Talent Acquisition Specialist (Chicago)

WinnCompanies; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Flexible work options

Job summary

WinnCompanies is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support both residential and corporate hiring from Chicago, IL. You will partner with TA Operations, HR Business Partners, and leaders to deliver high-quality hiring outcomes while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience.

The role is fully remote with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Salary range is $70,000–$90,000 annually, reflecting experience and location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5+ years of full-cycle recruiting in high-volume environments.
• Experience with passive sourcing and modern recruiting tools (ATS/CRM).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring practices.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for residential and corporate roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to meet timelines and goals.
• Build talent pipelines via sourcing through multiple channels.
• Develop partnerships with schools, trade programs, and workforce organizations.
• Manage job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Deliver regular hiring updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with hiring policies and processes.
• Provide high-level customer service to candidates and internal partners.

Skills

Sourcing (active + passive)

Organization

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder management

presenting updates

Professionalism

Team orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree (HR, Business, or related)

Tools

Phenom CRM

Dayforce ATS

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)

Job description

At WinnCompanies, our work starts with people — the residents who call our communities home, the neighborhoods we help strengthen, and the 4,600+ team members across 30 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico who make it all possible. As an award-winning owner, developer, and manager of high-impact, mixed-income apartment communities, we are proud to be one of the nation’s leading managers of multifamily housing and one of the largest operators of affordable housing communities.
We bring together people who care about quality housing, meaningful service, and making a difference every day. Through our innovative resident services platform and commitment to exceptional communities, we offer career opportunities for individuals who want their work to create lasting impact.
Interested in learning more? Visit WinnCompanies to explore our benefits, mission, communities, and career opportunities.
About the opportunity
WinnCompanies is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support our operations and corporate hiring from Chicago, IL.
You will partner closely with Talent Acquisition Operations, HR Business Partners, and business leaders to deliver high-quality hiring outcomes across residential and corporate roles while providing an exceptional candidate experience.
The salary range for this role is $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually. The selected candidate will adhere to the following schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Please note that this role is fully remote.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for residential (onsite property roles) and corporate positions.
• Partner with hiring managers and stakeholders to meet hiring goals and timelines.
• Build talent pipelines through sourcing (Phenom, Dayforce, LinkedIn, Indeed, referrals, events).
• Develop partnerships with schools, trade programs, and workforce organizations.
• Manage job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Deliver regular hiring updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with WinnCompanies hiring policies and processes.
• Provide a high level of customer service to candidates and internal partners.

Requirements

• Strong sourcing skills (active + passive) across ATS/CRM platforms and external tools.
• Excellent organization, follow-up, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable presenting updates to leadership.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and customer focus.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and team-oriented.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 – 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in high-volume environments (e.g., skilled trades, property management, hospitality, staffing).
• A current vehicle license in good standing and meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Experience with passive sourcing and modern recruiting tools (ATS/CRM).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring practices.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (HR, Business, or related).
• Experience with Phenom CRM and/or Dayforce ATS.
• Property management or affordable housing experience.
• General HR knowledge.

Benefits & Perks
Eligible full-time U.S. employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, a floating holiday, and a day of service
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA, FSA, and dependent care savings options
• 401(k) with company match and company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and career growth resources
• Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, commuter benefits, and employee discount programs
• Flexible work options for eligible positions

Learn more about our benefits at https://www.winnbenefits.com.
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