Lead Recruiter Location:

chicago,Illinois

Expected Start Date:

Oct 5, 2026 Contract Lead Recruiter

•Talent Acquisition & Client Management

Location:

Remote

•Central Time

Pay Rate:

$40

•44 Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Recruiter to support recruiting initiatives while serving as a strong partner to internal clients and stakeholders. This role will manage full-cycle recruiting, multiple hiring priorities, and ongoing client communication while developing targeted recruiting strategies to deliver strong results. Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment from initial sourcing through offer and placement.

Develop and execute targeted recruiting strategies in partnership with Recruiting Leads and Talent Acquisition teams.

Manage multiple hiring priorities while maintaining a high level of service and responsiveness.

Build strong relationships with hiring managers and internal business partners.

Provide regular updates, market insights, recruiting data, and hiring recommendations to clients.

Partner effectively across HR, Operations, Compensation, and Resource Management.

Develop compelling job postings and sourcing strategies to attract qualified and diverse talent.

Source candidates through networking, referrals, social channels, job boards, and other recruiting platforms.

Screen and assess candidates while maintaining a strong focus on quality and fit.

Maintain accurate ATS records, recruiting activity, and pipeline data.

Identify opportunities to improve recruiting efficiency and overall hiring processes.

Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from initial outreach through offer.

Communicate recruiting progress, challenges, and market conditions to key stakeholders.

Qualifications

6-12 years of recruiting experience, preferrable in HDTx industry or related field

Strong full-cycle recruiting experience.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple hiring priorities and recruiting pipelines.

Experience partnering directly with hiring managers and business stakeholders.

Strong client management and relationship-building skills.

Ability to provide recruiting market insights and data-driven recommendations.

Excellent sourcing, communication, organization, and prioritization skills.

Experience working within an ATS and maintaining accurate recruiting data.

Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.