Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Great recruiting is about more than filling positions. It's about building relationships, recognizing potential, and connecting the next generation of talent with opportunities to grow.

At Benesch, our Talent Acquisition team is more than a recruiting function. We're a collaborative, relationship-driven team passionate about connecting great people with meaningful career opportunities. We're building a Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence focused on delivering exceptional service, strengthening partnerships, and making hiring easier and more effective for our teams. We work hard, have fun, celebrate wins, and believe in rolling up our sleeves to support one another when it matters most.

We're looking for a proactive, people-focused Talent Acquisition Specialist to help us recruit the next generation of engineers and professionals across our North Region (MA, CT, PA, IL, WI, MI) and National Railroad Division.

You'll own the full recruiting experience for interns and entry-level professionals, from identifying and engaging emerging talent, conducting interviews, building strong candidate pipelines, and helping hiring leaders make confident hiring decisions. Our ideal teammate brings initiative, curiosity, attention to detail, and a service-first mindset. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building genuine connections, and aren't afraid to pick up the phone, proactively source talent, or think creatively when great candidates are hard to find.

If you're excited to make an impact, grow your recruiting expertise, and join a team that genuinely enjoys working together, we'd love to meet you!

This position is based in our Chicago office and offers a flexible hybrid schedule. You'll work in the office three days per week during training, transitioning to two days in the office and three days remote once training is complete. Occasional travel to college campuses and recruiting events may be required.

• Recruit interns, recent graduates, and entry-level professionals across our engineering disciplines.

• Develop relationships with candidates, universities, and hiring managers to build sustainable talent pipelines.

• Be a trusted recruiting partner by guiding hiring managers through the recruiting process, share market insights, and support thoughtful hiring decisions.

• Proactively source, talent map, network, and engage candidates through outreach and meaningful conversations.

• Own the recruiting process from initial engagement through offer acceptance, ensuring a positive experience for candidates and hiring teams.

• Maintain accurate recruiting data, manage multiple priorities, and proactively communicate progress and challenges.

• Partner with the regional Talent Acquisition team to support sourcing and recruiting efforts for hard-to-fill positions as needed.

• Minimum of an associate degree or 2+ years of equivalent recruiting experience in a fast-paced environment, with prior agency recruiting experience highly preferred.

• Strong sourcing skills and confidence engaging passive candidates through phone outreach, networking, and talent mapping.

• A relationship-driven approach with a genuine passion for connecting people with opportunities.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities.

• A servant leadership mindset with a commitment to exceptional service, accountability, and follow-through.

• Experience partnering with hiring managers and providing guidance throughout the hiring process.

• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong sense of urgency, initiative, and accountability. Takes ownership, anticipates needs, and thinks creatively to overcome recruiting challenges and deliver results.

The expected compensation range is an estimate and represents the total compensation being offered for the position. The total compensation is determined by several factors, including the candidate's AEC recruiting experience and overall recruiting experience.

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act.  Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays.  Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Illinois Pay Range

$62,500—$70,000 USD

Why Benesch?

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.
• A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
• Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.
• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
• Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.
• Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow.

Bring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch.

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At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing  View email address on ziprecruiter.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to View email address on ziprecruiter.com