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Justin Leslie

Justin Leslie

Rockford,MI

Summary

Executive Search & Talent Acquisition Professional Dynamic talent acquisition leader with 15+ years of experience in recruitment, executive search and sales leadership across diverse industries, including Building Materials, Healthcare, Real Estate and Technology. Recognized for delivering high-quality candidates, driving client satisfaction, and streamlining hiring processes to save time and costs. Adept at sourcing passive talent, negotiating offers, and aligning talent strategies with business goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiting Manager - Technology Practice

Robert Half
10.2025 - Current

Technology Recruiting Manager | Robert Half (Oct 2025 – Present)

• Partner with clients to define ideal candidate profiles and hiring strategies

• Lead full-cycle recruiting including sourcing, structured interviews, and onboarding

• Leverage LinkedIn and advanced sourcing to engage passive candidates

• Deliver high-touch candidate experiences and maintain strong relationships

• Provide market insights to improve client hiring decisions

Executive Search Consultant

Joy Motion Group
10.2023 - Current
  • Delivered full-cycle recruitment services, sourcing top-tier candidates across building materials, healthcare, and data industries.
  • Achieved cost and time savings for clients by managing hiring processes end-to-end, including pre-screening, interviewing, and reference checks.
  • Enhanced candidate presentations through professional resume formatting and targeted coaching.
  • Secured competitive compensation packages by negotiating offers that met client and candidate needs.

Associate Recruitment Specialist

The Bridger Group
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Recruited 30+ permanent placements annually for roles in sales, HR, C-suite, and engineering, leveraging CRM systems, market research, and direct sourcing techniques.
  • Excelled in passive talent outreach, converting cold leads into engaged candidates through strategic communication.
  • Recognized with multiple industry awards, including 2022 Associate of the Year and Top Billing awards.
  • Generated weekly progress reports to track candidate pipelines and ensure client satisfaction.

Director of Growth and Recruitment & Licensed Real-Estate Agent

Keller Williams East
10.2017 - 04.2021
  • Directed recruitment and growth initiatives, identifying and onboarding qualified talent.
  • Streamlined hiring processes and facilitated seamless onboarding for new hire agents.
  • Conducted private showings and negotiations, driving year over year growth to $5.3M in sales revenue.
  • Additional Roles:
  • Bondsman & Investigative Contractor | Universal Fire & Casualty (2016–2021)
  • Client Relationship Manager | Capitol Asset Recovery Services (2014–2016)
  • Systems Sales Consultant | Baudville Inc.(2010–2014)
  • Collateral Recovery Sales Manager | Repossession Management Services (2006–2009)

Education

Communications -

Western Michigan University
01-2005

Skills

  • Executive Search & Headhunting
  • Competitive Talent Sourcing
  • Negotiation & Offer Management
  • CRM & Data Sourcing Tools (Salesforce, Boolean search)
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Analytical Market Research

Interests

Outdoor Adventurer: Whether it’s boating, fishing, or exploring trails, I find my peace in the great outdoors, Sports Buff: Swinging on the golf course, smashing on the pickleball court, and mentoring future stars as a youth lacrosse and football coach, All-Star Dad: Full-time cheerleader and road warrior for my three travel lacrosse stars

Timeline

Recruiting Manager - Technology Practice

Robert Half
10.2025 - Current

Executive Search Consultant

Joy Motion Group
10.2023 - Current

Associate Recruitment Specialist

The Bridger Group
05.2021 - 10.2023

Director of Growth and Recruitment & Licensed Real-Estate Agent

Keller Williams East
10.2017 - 04.2021

Communications -

Western Michigan University

Links

linkedin.com/in/justin-leslie-1a5288100
Justin Leslie