Contract Recruiter

Tempus is hiring an experienced Contract Recruiter to support the Sales and Customer Success teams in a People Operations capacity. Responsibilities Maintain regular communication with hiring teams and recruiting leads on interview process updates Collaborate with hiring managers to define role requirements and build job descriptions Source and attract candidates using multiple channels, including job boards, social media, referrals, and direct outreach Review resumes and run initial phone or video screens to assess qualifications and cultural fit Coordinate and schedule interviews across internal teams to support a smooth candidate and stakeholder experience Track candidate interactions and statuses in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Deliver a strong candidate experience through clear, prompt communication throughout the hiring process Partner with HR and hiring managers to extend offers and help with negotiation support Measure and report recruiting outcomes and key metrics, including time-to-fill and source of hire Support employer branding by promoting company culture, values, and employee value proposition Stay current on labor laws, hiring best practices, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies Requirements Bachelor’s degree 2+ years of full-cycle, internal recruiting experience Sales recruitment experience preferred Healthcare recruitment experience preferred Workday ATS experience preferred Demonstrated sourcing and recruiting success in the Healthcare/Life Sciences market Strong organization with close attention to detail and consistent follow-through Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Strong communication skills and ability to manage up Highly collaborative, team-oriented working style Experience using sourcing tools and recruiting systems, including ATSs (Workday), social media recruiting tools, and job databases Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), including tact, negotiation ability, and influence Ability to work a Hybrid schedule in the Chicago office (3 days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) strongly preferred Contract Details Job type: Contract Contract length: 6 months Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid) Technologies Workday Applicant Tracking System (ATS) #J-18808-Ljbffr Tempus