Recruiter

We are looking for a talent sourcing specialist to support recruiting efforts through proactive market mapping, candidate engagement, and pipeline development. This Long-term Contract position works closely with talent acquisition partners and hiring stakeholders to uncover passive talent with relevant experience, strengthen sourcing strategies, and share labor market insights. Based in Naperville, Illinois, this role is ideal for someone who can balance research, relationship-building, and execution across multiple hiring priorities.

Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with recruiters and hiring partners to shape sourcing approaches that address both immediate openings and longer-term workforce needs.
• Conduct targeted talent research across industries, competitor organizations, associations, universities, and industry communities to identify strong candidate pools.
• Use tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search methods, referrals, databases, and social platforms to engage passive candidates.
• Build and nurture candidate pipelines for assigned business areas, keeping prospects engaged for current and future opportunities.
• Review candidate backgrounds to confirm baseline qualifications, relevant experience, and alignment with position needs.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of sourcing activity, candidate progress, and pipeline data within recruiting systems, including Phenom and related platforms.
• Gather and interpret market trends, talent availability data, and competitive insights, then share practical findings with recruiting stakeholders.
• Expand internal and external networks to support long-term talent community development and improve outreach effectiveness.
• Contribute to inclusive sourcing efforts by identifying and engaging talent from a broad range of backgrounds and communities.
• Provide regular updates on pipeline health, sourcing outcomes, and market observations to recruiters and hiring teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in recruiting, sourcing, human resources, or a related discipline.

• At least 2 years of experience in recruiting or talent sourcing within a corporate or agency setting.

• Demonstrated skill in passive candidate identification using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, benchmarking, and other research-driven sourcing techniques.

• Ability to build productive relationships with candidates, recruiters, hiring managers, and other business stakeholders.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present opportunities professionally and engage passive talent effectively.

• Proven ability to manage multiple searches, adapt to shifting priorities, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working with applicant tracking systems, CRM platforms, or related recruiting technologies; familiarity with Phenom is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $30.00 to $40.00. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.

Compensation

$30.00-$40.00 Hourly

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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