Early Career Talent Recruiter

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Early Career Talent Recruiter to recruit interns and entry-level candidates and support the company’s campus recruiting efforts. The recruiter will conduct full-cycle recruitment, identify and assess candidates, build relationships with universities, and coordinate campus events. This role is part of a collaborative Human Resources team focused on improving the employee experience.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office and the remainder remote or virtual. The role requires willingness to travel and work occasional overtime. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Sargent & Lundy offers comprehensive healthcare plans, paid time off, and other benefits. The compensation range is $56,943–$83,350, and eligible employees may also participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management with a major or concentration in Human Resources, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience as a recruiter.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
• Strong commitment to internal and external customer service.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional overtime.
• Proven success conducting interviews using various methods, including phone, video, email, and in-person.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced recruiting environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at a consulting, professional services, architecture/engineering, or staffing firm.
• Experience working with Workday.
• Familiarity with internet sourcing skills such as Boolean search and experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, or other job boards.
• HR certifications.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews and full-cycle recruitment for intern and entry-level positions, applying relevant functional knowledge and a fair, consistent approach to assess candidates’ skills and potential.
• Write and post job descriptions for entry-level positions and internships on relevant platforms.
• Use multiple recruiting sources and innovative strategies to find qualified candidates and prospect for new talent.
• Screen resumes and CVs and manage candidates throughout the hiring process, from interview preparation through final-offer negotiation.
• Develop relationships with university career centers and faculty to build awareness of hiring needs and job specifications.
• Participate in and coordinate campus recruiting events, including career fairs, information sessions, and on-campus interviews.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and accident insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-up daycare
• FSA and HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-tax commuter account
• Merit scholarship program
• Employee discount program
• Corporate charitable giving program
• Tuition assistance
• First professional licensure bonus
• Employee referral bonus
• Paid annual personal/sick time
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level