Tempus is hiring an experienced Contract Recruiter to support the Sales and Customer Success teams in a People Operations capacity.

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

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 Recruiter

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