Founded in 1910, KONE (https://www.kone.com/en/) is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable. Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability (https://www.kone.com/en/sustainability/) leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes (https://www.forbes.com/companies/kone/?sh=3dd0aa0b7d27) , Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others. _ _

Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team and manage full life cycle recruitment as our Talent Acquisition Recruiter ?

*Location will need to be in the Chicagoland, Illinois area.

• Are you familiar in conducting candidate interviews using behavioral interview techniques to assess candidate’s skill level, interest, and organizational cultural fit?

• Are you successful on advising hiring managers - providing a consultative approach to develop and execute the recruiting strategy for each open position?

• Do you regularly communicate with key stakeholders on their search process?

• Do you propose creative ideas for identifying and attracting top talent in a competitive market?

• Are you able to collaborate in hiring events?

• Are you effective utilizing tools such as search engines, job boards, LinkedIn, and other social channels to source candidates?

If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!

As our Talent Acquisition Recruiter, you will be passionate about identifying and attracting talent for KONE. Your mission is to engage and hire the most qualified experienced candidates. The Talent Acquisition Recruiter builds relationships with candidates and partners with the business, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. You will manage a high volume of requisitions at one time and actively recruit for full-time employees at all levels (including passive sourcing), from entry level to experienced, as well as support the internal movement process between roles.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of corporate recruiting expertise as well as effective sourcing experience. We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional customer service and building strong and sustainable internal organizational relationships.

We have the courage to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because we believe diversity drives innovation (https://www.kone.com/en/sustainability/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) :

• We value your authentic self

• Diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values

• Collaborative, creative and supportive work environment

• Passionate about safety, quality and innovation

• We care about the communities where we live and work

Just some of our many benefits include:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work schedule

• Opportunities to learn and grow

• Matching 401K

• Pension plan

• Comprehensive health and wellness plans for the entire family

• Paid holidays and paid time off

Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career (https://kone.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers) !

• Beware of Recruitment Scams*

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class .

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on www.kone.com/careers

Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day? In 2023, we had annual net sales of EUR 11.0 billion. We employ over 60,000 driven professionals in more than 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, it is our mission to improve the flow of urban life.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.