Contract Recruiter

Tempus AI • Chicago, IL

18h

About The Position

Tempus is seeking a passionate and versatile Contract Recruiter to join their growing People team. This role is crucial for supporting all departments across the company, focusing on building high-performing teams for diverse business and technical functions. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner in a high-impact environment, contributing to advancements in precision medicine and the healthcare industry through effective talent acquisition.

Requirements

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting ideally with in-house experience. Also, open to agency experience for the right candidate.
• Prior experience recruiting in healthcare, biotech, or life sciences strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated breadth of hiring experience with the ability to pivot between supporting scientific, creative, analytical, and business-focused teams as needed.
• Highly collaborative, organized, adaptable, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments that require solving complex hiring challenges.
• Proven track record managing multiple roles at once while delivering a top-notch candidate experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; you’re confident navigating conversations across all levels of an organization.
• Proficient in ATS and sourcing tools such as Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting for a wide range of departments and functions from role kickoff to offer negotiation.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, develop sourcing strategies, and drive effective and efficient hiring processes.
• Create targeted sourcing strategies using a mix of platforms (such as Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter) to identify and engage top talent.
• Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and statuses in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Serve as a trusted talent advisor to internal stakeholders offering guidance on market insights, interview best practices, and hiring decisions.
• Champion the candidate experience, ensuring consistent communication, efficiency, and empathy from first contact through offer.
• Collaborate with peers on team-wide process improvements, recruiting programs, and DEI hiring initiatives.
• Track key recruiting metrics and deliver data-driven insights to hiring managers and leadership.

Benefits

• Incentive compensation
• Restricted stock units
• Medical and other benefits depending on the position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed