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Senior Executive Talent Acquisition AssociateChicago Staffing • Chicago, IL, US
Senior Executive Talent Acquisition Associate

Senior Executive Talent Acquisition Associate

Chicago Staffing • Chicago, IL, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Executive Talent Acquisition Associate

We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate, Executive Talent Acquisition to join our growing in-house executive recruiting team. This is an incredible opportunity to help shape the future of executive hiring at Cushman and Wakefield. As part of a team that is continuing to build something exceptional from the ground up, you will lead and manage end-to-end executive searches for senior leadership roles, including Vice President, Senior Vice President, and C-Suite positions across the Americas and, potentially, globally. The ideal candidate will act as a strategic partner to business leaders, driving executive hiring initiatives that directly impact our growth and success. You'll have the chance to innovate, influence, and make a visible impact in a dynamic environment where your ideas matter and your work truly moves the needle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and lead full-cycle executive searches for VP, SVP, and CXO-level roles across multiple business units and geographies.
  • Partner with senior leadership and HR stakeholders to define role requirements, success profiles, and hiring strategies.
  • Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies, leveraging networks, market intelligence, and research to identify top-tier executive talent.
  • Manage candidate engagement and experience, ensuring a high-touch, confidential, and professional process.
  • Conduct in-depth candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and cultural fit evaluations.
  • Provide market insights and talent mapping to inform succession planning and organizational design.
  • Negotiate offers and collaborate with compensation teams to ensure competitive and equitable packages.
  • Maintain compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal policies throughout the hiring process.
  • Represent the company as a brand ambassador in the executive talent market.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years proven experience in executive search, either in-house or with a retained search firm, focusing on VP-level and above.
  • Strong understanding of global talent markets, particularly across the Americas.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at the senior leadership level.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex searches simultaneously with discretion and urgency.
  • Skilled in market research, talent mapping, and competitive intelligence.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or certifications in HR or related fields preferred.
  • Preferred Attributes

  • Experience recruiting across multiple industries or functional areas.
  • Familiarity with executive compensation structures and equity programs.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with global scope.
  • Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation for the position is : $119,000.00 - $140,000.00. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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