Talent Acquisition Coordinator - Interview & Travel Ops

Abbott; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott’s Corporate Human Resources team in Abbott Park, IL seeks a Talent Acquisition Coordinator for a long‑term contract role. You’ll support U.S. recruiting operations, manage scheduling for high‑volume interviews, and coordinate travel, background checks, and relocation documentation.

This 40‑hour/week role involves partnering with TA teams, posting roles, and creating dashboards using Excel. A strong customer service mindset and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HR, Communications, or related field.
• Experience in customer service, HR, or administrative support.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office products.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent organization, communication, and service‑oriented interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with talent acquisition teams to develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies for commercial and engineering roles.
• Manage key steps in the hiring process, including background checks and drug screenings.
• Coordinate high‑volume phone, onsite, and digital interviews across multiple divisions.
• Manage all scheduling logistics: invites, travel, transportation, lodging.
• Process candidate travel reimbursements.
• Route and track relocation and sign‑on bonus documentation.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for interview coordination and train new schedulers.
• Post roles to strategic job boards and associations, including those supporting visa processes.
• Support planning and logistics for company events and recruiting activities.
• Build and maintain weekly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Create and update dashboard metrics using Excel and other tools.
• Support programs such as employee referrals and immigration.

Skills

Customer service

HR coordination

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in HR/Communications

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Abbott’s Corporate Human Resources team in Abbott Park, IL seeks a Talent Acquisition Coordinator for a long‑term contract role. You’ll support U.S. recruiting operations, manage scheduling for high‑volume interviews, and coordinate travel, background checks, and relocation documentation.

This 40‑hour/week role involves partnering with TA teams, posting roles, and creating dashboards using Excel. A strong customer service mindset and confidentiality are essential.