Talent Acquisition Specialist (12-18 month contract)

The Group:

Morningstars corporate functions play an essential role in supporting our companys strategic initiatives daytoday operations and infrastructure. The People and Culture team is the steward of Morningstars unique culture. We design and deliver the endtoend programs and experiences that support the entire talent lifecycle. By helping our employees succeed we contribute to Morningstars growth and success.

The Role:

Recruiting and retaining great people is critical to Morningstars future. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist youll play a key role in ensuring were successful in that effort. This is an ideal role for someone interested in mastering the art and science of talent acquisition and using their expertise to help build our dynamic business. Were looking for a contractor (1218 months) to help us uncover and hire exceptional talent into technology positions across the business.

To foster continuous collaboration employees work in a hybrid environment with a minimum of three days onsite in our Chicago office. As a contractor you are expected to adhere to this policy as well.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate the recruiting lifecycle including hiring manager consultation job postings proactively sourcing candidates application review and employment offers.
• Partner with hiring managers to successfully match candidate skillsets to business needs.
• Maintain candidate information in our applicant tracking system.
• Continuously contribute to improving and enhancing the candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Effectively utilize Workday our human resources information and applicant tracking system to ensure a smooth recruitment process and handoff from recruiting to onboarding.
• Enthusiastically promote Morningstar as a great place to work through professional organizations and other promotional efforts as relevant.
• Creatively find new candidates via social media proactive searches and other marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 years of previous recruiting experience in a professional corporate environment specializing in recruiting and hiring for technical talent positions across entry to senior levels.
• Proven experience in recruiting for technical roles with a strong understanding of the skills and qualifications required for positions such as software engineers architects data scientists and security engineers.
• Proven sourcing success and the ability to uncover hidden talent both internally and externally.
• Excellent communication client service and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a process improvement inclination.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities.
• Passion for Morningstars mission and values.
• Willingness to work on a 1218month contract basis with the possibility for contract extension or conversion to a permanent role based on business need.

Hourly Pay Range

$40$50 per hour

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. Thats why we champion your wellness through a widerange of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health
  • 75% 401k match up to 7%
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance 1x salary commission

• Physical Health
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and companyprovided HSA contributions (up to $500$2000 annually) for specific plansand coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives up to $300$600 annual
  • Companyprovided long and shortterm disabilityinsurance

• Emotional Health
  • TrustBased Time Off
  • 6week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 824 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal MentorshipOpportunities
  • Annual Education Stipend
  • Tuition Reimbursement

• Social Health
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days
  • 15 Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Morningstars hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate inperson each week. While some positions are available as fully remote weve found that were at our best when were purposely together on a regular basis typically three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are youll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.