Recruiter Jobs in Illinois

Recruiter jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Schaumburg, and Decatur and other Illinois metros, with employers like KFC, Jobot, and Kraft Heinz hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles173+
Top employerKFC
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring67
Work type75% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Endeavor Health
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Endeavor Health
Added 4d ago
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Endeavor Health
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
$30 - $45/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Jobot
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Jobot
Added 3w ago
Recruiter
Jobot
Chicago, Illinois
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Development
$500k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Koch
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Koch
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Koch
Lisle, Illinois
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
$70k - $90k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Collabera
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Collabera
Added 2mo ago
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Collabera
North Chicago, Illinois
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
Bachelor's

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City of Chicago, IL
Recruitment Manager
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City of Chicago, IL
New 14h ago
Recruitment Manager
City of Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$116k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Recruiter Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
77 jobs
Schaumburg
5 jobs
Decatur
4 jobs
Hoffman Estates
4 jobs
Bolingbrook
3 jobs
Lisle
3 jobs
Romeoville
3 jobs
Aurora
2 jobs
Bedford Park
2 jobs

Recruiter Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • KFC
    KFC9
  • Jobot
    Jobot8
  • Kraft Heinz
    Kraft Heinz6
  • Salesforce
    Salesforce4
  • Brunswick
    Brunswick3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services19
  • Technology & Software19
  • Education16
  • Food & Beverage16
  • Manufacturing16

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in recruiter jobs across Illinois.

  • Two or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience across sourcing, interviewing, and offer management
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems to manage requisitions, candidates, and hiring workflows
  • Experience sourcing passive candidates through professional networking sites and Boolean search techniques
  • Strong communication skills for managing relationships with hiring managers and candidates simultaneously
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, psychology, or a closely related field
  • Familiarity with employment law basics including equal opportunity hiring requirements and I-9 compliance

Recruiter Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many recruiter jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 173+ recruiter openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Schaumburg, and Decatur. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do recruiters make in Illinois?

Recruiters in Illinois earn a median of about $76,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,980 for the lowest 10% to over $123,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most recruiter jobs?

Chicago, Schaumburg, and Decatur have the most recruiter openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire recruiters in Illinois?

Employers hiring recruiters in Illinois include KFC, Jobot, and Kraft Heinz, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote recruiter jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 25% of recruiter openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for recruiter jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to recruiter jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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