Talent Acquisition Analyst

Job Description: 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. Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.