Associate Executive Recruiter - Hybrid Chicago, IL

Job Summary : The Associate Executive Recruiter supports the execution of executive recruiting activities at CDW by providing high-quality coordination, research, sourcing support, and operational excellence. This role works closely with Executive Recruiters and HR stakeholders to ensure a seamless, professional, and high-touch experience for executive candidates and internal partners. This position is ideal for an early-career recruiting professional seeking exposure to executive-level talent acquisition while developing foundational skills in executive search operations, research, and sourcing under the guidance of senior recruiters. What you will do : Coordinate complex interview scheduling for executive-level candidates across multiple stakeholders and time zones. Manage candidate logistics including interview itineraries, travel coordination, and meeting materials. Serve as a professional point of contact for candidates throughout the interview process. Prepare interview packets, candidate profiles, and briefing materials. Maintain accurate records in ATS, CRM, and executive search tracking tools. Support offer-related logistics, background checks, and pre-employment workflows. Ensure adherence to confidentiality and governance standards. Conduct executive-level sourcing and research using LinkedIn Recruiter and related tools. Support development of executive talent pipelines through research and outreach. Assist with market mapping and competitive research. Develop candidate research summaries to support search efforts. Search Operations & Process Support Support execution of executive searches through coordination and tracking. Assist with initial candidate screening under guidance of senior recruiters. Track pipeline activity and search milestones. Follow established recruiting processes and suggest improvements. What we expect of you: Bachelors degree or 4+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, talent acquisition support, or sourcing roles. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to manage confidential information with discretion. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with ATS, CRM, and sourcing tools. Exposure to executive-level recruiting environments. Experience supporting multiple searches simultaneously. Interest in developing executive recruiting capabilities. Pay range: $ 58,000-$70,000 depending on experience and skill set Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/ CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work. Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice. About Us CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full‑stack, full‑lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next. Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.