Recruiter

The Larko Group is expanding, and we're on the lookout for a passionate Recruiter to join our team! As a proudly women-owned firm with three decades of excellence, we're excited about the journey ahead, building strong partnerships and nurturing careers that stand the test of time. If you're someone who loves what you do, thrives in the hustle, finds joy in the journey, and embraces challenges head-on, we want you on board. Let's build something remarkable together!

Key to Success

• An upbeat and experienced recruiter who radiates enthusiasm and confidence in their work.
• Industry knowledge and a proven track record of success.
• You approach your day with a positive attitude, always eager to connect with candidates.
• Build rapport, ask insightful questions, and provide guidance throughout the hiring process.
• Your energy and expertise create a welcoming Larko experience, leaving a lasting and positive impression.

What Larko Offers

• Hybrid role, 2 days per week in office.
• Gorgeous loft office space in the west loop, steps from Ogilvie and Union Station.
• Coming soon: On-site fitness facility.
• Daily collaboration with senior leadership.
• Competitive compensation package, including year-end bonuses, quarterly incentives.
• Unlimited PTO, team celebrations, flexibility for personal activities.

Your Day-to-Day

• Create innovative sourcing plans to identify eligible candidates through a variety of search methods, including social media, networking & referrals, LinkedIn, industry organizations, and other search techniques.
• Maintain and develop candidate relationships for future open positions.
• Screen and interview applicants who have applied to Larko.
• Conduct meaningful behavioral interviews.
• Recruit multiple job openings simultaneously and directly manage candidate communication.
• Attend meetings to understand our clients and their staffing needs.
• Facilitate interview and hiring discussions pre/post interviews.
• Provide professional and expert consultation about the hiring process, market, and feedback.
• Stay informed of trends and innovative recruiting techniques, as well as create new ones to be competitive in recruiting practices.
• Negotiate compensation/benefit packages.
• Committed to providing the best candidate experience.
• Meet/exceed weekly quotas.

About You

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in a professional services setting is highly recommended.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Must have a high attention to detail and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities.
• Proven negotiation and presentation skills.
• Highly proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced industry.

The Larko Group is a women-owned, premier staffing and recruiting firm based in Chicago with a nationwide reach. We specialize in Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Temporary/Project placements across a wide range of roles, including Executive Assistants, Administrative Assistants, Personal Assistants, Chief of Staff, Office Managers, Receptionists, General Office, Event Support, Project Management, and Customer Service.