Associate Executive Recruiter - Hybrid Chicago, IL

CDW•Chicago, IL

6d•$58,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Executive Recruiter supports the execution of executive recruiting activities at CDW by providing high-quality coordination, research, sourcing support, and operational excellence. This role works closely with Executive Recruiters and HR stakeholders to ensure a seamless, professional, and high-touch experience for executive candidates and internal partners. This position is ideal for an early-career recruiting professional seeking exposure to executive-level talent acquisition while developing foundational skills in executive search operations, research, and sourcing under the guidance of senior recruiters.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or 4+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, talent acquisition support, or sourcing roles.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with ATS, CRM, and sourcing tools.
Exposure to executive-level recruiting environments.
Experience supporting multiple searches simultaneously.
Interest in developing executive recruiting capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools.
Readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.
Embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible.
Thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

Responsibilities

Coordinate complex interview scheduling for executive-level candidates across multiple stakeholders and time zones.
Manage candidate logistics including interview itineraries, travel coordination, and meeting materials.
Serve as a professional point of contact for candidates throughout the interview process.
Prepare interview packets, candidate profiles, and briefing materials.
Maintain accurate records in ATS, CRM, and executive search tracking tools.
Support offer-related logistics, background checks, and pre-employment workflows.
Ensure adherence to confidentiality and governance standards.
Conduct executive-level sourcing and research using LinkedIn Recruiter and related tools.
Support development of executive talent pipelines through research and outreach.
Assist with market mapping and competitive research.
Develop candidate research summaries to support search efforts.
Support execution of executive searches through coordination and tracking.
Assist with initial candidate screening under guidance of senior recruiters.
Track pipeline activity and search milestones.
Follow established recruiting processes and suggest improvements.