Recruiter Job at Blitt & Gaines, P.C in Vernon Hills

Job Title Recruiter Job Summary The Recruiter serves as the primary driver of the firm’s talent acquisition strategy, leading all full cycle recruiting efforts across the organization. As the firm’s sole recruiter, this role manages sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessments, job postings, and candidate communication for all departments and locations. The Recruiter partners closely with hiring managers and HR leadership to shape staffing needs, build strong talent pipelines, and ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience. This role also supports the transition from pre-hire through onboarding in collaboration with the Onboarding Specialist. Success in this position requires strong organization, strategic thinking, excellent communication, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, multi-state environment. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruiting for all firm roles, including postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessments, and offers. Develop and maintain structured screening questions and evaluation tools to support consistent, high-quality hiring. Maintain accurate applicant flow and documentation in the ATS and ensure timely communication at all stages. Source candidates across multiple platforms, including LinkedIn, job boards, Indeed, and college career sites. Manage and update the firm’s LinkedIn presence, including job postings, branding content, and candidate engagement. Build and maintain strong relationships with colleges, universities, and community organizations to support ongoing talent pipelines. Partner with hiring managers to understand role needs, provide updates, gather feedback, and support consistent interviewing practices. Manage pre-hire skill assessments and ensure timely completion and review. Build and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume and business-critical positions. Collaborate with the Onboarding Specialist to ensure a smooth transition from offer acceptance through onboarding. Track and report key recruiting metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and candidate experience. Conduct reference checks and ensure all hiring documentation is complete and compliant. Success Metrics New hire retention Time-to-hire across departments Candidate experience and timely communication Hiring manager satisfaction ATS documentation and workflow management Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or 6–8 years of equivalent professional experience Minimum 4 years of full cycle recruiting experience, preferably in a high-volume or multi-location environment Strong sourcing, screening, and interviewing skills across a wide range of role types Experience managing ATS systems and maintaining organized, compliant applicant pipelines Excellent written and verbal communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills High attention to detail with strong prioritization and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with LinkedIn recruiting tools Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with leaders at all levels Key Competencies Ownership, organization, communication, strategic thinking, initiative, and a candidate-focused approach. Other This job description is not intended to cover every duty or responsibility required of the role. Duties may change based on business needs. Benefits Competitive compensation, PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) with profit sharing, and other firm-sponsored benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr