Pros
The growth opportunity is fantastic. I'm less than a year in and my earnings have gone up nearly 75%. As a recruiter you also stay knowledgeable in technology trends and skill sets, and really get to learn more about organizations that are developing software and solutions that help people. Everyone is very easy to get along with and management rewards the team with off days, sports events, and happy hours.
Cons
In the beginning, it takes some time to learn the new tools and skill sets companies are looking for. When I first started, I didn't have any clue what a Front End developer was. This takes at least 13 weeks to get a decent grasp of. Additionally the 'people' industry can be unpredictable and quit or drop out of an interview process when you least expect it. You need to be able to take a punch and battle back in this industry.