Actalent - Schaumburg, IL
posted 4 months ago
Actalent is seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Recruiter/Sales Trainee to join our team in Schaumburg, IL. This position is integral to our mission of connecting passion with purpose, particularly in the fields of engineering and sciences. As a recruiter, you will play a crucial role in advancing the careers of STEM professionals engaged in complex and cutting-edge work. Your primary responsibility will be to build trusted relationships with our network of engineering and sciences consultants, which is a key component of our company strategy. If you are enthusiastic about partnering with bright individuals, understanding their motivations, and helping them achieve their career goals, this role may be a perfect fit for you. In this position, you will own the full recruiting lifecycle. This includes meeting with hiring managers to understand their needs, sourcing qualified STEM professionals through various recruiting tools, and screening potential consultants through interviews and reference checks. You will learn about their goals, skills, and interests to ensure alignment with available opportunities. Additionally, you will communicate work opportunities and prepare consultants for their new roles, performing critical relationship-building activities such as coaching them for interviews and checking in on their first day of work. Maintaining a network of consultants that align with top industry-specific skill sets is essential, as is building trusted relationships with your network of STEM professionals to be seen as a partner in helping them advance their careers. Actalent is committed to providing continued education and training throughout your career to keep your skillset sharp and competitive. You will participate in a comprehensive, structured training program that includes role plays, job shadows, and teach-backs to create camaraderie and ensure you become a subject matter expert within your industry. Throughout your career at Actalent, you will engage in both formal and informal mentorship programs to progress toward your personal and professional goals. Our culture is positive and supportive, encouraging everyone to help develop themselves and others. We promote almost exclusively from within, providing opportunities for employees to develop and advance into leadership, management, or explore other opportunities across our business.