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hicago Hire is the place where employers go to find the best talent in Chicago. Below is a selection of positions we are currently looking to fill. If you are interested in submitting your resume for any of these opportunities, please click the appropriate "APPLY!" button and provide the requested information. Don't see the perfect position for your experience or skill set?
You will find our general application at the bottom of the page – send us your resume, and we'll be happy to have one of our recruiters screen it. If we have any possible matches for your background and skills, you'll be hearing from someone for an introductory interview. If not, we’ll keep your information on file for any possible future matches.
  • General
  • any of our prestigious client companies
  • salaries vary by position
General Application
If you are interested in being considered for any of our current and future opportunities please apply online here. Once we receive your information, we’ll forward it to one of our recruiters for screening. If we have anything available currently that matches your expertise and background, you'll be hearing from someone sooner than later. If not, please note you may not hear back from someone simply due to the sheer volume of résumés we receive.
requirements
  • 1+ years of administrative/office experience.
  • College degree.
  • Desire to explore new opportunities.
  • General
  • fast-paced offices in the downtown area
  • starting at $15/hour
Temporary Admin Roles
We are always looking for professional individuals who are interested in temporary assignments with the city’s top firms. Opportunities can range from assisting at premier events, to covering reception at a consulting firm, or even assisting with administrative projects at ad/media agencies around the city. If you are interested in gaining office experience, making supplemental income or improving your work life balance, please send us your resume!
requirements
  • Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
  • Positive and professional attitude required!
  • Strong computer and communication skills.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Consulting
  • a fast-growing start-up
  • hourly pay commensurate with experience
PART-TIME OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
A fast-growing start-up is seeking a passionate and driven part-time Operations Specialist. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Jack-of-all-trades who thrives in a client-focused, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities will include AR/AP, client billing, invoicing, and managing multiple schedules and priorities. Ideal candidates are proactive, deadline-driven, and extremely personable administrative professionals with prior AP/AR and client billing experience. Perks: Great work-life balance (10-15 hours/week). Competitive hourly pay. Opportunity to join a rapidly growing startup in a highly visible role offering a large amount of responsibility.
requirements
  • 3-5 years prior relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in AP/AR processes and client billing required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Extremely tech-savvy with advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.
  • General
  • a highly reputable professional services firm
  • up to $80K base salary plus bonus
Executive Assistant
A highly reputable professional services firm is seeking an Executive Assistant to support their C-Suite leadership. Responsibilities will include travel planning, managing multiple calendars, event coordination, drafting correspondence, and providing additional administrative support as needed. Ideal candidates are highly adaptable and efficient multi-taskers who excel in a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity offering competitive pay and benefits. * This is not a remote position. Must be available to work in-office daily.
requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 3+ years prior experience providing executive support required.
  • Must be a quick learner who can easily adapt in a fast-paced environment.
  • Highly professional approach required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.
  • Legal
  • a growing law firm
  • $58-65k depending on experience
Legal Assistant
A small law firm downtown is looking to add a Legal Assistant to their team. Responsibilities will center on supporting a team of two attorneys based in Chicago. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, highly organized, and extremely professional with a no-task-is-too-small approach to team-work. This is an exciting opportunity to grow alongside the firm in a position offering autonomy, longevity, and the opportunity to build professional relationships with a tight-knit, reputable team. *This is not an entry-level position. Prior experience supporting busy attorneys is required. COVID Safety measures include alternating 1-week WFH/1 week WFO to keep in-office numbers small. PPE and plexiglass dividers provided, social distancing required. Perks: comprehensive benefits, competitive salary, casual dress-code, team-driven company culture, extremely minimal over-time, great work-life balance
requirements
  • Prior legal experience required.
  • Paralegal background is a huge plus.
  • Must be a self-starter who is ready to jump in and take ownership of the role.
  • Go-getter with a positive attitude.
  • Extremely tech-savvy with E-file experience.
  • General
  • a professional services firm
  • Hourly pay is commensurate with experience.
Contract Sourcer
A professional services firm is seeking a Contract Sourcer to assist with candidate sourcing and recruitment. Responsibilities will center on taking ownership of the hiring process from start to finish, including researching job trends, sourcing passive talent across multiple platforms, and advising the talent acquisition team on interview and onboarding best-practices. Ideal candidates are creative problem-solvers who have exceptional customer service skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize in a deadline-driven position. This is a great opportunity to work with a highly reputable firm in a contract role offering a large amount of responsibility. *This is not an entry-level opportunity. Prior recruiting and talent sourcing experience is required. This is an 8-month contract position.
requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum 3 years prior talent sourcing and recruiting experience required.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and customer-service skills.
  • Effective solutions-driven approach to recruiting.
  • Must be extremely organized and detail-oriented.
  • Finance
  • a boutique financial firm
  • up to $40K + bonus & comprehensive benefits
Receptionist
A boutique financial firm in the heart of downtown Chicago is seeking a personable Receptionist to assist with office support. Responsibilities will include fielding calls and emails, interacting with senior leadership, maintaining office supplies, distributing mail, updating files and databases, and providing additional administrative support as needed. Ideal candidates have a no-task-is-too-small approach and an infectiously positive attitude. Prior office experience is required. This is a great opportunity to join a tight-knit team known for its friendly, team-driven work environment. Perks include free health insurance, annual bonus, 8:30-4:30 pm Monday through Friday. - COVID-19 protocols: 50% reduced capacity, social distancing, no walk-in visitors
requirements
  • Prior office experience required.
  • Must be extremely professional.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word & Outlook
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven multi-tasking and organizational skills.
  • Real Estate
  • a leasing firm in Chicago's Medical District
  • commensurate with experience
Contract Clerical Assistants
Hiring now for immediate Contract Clerical Assitant openings in Chicago's Medical District. In this role, you will be supporting leasing agents with daily duties. *This is NOT a remote position. Candidates must be comfortable working in-office Tuesday-Saturday OR Wednesday-Sunday. To apply, include "Contract Clerical Assistant" in the subject line.
requirements
  • - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • - Professional attitude.
  • - Customer-service driven.
  • - Must have great prioritization skills.
  • - Weekend availability is required.
  • Advertising
  • United Center Vaccination Site
  • $18/hr
IMMEDIATE OPENING: Contract Customer Service Representative
Do you need extra cash ASAP? Interested in supporting the community? We are looking for customer service-focused, high-energy individuals who are excited to jump in and help wherever they're needed. They will be assisting with client flow, answering questions, organizing documents, and anything else needed to ensure a smooth, efficient experience for all visitors at the largest vaccination in the city! **Candidates will not be administering vaccines. Details: Contract length: Starting tomorrow and continuing through June (or longer). Hours: 6:30 am – 2:30 pm, 2:30 - 7:30pm. Weekend availability can be accommodated. *This role will require standing for long periods of time.
requirements
  • Exceptional customer service skills required.
  • Professional approach and positive attitude required.
  • Must be comfortable reporting to the vaccination site, standing for long periods of time, and working outdoors.
  • Gloves will be provided and extra masks will be available. Medical grade masks must be worn for the duration of your shift.
  • Must be available to start immediately.
  • Must be able to commit through June or longer if the contract is extended.
  • Health Care
  • a medical firm in Chicago’s Gold Coast
  • contract hourly pay $18, perm salary starting at $40K depending on experience
TTH Office Coordinator
A medical firm in Chicago’s Gold Coast is seeking a Temp-to-Hire Office Coordinator. Responsibilities will include managing electronic files, greeting guests, fielding phone calls, and providing administrative support to the team as needed. Ideal candidates are customer service-driven, self-motivated individuals who are interested in the medical field and thrive in an autonomous environment. This client-facing role is a great opportunity to join a friendly team in a position with potential for growth! COVID Protocol: compliant with CDC guidelines and state mandates including plexiglass separators, limited capacity, masks, hand sanitizer, etc.
requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 1-3 years prior office experience.
  • Must be a quick learner.
  • Highly professional approach and ability to handle sensitive patient information with discretion.
  • Extremely tech-savvy with CRM experience.
  • Prior experience in the medical field strongly preferred.
  • Real Estate
  • real estate development company
  • commensurate with experience
Director of Human Resources
Seeking a highly adaptable, resourceful, and driven Director of Human Resources to manage the day-to-day administration and management of all human resources functions at a highly entrepreneurial property management company located on the south side. The Director of Human Resources will serve as a strategic business partner, providing coaching, guidance, and thought leadership in support of the company’s mission, vision, and values. Targeting an inspiring self-starter to help facilitate a positive and engaging employee culture while serving as a resource to all levels of staff, including team members, managers, and the executive team. This position offers a large amount of responsibility, autonomy, and visibility. Excellent working conditions along with compensation plan including generous base salary, sizeable bonus, strong benefits package, free parking, and a casual work environment. COVID safety protocols include flexible work-from-home days & rotating in-office schedule.
requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required.
  • 8-10 years of progressive human resources and leadership experience.
  • Self-motivated with excellent follow-through skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Confident decision-maker with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills; attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of Zenefits HR software a plus
  • SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification strongly preferred.
  • Travel 10% by car to attend recruiting and HR-related events.
  • General
  • various firms in Chicagoland
  • Commensurate with experience.
Part-time Office Assistants
Calling all friendly, outgoing, tech-savvy administrative professionals! Our highly reputable clients are seeking part-time assistants for their offices downtown and in the western suburbs. Responsibilities will range from greeting visitors and completing clerical projects to providing administrative support such as calendar management, travel planning, and expense reports. Part-time Monday - Friday schedule averaging 20-23 hours per week. These are excellent opportunities to get your foot in the door with friendly, professional teams!
requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent organization and prioritization skills.
  • Customer-service oriented with great interpersonal skills.
  • Must be highly motivated with a great work ethic.
APPLY ONLINE!

If you are interested in this position, please apply by emailing us your resume at resumes@thehirecompany.com.

Be sure to follow these instructions!

In the subject of your email please include the following:
  • Type of position you are looking for
In the body of your email please include the following:
  • Your contact information: name, phone number, email address
  • Your salary range
  • Your referral source (if it was a person, please give their name)

Once received, your information will be forwarded to one of our recruiters for screening. If we find that your background is a good match for this position, you'll be hearing from us soon! If we don't have a good match right now, you may not hear back from us simply due to the pure volume of resumes we receive. Give us about a week and then follow up via phone or e-mail. At that time we will re-screen your resume to make sure things are still moving forward for you.

APPLY ONLINE!

If you are interested in sending your resume to us, please apply on-line by emailing us your resume at resumes@thehirecompany.com.

Be sure to follow these instructions!

In the subject of your email please include the following:
  • Type of position you are looking for
  • If you are looking for TEMP ONLY, PERM ONLY or EITHER
In the body of your email please include the following:
  • Your contact information: name, phone number, email address
  • Your salary range
  • Your referral source (if it was a person, please give their name)

Once received, your information will be forwarded to one of our recruiters for screening. If we have anything available that matches your background, you'll be hearing from us soon! If there isn’t a good match right now, you may not hear back from us simply due to the pure volume of resumes we receive. Give us about a week and then follow up via phone or e-mail. At that time we will re-screen your resume to make sure things are still moving forward for you.