Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Reports To: Vice President
Location: Onsite - Hillside, Illinois

Join Trova Advisory Group: Empowering Careers, Driving Success

At Trova Advisory Group, a proud part of Midway Staffing, Inc., one of the fastest-growing light industrial staffing firms, we specialize in sourcing top-tier talent across Administrative/Clerical, Human Resources, Accounting/Finance, and Professional Services. Our mission is simple: we place the right people to create the right impact—for our clients, their teams, and their customers. We don’t just fill roles; we solve problems, drive growth, and build lasting partnerships.

We offer tailored solutions for direct-to-hire, contract-to-hire, and contract placements, ensuring all candidates are pre-screened and ready to meet workforce challenges. This allows our clients to focus on business growth while we handle recruitment complexities.

Core Values:

• Reliable: We follow through—every time. Trust is everything in this business.



• Relentless: We push past obstacles to deliver outcomes and uncover opportunities.



• Team Player: We succeed together, supporting each other to make the impossible happen.

Why Join Trova?

If you're eager to make an impact, build real relationships, and work with a high-performing team, Trova is the place for you. We don’t just talk about doing things differently—we do.

Position Summary:

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be crucial in connecting top-tier professionals with high-growth companies across departments like Administrative/Clerical, Human Resources, Accounting and Finance, and Professional Services. Your work will directly contribute to the success of our clients by sourcing and securing the talent they need to thrive.

In this dynamic, results-driven role, you'll be more than just a recruiter—you'll be a strategic partner to both clients and candidates, ensuring a smooth and successful recruitment experience. By working closely with hiring managers and candidates, you’ll create lasting connections that empower businesses to grow while advancing the careers of talented professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive proactive candidate sourcing across multiple channels, including digital platforms, professional networks, industry events, and employee referrals, to build a robust pipeline of high-quality candidates.



• Assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural alignment through in-depth interviews, leveraging data-driven insights to ensure an optimal match with both role requirements and company culture.


• Build and maintain a dynamic, future-ready talent pipeline by continuously nurturing relationships with top-tier professionals, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates for both current and upcoming roles.


• Design and implement targeted, results-oriented recruitment strategies that align with organizational hiring goals, timelines, and business needs, ensuring efficiency and high-quality hires.


• Provide a seamless, transparent, and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey, fostering long-term relationships and positioning the company as an employer of choice.


• Cultivate strong relationships with candidates, guiding them through the interview, offer, and onboarding process to ensure a positive and successful transition.


• Partner closely with hiring managers to deeply understand their staffing requirements and develop tailored recruiting solutions that meet team-specific needs and organizational goals.


• Leverage cutting-edge applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline processes, enhance candidate management, and maintain accurate, real-time data for decision-making.



• Stay ahead of recruitment trends and best practices, continuously refining sourcing techniques and processes to drive innovation and attract the best talent in a competitive market.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in sales/business development, marketing, business administration, human resources, or a related field is preferred, and a strong commitment to continuous professional development is preferred.



• 3-5 years of demonstrated success in recruitment or talent acquisition roles, ideally within a professional staffing agency, corporate setting, or similar fast-paced environments.


• In-depth knowledge of the end-to-end recruitment process, including innovative sourcing strategies, candidate screening, and selection techniques.


• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and build rapport with candidates, hiring managers, and key stakeholders, fostering positive and productive partnerships.


• Ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple high-impact recruitment initiatives simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining a high standard of quality.



• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other advanced recruiting software/tools to streamline workflows, enhance candidate tracking, and support data-driven decision-making.

Benefits:

• Career Advancement: Unlock opportunities for growth and development within a fast-expanding organization, with clear pathways for career progression.



• Incentive Opportunities: Enjoy a competitive compensation structure, including direct hire, contract placements, account management incentives, and mentor commissions.


• Comprehensive Training: Receive paid, hands-on training designed to set you up for long-term success and equip you with the tools you need to excel in your role.


• Competitive Benefits Package: Benefit from a robust package that includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, and 401(k) options for eligible employees.



• Additional Perks: Enjoy a cell phone allowance and mileage reimbursement to support your work-life balance and day-to-day needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Trova Advisory Group is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal opportunities for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We embrace a culturally diverse environment and strive to ensure that individuals of all abilities feel welcome and supported. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to us at HR@midwaystaffing.com. Include your request and contact information, and we will gladly assist you.