Recruitment Specialist

BCforward; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing firm in Chicago seeks an experienced recruiter to provide end to end recruitment solutions. The role requires a minimum of 7 years of total recruitment experience, with at least 4 years in agency recruiting and 3 years in technology recruiting. Excellent communication, team collaboration, and time-management skills are essential. The position involves developing recruitment strategies, screening candidates, and organizing interviews. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Minimal travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 7 years total experience required.
• 4 years of agency recruiting experience required.
• 3 years technology recruiting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide end to end recruitment service.
• Develop recruitment strategies in consultation with stakeholders.
• Conduct first-level candidate screening.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Multi-tasking

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media

Job description

BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers’ needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward’s headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 20 locations in North America as well as India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana.

Job Description

Job Description:

To provide an end to end recruitment service and solutions in line with requirements. Develop recruitment strategies in consultation with stakeholders - advise on subjects such as market rates and trends. Work with PSL agencies to provide the most effective solution to meet client requirements. 1st level candidate screening (reviewing CV's). Communicate results, organise and perform interviews when requested. Manage offers, candidate feedback, start date and contract terms. Provide a client focused approach, delivering a speedy and highly efficient level of service.

Required Skills:

• Communicate candidate statuses, decisions, and recruiting challenges to leadership via accurate and timely reporting
• Assist with other recruitment programs and projects as needed
• Interact on a timely basis with the client to understand specific hiring requirements Basic Qualifications
• 7 years total experience
• 4 years agency recruiting experience
• 3 years technology recruiting experience
• 3 years direct sourcing Preferred Qualifications
• Previous recruiting experience preferred; telemarketing experience helpful
• Apply creative strategies to identify the passive job seeker
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Must be able to multi-task, work independently, have excellent time-management, and thorough documentation skills.
• Strong professional communication style
• High proficiency working with Microsoft Office and internet, including social media
• Conduct market research on employment and industry trends, as well as salary data
• Technical aptitude to understand web technologies, especially around e-commerce, content management, IT governance, and interactive marketing
• Ability to deliver information to a variety of audiences effectively
• Bachelor’s degree preferred Travel Travel as business needs require though minimal travel is expected for this position.