Provider Recruitment Specialist

Step into a role as a Provider Recruitment Specialist , where in this role, you will screen, recruit and contract providers to meet the growing needs of the nationwide backup care network. Provide support for other members of the Provider Accounts team regarding provider contracts.

Research potential providers utilizing various resources to ensure quality, engage with potential providers that are determined to meet our quality standards and persuade the providers to join the Back Up Care network.

This Hybrid role requires in-person work at our Westminster, CO office.

Bright Horizons is a leading education and care company that helps employees thrive at work and at home by partnering with employers to offer high-quality child care, elder care, and educational support. Our workplace reflects this commitment—with collaborative environments, meaningful benefits, and a culture that supports both career growth and personal well-being.

Whether you’re caring for children or powering the systems and partnerships that make it all possible, at Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.

Responsibilities

• Depending on the line of business, the position may perform some or all of the below functions: Research assigned markets to identify potential backup care provider solutions.
• Independently determine priority of non-assigned markets for recruiting new providers
• Determine which providers in the market meet our quality standards based on research, reviews, licensing information and autonomous opinion.
• Initiate, follow up and complete the recruitment process for qualified providers.
• This includes cold outreach to potential providers, explaining the Back Up Care program clearly & concisely, persuading the provider to join our network and keep the provider engaged during the onboarding process.
• Independently negotiate rates in alignment with standards set by the program.
• Obtain and audit all required documentation from newly recruited providers in order to secure a complete account record.
• Ensure that if corrections are needed, those are completed and accurate
• Assist in the development and maintenance of positive relationships with contracted providers.
• Maintain a record of activities and results for each market assigned.
• As required, work closely with regional team to complete the daily transactional work needed to successfully manage and grow the nationwide backup care provider network

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required
• Associate Degree preferred2 years of experience in a customer service, recruitment, vendor management or sales position with a track record of hitting established targets required3 years relevant experience would be considered in lieu of applicable degree
• Additional

Job Requirements

• Experience in recruiting Back Up Care provider partners preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with negotiating contracts or difficult conversations
• Proficient in basic Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Motivated to meet and exceed goals as an individual and contribute to the success of a larger team
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• General comfort level with generating reports and pulling data
• Experience with presenting or general comfort level with public speaking
• At this time, Bright Horizons will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization/visa for this position.
• Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed.
• We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways.
• We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you.
• At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.
• Salary/Hourly Rate and Other Compensation Disclosures:

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $22.00 – $23.60 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Benefits

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave 401(k) retirement plan Long-term and short-term disability insurance Life insurance Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools Tuition assistance and education coaching Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness Deadline to Apply Information:

This posting is anticipated to remain open until July 12th, 2026.

Compensation

$23.60

Life at Bright Horizons

At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve.

Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.