Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Opportunity
Our Abbott Park location is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Corporate division, focusing on IT recruitment. This role is part of a global shared service organization supporting various product divisions, including Devices, Diagnostics, Nutrition, and Established Pharmaceuticals. The Senior TA Specialist will manage job requisitions, screen candidates, source passive candidates, and drive the full lifecycle recruitment process to completion.
What You’ll Work On
- Provide recruitment and customer service for IT and other client areas.
- Review account history and market/industry trends to develop hiring plans.
- Collaborate with internal clients to define position requirements.
- Source passive candidates and present diverse candidate slates.
- Conduct interviews, evaluate, and recommend candidates.
- Facilitate consensus building and decision-making among interviewers.
- Monitor recruitment metrics (cycle time, cost, quality) and address process non-compliance.
- Develop competitive offers and manage the offer process.
- Ensure a smooth candidate experience through onboarding.
- Maintain high levels of satisfaction with hiring managers and candidates.
- Keep the Workday database updated accurately and timely.
- Develop and execute strategies.
- Understand data, insights and manage storytelling.
- Consult, advise, and influence our stakeholders and candidates.
- Project manage on time, within quality expectations, and on budget. Act as a change agent.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in recruiting, with a focus on IT roles.
- Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools/social media.
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Strong computer skills, including internet proficiency.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and pay attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work with all organizational levels.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with employment systems, preferably Workday.
- Strong closing skills in a competitive market.
- Experience in a cross-divisional business unit model.
- Ability to work in a matrixed and geographically diverse environment.
- Team player with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.
- Prior recruiting experience in the medical device or healthcare industry.
- Previous recruitment agency experience.
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The base pay for this position is
$75,300.00 – $150,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Recruiting
DIVISION:CHR Corporate Human Resources
LOCATION:United States > Abbott Park : AP06B
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:United States > Chicago : Willis Tower Building 233 S Wacker Dr.
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:Yes, 10 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is frequently characterized as comprehensive and a standout element of the package, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, wellness resources, and care coordination highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings materially enhance total compensation beyond base pay.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature strong 401(k)-style contributions and the Freedom 2 Save option that builds savings while employees pay down student loans. Feedback suggests these components are a core value driver of the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off provisions are portrayed as generous, encompassing vacation, holidays, and paid parental leave. Feedback suggests this breadth meaningfully boosts perceived total rewards.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
