OPT Corporate Recruiter Jobs
Corporate Recruiter roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in human resources, business, or psychology. Most positions qualify as professional roles under OPT's specialty occupation standard. Your 12-month OPT window is enough time to demonstrate value and position yourself for H-1B visa sponsorship through a full-time recruiting role.
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CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is the nation's number one distributed retail mortgage lender with more than 7,000 employees operating over 700 branches and servicing loans across all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Our company has been recognized ten times on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private businesses and has received many awards for our standout culture.
A culture where you can grow! CCM has created an exceptional culture driving employee engagement, exceeding employee expectations, and directly impacting company success. At our core, our entrepreneurial spirit empowers every employee to be who they are to help us move forward together. You’ll get unwavering support from all departments and total transparency from the top down.
CCM offers eligible employees a competitive compensation plan and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, as well as a 401K. We also offer company-provided short-term disability, an employee assistance program, and a wellness program.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Corporate Recruiter will employ traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting channels. The Corporate Recruiter plays a critical role in hiring individuals and achieving staffing objectives by recruiting and evaluating job candidates.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- High-volume recruiting, adhering to strict deadlines and hiring goals.
- Work with hiring managers on establishing hiring priorities and developing hiring targets.
- Develop and maintain relationships with hiring managers.
- Create, update and develop job descriptions.
- Conduct regular and consistent follow-ups with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
- Develop a pipeline of qualified candidates in advance of requirements.
- Research and recommend new sources for proactive candidate recruiting.
- Post openings to online internet resources or other position-appropriate venues.
- Improve the company website’s recruiting section to assist in recruiting.
- Use social and professional networking sites to identify and source candidates.
- Screen candidates resumes and job applications.
- Conduct and prescreen interviews using various reliable recruiting and selection tools/methods.
- Evaluate applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Schedule interviews and provide timely follow up.
- Collaborate with HR team members to assist in onboarding new employees ensuring a smooth transition.
- Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process.
- Collect and interpret data-based measurements to demonstrate the effectiveness or failure of the recruitment system from position opening to onboarding.
- Maintain highly confidential documentation and information.
- Be an ambassador of the CrossCountry Mortgage brand.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, related field or equivalent experience, preferred.
- 3-5 years of human resources corporate recruiting experience preferred.
- Mortgage industry experience a plus.
- Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems.
- Excellent candidate sourcing and relationship building skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Effective communication, organization, problem-solving and collaboration skills.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC offers MORE than a job, we offer a career. Apply now to begin your path to success!
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC strives to provide employees with a robust benefit package:
California residents: Please see CrossCountry’s privacy statement for information about how CrossCountry collects and uses personal information about California applicants.
CrossCountry Mortgage supports equal employment opportunity in hiring, development and advancement for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, uniformed service, covered veteran status, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, domestic violence victim status (where applicable), protected hair style or texture, genetic information (testing or characteristics), or any other protected status of an individual or because of the individual’s association with a member of a protected group or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (“Protected Characteristics”). The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation. The Company is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture that welcomes diversity and inclusion.
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC (NMLS3029) is an FHA Approved Lending Institution and is not acting on behalf of or at the direction of HUD/FHA or the Federal government. To verify licensing, please visit www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org.
INTRODUCTION
CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is the nation's number one distributed retail mortgage lender with more than 7,000 employees operating over 700 branches and servicing loans across all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Our company has been recognized ten times on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private businesses and has received many awards for our standout culture.
A culture where you can grow! CCM has created an exceptional culture driving employee engagement, exceeding employee expectations, and directly impacting company success. At our core, our entrepreneurial spirit empowers every employee to be who they are to help us move forward together. You’ll get unwavering support from all departments and total transparency from the top down.
CCM offers eligible employees a competitive compensation plan and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, as well as a 401K. We also offer company-provided short-term disability, an employee assistance program, and a wellness program.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Corporate Recruiter will employ traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting channels. The Corporate Recruiter plays a critical role in hiring individuals and achieving staffing objectives by recruiting and evaluating job candidates.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- High-volume recruiting, adhering to strict deadlines and hiring goals.
- Work with hiring managers on establishing hiring priorities and developing hiring targets.
- Develop and maintain relationships with hiring managers.
- Create, update and develop job descriptions.
- Conduct regular and consistent follow-ups with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
- Develop a pipeline of qualified candidates in advance of requirements.
- Research and recommend new sources for proactive candidate recruiting.
- Post openings to online internet resources or other position-appropriate venues.
- Improve the company website’s recruiting section to assist in recruiting.
- Use social and professional networking sites to identify and source candidates.
- Screen candidates resumes and job applications.
- Conduct and prescreen interviews using various reliable recruiting and selection tools/methods.
- Evaluate applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Schedule interviews and provide timely follow up.
- Collaborate with HR team members to assist in onboarding new employees ensuring a smooth transition.
- Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process.
- Collect and interpret data-based measurements to demonstrate the effectiveness or failure of the recruitment system from position opening to onboarding.
- Maintain highly confidential documentation and information.
- Be an ambassador of the CrossCountry Mortgage brand.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, related field or equivalent experience, preferred.
- 3-5 years of human resources corporate recruiting experience preferred.
- Mortgage industry experience a plus.
- Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems.
- Excellent candidate sourcing and relationship building skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Effective communication, organization, problem-solving and collaboration skills.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC offers MORE than a job, we offer a career. Apply now to begin your path to success!
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC strives to provide employees with a robust benefit package:
California residents: Please see CrossCountry’s privacy statement for information about how CrossCountry collects and uses personal information about California applicants.
CrossCountry Mortgage supports equal employment opportunity in hiring, development and advancement for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, uniformed service, covered veteran status, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, domestic violence victim status (where applicable), protected hair style or texture, genetic information (testing or characteristics), or any other protected status of an individual or because of the individual’s association with a member of a protected group or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (“Protected Characteristics”). The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation. The Company is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture that welcomes diversity and inclusion.
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC (NMLS3029) is an FHA Approved Lending Institution and is not acting on behalf of or at the direction of HUD/FHA or the Federal government. To verify licensing, please visit www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Corporate Recruiter
Target companies with dedicated HR or talent acquisition teams
Large enterprises and high-growth tech companies run structured recruiting functions that regularly sponsor visas. A standalone recruiter at a 10-person startup rarely has the legal infrastructure or budget to file an H-1B visa petition on your behalf.
Frame your degree as the foundation of the role
OPT requires your job to relate to your field of study. A human resources, psychology, or business degree maps directly to corporate recruiting. Be ready to explain that connection clearly to employers and document it in your offer letter.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Corporate recruiting roles often have 4-to-8-week hiring timelines including interviews and background checks. Starting your job search 3 months before graduation gives you enough runway to land an offer before your authorization window opens.
Prioritize roles with a formal H-1B sponsorship track record
Some employers sponsor in principle but rarely follow through for non-engineering roles. Search Department of Labor disclosure data to verify that a company has filed H-1B petitions for HR and recruiting job titles specifically, not just technical roles.
Use your OPT period to build measurable recruiting results
H-1B petitions require evidence of a specialty occupation. Metrics like time-to-fill, offer acceptance rates, and hires per quarter give your employer concrete material to support your petition and demonstrate the specialized nature of your work.
Ask about sponsorship directly during the offer stage
Many employers assume OPT students will self-resolve their visa situation. Raising the H-1B sponsorship question at the offer stage, not after you start, ensures both sides understand the commitment before you accept and prevents surprises at the 12-month mark.
Corporate Recruiter OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Corporate Recruiter role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, provided your degree is in a related field such as human resources, business administration, or psychology. OPT requires your employment to be directly related to your major. Corporate recruiting involves talent strategy, behavioral assessment, and workforce planning, which align closely with HR and business degrees. Document that connection in writing with your employer before you start.
Where can I find Corporate Recruiter jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship and work authorization type. Most general job boards don't filter by OPT eligibility, which means you spend time applying to roles that won't move forward once the employer learns you need work authorization. Migrate Mate removes that friction.
Can I work as a corporate recruiter on STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree qualifies as a STEM field, which most HR and business degrees do not. STEM OPT is limited to degrees on the Department of Homeland Security's STEM Designated Degree Program List. A bachelor's in computer science with a recruiting role may not satisfy the STEM OPT relationship requirement. Confirm with your DSO before assuming the 24-month extension applies.
How early should I start applying for Corporate Recruiter roles before my OPT begins?
Start at least 3 months before your expected OPT start date. Corporate recruiting roles typically involve multiple interview rounds, a hiring manager screen, HR panel, and sometimes a case study or sourcing exercise. Factor in background check timelines and offer negotiation. You can apply before your EAD card arrives, but you cannot begin working until the card is in hand and your OPT start date has passed.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B for a Corporate Recruiter role?
Some do, but it's less automatic than for engineering or software roles. Recruiting is a recognized specialty occupation when tied to a specific degree, and companies in financial services, consulting, and technology have sponsored H-1B petitions for talent acquisition roles. The strongest candidates demonstrate measurable impact during their OPT period, making the business case for sponsorship straightforward when the H-1B lottery window opens in March.