New

Senior Recruiter

McKinsey & Company
parental leave, paid time off
United States, California, San Francisco
Apr 06, 2026
People & HR Senior Recruiter Job ID: 107695 Boston Chicago Philadelphia San Francisco Tampa Apply Now Apply Later Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You've come to the right place. YOUR IMPACT You will work with recruiters and managers within the Experienced Professional hiring team to ensure a strong pipeline of highly skilled, qualified and motivated people are available to join the firm. You will develop and deliver high quality, full cycle, recruitment practices which embody our values and create exceptional hiring journeys for candidates and hiring teams. You will help candidates understand the unique value proposition of joining McKinsey and provide end-to-end management of candidates in your pipeline; this includes intake conversations with hiring managers, candidate generation via application review, direct sourcing and referrals, assessment through to offer creation and cultivation. Your ability to attract and develop pipeline of candidates through compelling messaging with keen understanding of competitive landscape will be vital. You will manage cultivation and integration of hires into the firm and participate in recruiting-related projects when needed (e.g. recruiting system design, reporting, assessment). You will work closely with the recruiting team to plan, coordinate and execute all stages of the recruitment process (from interview days, to events, to cultivation) to contribute to the development of our recruiting strategy. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity and a willingness to innovate and go the extra mile to deliver fully diverse hiring. You will be based in Chicago, Tampa, Boston, Philadelphia or San Francisco as part of our Experienced Professional Recruiting function. Your team supports hiring needs from industry inbound to all US locations for client facing and non-client facing positions across several industry and functional areas. Your work will help keep our firm operating at its best and are the backbone to our operational excellence. Our internal roles are core to running our firm and present endless opportunities to author your own career path. YOUR GROWTH You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family. YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required 5+ years of end-to-end recruiting experience working closely with all levels of a business and senior stakeholders Ability to build great relationships with candidates, consultants and recruiting colleagues at all levels within the organization Ability to influence and direct colleagues, and manage the needs of different stakeholders, including senior leaders Demonstrated initiative, judgment and maturity; track record as self-starter; mindful of external reputation; discreet, respectful and caring with confidential information Proactive problem solver capable of identifying issues and generating solutions; desire and energy to continuously improve recruiting processes Ability to lead creative direct sourcing strategies Strong analytical ability, including high degree of comfort with Excel & PowerPoint Exceptional time management to meet your responsibilities in a complex and largely autonomous work environment Ability to work in-person and travel as needed (team schedules and office locations may vary) Ability to operate office equipment and handle transportation of materials or objects, when required Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Our unwavering commitment to integrity drives everything we do, guiding us to always act in the best interests of our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. Industries Capabilities Firm Administration Apply Now Apply Later FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $94,100 - $147,300 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. Share This Job