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Cushman & Wakefield · 3 days ago

Senior Executive Talent Acquisition Associate

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$119K/yr - $140K/yr

8+ years exp

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced Senior Associate, Executive Talent Acquisition to join their in-house executive recruiting team. The role involves leading end-to-end executive searches for senior leadership roles and acting as a strategic partner to business leaders to drive executive hiring initiatives.

CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management

Responsibilities

Own and lead full-cycle executive searches for VP, SVP, and CXO-level roles across multiple business units and geographies

Partner with senior leadership and HR stakeholders to define role requirements, success profiles, and hiring strategies

Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies, leveraging networks, market intelligence, and research to identify top-tier executive talent

Manage candidate engagement and experience, ensuring a high-touch, confidential, and professional process

Conduct in-depth candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and cultural fit evaluations

Provide market insights and talent mapping to inform succession planning and organizational design

Negotiate offers and collaborate with compensation teams to ensure competitive and equitable packages

Maintain compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal policies throughout the hiring process

Represent the company as a brand ambassador in the executive talent market

Qualification

Executive search experienceStakeholder managementMarket researchGlobal talent marketsNegotiation skillsManage multiple searchesExperience across industriesCompensation structuresCommunication skillsRelationship-building