Recruiter - Basketball

Recruiter, Basketball Position Summary:Octagon is seeking an experienced professional with knowledge and contacts in basketball. The primary responsibility of this position will be to recruit new clients, with a focus on the recruitment of professional basketball players.Responsibilities and Duties:Identify and attract new clientsRepresent Octagon Basketball at events and in meetingsEstablish and maintain contacts within the basketball industry and with potential recruitsCollaborate and interact well with other Octagon Basketball personnelTravel as needed in the performance of job responsibilitiesOther related duties as reasonably assignedRequired Qualifications:Minimum of five years' experience in the field of basketballExisting contacts within the basketball communityPrior experience recruiting athletes with a demonstrable track record of successKnowledge of the basketball systems within the USStrong sales and marketing skillsStrong negotiation skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to use good business judgement and to make quick decisions in situations where discretion is requiredAbility to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends, as requiredAbility to travel as neededFor consideration, please submit resume and cover letter on-line at www.Octagon.com in the "Careers" section.Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.