Talent Acquisition Assistant

ESC is partnering with a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm to hire an Talent Acquisition Assistant to support their growing Talent Acquisition team. This role is ideal for someone who excels at organization, coordination, and administrative support and is interested in gaining exposure to recruiting and talent operations. You do not need a background in Human Resources or recruiting to be successful in this role. Instead, we're looking for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced, professional environment. This position is hybrid (4 days/week in office) in West Allis, WI and starts as a 6-month contract with the opportunity to convert to a permanent role

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support to Talent Acquisition Partners
• Assist with drafting and posting job openings on internal and external job boards
• Schedule interviews and coordinate calendars with candidates and hiring teams
• Prepare interview materials and candidate packets
• Conduct reference checks and assist with pre-employment documentation
• Track candidate progress and assist with closing out filled positions
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation is complete and up to date
• Support general recruiting operations and special projects as needed
• Confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail are essential in this role.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Strong administrative, coordination, or office support experience
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Professional written and verbal communication skills

Note: A degree or prior HR/recruiting experience is not required for this role.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Highly organized and dependable
• Comfortable working behind the scenes to keep processes running smoothly
• Strong follow-through and task management skills
• Enjoys supporting teams and coordinating logistics
• Curious, resourceful, and eager to learn
• Comfortable interacting with a variety of personalities and teams