Senior Recruitment Consultant - Chicago, IL

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Parental leave

Wellness program

Birthday leave

AI tools access

Job summary

Michael Page connects people with roles where they can do their best and helps businesses find the talent they need to grow. In Chicago, consultants specialize in Construction, Accounting & Finance, and Manufacturing & Engineering, working closely with clients and candidates who see you as a trusted partner, not just a recruiter.

We’re performance-driven with clear goals, transparent progress tracking, and structured training.

Qualifications

• Experience prospecting and developing new business.
• Proven ability to close deals and meet targets.
• Track record of meeting or exceeding objectives.
• Motivation to build a long-term sales and recruitment career.
• BA or BS degree or equivalent experience.
• Coachable and adaptable with curiosity about people and business.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a portfolio of clients.
• Win new business through targeted outreach and lead generation.
• Own the recruitment process from first conversation through placement.
• Manage and grow your network of candidates and clients.
• Source, screen and assess candidates using online tools.
• Work closely with clients to deliver hiring solutions.
• Run structured interviews to assess experience and motivation.
• Lead contract and fee negotiations with clients.

Skills

Prospecting

New business

Closing deals

Targets met

Adaptable

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

We are seeking a motivated recruitment professional from the industry to join our team in Chicago! This role focuses on driving growth by identifying new business opportunities and building strong client and candidate relationships in the business services industry.

Michael Page connects people with roles where they can do their best and helps businesses find the talent they need to grow. With about 6,000 plus people across 34 countries, we've been doing this for 50 years, building deep expertise, long-term relationships and a reputation of our customer's trust. In Chicago, our consultants specialize in Construction, Accounting & Finance, and Manufacturing & Engineering. That focus means you work closely with clients and candidates who see you as a trusted partner, not just a recruiter. We're a performance-driven business with clear goals and transparency. You can easily see what success looks like, track your progress, and build a career with momentum. With structured training, modern tools and support from experienced leaders, you'll be set up to succeed from day one.

Description

• Build and manage a portfolio of clients.
• Win new business through targeted outreach and lead generation across your area.
• Own the recruitment process from first conversation through to placement.
• Manage and grow your own network of candidates and clients, both new and existing.
• Source, screen and assess candidates using a range of online tools and platforms.
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver hiring solutions that last.
• Run structured interviews to assess experience, capability and motivation.
• Lead contract and fee negotiations with potential clients.

Profile

• Experience prospecting and developing new business.
• A proven ability to close deals and deliver against targets.
• A track record of meeting or exceeding objectives.
• Motivation to build a long-term career in sales and recruitment.
• A BA or BS degree, or equivalent experience.
• A coachable, adaptable approach and a genuine curiosity about people and business.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary with quarterly commission, linked directly to your performance and results.
• Full ownership of the sales and recruitment cycle, giving you accountability and influence.
• Clear career progression with defined pathways into senior and leadership roles.
• Structured, industry-leading training that keeps your skills sharp and relevant.
• Flexible working options, strong parental leave support, and additional wellness, birthday and flexible bank holiday leave.
• Access to the latest tools and technology, including AI-enabled solutions that save you time.

An inclusive culture where people feel supported, respected and able to be themselves at work.

Page Group USA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.