Talent Acquisition Specialist

Wolverine Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast and lunch

On-site gym

Generous paid time off

Flexible scheduling

100% coverage of medical benefits

Mentorship Program

Professional Development opportunities

Frequent company outings

Profit sharing plan

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead the recruitment process and implement creative strategies to attract top talent. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment where teamwork is valued, and innovative recruiting methods are embraced. With a focus on continuous learning and professional development, you will have the opportunity to engage with diverse candidates and stakeholders, ensuring a best-in-class hiring experience. Join a company that prioritizes both professional growth and a vibrant workplace culture, where you can make a significant impact on the organization’s success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruiting experience in high-growth environments.
• Proven success in sourcing talent in competitive markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full cycle hiring from job scoping to onboarding.
• Implement innovative recruiting methods to attract top talent.

Skills

Recruiting Experience

Strategic Communication

Sourcing Techniques

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ATS Platforms

Recruitment Tools

Job description

We’re looking for a driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to own the full-cycle recruitment process and develop creative strategies to attract top talent across our businesses. If you are an experienced recruiter with a proven track record of finding top talent across a diverse set of domains, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

• Oversee full cycle hiring, from job scoping and sourcing to interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding, while providing strategic insights on talent trends and pipelines
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and execute talent acquisition plans that align with business needs and hiring goals
• Explore and implement cutting-edge recruiting methods to identify and engage top-tier professionals
• Leverage data and ATS tools to track candidates, refine recruiting strategies, and generate hiring insights
• Support hiring teams by facilitating structured debrief sessions, capturing key feedback and providing structured insights to refine hiring decisions
• Coordinate interview logistics for both virtual and in-person settings, ensuring a well-organized process and a best-in-class candidate experience

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years proven recruiting experience, preferably in a high-growth company within trading, tech, agency, or related industry
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and engaging hard-to-find talent in highly competitive markets.
• Strong ability to engage with candidates and stakeholders through clear, strategic communication
• Proven success in managing multiple searches and hiring for diverse roles across the U.S
• Proficiency with recruitment tools, ATS platforms, and advanced sourcing techniques
• Able to come to the office a minimum of 4 days a week

All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

The total compensation range for this role is approximately $75,000 - $140,000 contingent on experience. Wolverine Trading's total compensation model includes base salary and an annual discretionary bonus.

Why Wolverine?

Wolverine Culture: Our flat organizational structure promotes teamwork across the Firm and offers easy access to senior staff. While we work exceptionally well as a team in the office, our bonds are further strengthened through company events, activities, and giving back. Volleyball, soccer, hockey, 5K runs, picnics, parties, and trivia nights provide friendly competition and build better relationships.

Wolverine Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K
• Profit sharing plan
• Long- and short-term disability

Perks of being at Wolverine:

• Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!)
• On-site gym with a subsidized membership
• Frequent company outings
• Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need in the Chicagoland area

Professional Development:

• In-house education team – classes and resources are offered for continuous learning opportunities
• Mentorship Program through your first six months of employment

About Us: Founded in 1994, the Wolverine companies comprise a number of diversified financial institutions specializing in proprietary trading, asset management, order execution services, and technology solutions. We are recognized as a market leader in derivatives valuation, trading, and value-added order execution across global equity, options, and futures markets. With a focus on innovation, achievement, and integrity, we take pride in serving the interests of both our clients and colleagues. The Wolverine companies are headquartered in Chicago with an office in New York and a proprietary trading affiliate office located in London.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources