Senior Recruiter

Talnt is seeking a Senior Recruiter to oversee the recruitment function and drive full-cycle hiring across diverse roles and industries. This onsite Chicago, IL position leads and develops a recruiting team, implements strategic sourcing, and partners with leadership on workforce planning. The annual compensation ranges from $100,000 to $140,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a recruiting team to meet hiring objectives and sustain high performance.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, hiring managers, and clients to understand needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
• Design and implement strategic sourcing to attract top talent, including passive candidates.
• Track key recruitment metrics, analyze data, and report progress to leadership.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws, hiring regulations, and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvements in recruitment processes, tools, and candidate experience.
• Oversee vendor relationships, job boards, and recruitment technology platforms to maximize effectiveness.
• Collaborate with leadership to forecast staffing needs and support workforce planning initiatives.
• Stay informed on market trends, salary benchmarks, and innovations in talent acquisition.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other job boards.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, market mapping, and advanced sourcing techniques.
• Proven track record of successfully managing recruitment teams and achieving hiring goals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Technologies

• Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• LinkedIn Recruiter
• Indeed

Desired Qualifications

• Experience recruiting in specialized industries such as technology, healthcare, or engineering.
• Knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and best practices in diversity hiring.
• Experience implementing recruitment technology, CRMs, or automation tools to enhance efficiency.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data for decision-making and process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to build long-term partnerships with business leaders and clients.