Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed Term Contract) - US

Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed Term Contract) - US

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. This is a 6‑month contract position located in Chicago.

About Perk

Perk (formerly Travel Perk) is an intelligent platform for travel and spend management that automates everything from travel bookings to expense processing. Since 2015, we have grown into a global company of more than 1,800 people on 12 offices worldwide, delivering a 7‑star experience and helping businesses work better.

About the Role

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Perk, you will support North America teams, focusing on Sales, Customer Care, and other critical functions. Partner closely with Hiring Managers to develop creative sourcing strategies, identify diverse talent across multiple markets, and own the full‑cycle recruitment process from first contact to offer and onboarding, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.

What You’ll Do

• Hire exceptional talent across Sales, Customer Care, and other key U.S. functions, ensuring every hire aligns with Perk’s mission and values.
• Proactively source and engage candidates through direct sourcing, referrals, social networks, and targeted outreach campaigns, building strong pipelines for immediate and future hiring needs.
• Partner with Hiring Managers to deeply understand role requirements, team dynamics, and business priorities, providing guidance throughout the recruitment process.
• Own the full‑cycle recruitment process from sourcing to offer and onboarding, delivering a seamless and positive candidate experience at every stage.
• Boost Perk’s Employer Brand in the U.S. market by hosting virtual events, attending hiring fairs, creating content, and engaging with talent communities to attract top candidates.
• Develop and test innovative sourcing strategies using creative outreach, data insights, and new recruitment tools to stay ahead in a competitive talent market.
• Use Talent Acquisition tools effectively such as Linked In Recruiter and other sourcing platforms to maximize reach and efficiency.
• Maintain high‑quality candidate pipelines for both current openings and future organizational needs.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of talent acquisition experience handling the full life cycle recruitment in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organization skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Data‑driven approach to tracking and optimizing sourcing performance.
• Creative and proactive mindset, confident experimenting with new tools and methods.
  
  Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Flexible and adept at working on multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Commitment to spend a lot of time sourcing, driving a consistent flow of top talent through proactive sourcing and relationship building.

What We Offer

• 💰 Competitive compensation
• 🌴 Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge;
• 💊 Health perks such as private healthcare or gym allowance, depending on location;
• 🥳 Unforgettable Perk events, including travel to one of our hubs;
• 💙 A mental health support tool for your well‑being;
• 📈 Exponential growth opportunities;
• 🫶 Volunteer Perk – 16 paid hours per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice;
• 👶 Parental leave: 12 to 16 weeks, based on location and eligibility factors.

Compensation

Combination of salary and stock options. Anticipated base salary range is $60,000–$75,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on specific qualifications, experience, and other job‑related factors.

How We Work

Our vision is a world where Perk serves as the platform for human connection in real life. We take an IRL‑first approach, working together in person 3 days a week. This role requires you to be based within commuting distance of our Chicago hub. For certain roles, we can help with relocation from anywhere in the world. English is the official language at the office.

Equal

Opportunity

Perk is a global company with a diverse customer base—and we want to ensure the people behind our product reflect that. We’re an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals regardless of appearance, background, or any other characteristic.

Protect Yourself from Recruitment Scams

All official communication from Perk will come from email addresses ending in or , our verified social media channels, or recruiters listed on our official Linked In page. We will never ask you to pay for equipment, training, or fees, request sensitive personal information early in the process, or communicate through unofficial apps.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Human Resources
• Technology, Information and Internet

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