Kearney · 1 week ago
Kearney Experienced Hire Senior Recruiter
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expKearney is a consulting firm seeking an Experienced Hire Senior Recruiter to lead the hiring of qualified consultants for senior-level roles while managing recruitment for select non-consulting positions. The role requires developing sourcing strategies, overseeing full-cycle recruitment, and managing relationships with stakeholders and candidates to ensure a high-quality hiring process.
CollaborationConsultingInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting
Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies in partnership with Recruiting leadership and Partners to identify top talent and build strong candidate pipelines
Lead full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate management, and ensuring a consistent, high-quality candidate experience
Provide coaching and direction to Recruiting team members engaged in sourcing, pipeline development, and interview coordination
Oversee logistics management, including interview scheduling, candidate travel, debrief coordination, and offer paperwork
Develop competitive offers aligned with Kearney guidelines and candidate expectations, lead offer negotiation and close
Expand and execute inclusive recruiting strategies
Monitor market intelligence and competitive trends to refine sourcing approaches and hiring recommendations
Drive strategic Recruiting projects and contribute to firm-building activities, including strengthening the Kearney employment brand
Support Recruiting Managers and the Director in meeting hiring needs across functions, practices, and region
Build and maintain strong partnerships with Hiring Managers, Practice Leaders, Partners, and Regional Leadership to ensure alignment of talent needs
Cultivate long-term candidate relationships and ensure an exceptional, personalized candidate experience throughout the hiring process
Liaise with external recruiting firms when needed and maintain a roster of trusted advisors and search partners
Develop and sustain relationships with internal resource groups to support and enhance recruiting initiatives
Qualification
Required
Hold a bachelor's degree
Bring 10+ years of recruiting experience, including both in-house and executive search
Have led recruiting efforts within a professional services environment
Have directly managed, mentored, and developed junior team members
Demonstrate strong sourcing capabilities across research, LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and other creative channels
Possess strong organizational, analytical, communication, time management, and relationship-building skills
Can work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team
Can manage competing priorities with adaptability and flexibility
Are proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and have experience with applicant tracking systems; familiarity with virtual interviewing platforms is a plus
Can work from the Chicago office at least once per week and travel occasionally
Benefits
Generous retirement/pension savings contributions.
Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families.
Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities.
Personalized opportunities to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals.
Paid time off
Paid sick time off
401(k) match and profit sharing
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Healthcare concierge
Backup child/adult care
Annual employer HSA contribution
Home office stipend
Subsidized Gympass
Annual wellness program
Leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Company
Kearney
Kearney is a management consulting firm offering solutions to strategic and operational CEO agenda issues.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beth Bovis
Vice President & Partner
Christophe Firth
Partner
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