and families.

Our Team

Our team is passionate, talented, and customer-focused. We're a fast growing tech company backed by some of the best investors in Silicon Valley, and we are building our first in-person office in Des Moines!

Who You Are  

You’re a high-energy, people-driven recruiter who thrives in fast-paced environments. You move quickly but think critically, adapting to changes and solving problems on the fly. You care deeply about delivering great candidate experiences, and you’re scrappy — you roll up your sleeves, find solutions, and make things happen. You're someone who earns trust, operates with empathy, and sees every interaction as an opportunity to build our brand.

• Support high-volume, full-cycle hiring for outbound sales roles in Des Moines
• Own day-to-day candidate flow: sourcing, screening, scheduling, and communicating
• Coordinate and host onsite interview days, ensuring an excellent candidate experience
• Represent brightwheel at local hiring events, job fairs, and university career days
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local partners and talent pipelines
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers and Recruiting teammates to hit hiring goals
• Support onboarding and help shape a positive, inclusive office culture

• 1–3 years of experience in recruiting or a related, fast-paced people-facing role
• Managed multiple reqs or pipelines simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Partnered effectively with stakeholders to drive results and improve processes
• Represented a company or brand in public-facing contexts (e.g., events, outreach)
• Demonstrated strong judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Thrived in environments where speed, ownership, and adaptability are key

Equity & Ownership:

We believe in empowering our employees as stakeholders in brightwheel’s success. As an equity holder, your financial upside grows alongside the company’s achievements, offering a truly meaningful and compelling long-term opportunity.

Premium Benefits & Wellness Support:

We want our team members and their families to thrive. We support this through:

--Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits typically valued at $15,000+, with brightwheel providing high coverage for both employees and families 

--Generous Paid Parental Leave for growing families

--Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge and relax

--401(k) Enrollment to help you plan for the future

Brightwheel is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.