Talent Acquisition Analyst

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Analyst

Industry: Legal

Location: Chicago, IL (100% Remote – Must Be Chicago-Based)

Assignment Type: Contract (3–6 Months)

Pay: $35–$45/hour

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established global organization in the legal industry to hire a Talent Acquisition Analyst. This opportunity offers the chance to support a collaborative recruiting team focused on identifying top talent across technology, data, artificial intelligence, and other professional functions. The organization provides a structured, professional environment where accuracy, accountability, and independent problem-solving are highly valued.

Job Description:

• Evaluate incoming applications and resumes to identify candidates who meet specific technical and professional qualifications.
• Conduct approximately 15–30 candidate phone screenings per week, adjusting to recruiting demands and hiring priorities.
• Assess applicants for positions involving information technology, data engineering, software development, artificial intelligence, and related technical specialties.
• Utilize Workday Recruiting to maintain applicant records, document screening feedback, and track candidate progression throughout the hiring process.
• Identify and engage prospective candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter and additional sourcing platforms.
• Independently arrange candidate screening calls and manage scheduling responsibilities.
• Monitor incoming recruiting requests through an internal ticketing platform, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Partner with a team of recruiters to support hiring needs, candidate pipelines, and recruiting activities.
• Maintain organized candidate tracking information and prepare recruiting updates using Excel, Smartsheet, and other reporting tools.
• Follow established recruiting workflows, screening criteria, and documentation standards to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Provide additional recruiting assistance during periods of increased hiring activity or team member absences.
• Support occasional recruitment needs across other business functions, including Finance, Marketing, Legal Support, and Business Development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, candidate sourcing, or a related recruiting-focused position.
• Hands-on experience with Workday Recruiting required , including applicant review, candidate tracking, and screening documentation.
• Previous experience sourcing or screening candidates for technical positions, including IT, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or AI-related roles.
• Experience supporting professional-level, direct-hire recruitment processes.
• Strong understanding of technical terminology and the ability to accurately evaluate candidate qualifications against position requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, maintain, and analyze recruiting information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to conduct professional candidate interviews.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Ability to independently manage repetitive, high-volume recruiting responsibilities while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Strong judgment, accountability, and willingness to proactively address challenges or seek clarification when necessary.
• Working knowledge of applicable employment laws and recruiting compliance practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous recruiting experience within a staffing agency, executive search firm, or professional services organization.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter and Smartsheet.
• Experience recruiting specialized data, AI, or emerging technology professionals.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification.

Additional Details:

• Contract Duration: 3–6 months, with potential for extension
• Work Arrangement: Fully remote; candidates must be based in the Chicago area.
• Equipment: Company-provided equipment.

Perks:

• 100% remote opportunity with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.
• Work a 35-hour week while gaining experience with a respected global professional services organization.
• Exposure to specialized recruiting initiatives across AI, data, software engineering, and technology.
• Collaborate with an experienced talent acquisition team supporting a variety of professional positions.
• Expand your technical recruiting expertise while working with established recruiting tools and processes.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful hiring initiatives in a structured, team-oriented environment.
• Potential for contract extension based on business needs.