Company Overview
Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable.
Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes, Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others.
Job Overview
Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our Talent Acquisition Recruiter for KONE Americas?
Do you enjoy delivering full-cycle recruitment for professional roles (including: intake meetings, recruitment strategy development, proactive sourcing, and talent pipeline building)?
Does partnering with business leaders to align talent with organizational strategy motivate you?
Do you thrive in areas where you operate both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment?
Are you skillful with utilizing applicant tracking systems (e.g., Workday) talent marketing tools. And other HR technologies to ensure process efficiency?
Do you demonstrate a passion for driving decisions and improving hiring outcomes?
Are you committed to promoting a strong ownership mindset, leading with accountability, and being a team player?
If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!
Location of position: Lisle, IL.
Job Duties
As our TA Recruiter, you will ensure the organization can effectively attract and secure the talent needed to support business growth and operational needs across the region. The position is responsible for owning full-cycle recruiting, with a strong emphasis on proactive sourcing, pipeline development, and delivering high-quality hires.
You will bring 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in corporate, agency, or high-volume hiring environments (with a demonstrated track record of direct candidate sourcing to KONE. You will use the knowledge gained through your bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience; which is defined as:
2+ years of hands-on experience using an applicant tracking system, with Workday Recruiting preferred
Demonstrated expertise in Boolean search techniques and proactive sourcing using LinkedIn Recruiter and other passive-candidate channels
Proven ability to act as a consultative partner to hiring managers, influencing hiring decisions and driving aligned recruiting strategies
Hiring requirements
Uphold confidentiality and data integrity standards across all recruiting activities
3+ years of experience directly sourcing and hiring for skilled trades, manufacturing, field service, or technical/industrial roles
2+ years of experience influencing hiring decisions and partnering with senior leaders and hiring managers as a strategic talent advisor
Proven experience using data, market insights, and talent intelligence to inform recruiting strategies and improve hiring outcomes
Operates as a strategic talent advisor, influencing hiring managers with credibility, consultative insight, and a focus on long-term talent pipeline development
About KONE
At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
We hire individuals who value culture because we believe culture drives innovation:
We value your authentic self.
Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.
Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation
We care about the communities where we live and work.
Just some of our many benefits include:
United States
Competitive salary
Flexible work schedule
Opportunities to learn and grow
401K Employer Match
401k Employer Non-elective Contribution
Well-being Program
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Family & Medical Leave
Parental Leave
Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
Buy-Up Long-term Disability
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Legal Insurance
KONE Credit Union
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Annual Base Pay Range:
The hiring range for this role is $93,400 – $122,640. The compensation package offered will depend on candidate’s ability to meet the requirements of the role, needs for the business strategy, and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.
Variable Compensation
KONE Annual Bonus plan at 10% Target Incentive (50/50) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals.
Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career!
*Beware of Recruitment Scams!*
KONE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Read more on www.kone.com/en/careers/
At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
Read more on https://careers.kone.com/en/
Skills Required
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in corporate, agency, or high-volume hiring environments
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field OR equivalent experience
- 2+ years hands-on experience using an applicant tracking system (ATS)
- Workday Recruiting experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Boolean search techniques and proactive sourcing using LinkedIn Recruiter and other passive-candidate channels
- 3+ years directly sourcing and hiring for skilled trades, manufacturing, field service, or technical/industrial roles
- 2+ years influencing hiring decisions and partnering with senior leaders and hiring managers as a strategic talent advisor
- Proven experience using data, market insights, and talent intelligence to inform recruiting strategies and improve hiring outcomes
- Uphold confidentiality and data integrity standards across all recruiting activities
Kone Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kone and has not been reviewed or approved by Kone.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive across many roles and markets, with field positions sometimes benefiting from overtime and strong union scales. Feedback suggests base compensation is often a relative positive even when other factors vary.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs, including 401(k) and in some regions pension or annuity structures, are consistently highlighted as strong. Feedback suggests these elements meaningfully enhance the overall package.
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Healthcare Strength — Core health coverage is viewed as comprehensive, commonly including medical, dental, and vision options. Feedback suggests a global well‑being framework and EAP resources further reinforce health-related support.
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What We Do
At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. This means understanding urbanization and, together with our partners and customers, helping cities to become better and more sustainable places to live. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, we operate in more than 60 countries around the world, employ over 60,000 people and serve 550,000 customers. In 2022, KONE had annual sales of EUR 10.9 billion. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.
