Join FlexRecruit, Our Fractional Recruiting Network

FlexRecruit is built for experienced recruiters who value the craft of recruiting and want the flexibility to work in a way that aligns with how they deliver their best work. It’s a partnership model that connects you with meaningful client engagements—supported by Brightwing’s reputation, resources, and long-standing relationships.

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How the FlexRecruit Network Works

FlexRecruit is Brightwing’s network of experienced recruiting professionals who operate independently while partnering with us on client engagements. It’s built for the fractional recruiter who wants autonomy and ownership but doesn’t want to build everything alone.

As a FlexRecruit consultant, you:

  • Partner with Brightwing on open requisitions and ongoing client relationships that fit your niche
  • Keep control of your schedule, workload, and work style
  • Tap into Brightwing’s infrastructure, reputation, and client network to extend your reach

As a FlexRecruit consultant, you partner with Brightwing on open requisitions or ongoing client relationships that align with your expertise. You maintain control over your schedule, workload, and work style—while leveraging Brightwing’s established infrastructure, reputation, and client network to grow your reach.

Why Experienced Recruiters Choose FlexRecruit

FlexRecruit gives you the freedom to recruit your way, with the stability and credibility of an established firm behind you.

  • Get Flexibility That Works

    You choose your hours, projects, and commitment level. Want ten hours a week around an existing book of business? Great. Want to ramp up during certain quarters, then slow down? That works too. These are flexible recruitment jobs that adjust as your life and workload change.

  • Stop Recruiting On an Island

    You work independently, but you’re not on your own. You get access to:

    • Brightwing’s ATS and sourcing tools
    • Job boards and search resources
    • Administrative support so you spend your time recruiting, not chasing paperwork

    You’re not cold calling random prospects to build a desk. We bring real roles and real clients. You plug in where your experience fits.

  • Work on Real, High-Quality Roles

    FlexRecruit consultants support hiring across industries like technology, automotive, engineering, manufacturing, and professional services. The work comes with intake, context, and realistic expectations. If you’ve bounced through too many freelance recruiter jobs that felt like chaos, you’ll notice the difference quickly.

  • Protect Your Time and Your Earning Power

    There are no call quotas or burnout rituals. You set your own hourly rate, and we match you with client projects that align with your expertise and goals. You get paid for hours worked, not just for the one placement that makes it through a dozen internal hurdles.

Start Your Next Chapter in Fractional Recruiting

Ready to trade grind and guesswork for flexible, well-supported work as a fractional recruiter? FlexRecruit lets you keep your independence while plugging into real client demand, proven tools, and a team that actually has your back.

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Check Whether You’re a Fit for FlexRecruit

FlexRecruit is a professional network for recruiters who’ve mastered the search process and are ready to plug their expertise into high-quality work, on their terms.

We look for:

  • Proven agency or in-house recruiting experience
  • An ownership mindset and clear, professional communication
  • A strong candidate experience lens, not just “fill the req” thinking
  • Comfort working independently while collaborating with a broader team
  • Availability in the 5 to 25 hours per week range, depending on projects

If you’re driven by relationships, results, and continuous growth, you’ll fit in here.

How to Plug Into the FlexRecruit Network

You should know exactly what to expect before you apply.

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  • 1. Apply to the Network. Submit a short form with your background, niche, and availability, plus your resume or LinkedIn profile. This is where you tell us what kind of fractional recruiting work you want.
  • 2. Connect With the Team. If there’s a potential fit, we’ll invite you to an onboarding conversation to dig into your strengths, preferred industries, and where you like to focus in the process.
  • 3. Match to Client Work. We’ll match you with Brightwing client engagements based on your skills, availability, and role volume. You might own sourcing, full-cycle recruiting, or a defined part of the process.
  • 4. Recruit With Support. You’ll use Brightwing’s tools, infrastructure, and internal support teams so you can focus on what you do best: finding and closing the right people. You’re still independent, but you’re not improvising everything alone.
  • 5. Get Paid for the Work You Do. You’re paid hourly for your time. This isn’t a commission-only setup. You get predictable earnings tied to your actual effort.
  • 6. Flex as Your Life Changes. Stay active with steady work, or pull back when other projects or life priorities take over. The network’s designed to flex with you over time.

FlexRecruit FAQs

Typically 1099, with some flexibility depending on the engagement and location.

No. Brightwing brings the client relationships and open requisitions. You bring your expertise as a fractional recruiter.

No. It’s fractional. You decide how much you want to work and when.

Yes. We’re big fans of portfolio careers. Many FlexRecruit consultants juggle other consulting work, part-time roles, or their own clients.

That depends on your background. We support roles across tech, manufacturing, engineering, and corporate functions. We’ll align you with searches that match your experience so you’re not guessing every time you screen.

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“I am inspired by passionate, enthusiastic people who have a burning desire to grow both professionally and personally. I enjoy creating opportunities for them to push their own boundaries. By creating a culture of learning and growth, I get to see our team members grow beyond their expectations. This is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job at Brightwing.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 12.13.1995
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“We have the chance to make a positive change in people’s lives on a daily basis—whether we’re working with a candidate looking for their next great opportunity, or a client or hiring manager in need of talent to complete their team. Positive change is around every corner as long as you take the time to realize it and build relationships for the right reasons, always keeping others’ best interests in mind.”

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Brightwing Birthdate: 12.13.1995
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“My greatest satisfaction is working with and meeting so many great people. There is no better feeling than finding someone that dream job. Every day brings new challenges and experiences that few careers can provide.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 03.16.1999 Phone: 248.585.4750 x409
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“As the HR Director at Brightwing, my goal is to act as a catalyst that enables all Brightwingers to be the best employees they can be, contribute to the company’s success, and live out our core values every day. I’m responsible for providing employees with policies and programs that support their employment, recognizing and rewarding them for a job well done and guiding employees’ growth to achieve their professional goals and greatest potential. Brightwing has an incredible ‘let’s do it’ mentality. It’s so refreshing to work around individuals who are constantly improving and challenging one another to be their best.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 08.26.2016 Phone: 248.585.4750
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“In an egg-and-bacon breakfast, the chicken is involved because it simply lays an egg, while the hog is committed because it gives its life to be the bacon. I am involved in the business of staffing and recruiting but committed to the growth, evolution, and actualization of my colleagues.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 06.20.1994 Phone: 248.585.4750 x248
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“As a controller at Brightwing, it’s my responsibility to coordinate with all departments to ensure that financial goals are communicated and facilitate discussions of desired efforts to meet those goals. It’s a pleasure to work with various departments such as sales, finance, HR, and marketing to verify that transactions are captured correctly and timely, along with communicating how these transactions impact Brightwing’s goals.“

Brightwing Birthdate: 10.31.2022 Phone: 248.585.4750
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“As Marketing Manager at Brightwing, my goal is to bridge the gap between us, our candidates, and our partners. People are at our core, and I aim to capture the people, stories, and experiences that shape us.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 10.06.2023 Phone: 248.585.4750 x203
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“I love the sense of accomplishment knowing I played a part in helping a candidate find a great opportunity—whether the candidate is fresh out of college looking to get their feet wet, or an established engineer looking to make a move up the corporate ladder, or even someone who just doesn’t feel appreciated in their current role and wants to make a lateral move. It’s all rewarding, knowing a candidate puts their trust in you for one of the most stressful events in life. Also, I love working alongside this great group of people who share the same passion, excitement, and sometimes even frustrations on a day-to-day basis.”

Specialties: Finance and Accounting

Brightwing Birthdate: 11.02.2005 Phone: 248.585.4750 x298
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“I love meeting engineers who are passionate about their craft and helping them find new challenges that push their careers in the direction they want to go.”

Specialties: Engineering (Electrical, Software, Embedded, Hardware)

Brightwing Birthdate: 11.24.2014 Phone: 248.658.9511
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“I love working alongside this great group of people that take pride in being a part of a process—a process which helps individuals succeed in reaching their professional and personal growth, and partnering with organizations that understand the value, as Brightwing values human potential.”

Specialties: Human Resources, Financial Services, Engineering

Brightwing Birthdate: 03.22.2021 Phone: 248.585.4750 X352
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“As a recruiter, I look forward to meeting new people and building relationships that could lead to professional success. I am excited to expand my networks and help people reach their full potential in their careers.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 09.06.2022 Phone: 248.585.4750 x374
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“I truly enjoy working with my teammates and helping clients and candidates find the right match in each other. I’m motivated and driven by success and my growth as a person and employee. Each day I learn and apply something new to develop stellar ideas and solutions.”

Specialties: Information Technology including Web/Application Development, Business/Data Analysis, Project Management and Infrastructure Engineering, and Support roles

Brightwing Birthdate: 10.06.2014 Phone: 248.585.4750 x411
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“With 14 years of staffing experience, I thrive on building meaningful relationships with my clients. I love being a problem solver and helping my clients find that perfect candidate to help contribute to the success of their organization. “

Brightwing Birthdate: 5.19.2021 Phone: 248.585.4750 x205
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“I truly enjoy being a resource for both clients and candidates. Whether partnering directly with prospective clients, hiring managers and stakeholders to fill critical roles, or helping top talent find their perfect fit, I’m eager to provide solutions, exceed expectations, and create lasting relationships.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 12.01.2024 Phone: 248.658.9486
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“This business is all about relationships, of which I have built many from both a client and as consultant/employee perspective. It’s more than just working to become financially successful—it is helping others succeed in their goals.”

Specialties: IT, Engineering, Finance & Accounting

Brightwing Birthdate: 04.20.1999 Phone: 954.385.5405 / 586.201.8386
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“I have long held the view that building relationships is one of the most important things in life. Brightwing gives me the opportunity to do that every single day. Constantly connecting and expanding my network allows me to grow endlessly. I love creating relationships through discovering the opportunities that are all around us.”

Specialties: Engineering

Brightwing Birthdate: 11.22.2021 Phone: 248.585.4750 X215
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“I love creating relationships and having conversations with people. The more you get to know someone, the more you understand their goals, values and most importantly their character. Once I truly understand a candidate, I am well equipped to find the best possible fit for them. That’s my goal, finding people jobs they will love!”

Brightwing Birthdate: 12.13.2021 Phone: 248.585.4750 x410
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“I’m passionate about creating lasting connections between top talent and organizations where they can not only succeed but truly belong. I believe a great match goes beyond skill. It’s about finding the right cultural fit and ensuring personalities align to foster a thriving workplace. By understanding the unique qualities of each company and the aspirations of every candidate, I help build teams that are collaborative, innovative, and productive. At Brightwing, I’m committed to making these meaningful connections that drive success for both individuals and organizations.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 11.06.2023 Phone: 248.585.4750 x1003
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“I’m a dedicated and enthusiastic professional who thrives on helping and guiding candidates as they navigate their career paths and find fulfilling jobs that align with their aspirations. My entire career, I’ve sought and done fulfilling work, and it’s my mission to help professionals accomplish the same thing. My approach is to partner with great companies looking for great people and assist them in integrating top talent into their organizations. The Brightwing experience makes all the difference in accomplishing these goals.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 04.29.2024 Phone: 248.585.4750 x234
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“It’s the little things that make my job worthwhile. I support several departments, and my top priority is to make sure our employees are onboarded efficiently. When I receive an email from an employee saying how excited they are for the opportunity to work for one of our clients, it feels good knowing that I’m a part of something bigger and that we are doing what we are meant to do here at Brightwing: give people an opportunity to work on something they are passionate about.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 11.07.2002 Phone: 248.585.4750 x226
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“I enjoy communicating with the contractors we have in all states. It makes me feel good to know that I’m helping people and that they feel comfortable contacting me to answer their questions. I love coming to work every day because I love all the people I work with internally; we are a family.”

Brightwing Birthdate: 04.20.1999 Phone: 248.585.4750
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“I truly enjoy helping others and taking care of the challenging stuff so they can focus on doing what they enjoy doing. My job allows me to be organized, focused, and detail-oriented. Any HR professional (along with Forrest Gump’s mom) will tell you that each day is like a box of chocolates because you just never know what you are going to get! Coming into the office each day is easy because my colleagues are a supportive family that also encourages me to have fun!”

Brightwing Birthdate: 05.23.2016 Phone: 248.585.4750 x221