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Organization Overview A global, privately funded organization operates at the intersection of advanced technology, market expertise, and entrepreneurial decision-making. With a long-standing presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, the firm operates across multiple asset classes and complementary investment strategies. The culture emphasizes autonomy, integrity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking. Role Summary The Global Benefits Specialist will play a critical role in supporting global benefits programs and processes. This position partners closely with senior benefits leadership and HR Operations to deliver high-quality benefits administration, data-driven insights, and a strong employee experience across regions. Key Responsibilities • Manage the day-to-day administration of U.S. benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, employee assistance, wellbeing, and voluntary benefits; support international benefits administration as required., • Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to U.S. benefits and leave of absence (LOA) matters, providing timely guidance, triaging complex issues, and ensuring a positive employee experience., • Coordinate and administer U.S. leave of absence processes, including eligibility determination, documentation collection, compliance with federal and state regulations, tracking leave durations, extension requests, and return-to-work planning., • Deliver U.S. new hire benefits orientations and provide backup support to global regions., • Oversee benefits invoicing and reconciliation on a global basis, validating vendor invoices, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring accurate cost allocation., • Ensure benefits programs comply with applicable U.S. and international regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, GDPR, and local statutory requirements., • Analyze global benefits data related to cost, utilization, and trends; provide insights to improve cost efficiency, program quality, and the employee experience., • Develop and maintain global benefits dashboards and key metrics such as cost per employee, benefit utilization, enrollment participation, and vendor performance., • Support U.S. open enrollment activities and assist with global benefits renewal efforts., • Assist with retirement plan testing and annual audit processes., • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline benefits administration, reporting, and workflows.

Corporate M&A Associate Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is seeking a talented Corporate M&A Associate to join its growing Corporate & Securities practice in Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level associate looking to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border M&A and private equity transactions within a nationally recognized transactional platform. The practice represents private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, public companies, and privately held businesses in a broad range of complex corporate matters, with a particular emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, growth equity investments, divestitures, recapitalizations, and other strategic transactions. The team regularly serves as lead counsel on high-profile middle-market and large-cap deals across industries including healthcare, industrials, consumer, retail, and life sciences. The group has developed a strong reputation for advising on sophisticated and high-value transactions, consistently earning recognition in national M&A and private equity league tables. Attorneys in the practice work closely with clients throughout all phases of the transaction lifecycle, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, execution, and post-closing integration matters. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have: • 3+ years of substantive corporate M&A experience at a leading law firm, • Significant experience handling mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions, • Experience representing private equity sponsors, strategic buyers, sellers, and portfolio companies, • Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including purchase agreements and ancillary transaction documents, • Experience managing due diligence processes and coordinating transaction teams, • Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, • Strong academic credentials Experience with securities law matters, SEC reporting, or capital markets transactions is considered a plus, but is not required. Requirements • 3+ years of relevant corporate legal experience, • Strong analytical, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills, • Excellent academic credentials, • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, • Active bar license in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction Compensation & Benefits • Salary range: $310,000 – $435,000 (Final compensation based on experience), • Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Coverage for eligible dependents

Job Title: Senior Industrial Engineer Location: Except for frequently traveling Sales Directors, all roles at SABIN are 100% on site. We are a collaborative group often gathered around a dry-erase board. We seek candidates that live or will relocate to within 11 miles of our factory, located at: 4447 W Cortland St, Chicago Il 60639 About Us: SABIN is a design-forward, rapidly growing company specializing in acoustic and lighting solutions. As demand for our products and services continues to grow, we are seeking a dynamic operational leader to join our team. This role offers solid potential for growth and development. About Your Role at SABIN: The Senior Industrial Engineer will be responsible for connecting our manufacturing activities with our commercial activities and business needs; ensuring we have the systems in place to produce quality products on time in a safe and professional manner. Our production environment is both reliant on high levels of craft and engineering. We make our products on demand to suit the needs of the architectural projects we supply; we do not build and stock. You will optimize operations to support this business model. Sabin was founded in 2021 and is now in a period of robust growth; we are establishing processes and policies for the first time. You will design and implement new processes and policies in collaboration with our talented existing team. Sabin has operational problems typical of a growing company, with the resources to solve them. In this role, you will dual report to the CEO and Co-Founder. You will work with the manufacturing, product development, systems, and sales teams to join or lead initiatives to improve and refine our manufacturing processes and operations for improved performance and results. We seek an energetic human focused industrial engineer to serve as an operational leader; to join our effort in continuing to build this great company. What You’ll Do: • Learn and know our business: Learn the ins-and-outs of our business demands and dynamics of our B2B commercial transactions. This context helps inform prioritization., • Organize Data, Labor, Space and Materials: Identify and define problems in our organization and operation, and work with CEO and Co-Founder to prioritize and solve them., • Industrial Engineering: Analyze and improve our flow of data, labor and materials, Partner with our engineering, systems, and manufacturing teams to implement changes for improved results., • ERP Implementation: Contribute to the continued implementation of our ERP and MRP systems to serve your needs in reporting process management., • Production Management: Partner with our manufacturing team to plan our production, scheduling work to best use our factory and team to ship projects accurately and on time., • Material & Purchasing Planning: Partner with our ERP Systems Manager to design more automated processes to ensure that we have the materials needed to build our jobs. Manage the competing pressures of minimizing our lead-times while minimizing our inventory. Qualifications: • Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering is a requirement., • Manufacturing experience: Direct experience in a manufacturing environment is a core requirement for this role. Desired Characteristics: • Critical thinker: Methodical and analytical thinking are essential for this role. Your natural mindset must be rational, fact-finding and process oriented. Your instinct is to organize and bring order, balanced with a belief in the value of remaining nimble., • Flexible:Cool flexibility is an essential attribute for this role. Being able and willing to try out differing and opposing ideas is important for success in this work. We need a plainspoken natural mediator and listener. The essence of this role is coordinating and connecting different domains; this requires moderation, deliberation, and adaptability., • Problems Solver: Comfortable with problems, understanding and defining them, and bringing them all to light. Problems are not something to ignore or shy away from but embrace and comprehend fully for solutioning., • Learner: Curious, striving. You know you do not know everything and are always learning, you believe in continuous improvement, growth, and forward-facing transformations. You expect the same from team-mates, at an earnest rate that works for the business goals and respects the talent of our team., • Multi-disciplinary Tendencies: We seek candidates that show a history of versatility. This role spans diverse types of work, having a natural interest and experience in a variety of disciplines gives your viewpoint more credibility as a collaborator and leader., • Comfort with complexity: A mind that enjoys games and puzzles—for project management, untangling coordination puzzles and balancing multi-domain interactions to serve our customer best., • Imaginative: This is a problem-solving role, the ability to imagine completely fresh solutions, new ways of working and creatively solving problems is imperative., • Positive and Proactive: Leadership by example, this role requires a hands-on individual. Someone who is initiative-taking and inspires the same in team-mates., • Organization & Conscientiousness: Naturally organized, with the ability to be assertive about the needs of the business, while being humane and warm when advocating for those business needs., • Human-centric: We are looking for an Industrial Engineer with a natural concern for people, with an affinity for our goal of continuing to building an outstanding humane factory. We're focused both well-being and high-productivity, and we pursue a flow-state in our work. Our Commitment to You: We offer competitive pay and benefits, and the space to do great work. SABIN places the highest priority on cultivating an engaging, rewarding, and collaborative workplace. We are building an inclusive and creative environment---this opportunity for creative and professional growth is vital to us. We have high expectations for ourselves and each other, we work diligently and kindly and listen to one another. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, vibrant company at the forefront of design in the acoustic and lighting industry. We are a small team in a growing company, with a flat organizational structure that places great responsibility and autonomy in each role. Your ability to adapt, learn, and grow with us will be key to your success and ours. To learn more about SABIN and our products, please visit SABIN.DESIGN

About the Company TheMathCompany or MathCo® is a global Enterprise AI and Analytics company trusted by leading Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises for data-driven decision-making. Founded in 2016, MathCo builds custom AI and advanced analytics solutions to solve enterprise challenges through its hybrid model. NucliOS, MathCo’s proprietary platform, enables connected intelligence at a lower total cost of ownership (TCO). At MathCo, we foster an open, transparent, and collaborative culture, making it a great place to work. We provide exciting growth opportunities and value capabilities and attitude over experience, enabling our Mathemagicians to 'Leave a Mark'. Role Overview We are seeking a highly organized, people-focused, and proactive Senior Associate – People Operations & Culture to support our growing U.S. operations. This role blends responsibilities across HR operations, employee experience, onboarding, office operations, and culture programming. This individual will play a visible role within the organization, helping shape the day-to-day employee experience while ensuring operational excellence across people processes and workplace management. In addition to core HR and administrative responsibilities, this role will lead onboarding coordination, support internal communications, help drive engagement initiatives, and organize company-wide meetings, town halls, and employee events. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys balancing operational detail with people interaction, and is excited to contribute to a growing organization’s culture and employee experience strategy. This position is based in our Chicago office with an in-office expectation of four days per week and one flexible remote day. Key Responsibilities People Operations & Employee Experience • Lead onboarding coordination for new hires, including scheduling, orientation support, workspace readiness, and cross-functional onboarding logistics, • Serve as a key point of contact for employee experience initiatives, helping foster an engaging, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture, • Coordinate and lead internal employee engagement activities, office events, celebrations, and culture-building initiatives, • Organize and support company town halls, leadership meetings, all-hands sessions, and internal communications efforts, • Provide first-level HR support and respond to general employee inquiries, • Maintain HR documentation, employee records, and confidential files with a high degree of accuracy and discretion, • Support HR reporting, reconciliations, audits, and operational tracking activities, • Administer and maintain HR systems and employee databases, ensuring data integrity and timely updates, • Partner cross-functionally with leadership, marketing, IT, recruiting, and operations teams on employee-related initiatives and internal programming, • Oversee day-to-day office operations to ensure an organized, welcoming, and efficient workplace environment, • Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for employees, visitors, and leadership as needed, • Manage office vendors, supplies, shipments, mail, and workplace-related coordination, • Partner with IT and operations teams on equipment procurement, onboarding setup, and office readiness, • Support meeting coordination, space planning, and onsite event logistics, • Assist with general administrative support including scheduling, document preparation, filing, and operational coordination What We’re Looking For • 3–5 years of experience across HR operations, people operations, employee experience, office management, or workplace operations, • Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional, collaborative, and service-oriented approach, • Experience coordinating onboarding programs, employee engagement initiatives, events, or internal communications, • Comfortable working cross-functionally with employees and leaders across multiple teams, • High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information, • Experience with HR systems, reporting, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools, • Experience supporting high-growth or fast-paced environments preferred What Success Looks Like • Employees have a seamless and welcoming onboarding experience, • Internal events, town halls, and engagement initiatives are well organized and positively received, • HR operations and employee records are maintained accurately and efficiently, • The office environment is collaborative, organized, and operationally effective, • Leaders and employees view this role as a trusted operational and culture partner Why Join Us • Opportunity to help shape employee experience and culture within a growing global organization, • Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional business operations, • High-impact role with visibility across HR, operations, and culture initiatives, • Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment with strong growth potential

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager with deep expertise in Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools and methodologies to lead a high‑visibility implementation initiative. This role requires a blend of technical understanding, functional project experience, and strong leadership. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity that is hybrid to downtown Chicago. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead end‑to‑end delivery of a PPM implementation (Planview, Clarity, or similar platforms), including planning, configuration oversight, testing, deployment, and adoption., • Partner with business and technical stakeholders to define scope, requirements, success metrics, and implementation strategy., • Evaluate existing processes and identify missing or unclear requirements; proactively propose solutions and improvements., • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, RAID logs, communication plans, and status reporting., • Facilitate workshops, requirement sessions, and design reviews with functional and technical teams., • Ensure alignment between business objectives and system capabilities; translate business needs into functional specifications., • Drive change management activities, including training, documentation, and stakeholder readiness., • Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate and resolve blockers quickly., • Ensure compliance with PMO standards, governance, and reporting requirements. QUALIFICATIONS: • Hands‑on experience with PPM tools such as Planview, Clarity, or equivalent platforms., • Strong understanding of both technical and functional project lifecycles., • Experience working within PMO frameworks, governance models, and structured delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid). Pay rate: 85-95/hr W2

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Human Resources Generalist – Human Resources Department of One to join their team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a true HR generalist who enjoys ownership, autonomy, and meaningful engagement with employees across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who has supported a small to mid‑sized company, is comfortable operating as an HR department of one, and brings a calm, confident, and people‑centered approach to human resources. The Human Resources Generalist will manage the full lifecycle of HR operations, partnering closely with leadership while remaining deeply involved in day‑to‑day execution. This individual will be trusted with highly confidential information and play a critical role in supporting employees, ensuring compliance, and maintaining strong HR fundamentals across the organization. Why This Opportunity: • Lead human resources strategy within a complex and evolving organization., • Partner directly with senior leadership on people and organizational initiatives., • Influence culture, engagement, and workforce sustainability., • On‑site leadership role with long‑term impact and organizational visibility. Key Responsibilities: Human Resources Operations & Compliance: • Serve as the primary point of contact for all HR matters, providing hands‑on support across the organization., • Maintain and administer HR policies, procedures, and employee documentation., • Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and best practices., • Handle sensitive employee relations matters with discretion, professionalism, and emotional maturity., • Support performance management processes, including reviews, coaching, and corrective action., • Manage full‑cycle recruiting for exempt and non‑exempt roles., • Oversee job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, offer preparation, and onboarding., • Manage relationships with external recruiting agencies., • Administer payroll for salaried employees using an HRIS platform (Paylocity preferred)., • Partner with internal and external resources to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance., • Oversee employee benefits administration, including open enrollment, with broker support., • Administer the company’s 401(k) plan and related reporting., • Build strong relationships with employees at all levels., • Act as a trusted, approachable HR presence who supports engagement and positive workplace culture., • Provide guidance and support on workplace concerns, questions, and development needs. Qualifications and Skills: • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field., • 3+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience., • Experience supporting a small to mid‑sized organization with broad, hands‑on HR responsibilities., • Comfort operating independently as the sole HR professional., • Strong foundation across recruiting, employee relations, benefits, payroll, onboarding, and compliance., • Solid understanding of state and federal employment law., • Prior experience in construction or real estate environments preferred., • Strong Excel skills, including formulas and VLOOKUPs., • Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (Paylocity preferred)., • High level of technical aptitude and ability to learn systems quickly., • Exceptionally detail‑oriented and highly organized., • Demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and emotional intelligence., • Strong communicator who handles conflict thoughtfully and professionally., • Proven ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Compensation Range: $80,000 - $110,000 + 10% Bonus Benefits Offered: 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance. If you are a passionate Human Resources Generalist looking for a new and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity! LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit ___

Job Title: Senior Liquidity Analyst Openings: 1 Location: Local to Chicago (3-4 days on-site in loop) Duration: 6-month contract, potential for extensions Pay Rate: $50-60hr Start Date: ASAP Key Requirements: • 5+ years of Liquidity experience, • Experience in the Banking industry, • Intermediate Excel skills, • Working knowledge of SAS and/or Python, • Familiarity with data migration and AI/ML readiness initiatives Responsibilities: This role supports the Liquidity team within the Finance division of a major banking client based in Chicago. As a Senior Liquidity Analyst, you will be embedded in the team’s daily operations and contribute to liquidity reporting, cash flow forecasting, collateral forecasting, and additional reporting/analytical functions. This team is currently trying to migrate the back end of liquidity measurements, streamline the data, and allow it to be used by AI. They are currently preparing for AI Machine Learning and need to get the data stream ready to go. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and readiness of data streams, supporting the team’s strategic shift toward AI-driven financial insights.

Vice President, Human Resources (Strategic HR Leader) A high-growth, global professional services organization is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources to join its leadership team. This organization partners with a diverse group of businesses across multiple sectors, delivering centralized expertise across HR, finance, legal, and operations. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and built for high performers who want visibility, impact, and continuous growth. Why This Role Stands Out This is a highly visible, hybrid leadership role that blends: • Strategic HR advisory to multiple operating businesses What You’ll Do Strategic HR Partnership (External-Facing) • Partner directly with senior HR and business leaders across a portfolio of operating companies, • Deliver tailored HR solutions across talent acquisition, total rewards, talent management, and organizational design, • Act as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, org structure, and leadership effectiveness, • Identify gaps in talent strategy and build scalable solutions to address them, • Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and functional teams, • Help shape and execute the broader HR strategy across the organization, • Drive alignment between internal HR initiatives and the needs of partner organizations, • Lead or contribute to high-impact initiatives (e.g., M&A integration, org redesign, change management), • Coach leaders on performance management, employee relations, and team development, • Use data and insights to proactively drive HR programs and decisions, • Support workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design, • Ensure compliance and partner with legal on risk mitigation when needed, • 12+ years of progressive HR experience (HRBP or generalist background), • Experience operating at a strategic level with senior leadership, • Proven ability to balance strategy + execution in complex environments, • Strong background across core HR functions (talent, comp, ER, L&D, etc.), • Experience leading teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholders, • Strong change management and organizational design experience, • Experience in consulting, advisory, or multi-entity environments, • Exposure to M&A, integration, or transformation work, • Hybrid schedule (3 days in office), • Strong work-life balance initiatives (including flexible work options), • Competitive compensation + bonus + long-term incentives, • Robust health, wellness, and development offerings

• Consultant, Strategy Consulting, • $125,000 – $145,000 + Bonus, • Chicago, | Hybrid Working Our client is an international boutique strategy consultancy that helps investors and leadership teams make informed commercial and investment decisions. Their work frequently involves advising private equity firms evaluating business opportunities, followed by strategic engagements that support companies in unlocking their next phase of growth. The Consultant will work directly with senior stakeholders from the outset, contributing meaningful analysis and strategic recommendations within a supportive and meritocratic culture. The Consultant will drive analytical workstreams that provide strategic insight to clients evaluating investment opportunities and growth strategies. You Will Need – – 2 years + experience in strategy consulting, including commercial due diligence experience – Strong quantitative and commercial problem-solving capabilities – Confident communication skills when engaging with senior stakeholders – Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages advantageous Why You’ll Love It – $125,000 – $145,000 base salary plus performance-related bonus – Close-knit and collaborative boutique environment – Merit-based progression with clear advancement opportunities – Exposure to world-class investors and senior leadership teams from the outset – Structured training programmes and support for professional qualifications – Hybrid working model with limited travel requirements – Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance options – Retirement plan with employer contribution – Opportunities for international secondments and sabbaticals – Regular team events and a collaborative, supportive culture Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates.

The Disposables Category Manager will champion a high-impact portfolio of disposables and chemicals driving strategy that delights customers and accelerates profitable growth. Work with a tenured leadership team in an established and growing company, offering a robust bonus program, work/life balance, and growth opportunities. What You’ll Tackle • Define a best-in-class packaged food and beverage assortment, balancing core volume drivers with health-forward innovations and seasonal demand spikes., • Own full P&L accountability for your categories, including price architecture, vendor income, promotional ROI, and inventory productivity., • Translate syndicated data, POS trends, and supply-chain analytics into region-specific action plans that boost sales velocity and reduce spoilage., • Negotiate multi-year supply programs that lock in competitive costs, favorable terms, and industry-leading fill rates with domestic and global suppliers., • Build and execute holiday and event calendars (e.g., summer beverage launches, back-to-school pantry programs) to ensure the right mix reaches each warehouse on time., • Partner with marketing and store operations on eye-level placement, secondary displays, and impulse-zone merchandising., • Leverage advanced Excel models to forecast demand, flag risks, and brief senior leadership on upside opportunities., • Ensure every SKU complies with food-safety, labeling, and procurement standards., • Serve as the resident food and beverage expert, mentoring cross-functional peers and junior analysts. Ideal Profile • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field., • 7+ years of procurement experience., • Experience managing disposables and/or chemical categories., • Proven record of supplier negotiation that lifts gross margin and lowers total landed cost., • Advanced Excel abilities (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, scenario modeling); ERP familiarity with SAP or Oracle preferred., • Confident communicator who can present to executives and collaborate with warehouse and store teams alike. Compensation & Perks • Competitive base salary plus performance bonus., • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage., • 401(k) with company match., • Generous PTO and paid holidays., • Employee product discounts, tuition reimbursement, and professional-development stipend. Why This Role Stands Out • High visibility: Own a top-selling category in a multibillion-dollar enterprise., • Innovation runway: Introduce trend-setting products and analytics tools that redefine go-to-market strategy., • Career springboard: Top performers have a clear path to senior merchandising leadership., • Hybrid flexibility: Collaborate in person at the Chicago-area HQ while working remotely two days each week for work-life balance. About Blue Signal: Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS

🚀 Senior Talent Acquisition Partner - Technology 📄 Fixed Term Contract - 6 months 📍Hybrid - Chicago - 3 days in office We’re hiring a Talent Acquisition Partner to support one of our clients with their technology hiring. You'll need to know how to hire technical people (think software engineers / support engineers) for a global fintech/payments organisation. You’ll be a true partner to the business, sourcing top talent, optimising processes, and delivering quality hires fast. Your work will be very visible as part of our delivery team for this client. 🌟 What You’ll Do: • Own end-to-end hiring across several key business areas, • Manage the data as we hire, looking for more than just activity - helping managers make better decisions, • Build trusted partnerships with hiring managers, • Source top talent through creative and strategic methods, • Deliver a seamless, high-quality candidate experience, • Drive continuous improvement in how we hire, • Help build out recruitment strategies that will support hiring over the next 12 to 24 months 🔍 What You Bring: • 5+ years in full-cycle recruitment, • Track record in Tech hiring on a global scale, • Confident working independently and managing stakeholders, • Hands-on sourcing experience across passive and active talent pools, • Driven, adaptable, and outcomes-focused, • Build real Trust with our client 💬 Let’s Talk! This is a fixed-term contract with the chance to extend. If this sounds like you, apply here or message me directly. Let’s chat! 👋

Senior Associate – Transaction Advisory (FDD) | $170k–$220k - Total Comp Locations: New York | Chicago | Dallas | Los Angeles | Philadelphia Model: Hybrid (4 days in-office / client site) The Opportunity We’re supporting a high-growth, advisory firm, on multiple urgent Associate hires within their Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) team. This is a deal-first environment — lean teams, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to take ownership of financial due diligence workstreams early in your career. You’ll work across mid-market transactions ($20m–$500m), partnering with private equity sponsors, lenders and corporate clients. Compensation (Transparent & High-Upside) • Base: $90k – $110k, • Total Comp: typically $170k – $200k+, • Top performers: $200k – $220k+ Structured around a billable revenue model (~22%), meaning: • Similar hours to Big 4 deals teams, • Materially higher earning potential What You’ll Be Doing • Execute buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence, • Analyse quality of earnings (QoE), working capital, and net debt, • Identify key risks, trends, and deal considerations, • Build and own Excel-based analysis and outputs, • Contribute to client-ready reports and presentations, • Work closely with senior team members in lean deal teams What They’re Looking For 1–4 years experience in: • Financial Due Diligence (FDD) / TAS / Deals, • Background from Mid Market / PE-backed advisory firms, • QoE analysis, • Working capital normalisation, • Net debt considerations, • CPA preferred, • Strong Excel / financial modelling capability Important This role is not suited to: • Pure audit backgrounds without deal exposure, • Accounting advisory / technical accounting (AAS / policy), • FP&A / finance roles without transaction experience Why Join • High-growth, PE-backed platform with strong deal flow, • Lean teams with real responsibility early, • Transparent, performance-driven compensation model, • Clear path to rapid progression and earnings growth Interested? If you’re currently in FDD / TAS and looking for: • More ownership, • More exposure

For over 100 years, ABOC has fostered deep ties to our customers and our community, serving the banking needs of countless businesses, organizations, institutions, and individuals, many for multiple generations. These relationships are based on profound trust, in-depth understanding and highly personal and responsive service provided by our experienced bankers. We take tremendous pride in being a great place to work! We value the contributions our employees bring to the table every day. We work hard to nurture and maintain a mutually respectful, diverse culture that fosters teamwork and a commitment to exceptional customer service. ABOC is hiring a Taft-Hartley Director. The individual will lead the Bank's Institutional Trust department; that focuses on Taft-Hartley and institutional trust clients, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust, responsiveness, and industry expertise. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned Taft-Hartley and institutional trust clients, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust, responsiveness, and industry expertise., • Ensure full compliance with governing plan documents, trust agreements, and applicable regulations, including ERISA and other federal and state requirements., • Act as a central liaison between clients and internal teams (operations, compliance, custody, and investment services) to ensure seamless service delivery and issue resolution., • Lead regular client engagement efforts, including annual in-person meetings, board presentations, and ongoing strategic check-ins to strengthen relationships and anticipate client needs., • Advise trustees and plan administrators on custodial processes, asset movement, and operational best practices, delivering thoughtful solutions that enhance efficiency and transparency., • Identify opportunities to improve client experience by streamlining workflows, introducing new service capabilities, and leveraging technology solutions appropriate for a community-focused institution., • Drive business development by expanding existing relationships and cultivating new Taft-Hartley opportunities, including cross-selling treasury management, deposit products, and other bank services., • Partner with senior leadership to position the bank as a trusted provider in the union and multiemployer benefits space, particularly within regional markets., • Coordinate and contribute to the development of proposals, RFP responses, and marketing materials tailored to Taft-Hartley and institutional trust prospects., • Represent the bank at industry events, union meetings, and community engagements; host client appreciation and educational events to strengthen brand presence., • Monitor legislative, regulatory, and industry trends impacting employee benefit plans and union organizations, proactively advising clients and internal stakeholders., • Support financial literacy and benefit education initiatives for union members, aligning with the bank’s community mission., • Mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of internal best practices within the Institutional Trust team., • Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational objectives. REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: • High school diploma plus seven years of trust administration experience or bachelor’s degree in finance and/or business (required), • Knowledge of trust account administration and operation practices and procedures as is normally attained in five - seven years of trust administration experience (required), • Knowledge of rules and regulations as defined in ERISA, following best practices as outlined by the DOL., • Experience managing a team of eight people., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Willing to meet clients after hours and on weekends occasionally. BENEFITS: • Competitive compensation package, • Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision),, • 401(k), • Life insurance, • Education Assistance, • Paid Vacation Days, • Employee Assistance Program, • Open-door work environment, • Opportunities for advancement, • Community Service Opportunities We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity, and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on any protected category. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Transformation Coach Location: Chicago, IL Type: 6+ month contract with potential extension Note: This position is preferred in Chicago, but they are open to remote as long as they are willing to travel 1 week out of 4. The length of time for this position is potentially 1-2 years starting at 6 months with extensions. Responsibilities: This role will enable leaders, strengthen collaboration, and build capability to enhance speed and impact enterprise-wide. The ideal candidate will have experience with Gen AI enablement and emerging tools is highly valued as our client advances digital and operational agility across hotels and supporting functions. The position involves close partnership with leaders at all levels and may require occasional travel to regional sites. Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years leading organizational transformation or large-scale change initiatives, • Proven experience coaching senior leaders, including property and regional operations, • Familiar with agile, lean, and systems-thinking principles, • Skilled in facilitation, communication, and stakeholder influence across functions, • Experienced working across business, technology, and hotel environments, • Awareness of Gen AI tools and practical business applications, • Fluency in multiple languages (spoken, read, written) highly valued, • Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Excel, and reporting dashboards., • Recognized coaching credentials (ICP-ACC, SPC, or equivalent) preferred, • Experience collaborating across cultures in global, matrixed, and hospitality contexts Contact: Ashley Falkenberg | Senior Recruiting Consultant Forbes Technical Consulting LLC | 343 W Erie St. Suite 520 | Chicago, IL 60654 E

Title: Data Center Security Project Manager (SPM) Location: • Chicago, IL, • Charlotte, NC, • Boydton, VA, • Abilene, TX, • Childress, TX, • Tyler, TX, • Lubbock, TX, • Cheyenne, WY, • Vineland, NJ Pay: $50/hr to $65/hr (based on location and years of experience) Duration: 2-3 year contract (Possible extensions) Pay: $55/hr to $65/hr Desired Skill Set: • 4+ years in security program or project management, • Experience installing and managing physical security systems (CCTV, video surveillance, access control systems, etc), • Experience with security systems in datacenters and critical infrastructure, • Hands-on experience with security system integration and technical oversight Day to day: The Senior Security Project Manager leads critical physical security projects across a Fortune 10’s global datacenter infrastructure. This role involves designing and overseeing the deployment of security systems (e.g., access control, surveillance, alarms), managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely, compliant delivery of services. The position requires strong collaboration, project management, and technical expertise to support our clients mission of secure and scalable cloud operations. If you're interested in any of the following locations above, whether you're local or open to relocate, please let me know!

(NOT A JOB) Looking for Global Recruitment Partners YanFu is a quantitative hedge fund with a strong academic atmosphere and research orientation. We are committed to establishing an engineering culture and believe that a free and open culture can make excellent talents give full play to their creativity. To support our ambitious talent acquisition strategy, we are actively looking for recruitment agencies and consultants to become our strategic partners. We Are Seeking: We want to partner with consultants that live and breathe quantitative finance and technology. If your firm embodies the following, we are eager to connect: Proven Quant Expertise: • A minimum of 3 years of specialized experience recruiting for top-tier quantitative companies (e.g., hedge funds, prop trading firms, investment banks)., • A history of successfully placing senior-level candidates (e.g., PhDs, MFEs with 3-5+ years of experience) into quantitative companies., • Exceptional skill in engaging, assessing, and compelling passive, high-caliber candidates., • We expect partners to share timely market intelligence on compensation benchmarks, talent movement, and competitive landscape dynamics., • Ability to manage confidential, critical searches with a sense of urgency and a commitment to quality. Please reach out via LinkedIn or email: . For a productive initial discussion, please be prepared to share: • A brief agency profile highlighting your focus in quantitative finance., • An overview of 1-2 representative successful placements.

A leading global proprietary trading firm is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to help drive large-scale infrastructure initiatives supporting rapid international growth and high-performance trading operations. This is an opportunity to work in a highly technical, fast-paced environment alongside engineering and operational leaders, delivering critical programs across infrastructure, connectivity, and platform scalability. What you’ll do • Lead the delivery of complex infrastructure programs across data centres, hardware platforms, networking, and core technology services., • Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving engineering, operations, and business stakeholders., • Define program scope, manage dependencies, and drive execution across multiple teams and workstreams., • Build and maintain program governance frameworks, delivery tracking, and risk management processes., • Improve infrastructure planning, capacity management, and operational maturity across the organisation., • Ensure alignment between infrastructure, development, and trading teams to support continued global expansion., • Drive efficiency and visibility through modern tooling, automation, and AI-enabled workflows. What we are looking for • Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM-related discipline., • 5+ years of experience in technical program management and/or infrastructure engineering within high-performance environments., • Strong technical understanding of data centres, compute, storage, and networking technologies., • Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure, hardware, or platform deployment programs., • AI-first mindset with exposure to generative or agentic AI tools to improve delivery, automation, and operational efficiency., • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and structured problem-solving skills., • Self-starter mentality with the ability to operate autonomously and maintain momentum in fast-moving environments., • Interest in building and scaling the infrastructure that powers mission-critical, latency-sensitive systems. Why join • The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries, • 401(k) match up to 50% and fully paid health insurance, • 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays, • Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more Not a fit? Check out our other vacancies via our website and let’s connect for your next challenge in 2026:

About the Firm A long-tenured, Chicago-based private equity firm with a multi-decade track record of investing across a diverse range of industries. The role offers significant exposure across deal teams, Legal & Compliance, Business Development, and portfolio company CFOs. Key Responsibilities • Support the firm's quarterly valuation process, including preparing portfolio company valuations, maintaining key metrics, and producing quarterly valuation reports across the fund complex, • Coordinate with investment teams to develop a working view on portfolio company outlook, forecasts, and performance, • Maintain valuation documentation, ensure compliance with valuation policies, and coordinate with auditors and third parties on valuation-specific issues, • Maintain quarterly track records and support Business Development with reporting needs and limited partner information requests, • Assist with internal performance reporting including flash reporting, GP reporting, fund performance forecasting, and ad hoc analyses, • Partner with Legal, Capital Markets, and Portfolio Resources teams on portfolio company data and reporting initiatives, • Facilitate portfolio company performance data collection through the firm's database (iLevel), interacting directly with portfolio company finance teams, • Support process improvement and automation initiatives, including AI-driven enhancements to data collection workflows Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, • ~4+ years of relevant valuation experience — ideally portfolio company / business valuation work from a top valuation advisory practice or public accounting valuation group, • Sound understanding of ASC 820 valuation requirements, methodologies, and financial statement analysis with the ability to formulate independent opinions Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary and annual performance-based bonus. Full benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) with match and annual profit-sharing contribution, competitive PTO, and monthly mobile phone allowance.

The Role Real Estate Associate Attorney - Chicago, IL - $160,000 - $225,000 salary This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate Attorney with between 4-8 years experience advising clients on complex commercial real estate transactions. The firm is an AMLaw 200 firm operating across 30 offices across the United States with over 700 attorneys. A strong background in broad-based commercial real estate experience, with a focus on commercial leasing, along with other aspects including, Acquisitions, dispositions, finance matters and due diligence. You will work closely with experienced lawyers in their highly-regarded Real Estate practice in Chicago. The team is known for providing a collegial and supportive environment, providing opportunities to develop increasing levels of responsibility, including participating in matters generated through firms wider network. The Candidate • Experienced Real Estate Attorney with 4-8 years experience, • Sophisticated experience in complex commercial real estate transactions, • Being comfortable working across various asset classes and sectors, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients, • Possess a J.D. from an accredited law school as well as admitted to practice in DC, • Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative, • Excellent organization and time-management skills The Benefits and How to Apply • Salary offered up to $225,000 per annum, • Dental Insurance, • 401(k) Retirement plan, • Life Insurance, • Paid Time Off, • Parental Leave, • Commuter benefits Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a resume for an initial conversation. Contact: Alex-Jay Blackledge-Murphy, Senior Recruitment Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: +44 0794 931 5621 Email:

About Us Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects. The Role We Want You For The Senior Site Safety Supervisor will provide support to the Project Staff and the Clayco safety team in an effort to execute corporate safety and health standards and procedures in compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements. In addition to your project responsibilities, you shall participate in and complete all assignments designated to you. This will include, but is not limited to, assisting in development of a zero injury safety culture on each project, conducting at least weekly documented jobsite safety inspections, effectively communicate orientations for all new project workers, assist with and review subcontractor daily pre-task safety analysis, actively promote and participate in daily stretch and flex program, identify project trends and execute proactive safety initiatives to eliminate incidents, support corporate goals and initiatives, emphasize and support proactive safety such as near miss/hazard reporting, coach and recognize workers on safe work methods, report all incidents in an effective and timely manner following established protocols and be a champion in motivating workers to perform their jobs safely! Your responsibilities will be all encompassing for each project you will be dedicated to. The Specifics of the Role • Assist in development of the project safety program., • Establish and conduct jobsite orientation for new project employees. Administer and record their participation in the orientation program and issue identification to those employees completing the orientation program., • Attend all initial meetings with the project staff and subcontractor representatives to clearly define their role within the confines of the project safety program., • Conduct and document pre-planning safety meetings with each subcontractor representatives to establish safety procedures prior to subcontractor’s activity on site., • Field tasks solo on a project Up to $80M., • Client interfacing., • Assist Site Safety Manager., • Establish and conduct regular (weekly) safety meetings with subcontractor representatives and with project staff to ensure proper compliance., • Facilitate training for site personnel and ensure that standards are per the OSHA\Clayco and in compliance with Federal and State standards., • Ensure and maintain a log of each subcontractor toolbox safety meeting., • Review each subcontractor’s safety program and ensure that it meets or exceeds the project safety program requirements., • Ensure that each subcontractor designates a safety representative that is properly trained in subcontractor’s scope of work and has the proper authority to correct safety issues., • Conduct regular daily and weekly jobsite inspections and complete the safety checklist noting safety violations and corrective actions., • Record, notify and prepare written report of any violations or unsafe practices to subcontractors for immediate correction actions., • Stop at once any violation or unsafe acts or practices., • Assist the Project Superintendent in establishing and implementing proper fire prevention, evacuation, and fire control procedures., • Investigate all incidents and generate proper reports., • Establish and maintain all required safety records., • Conduct a monthly overview safety meeting and attend project staff meetings to brief on safety issues., • Perform other duties as necessary. Requirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent., • 4-7 years of safety experience or combination of education and years of experience in building construction, with a working knowledge of safety/environment principles and techniques., • 5+ years of field experience minimum., • OSHA 30-hour construction accreditation., • OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer is a plus., • Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus., • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds., • Able to work at heights, able to climb ladders, access/inspect scaffolding and roof areas., • Noise level is usually moderate to very loud., • Computer skills with familiarity with Microsoft Office. Physical Requirements • Must possess the physical ability to safely navigate active construction sites. This may include but is not limited to climbing permanent and temporary stairs or ladders, using construction personnel hoists, ascending and descending ladders, and maneuvering through areas under construction. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required., • Must be able to walk long distances, stand for extended periods without support, and work at various heights as required., • Ability to access and inspect elevated areas such as scaffolding, rooftops, and other high structures., • Possess sufficient visual acuity to perform essential job functions such as, close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus., • Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds., • Exposure to varying noise levels ranging from moderate to high, which may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)., • Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and other unpredictable weather. Some Things You Should Know • This position will service our clients in Chicago, IL., • Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required., • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does., • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs., • The pace is fast! Why Clayco? • 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal., • 2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3)., • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5)., • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3). Benefits • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance., • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more! Compensation • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $75,000 - $90,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).

We are seeking a Senior Transformation Coach to help accelerate enterprise-wide transformation by embedding a proprietary framework grounded in agile principles across corporate, regional, and operational teams. This role partners closely with leaders to enhance organizational effectiveness, improve collaboration, and build scalable capabilities that increase speed, adaptability, and business impact. The ideal candidate brings experience driving large-scale transformation and is comfortable working across business and technology functions. Familiarity with emerging technologies, including Generative AI, is highly valued as organizations continue advancing digital and operational agility. This role may require occasional travel to regional or operational sites. Responsibilities • Apply and coach a transformation framework across business, technology, and operational teams, • Partner with leadership to evolve roadmaps, maturity models, and success metrics, • Coach executives, operational leaders, and delivery teams on adaptive, customer-centric ways of working, • Facilitate workshops, planning sessions, and retrospectives to improve alignment and collaboration, • Lead initiatives to evolve operating models, governance structures, and decision-making practices, • Mentor internal coaches and change agents to build sustainable transformation capability, • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, • 6–10 years of experience leading organizational transformation or large-scale change initiatives, • Experience coaching senior leaders and cross-functional teams, • Knowledge of agile, lean, and systems-thinking principles, • Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, • Experience working across business and technology environments, • Experience working in global, matrixed environments across diverse cultures, • Strong storytelling and data visualization skills tailored to executive audiences, • Ability to translate transformation frameworks into practical, scalable solutions, • Professional coaching certifications (e.g., ICP-ACC, SPC, or equivalent)

Senior Accountant – Corporate Reporting & Accounting Location: Chicago, IL We are partnering with a global organization seeking a high-performing Senior Accountant to join its corporate finance team. This role offers strong exposure to executive leadership, complex accounting matters, and enterprise-level financial reporting in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone coming out of public accounting or a large corporate accounting environment who is looking to broaden their experience and grow within a highly visible finance organization. Responsibilities • Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting processes and supporting schedules, • Prepare and analyze financial statements, account reconciliations, and related workpapers, • Support monthly close activities, including journal entries and variance analysis, • Partner cross-functionally with finance, legal, HR, and operational teams on reporting and compliance-related matters, • Assist with technical accounting research and documentation, • Support internal and external audit requests, • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and reporting enhancements, • Participate in special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, • 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, • CPA preferred (or actively pursuing certification), • Public accounting experience strongly preferred, • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting concepts, • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment, • Advanced Excel skills required Preferred Background • Experience working in a large corporate or multi-entity environment, • Exposure to technical accounting or external reporting processes, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative setting, • Self-starter with strong attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset This role offers strong visibility, clear career progression, and the chance to work with a highly accomplished finance leadership team.

• Senior Consultant, Strategy Consulting, • $160,000 – $190,000 + Bonus, • Chicago, IL | Hybrid Working Our client is an international strategy consultancy that helps investors and leadership teams make informed commercial and investment decisions. Their work frequently involves advising private equity firms evaluating business opportunities, followed by strategic engagements that support companies in unlocking their next phase of growth. Teams are collaborative, intellectually curious and focused on practical insight rather than hierarchy. The Senior Consultant will work directly with senior stakeholders from the outset, contributing meaningful analysis and strategic recommendations within a supportive and meritocratic culture. The Senior Consultant will lead analytical workstreams, manage project delivery and provide strategic insight to clients evaluating investment opportunities and growth strategies. Role Highlights: – Lead analytical workstreams across strategy and commercial due diligence projects – Manage small teams and ensure rigorous, high-quality analysis delivery – Present strategic insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders – Support formal pitches and contribute to business development activities – Contribute to internal initiatives such as recruitment, training or knowledge development You Will Need – The role requires – 4+ experience in strategy consulting, including strong commercial due diligence experience – Experience managing small teams and delivering complex project work – Strong quantitative and commercial problem-solving capabilities – Confident communication skills when engaging with senior stakeholders – Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages advantageous Why You’ll Love It – $160,000 – $190,000 base salary plus performance-related bonus – Merit-based progression with clear advancement opportunities – Exposure to investors and senior leadership teams from the outset – Structured training programmes and support for professional qualifications – Hybrid working model with limited travel requirements – Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance options – Retirement plan with employer contribution – Opportunities for international secondments and sabbaticals – Regular team events and a collaborative, supportive culture Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates.

Senior Client Associate The Mather Group (TMG) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Client Services Associate to join our dynamic client services team. This individual will be responsible for providing support to advisors and clients while collaborating with a dynamic, nationwide Client Services team. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, critical thinking skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a proactive approach to delivering exceptional service. Role Responsibilities • Providing exceptional and timely client service and flawless execution on client and prospective client requests, inquiries, and transactions and providing solutions where appropriate., • Acting as a point of contact for all client interactions, working with internal business partners to ensure a timely and accurate response to all client questions and concerns., • Managing account transition and opening process for new and existing clients., • Collecting and populating account-specific information, organizing executed documentation from clients, researching and resolving issues with missing/incomplete information, security/cash transfers, etc., • Managing daily work volumes and transactions accurately across multiple custodians, within established deadlines, and in accordance with existing policies and procedures., • Researching, following up, and escalating client issues and problems through effective interaction with clients and internal business partners in a timely and professional manner., • Effectively collaborating with respective client-facing teams and internal business groups to deliver and execute client transactions with a common goal of providing exceptional service., • Assisting with ad-hoc projects to improve firm operational efficiency and fulfill compliance requirements., • Delivering effective written and verbal communication to financial advisors, internal departments, and firm leaders., • Performing other job-related duties as assigned by your manager and working closely with team members on designated projects., • Keeping up to date on custodial processes and rules and regulations under compliance. Required experience • 3-5 years professional experience in a Client Service Associate role at an RIA firm, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • A motivated, self-starter looking for a place to grow your career, • Ability to work in a fast-paced growing entrepreneurial environment Role information • Location: Chicago – 3 days in office required, • Role Classification: Full-Time, Exempt – 40+ hours per week, • Compensation: $75,000 - 85,000, plus annual bonus opportunity. Final compensation / base salary will be commensurate with experience.

Role Description This is a full-time remote role for the Vice President of Operations at Copa Energia. The VP of Operations will oversee the daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all operational activities. Responsibilities include managing budgets and P&L, leading strategic planning initiatives, overseeing customer service excellence, guiding project execution, and driving organizational goals. The role also involves collaborating with senior leadership to achieve long-term business objectives and continually improving operational processes. Qualifications • Proven experience in Operations Management, including optimizing processes and workflows, • Expertise in P&L Management and budget oversight to ensure financial accountability and sustainability, • Strong capabilities in Strategic Planning and executing long-term organizational goals, • Proficiency in Project Management methodologies and tools to oversee initiatives from concept to completion, • Dedication to enhancing Customer Service standards to improve client satisfaction and loyalty, • Exceptional leadership and decision-making skills, • Strong written and verbal communication and ability to collaborate across teams, • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred, • Experience in the energy sector or a similar industry is a plus

A leading global financial institution is seeking an experienced several Credit Analyst or Securitized Products bankers deep knowledge of RMBS to join their Analytical team at the Director and Senior Director level. This role is highly analytical as well as offers significant internal and external visibility with the investor community, sell-side bankers and issuers/originator platforms. You will be responsible for end-to-end credit and structural analysis for new issue RMBS securitizations across a range of sub-sectors including Non-QM, RPL/NPL, or CRT. This role works as part of a broader North American team and can be located in either Chicago, New York, Austin, Toronto or San Francisco. The team works three-days per week in office. Does the below sound like you? If so, please apply or contact Key responsibility: • End-to-end credit analysis of complex RMBS structures, assessing credit, cash flow, and legal risks across Non-QM, RPL/NPL and CRT sub-sectors, • Produce industry research, attend conferences and present at investor roundtables on topics related to the RMBS market, • Supervise and mentor junior credit analysts

Environmental Project Manager – NEPA / Siting & Routing (Renewable Energy, Pipelines, Transmission) Locations: Chicago Illinois (on-site) A leading environmental and infrastructure consultancy is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Manager to lead complex NEPA-driven projects across the United States. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-complexity environments and has deep experience delivering environmental clearance for large-scale energy and infrastructure projects. This is a leadership role requiring strong project management capability, technical NEPA expertise, and proven experience guiding multidisciplinary teams through siting and routing challenges for major infrastructure developments. Role Overview You will lead environmental planning and NEPA compliance efforts for major infrastructure projects including renewable energy developments, natural gas pipelines, and transmission lines. Projects will span multiple states and require coordination with federal, state, and local agencies. You will oversee full project lifecycles from early siting and alternatives analysis through final environmental documentation and permitting approvals. Key Responsibilities • Lead NEPA compliance and environmental documentation for large-scale infrastructure projects, • Manage siting and routing studies for renewable energy, transmission, and pipeline projects, • Direct multidisciplinary teams including biologists, planners, engineers, and technical specialists, • Serve as primary client interface and trusted advisor through all project phases, • Oversee preparation of EIS, EA, and related environmental documents What We Are Looking For • Strong experience managing NEPA projects end-to-end (EIS and EA level work required), • Proven background in siting and routing for large infrastructure projects, • Experience in renewable energy, natural gas pipelines, and transmission line development, • Environmental consulting or engineering consultancy experience, • 8+ years in environmental planning, NEPA documentation, or related fields, • Prior experience delivering projects across Western and Southern U.S. energy markets Why This Role • Work on nationally significant energy and infrastructure projects, • Lead complex, high-visibility NEPA programs from start to finish, • Strong pipeline of renewable and transmission development work, • Opportunity to step into broader leadership and team management responsibilities, • Exposure to multiple markets and regulatory environments across the U.S. Please reach out to Funmi Gbadamosi at Intelletec Energy for more information.

Overview This role is the strategic engine behind the President of the Americas. It sits at the intersection of commercial strategy, executive decision-making, and cross-functional alignment for the company’s largest and fastest‑growing region. The person in this seat becomes the President’s closest strategic partner—operating with broad visibility, deep analytical responsibility, and direct influence across the business. This is not an analyst role. It’s a high‑impact, high‑exposure strategic position designed for someone who can think, communicate, and lead at an executive level. Key Mandate Build the long‑range growth strategy for the Americas, drive annual operating and revenue planning, and serve as the connective force across senior leadership to ensure clarity, alignment, and execution. Core Responsibilities Strategic Planning & Growth Architecture • Lead development of the 5‑year Americas strategic plan., • Own annual revenue projections, forecasting, and scenario modeling., • Build and manage the Annual Operating Plan (AOP). Executive Communication & Storytelling • Create Board‑level communication packages., • Develop business-wide messaging tied to strategy and execution., • Translate complex data into clear, persuasive narratives. Cross‑Functional Alignment & Issue Resolution • Serve as the point of integration across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Global teams., • Step in when challenges span multiple leaders and drive solutions forward., • Lead high‑priority projects that accelerate growth and operational clarity. Executive Partnership • Operate as the President’s strategic partner and "right hand"., • Provide insight, structure, and analytical clarity that shape commercial direction., • Maintain pulse across functions to ensure synchronized execution. Profile of Success: • Strategic Thinker with the ability to structure ambiguity into coherent plans., • Analytical Athlete with deep Excel fluency and intellectual rigor., • Influential Communicator who can present, persuade, and align senior leaders., • Relationship‑Driven with strong partnership instincts., • Project Leader capable of orchestrating multi‑stakeholder execution. Why This Role Is Different The person in this role will learn more about the business than anyone other than the President. It offers unmatched visibility, breadth, and career acceleration—"a better development path than any MBA program." This is a rare opportunity for a high‑potential strategist to plug directly into executive leadership and shape the future of a high‑growth division. Compensation & Structure • Base Salary: up to $150,000, • Bonus: 13% target, • Work Model: Chicago‑based hybrid (strongly preferred), open to exceptional non‑local candidates, • Travel: ~20% domestic + international

One of Chicago’s most respected design build General Contractors is looking to add a Senior Superintendent to the team as they continue expanding across the commercial market. This is a $500M+ contractor with an outstanding reputation, strong leadership team and a backlog built heavily around negotiated repeat business. They deliver a wide range of commercial projects throughout the Chicagoland area with typical project sizes ranging from $10M–$50M. The role offers the opportunity to lead complex, high profile projects while remaining local to the Chicago market — no constant out of state travel or weeks away from home. Project portfolio includes: • Commercial, • Corporate interiors, • Healthcare, • Mixed use, • Light industrial Why people join and stay: • Local Chicagoland work, • Financially strong, stable contractor, • Excellent field and project management teams, • Long term career growth into leadership, • High level of autonomy and trust, • Strong relationships with owners and subcontractors, • Team oriented culture without unnecessary bureaucracy Compensation & Benefits: • $140k–$175k base salary, • Company truck, • Gas card, • Strong annual bonus structure, • Excellent healthcare coverage, • 401k match, • PTO + paid holidays, • Long term stability and consistent pipeline of work Seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent with strong ground up commercial construction experience who can drive schedules, lead field operations, manage subcontractors and maintain high standards across safety, quality and client relationships.

COMPANY OVERVIEW Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with a fearless reputation and global reach, high-level problem solvers in litigation, government controversies, investigations, regulatory challenges, and complex corporate transactions. With offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the firm represents a wide range of clients, counseling Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, major nonprofits, top universities, private equity investors, and Native American tribes. Consistently recognized as a firm that stands up for its values with its commitment to justice and community service, Jenner has been named the No. 1 pro bono firm 13 times in the United States by The American Lawyer. POSTION SUMMARY Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer and working collaboratively with the Department's Leadership Team, the Sr Specialist will help drive a talented team of communications professionals as part of a pioneering model in the legal industry — a fully dedicated Communications department operating independently at the firm level. In this role, they will act as a trusted advisor to lawyers and professional staff, co-manage the effective running of and delivery on communication initiatives, and cultivate meaningful relationships with media, colleagues, and vendors. Specifically, the Senior Specialist will lead communications and public relations efforts for several leading litigation practices and industry groups, including Media and Entertainment, Consumer Brands, Sports and Gaming, and AI/Technology. They will also provide communications support to highlight and elevate the firm’s nationally recognized pro bono work. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Work with lawyers to identify, develop, and implement communications activities—media interviews, thought leadership, speaking engagements, events, etc.—that support the firm’s mission to be the best at what we do, a great place to work, and a significant contributor to our communities., • Build and maintain relationships with journalists at key media outlets. Create opportunities to connect partners with key journalists. Prepare lawyers for interviews., • Draft and edit press releases, talking points, firm memos, bylines, and other communications collaterals., • Draft and edit content for the firm’s website, intranet, internal communications, and other channels., • Help design and implement social media campaigns to elevate the firm and its brand., • Collaborate with and manage external PR consultants and ensure all activities meet firm standards and objectives., • Support planning and execution of integrated communications and marketing campaigns., • Support inclusion efforts and promote pro bono work., • Manage special projects and other public relations initiatives., • Help manage submissions process for awards, including for individual lawyers, the firm, and specific practice areas., • Work collaboratively with the firm’s relationship partners to assist in the profile raising of in- house counsel at our clients., • Manage the placement process for byline articles. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree in a communications or marketing-related field., • Minimum of 5-7 years of communications or equivalent experience. Candidates with legal industry experience or a journalism background is strongly preferred., • Experience working in professional services preferred., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Advanced knowledge of social media platforms., • Attention to detail, proofreading, and accuracy are key in this role. Disclaimer Additional Duties This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs. Physical Requirements Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities. EEO Statement Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates. Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $77,000 - $110,000 in Chicago. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

Client Partner, Aviation Segment Location: Chicago, USA About Impetus: Impetus Technologies was founded on the idea that transformation shouldn’t be complicated—it should be powerful, practical, and real. As a digital engineering partner, Impetus helps enterprises connect the dots across analytics, AI, and cloud—turning complexity into clarity and ambition into action. What makes that possible are its deep partnerships with cloud leaders like AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, Google, and Microsoft. Together, they create the foundation for smarter decisions, faster innovation, and more efficient operations. The result? Enterprises don’t just modernize—they move forward with confidence, scale with purpose, and unlock meaningful growth. Read more about us at: Leading at Impetus: We are looking for a seasoned Client Partner to lead and grow a strategic aviation account—someone who doesn’t just manage relationships, but truly owns them. In this role, you become the trusted face of Impetus for the client—building deep, lasting relationships while continuously uncovering new opportunities for growth. You balance a farmer’s mindset, nurturing the account with care and consistency, with a hunter’s drive to expand its potential. It’s a leadership role where you’re not just driving revenue—you’re shaping a partnership, unlocking growth, and delivering meaningful business impact. Skills Required: Strategic Account Management • Focus on developing and implement a strategic account plan and drive 20% YOY revenue growth within the assigned account(s), ensuring revenue and gross margin targets are met or exceeded., • Serve as the lead point of contact for all matters related to assigned customers, serving as a trusted advisor., • Lead and/or help develop industry-specific best practices to cater to other Impetus customers in the same vertical. Client Relationship Management • Leverage executive-level relationships to strengthen the company’s presence and strategically utilize team resources for impactful client engagement., • Present Impetus' capabilities, offerings, and solutions within the account(s) to expand its footprint. Solution Development & Delivery • Support and facilitate delivery teams to ensure client success and satisfaction., • Work closely with client teams, pre-sales engineering, and delivery teams to build winning sales proposals and establish strong client relationships. Business Development • Create, leverage, and manage ABM plans for organic growth and brand visibility within the assigned account/s., • Leverage the ecosystem of cloud and data partners to find new opportunities for growth., • Present overall Impetus story comprising of capabilities, offerings and solutions within the account(s) to expand Impetus footprint. Advocacy & Collaboration • Represent the customer's needs and interests within Impetus., • Foster a positive team culture by building enthusiasm, collaboration, and support within and outside the organization., • Conduct quarterly reviews with Client and Impetus leadership Key Requirements • 10+ years of experience in enterprise software or consulting sales, with at least 7 years focused on demonstrating track record of closing large, complex enterprise deals and building strong senior executive relationships., • Drive strong revenue growth & pipeline development with focus on market expansion & account penetration., • Proven success selling in closing strategic opportunities with ability to analyze data, identify growth opportunities, and implement strategies to improve account performance, • Proven experience in client relationship management and strategic account management., • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at executive levels., • Ability to collaborate globally aligned effectively across sales, delivery, marketing, and product teams, • Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred Pay Range: This offers a very competitive base salary and in addition, we offer a bonus which is dependent on achievement of targets by the role-holder as well as the organization. Benefits • Comprehensive Medical Plan Covering Medical, Dental, Vision, • Short Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, • Life Insurance, • Vacation Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, • Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave Important Notice: The compensation as well as benefits information provided herein is accurate as of the date of this job posting. Disclaimer: IMPETUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Private Equity Associate Chicago, IL Start Date: Immediate / Near-Term About Arbor Investments Arbor Investments is a specialized private equity firm focused exclusively on investing in premier companies across the food, beverage, and related industries. Founded in 1999, Arbor has offices in Chicago and Palm Beach and has been recognized as a three-time winner of Buyouts Magazine’s Deal of the Year award. Arbor takes an active, hands-on approach to value creation. In addition to partnering closely with management teams, Arbor supports its portfolio companies with in-house functional expertise across marketing and branding, human resources, supply chain and operations, legal, IT, accounting and finance, and other key disciplines. The investment team works directly with these resources to help portfolio companies execute strategic and operational initiatives that drive growth and performance. The Opportunity The Private Equity Associate will play a key role across the full investment lifecycle, including transaction evaluation, due diligence, execution, financing, and post-close value creation. This is a high-exposure role with meaningful responsibility and direct interaction with senior investment professionals, portfolio company management teams, operating partners, and Arbor’s internal functional experts. What You Will Do • Review and evaluate new investment opportunities, • Build and analyze financial models and underwriting materials, • Manage due diligence workstreams and support transaction execution for platform and add-on acquisitions, • Participate in financings, refinancings, and sale processes, • Support portfolio company and fund initiatives through research, analysis, and execution support, • Work with senior leaders, operating partners, and internal functional experts on post-close operational and strategic initiatives, • Gain direct exposure to portfolio company strategy and operations through board meetings and strategic planning sessions What We Are Looking For • Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or a related field, • Prior M&A transaction experience strongly preferred, • Food and beverage experience preferred, but not required; a strong interest in the food and beverage industry is required, • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with sound investment judgment, • Strong financial modeling, writing, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, • High degree of initiative, ownership, and ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, • Finance and/or accounting degree preferred, but not required, • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn Why Arbor This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of investing and value creation activities within a specialized private equity platform. Associates at Arbor gain meaningful transaction responsibility, direct portfolio company exposure, and the ability to work alongside experienced investment professionals and operating resources in a highly collaborative environment. Location This role is in-person and based in Chicago, IL. Application Instructions To apply, please include your resume and preferred start date. Contact Nate Garside - Executive Recruiter Email:

My Client are a specialist Private Equity Operations Consulting Firm with a singular focus: helping PE-backed portfolio companies unlock measurable value. Their model is entirely execution-led - consultants are embedded directly inside industrial businesses to drive improvements in profitability, throughput, working capital and operational performance. Day Rate - $800 -$1100 (+Expenses) for Consultant & Higher for Manager Level (d.o.e) This role is not producing strategy reports..... Consultants are on the shop floor, in the warehouse, at the facility - doing the work alongside the management team, not watching from a distance. We are building a bench of strong, US-based operational consultants (OPEX), who can be deployed quickly onto client engagements across North America. Projects are typically located in the US, with deployment from your home city. All travel, accommodation and per diem are fully covered. This is 5 days a week on-site, driving improvements. This is a contractor engagement model. Project durations vary — shorter diagnostic assignments of two to three weeks through to longer implementation projects of two to three months. The right person will be comfortable with a fast-on, high-impact style of engagement. What You'll Be Working On: • Operational due diligence assessments ahead of PE acquisitions, • Post-close value creation and rapid EBITDA improvement, • Throughput improvement and capacity debottlenecking, • Cost reduction, shift structure optimisation and overhead elimination, • Working capital and inventory rationalisation, • Business consolidation and site integration for roll-up platforms, • Embedding KPI tracking, daily controls and performance routines Who They're Looking For: The ideal candidate has two to four years of hands-on operational consulting experience, though strong Manager-level candidates will also be considered. Background from execution-focused consultancies - the kind where you are physically on the shop floor rather than in a conference room is strongly preferred. Essential Experience • Track record of delivering measurable operational improvement on-site in industrial environments - factories, warehouses, production facilities, • Experience owning and leading workstreams end-to-end, not just supporting analysis, • Ability to diagnose complex operational problems and translate them into clear, actionable plans, • Strong with data - Excel, operational KPIs, production metrics, • Comfortable working directly with shop floor teams and senior stakeholders alike The Ideal Mindset: • You want to see your work implemented and measured, not filed away, • You are comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments, • You have a high-ownership mentality - if something isn't working, you fix it, • You enjoy working in industrial settings and aren't precious about getting stuck in, • You're interested in private equity and want to build exposure to that world This Won't Work If: • You are not willing to travel Monday to Friday on a full-time basis, • Your consulting experience is purely strategy with no on-the-ground implementation, • Industry only experience - without Consulting, • You have not worked directly in operational environments If you come from a hands-on operational consultancy and are open to US travel, we'd like to hear from you - even if you're not actively looking. Initial conversations are entirely confidential. Please apply here, on (+44) 7808 782801 or (+44) 20 4558 5941, or

Company Description Toho Technology Inc. is the Chicago-based U.S. subsidiary of Toho Technology Corporation — a family-owned enterprise founded in Nagoya, Japan in 1819 and now 850 people strong across Japan, China, and Indonesia. Our 15-person Chicago team operates with entrepreneurial agility, serving the global semi-conductor and compound semiconductor markets with precision metrology equipment, field service, contract manufacturing, and automation components. Learn more at Role Description We are seeking an exceptional bilingual (Japanese/English) executive to serve as an Executive Officer. This is a rare chance lead and develop a lean, high-impact U.S. operation — reporting directly to the parent company in Japan. If you thrive on wearing multiple hats, building high-performing teams, and driving measurable growth, this role was built for you. Starting Salary $150K + benefits (401(k) & health, dental, vision insurance) DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Strategic Leadership & Business Planning • Lead development and ongoing maintenance of annual company goals and objectives in coordination with parent company executive leadership., • Execute strategic operations to sustain and grow monthly profitability across all business units., • Plan and lead annual and quarterly company meetings, reviews, and performance reports., • Collaborate with the Japan parent company to align and execute business strategy., • Develop deep familiarity with each division; motivate success by leading all division managers. 2. Sales Leadership • Direct the General Manager of Sales & Service to achieve profit targets across four core business lines: ◦ Metrology Equipment ◦ Field Service 3. Contract Manufacturing Growth • Oversee Contract Manufacturing Account Managers and provide hands-on guidance to grow both existing and new accounts to achieve profit targets across four core business lines: ◦ Contract Manufacturing services ◦ Automation Components • Identify opportunities to expand the contract manufacturing portfolio and improve margin. 4. Finance & Compliance • Supervise the Geneal Manager of Finance & General affairs and provide monthly oversight and sign-off on all financial reports — P&L, Balance Sheet, Revenue Plan, and Expense Planning., • Oversee compliance across all areas: tax, insurance, regulatory requirements, and labor law., • Approve compensation and benefits structures., • Oversee accounting practices, inventory integrity, and contract management. 5. Human Resources • Oversee the General Manager of Human Resources and Office Operations in the development of organizational structure, recruiting, performance review, and compensation systems., • Ensure company policies align with labor standards and maintain a compliant, high-performance culture. 6. New Business Development • Own and nurture strategic executive relationships with existing partner companies, including KLA, Onto, Merck, and Velo., • Prospect, research, analyze, and qualify potential new partners and market opportunities., • Present findings and recommendations to Japan executive management for go/no-go decisions., • Coordinate the initial B2B outreach and relationship development process.7 7. Product & Engineering Oversight • Oversee the Field Service and Development Engineering team responsible for product engineering, installation, and maintenance., • Drive annual maintenance contract revenue generation and ensure service quality standards are met. REQUIREMENTS Required • Native or business-level fluency in both Japanese and English (written and verbal), • Proven leadership experience managing multi-functional operations including sales, finance, and day-to-day operations, • Strong financial acumen with demonstrated ability to manage P&L, budgets, and financial reporting, • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, • Authorized to work in the United States; based in or willing to relocate to the Chicago area, • Comfortable reporting to and collaborating closely with executive leadership in Japan Preferred • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience, including at least 5 years in senior management, • Background working with or within Japanese corporations; deep understanding of Japanese business culture, • Track record managing a U.S. subsidiary or branch office of a foreign company, • Hands-on, entrepreneurial experience building teams and driving growth in lean environments, • Technical or engineering background enabling productive engagement with engineering teams, • Experience in the micro-electronics or semiconductor industry, • MBA or advanced degree WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Primarily office-based at 4809 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640, • Ability to travel domestically and internationally by car, air, and other modes of transportation, • Regular evening teleconferences or video calls with Asia, with schedule flexibility as required, • Extended periods of desk work; standard office physical demands apply (standing, sitting, lifting, etc.), • Proficiency with standard office technology: phone, computer, laptop, and business software ABOUT TOHO TECHNOLOGY INC. Toho Technology Inc. (Chicago) is the U.S. arm of Toho Technology Corporation, a family-owned company first established in Nagoya, Japan in 1819. Over two centuries of business, the company evolved from a regional trader into a manufacturer and distributor of industrial electronics and advanced technologies, cultivating foundational partnerships with Hitachi and other leading electronics manufacturers. Today, Toho Technology Corporation employs 850 professionals across Japan, China, and Indonesia. Its U.S. subsidiary has been operating since 2001, serving a growing global customer base with sales staff, applications engineers, and field service engineers throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. The Chicago team is diverse, multilingual, and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit.

Company Description Forever On! From the start in 2008, T5 has been focused on supporting enterprise and hyperscale customers with customized data center solutions. Today, we remain dedicated to an unrivaled level of quality that extends across the lifecycle of the core data center ranging from customized turnkey development, facilities management and data center operations to customized construction needs worldwide! The world’s biggest companies trust T5 with their data center operations. At T5, our success is fueled by our team. With over 400 engineers, technicians and professional staff, we’re proud to foster an inclusive culture of excellence and progression that’s dedicated to serving our customers -Commitment to Diversity & Military Veterans -Battle-Tested Leadership Experience -100% Data Center Focused -Owner-Operator Mindset The Project Manager will support Senior Project Managers and Directors within T5 Development by helping deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget. This includes ensuring contractor teams implement best-practice safety procedures and maintaining clear, consistent communication with customers, subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams. The role requires strong design oversight to ensure plans meet lease commitments, support operational and Uptime requirements, and control cost exposure through effective collaboration with the design team. This role will also manage and monitor project budgets using Yardi and Procore, proactively tracking exposures and working closely with contractors to stay within financial targets. They will also support schedule control, coordinating with contractors to understand risks and contribute to schedule planning. Overall project lifecycle management—from design and construction through commissioning and tenant coordination—is a core responsibility, along with full document control for all development files. RESPONSIBILITIES • Serve as point of contact for transfer of files, documents, records, and distribution with external vendors, • Compile and maintain complex contract data to be routinely accessible and generate reports as required, • Draft, prepare, and proofread letters and documents to external partners, • Properly create and maintain T5 Development internal filing structure, • Assist and oversee Development Coordinators by providing proper coding, routing, information, and coversheets as necessary, • Review electronic document signature workflow (DocuSign), • Create and maintain master schedules and hold all vendors accountable to project schedule., • Set up initial project, budget, vendor, and billings, • Track contractual agreements, oversee change orders, and prepare cashflow projections, • Manage timely monthly invoicing and support submission of pay applications, schedule of values, lien waivers, etc., • Manage vendor contracts in accordance with project budgets and billing terms, • Manage project change management, filing, and record keeping, • Manage and create executive-level project reporting monthlyAssist in procuring external consultants such as special inspectors, commissioning agents, and design teams, as well as supporting the procurement of general contractors., • Collaborate with internal cross functional team members including Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Accounting to maintain project alignment., • Able to travel frequently if not local. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience., • 1+ years of project management experience in construction., • General contracting experience required; data center experience preferred.

About the Company Carnow, Conibear & Associates (Carnow Conibear) is a trusted leader in environmental, health, and safety consulting with more than 50 years of experience serving public and private sector clients. Our firm is known for delivering science‑based solutions, technical excellence, and responsive client service. We are dedicated to protecting human health and the environment while helping our clients meet regulatory and operational objectives. About the Role Carnow Conibear is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Environmental Engineering to lead and manage complex environmental projects across a diverse client base. This role is ideal for a seasoned environmental professional with strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary projects from conception through completion. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for project execution, client relationship management, regulatory compliance, client acquisition, client development, and mentoring technical staff. Project work may include site investigations, remediation oversight, environmental compliance, and other environmental engineering services. Key Responsibilities • Manage and coordinate all phases of environmental engineering and assessment projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction., • Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans; monitor project performance and profitability., • Manage all assigned projects properly to ensure they are profitable, within budget, and completed on time., • Serve as a primary client contact, supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships., • Lead technical execution of projects, including Site Remediation Program, Leaking Underground Storage Tank, Resource Conservation Recovery Act, and other regulatory cleanup projects., • Conduct and oversee all types of environmental investigations, assessments, and sampling as applicable., • Generate remediation design and specifications for privately and publicly bid projects., • Manage technical staff overseeing remedial activities., • Respond to emergency situations and concerns quickly, communicate important facts to supervisor, and manage the remediation activities to completion., • Develop, review, and sign off on technical reports, project designs, and regulatory submittals., • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations (IEPA, EPA, IDPH, OSHA, RCRA, TSCA, HUD, etc.), • Provide technical mentorship, training, and oversight to junior staff., • Support department leadership with workload planning, staff development, and process improvement., • Maintain accurate project documentation, QA/QC procedures, and health and safety standards. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, geology, or a related field., • 7+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or regulatory project work., • Demonstrated experience managing complex environmental projects, budgets, and schedules., • Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations and standards (IDPH, EPA, OSHA, HUD)., • Professional licenses preferred, including:, • Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT), • Professional Geologist (PG) license, • Excellent technical writing, data interpretation, and report preparation skills, • Proven ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and coordinate multiple active projects., • Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills., • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally., • Experience overseeing environmental remediation or abatement contractors., • Strong construction background., • Familiarity with environmental modeling, sampling design, or remediation technologies., • Experience with digital inspection platforms, environmental databases, or mobile field reporting tools., • Ability to manage high‑volume, technically complex projects in a fast‑paced consulting environment., • Interest in staff mentorship, leadership development, and departmental growth. Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee assistance program, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Health savings account, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Vision insurance

Who We Are: Dedicated to making a difference in law enforcement agencies across the U.S., our mission is to transform policing by elevating officer performance with a preventative-based early intervention system. Driven by data science and powered by machine learning, our offering analyzes officer performance data in order to identify potentially problematic behavior. In partnership with the University of Chicago, we’ve developed the world’s largest multi-jurisdictional officer performance database, and the only research-driven, evidence-based early intervention system available in policing today. We’re also the only provider of a fully integrated, cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that simplifies essential policing workflows. This platform is designed to be a single-source solution for all operational needs, driving extensive efficiency gains and providing best-in-class advanced analytics and insights. Benchmark Analytics provides a comprehensive, all-in-one solution that is advancing police force management through state-of-the-art technology and market-leading data and analytics. The Role: In this vital customer-facing role, you will drive the implementation of our system with a sense of urgency balanced with quality delivery. You’ll leverage a consultative project management approach to the implementation, use acquired knowledge in enterprise SaaS configuration techniques, apply best practice roll-out strategies, and conduct training with police and other government agencies. You have an interest in working with police and government agencies to understand their operational context and provide a software experience that exceeds their expectations. Our ideal candidate loves problem-solving, understands that the details are key, and enjoys digging into them with a transparent and collaborative approach. In addition to managing our growing customer base, you will work with the Senior Leader, Customer Implementations to enhance current processes. Responsibilities: • Lead the implementation of the Benchmark Management System for simultaneous customer projects, • Develop Project Charters and Project Plans, considering project scope and resourcing, • Provide regular communication with customers regarding implementation progress, • Serve as a Voice of Customer between our engineering / product teams and our customers/system users, • Collaborate across departments and teams to ensure project tasks are completed within scope and on-time, • Provide communication to a wide audience, highlighting project status and open risks, • Identify risk and lead internal escalations to address/mitigate, • Create and deliver customer training and documentation, • Drive internal improvements including solution and creation of training materials to drive change Job Qualifications: • Demonstrates innovative and experimental mindset, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, experience communicating with executive stakeholders, • Strong logical, analytical, and reasoning abilities, • Extremely detail oriented, • Naturally process-oriented and driven, • Independent – enjoys taking on new challenges and running with them, • Likes working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, • Proficient in Salesforce, Confluence, JIRA and Project Management tools (ex. MS Project, Smartsheets, etc.), • Bachelor’s degree preferred; Master’s degree is a plus, • 5+ years of relevant technology/software implementation, • 4+ years in a SaaS environment, preferably with Enterprise customers, • Project management certifications: PMP preferred The Ideal Candidate will also be: • Comfortable under pressure, with high-stakes deadlines in a fast-paced environment, • Able to interpret and communicate complex concepts clearly, • Able to communicate concisely and persuasively with customers, product managers and engineers, • Passionate about the Benchmark Analytics mission, and improving outcomes in the public sector What We Offer: • A competitive salary and benefits package, • Unlimited paid time off (PTO), • Medical, dental, and vision plan offerings along with 401(k), • Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance., • Other Voluntary Benefits include additional Life Insurance, Spouse Life Insurance, and Accident Insurance., • The satisfaction that comes with being part of a solution that has real impact in the world, • A diverse workforce and inclusive environment that embraces unique contributions and experiences, • An empowered culture that encourages creativity and professional growth Estimated Annual Salary Range for this Role: • $120k-$150k Additional Information: • Benchmark Analytics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity of all kinds in our effort to create a stellar workforce of committed and passionate team members, • Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor employment visas at this time

Category Manager Overview: • The Category Manager is responsible for the strategic sourcing of Enterprise Technology by actively engaging with various Technology/Business leaders and suppliers of hardware, software and managed services to effectively and efficiently meet business requirements. This role will not be limited to IT only but will cover general contracts that support HR, Marketing, Finance, legal categories – which means professional services, some agency contracts and consulting agreements. The leader in this role drives multi-year, multi-million-dollar SaaS licensing negotiations, monitors/maintains hardware arrangements, IT Professional Services in alignment with our technology roadmap. Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the global technology procurement category portfolio including all enterprise software (e.g., on premise, cloud, SaaS etc.), hardware, communications platforms and managed services, IT Professional Services., • This role will not be limited to IT only but will cover general contracts that support HR, Marketing, Finance, legal categories – which means professional services, some agency contracts and consulting agreements., • Responsible for all aspects of IT sourcing processes through the lifecycle of RFx, negotiations and execution of legal agreements for new, renewal or extension cycles of licensed products and services – inclusive of supporting necessary governance approvals and business case development, • Develop, maintain and expand key supplier relationships to deliver high levels of service while maintaining best-in-class commercial terms and conditions; manage preferred supplier selection and review processes; rationalize suppliers and consolidate buying power to simplify supplier ecosystem, • Build and enhance relationships with key business stakeholders in COUs / Segments, IT, Finance, Legal, Cybersecurity and other areas within the UL enterprise to engage strategic sourcing throughout the process and be a trusted advisor to the business, • Lead key sourcing initiatives as needed, achieving best value within acceptable risk. (e.g., deliver process improvements / toolset implementation), • Ensure Global Sourcing policy adherence and enforcement across the UL Solutions enterprise Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology or related field, • 5+ years of experience in developing and executing category strategies in IT Sourcing software, hardware and IT Professional Services. Prior experience with negotiating with Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft and ServiceNow preferred. Prior experience with negotiating with IT contracting and consulting firms (e.g., Infosys, Accenture) preferred., • Effective communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and partnerships across the organization. This person will have direct interaction with C-suite leadership. Comfortable independently interacting with and presenting to senior leadership including C-level executives., • Experienced sourcing practitioner, understanding of best-practice sourcing methodology and a demonstrated track record of working ethically and collaboratively to achieve excellent outcomes, • Knowledge of standard commercial contracting practices and procedures. Proven track record of delivering significant and sustainable cost reductions through effective development and execution of sourcing strategy, • Ability to take a hands-on approach to analyze and interpret spend data is support of sourcing initiatives and UL business objectives, • Solves complex problems independently and takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions, • Proven track record of delivering significant and sustainable cost reductions through effective development and execution of sourcing strategy, • Strong process management, organizational and effective time management skills, • Attention to detail with strong documentation skills, • CPM/CPSM or PMP certification a plus, • Strong financial analysis, Excel, • Follow-through Compensation: • $46.45-$65 hourly (W2), • #LI-KC1

Summary Our client, a Fortune 500 medical device company, is seeking an Analytical Chemist to support the Product Development R&D team in Cary, IL. The team has recently established in-house chemistry and microbiology lab capabilities, and this role will focus on executing analytical testing, supporting method development, and ensuring high-quality, compliant laboratory operations. The Analytical Chemist will work within a regulated environment to support routine testing, developmental studies, and stability programs while adhering to GMP/GLP standards. Responsibilities • Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing to support R&D product development and stability studies., • Assist in method development, verification, and validation activities under the guidance of senior staff., • Follow established lab processes, workflows, and SOPs to ensure accurate and compliant data generation., • Prepare samples, reagents, and standards in accordance with documented procedures., • Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR), including basic troubleshooting., • Support calibration, preventive maintenance, and documentation for laboratory equipment., • Accurately document experimental data, observations, and results in compliance with data integrity standards., • Assist in reviewing data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GMP/GLP requirements., • Participate in lab investigations, deviations, and root cause analyses as needed., • Maintain proper lab organization, material segregation, and safety practices., • Collaborate with cross-functional R&D team members to support project timelines and deliverables., • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance lab efficiency and reliability. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (Master’s preferred but not required)., • 5+ years of experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory, within an FDA-regulated (GMP/GLP) environment., • Hands-on experience with common analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR)., • Familiarity with method development and validation concepts is preferred., • Understanding of basic laboratory compliance, documentation practices, and data integrity principles., • Experience in the pharmaceutical industry required., • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures., • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced R&D environment., • Basic knowledge of instrument calibration and maintenance practices., • Experience with microbiology techniques is a plus but not required. Terms & Start • Onsite 5 days/week in Cary, IL, • 12+ month contract, • Start ASAP, • Benefits included (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Senior Transformation Consultant Company: Confidential Global Hospitality Organization Location: Chicago, IL (3 days a week in office) with occasional travel to hotel and regional sites Pay Rate: $60–$70/hour (C2C) Employment Type: Contract Duration: 6+ Months Overview A global hospitality organization is seeking a Senior Transformation Consultant to support and accelerate enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across corporate, regional, and operational teams. This highly visible role will help embed a proprietary transformation framework built on agile and adaptive operating principles across a complex global organization. The ideal consultant will bring deep experience leading enterprise transformation efforts, coaching senior leaders, and enabling organizational agility within large, matrixed environments. This role will partner closely with executives, operational leaders, technology teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen collaboration, improve organizational effectiveness, and drive sustainable change. Experience with Generative AI enablement and emerging AI-powered business practices is highly valued as the organization continues advancing digital and operational agility across its global ecosystem. Key Responsibilities • Learn, apply, and coach the organization’s proprietary transformation framework across business, technology, and operational teams, • Partner with leadership to evolve transformation roadmaps, organizational maturity models, and success metrics, • Coach executives, regional leaders, operational leaders, and delivery teams on adaptive and customer-centered ways of working, • Facilitate workshops, retrospectives, alignment sessions, and transformation planning activities, • Lead initiatives focused on evolving operating models, governance structures, and decision-making practices, • Mentor internal transformation coaches, change agents, and emerging leaders to build long-term organizational capability, • Support Gen AI enablement initiatives by helping teams responsibly integrate AI into workflows, decision-making, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, • Drive alignment across global stakeholders operating within diverse cultural and operational environments, • Influence transformation outcomes through strong communication, facilitation, and executive storytelling capabilities Required Qualifications • 6–10 years of experience leading enterprise transformation, organizational change, or agile transformation initiatives, • Proven success coaching senior executives and operational leaders within large-scale organizations, • Experience working across business, technology, and operational functions, • Strong understanding of agile, lean, systems-thinking, and adaptive transformation principles, • Exceptional facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, • Experience operating effectively in complex, matrixed global environments, • Familiarity with Generative AI tools and practical enterprise business applications, • Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and reporting/dashboard tools, • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Organizational Development, or related field Preferred Qualifications • Experience within hospitality, travel, consumer services, or other customer-centric industries, • Coaching certifications such as ICP-ACC, SPC, or equivalent, • Strong executive storytelling, visualization, and presentation capabilities, • Experience collaborating across global and multicultural teams, • Multilingual capabilities highly preferred Why This Opportunity • Opportunity to help shape transformation initiatives within a globally recognized enterprise organization, • High-impact role with visibility across executive leadership and operational teams, • Exposure to enterprise agility, operational modernization, and AI enablement initiatives, • Collaborative environment focused on innovation, adaptability, and customer experience excellence About PeopleCaddie ___ connects organizations with high-impact consulting and professional talent through a hybrid recruiting model that combines advanced technology with experienced staffing professionals. Our approach is simple: technology when you want it, people when you don’t.

At Joe Amara Executive Search, we build teams shaping the future of power generation and digital infrastructure. For nearly two decades, we’ve acted as trusted partners to private equity firms, infrastructure funds, independent power producers, and digital infrastructure platforms. We are known for precision, speed, and integrity. With a 100% completion rate and recognition from The Wall Street Journal, we’re not just another retained search firm, we are shaping emerging sectors one engagement at a time. We are seeking a Director who can use their recruiting agency and/or business development experience to originate retained search engagements. Developing new business is the primary function of this position. You will work directly with leadership on complex, high-impact searches for highly specialized roles across power and digital infrastructure. You will learn how executive hiring decisions are made at the top of the industry, and how to guide them. Client Origination • Outreach to past clients, re-introduce our firm's services., • Research emerging digital infrastructure platforms, power generation platforms, and investors to identify and contact prospective clients, • Build curated targets; execute professional, thoughtful outreach, • Introduce our firm’s value proposition and communicate our strengths, • Create sourcing strategies along side delivery team, • Review delivery team's findings and provide a comprehensive talent assessment, • Present findings to client with delivery team, • Conduct second interviews with proposed candidate pool, • Guide hiring leaders to the right decision through data, narrative, and clear reasoning, • Uphold a high standard of communication, confidentiality, and advisory professionalism Qualifications • The ideal candidates has spent the past 5 years with a recruiting firm, tasked primarily with developing and securing new client relationships, • You are a hunter; proactive, resourceful, and execution-oriented, with a track record of building pipelines and converting prospects into long-term clients, • You have a strong command of full-lifecycle recruiting and understand how to partner with clients from intake through placement and beyond, • Demonstrated ability to speak confidently with senior professionals, • Tools: Word, Excel, Outlook, Canva, Bullhorn, • Interest in AI infrastructure, power generation., • Bachelor’s degree

Senior Business Consultant / Executive Mentor (Nationwide – 100% Travel) International Services, Inc. (ISI) 💰 $100,000 – $125,000 + Bonuses | Full-Time | ✈️ Travel Required Where Business Transformation Meets Human Transformation At ISI, we believe fixing a business starts by changing the behaviors that drive it. For over 30 years, we’ve helped small and mid-sized businesses ($1M–$15M in revenue) grow stronger, more profitable, and more resilient — by transforming not just their operations, but their leadership. Our clients don’t just improve their P&L. They build legacies. What You’ll Do As a Senior Business Consultant (SBC) — also known as an Executive Mentor — you’ll work directly with business owners and their teams to uncover the root causes of underperformance and design the roadmap to fix them. You’ll be part strategist, part coach, part change agent — helping leaders think differently, act decisively, and achieve measurable results. You will: ✅ Lead on-site consulting engagements that turn business challenges into success stories ✅ Analyze operations, sales, and financial performance (P&L, cash flow, and budgets) ✅ Build and execute Value Enhancement Plans (VERs) that deliver guaranteed ROI ✅ Coach owners and teams through performance and behavior change ✅ Track results weekly — real metrics, real outcomes, real transformation Who You Are You’re not looking for another “job.” You’re looking for impact. You’ve built or led successful businesses and now want to pay that forward — mentoring entrepreneurs through the challenges you’ve already conquered. You are: • A proven business leader or consultant with hands-on management experience, • Confident in financials, operations, and leadership development, • Analytical and structured — yet adaptable, persuasive, and empathetic, • Ready to travel nationwide (Sunday night–Friday afternoon) What You Bring • 10+ years of business management or ownership experience (5+ in consulting or leadership), • Deep understanding of P&L, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting, • Track record of increasing profitability and team performance, • Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree or certifications a plus), • PC laptop and portable printer required for travel assignments What We Offer 💰 Competitive pay: $100,000 – $125,000 + performance bonuses (six-figure potential) 🦷 Benefits: 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance 🌎 Purpose: Work that directly impacts business owners’ lives 📈 Growth: Opportunities for advancement Why ISI? Our mission is bold but simple — to deliver financially measurable improvement by transforming how business owners think, lead, and act. We are the largest consulting firm in North America serving small and mid-sized companies, and we’re expanding our nationwide team of seasoned consultants. If you’re passionate about mentorship, measurable impact, and meaningful change, we want to talk. Ready to Lead the Change? 👉 Apply today or DM us to connect confidentially. Let’s redefine what’s possible for America’s small business owners — together.

A global, manufacturer is seeking a Director of Benefits to lead and evolve its total rewards offering across North America and beyond. This is a highly visible role partnering closely with senior leadership to design programs that are competitive, compliant, and aligned to business performance. This leader will own the strategy and execution of health, welfare, and retirement programs while shaping a global wellbeing approach that supports a diverse and distributed workforce. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and focused on building programs that scale. What You’ll Own • Lead the end-to-end design and execution of U.S. and Canada benefits programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and market competitiveness, • Partner with executive leadership on annual strategy, plan design, and cost management, including vendor selection and renewals, • Oversee all vendor relationships, holding partners accountable for performance, service delivery, and innovation, • Direct the annual open enrollment process, ensuring accuracy, communication effectiveness, and a strong employee experience, • Build and scale a global wellbeing strategy in partnership with regional stakeholders across North America, EMEA, and APAC, • Act as a trusted advisor to HR and leadership, translating complex regulations and trends into actionable insights, • Manage escalations and ensure a high standard of employee support and service delivery, • Partner cross-functionally with HRIS, Payroll, and HR Operations on systems, reporting, and process improvements, • Lead and develop a high-performing benefits team, driving execution across multiple concurrent initiatives, • Ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA), proactively monitoring legislative changes and impact, • Maintain and strengthen data privacy and HIPAA practices, including training and governance, • Conduct market benchmarking and analytics, using data to inform program enhancements and long-term strategy What You Bring • 10+ years of progressive experience in benefits strategy and administration, including team leadership, • Deep expertise across health & welfare, retirement, and global benefits frameworks, • Strong understanding of U.S. benefits regulations and compliance requirements, • Experience working in complex, multi-region environments with global stakeholders, • Proven ability to balance strategy and execution — equally comfortable in the details and at the leadership table, • Strong vendor management and negotiation experience, • Experience with HR systems (e.g., UKG, SuccessFactors or similar platforms), • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and educate across all levels of the organization, • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, • High level of discretion and judgment when handling sensitive information Why This Role • Opportunity to build and shape global programs, not just maintain them, • High visibility with leadership and direct impact on employee experience and retention, • A collaborative, people-first culture with strong momentum and growth, • A role for someone who wants to be both strategic and hands-on

Jr. Forensics & eDiscovery Specialist Chicago, IL 8+ months The team is seeking a Jr. Forensics & eDiscovery Specialist to join our growing practice. This is an entry-to-mid level position designed for a motivated professional with foundational experience in one or more of the following disciplines: digital forensics, eDiscovery, cybersecurity, legal operations, or information technology. This hire is being made to supplement team capacity as we rollout new tooling in our forensic and eDiscovery program, and the successful candidate will work alongside experienced senior examiners on active investigations, legal collections, and process improvement initiatives. You will be involved in the full lifecycle of forensic work & mdash; from intake and collection through analysis, reporting, and case closure & mdash; under the guidance of the Director of Digital Forensics & eDiscovery. This role is well-suited for someone who is precise, professionally curious, and comfortable operating at the intersection of technology and law. Prior hands-on experience with forensic or eDiscovery tooling is a strong advantage; a willingness to learn and grow in a structured, case-driven environment is essential. Hybrid Work Arrangement This position is based in Chicago, IL. The team operates on a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence 2 to 3 days per week at our Chicago headquarters. The nature of certain collections and investigations may occasionally require additional onsite availability on short notice. Candidates must be local to the Chicago Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Experience 1 to 3 years of professional or internship experience in one or more of the following areas: Digital forensics or incident response eDiscovery, legal operations, or litigation support Cybersecurity analysis or IT operations Paralegal or legal technology roles Law enforcement or government forensics (civilian or sworn) Exposure to or hands-on use of one or more forensic or eDiscovery tools is strongly preferred (FTK, Magnet AXIOM, Cellebrite, Exterro, Nuix, Relativity, or similar) Academic project work, capstone research, internships, or personal lab experience in digital forensics or cybersecurity will be considered Technical Skills Working familiarity with Windows and macOS operating systems, file systems (NTFS, APFS, FAT), and artifact locations relevant to forensic investigation Basic understanding of email architecture, Microsoft 365 platform components (Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams), and cloud data structures Exposure to forensic concepts including write-blocking, chain of custody, hash verification (MD5, SHA-256), forensic imaging, and evidence handling best practices Familiarity with eDiscovery concepts including ESI, legal holds, EDRM framework, proportionality, and custodian identification Comfort working within ticketing or case management systems; experience with Exterro Fusion is a plus but not required General proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook for documentation and communication

Blueair, as part of Unilever, is a rapidly growing global brand with consumer health at its core. We believe that no matter where you live, your lifestyle, or your specific health needs, air health is vital to your wellbeing. Over the last 30 years, Blueair has built a team of creative thinkers, health enthusiasts, and innovators who are passionate about our impactful products. We are seeking to add to our entrepreneurial and dynamic culture with an HR Lead, North America. Position Description: We're looking for an HR Lead to own the people & talent experience for Blueair North America (~50 people). Reporting directly to the Global Chief of Staff, you'll bring the strategic thinking of a seasoned HR leader while staying close to the day-to-day work that keeps our teams running. You'll serve as a credible thought-partner to our senior leaders on their organization design & team culture while also being in the weeds on operations, employee relations, recruiting, and compliance. This is a high visibility role that sits at the intersection of influence and execution. You'll build and refine the systems, processes, and programs that shape the employee experience from hire to retire while also developing the HR talent around you. If you thrive when no two days look the same, love solving both the tactical and the big-picture problems, and genuinely care about creating a great place to work, this role is for you. We believe that we’re better together. Our team is hybrid and requires applicants to live commuting distance from our Chicago Loop location and be in-office Tuesday-Thursday. At Blueair you’ll be part of a global team with creative minds collaborating from around the world. We work across time zones, so some flexibility in working hours is part of the adventure. It’s a chance to connect with passionate teammates worldwide, gain diverse perspectives, and help build a brand that resonates across cultures. What You’ll Do: Leadership & Strategy • Partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals for North America., • Oversee workforce planning, talent acquisition strategies, and succession planning, • Manage, coach, and develop HR team members to maximize performance and impact., • Serve as a trusted advisor to managers on organizational design, employee engagement, and talent development. HR Operations • Own our day-to-day HR operations, including management of our centralized HR inbox for employee requests, • Ensure HR processes and systems run smoothly and are consistently improved for efficiency and employee experience, • Oversee our benefits administration including sourcing & negotiation of contracts and working with our external partners for execution, • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws across all aspects of HR including our handbook, policies, posters, and any requested documentation from authorities, • Be the first interaction with North America employees to listen and provide guidance related to any issues, concerns, or complaints; consult with appropriate parties to investigate or resolve complaints as necessary, • Partner with global HR on company-wide initiatives, programs, and best practices Talent Acquisition & Onboarding • Oversee full-cycle recruitment across departments and levels for North America, • Support the People Operations Specialist in developing creative sourcing strategies and maintaining an exceptional candidate experience, • Work with legal partners on global mobility execution for internal Unilever transferees, • Ensure smooth onboarding processes that set new hires up for success Employee Engagement & Development • Champion company culture and engagement initiatives to strengthen employee satisfaction and retention, • Oversee performance management processes, including goal-setting, reviews, and development planning, • Identify and implement training and development programs that build skills and support career growth What You’ll Bring: Must Haves • 8–10+ years of progressive HR experience, including managing recruitment and generalist functions., • Previous experience overseeing HR operations in the US, • Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance requirements in North America, • Track record of building strong relationships with leaders, managers, and employees, • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, • Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution Preferred Qualifications • HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred, • Proven leadership skills with experience managing HR team members, • Previous experience overseeing HR operations in Canada Pay: The base salary pay range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000 per year. Blueair takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. Bonus: This position is bonus eligible. Benefits: Blueair employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401K with company match, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous additional perks and benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Blueair is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We are currently partnered with an innovative tech start-up that is looking for a Senior QA Engineer. This is a full-time, fully on-site position in Downtown Chicago (River North). Candidates must work on-site 5 days per week. About the Role We’re looking for a QA Engineer to take ownership of our testing processes and help ensure the reliability, performance, and quality of our software. As an integral part of our team, you’ll work closely with developers and product stakeholders to improve our testing strategy, automate workflows, and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with product stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into comprehensive test plans and test cases., • Design, execute, and automate tests to validate the functionality, performance, and reliability of software applications., • Identify, document, and track bugs in collaboration with the development team using tracking tools like Jira., • Perform regression testing to ensure new features or fixes do not negatively impact existing functionalities., • Develop and maintain automated test scripts to enhance testing efficiency and coverage., • Take the lead in shaping our QA strategy, introducing best practices, and refining testing methodologies., • Prepare and maintain detailed test reports, release notes, and documentation for internal teams and stakeholders. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience., • 2-4 years of experience in software quality assurance or testing., • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills., • Passion for technology and continuous learning., • Knowledge of programming languages used in testing and QA (e.g., Python)., • Must be able to work on-site at our Chicago office. We believe in close collaboration and hands-on teamwork. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies., • Understanding of manual and automated testing tools and practices., • Experience with test management and bug tracking tools like Jira, TestRail, etc.

About the Company At CRA | Admired Leadership, we specialize in Leadership Development and Strategic Communication, advising organizations and senior leaders on their toughest internal communication problems. This can include changes in leadership, policies, or organizational structure, employee engagement efforts, and crisis communication, among many other things. CRA | Admired Leadership seeks top talent looking for a challenging and rewarding career in strategic communication consulting. Day to Day Responsibilities: • Writing and editing. We work closely with our clients to craft messages that inform communication opportunities for their organization and often draft specific communications (e.g., organization-wide emails, Town Hall talking points) for executive leadership or projects., • Directing research and feedback initiatives to understand the current state and advise on next steps to help clients reach their goals., • Giving advice and counsel, either through coaching engagements or our work on larger projects., • Managing projects and building relationships. In our lean organization, we not only get the work done but also develop client networks and manage our projects every step of the way. We build relationships first and look for opportunities to partner with clients with whom we enjoy working., • Working alongside a range of different teams, often at the same time. A CRA Consultant is almost always managing multiple client engagements at the same time, ranging from working alongside teams and to working 1:1 with a particular leader as a coach and advisor., • Managing delivery of agreed services and resources for diverse client portfolios with minimal supervision, balancing priorities and maintaining quality standards independently., • Contributing to commercial and reputational success through relationship-building, thought leadership, and identifying new opportunities that create value for existing and potential clients. As a consultant, you will jump right into challenging consulting engagements, including the development of corporate strategy messaging, leadership transitions, and all manner of institutional change. You will receive mentorship in every element of your professional development. Qualifications: • A passion for communication and human behavior, • An appreciation of the importance and nuance of successful client and colleague relationships, • An extraordinary work ethic in pursuit of excellence, • Curiosity and enthusiasm for solving unique problems, often with little context, • Unshakable confidence, tempered by the humility that learning requires, • An eagerness to operate in an entrepreneurial culture, • Systems thinking ability to connect initiatives across projects, creating scalable solutions that are greater than the sum of their parts, • Self-directed work style with a proactive approach to identifying and delivering additional value to clients and team members, • Exceptional organizational skills with innovative approaches to project management, • Ability to produce high-quality deliverables efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Comfort with technology and willingness to incorporate AI tools to enhance productivity and client outcomes Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.

Assistant Project Manager Construction | Chicago, IL | Hybrid Flexibility A globally recognized Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their downtown Chicago office. This firm delivers complex, high profile projects across the United States and internationally, with a diverse portfolio including industrial, residential, commercial, education/public, mixed use, and hospitality developments valued up to $200M+. This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of large scale projects while working within a fully integrated AEC delivery model alongside architecture, engineering, and construction teams. The Opportunity • The Assistant Project Manager will support senior project leadership in the planning and execution of construction projects from preconstruction through completion. This role will assist with coordination across project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget., • You will gain exposure to complex projects across multiple sectors while developing your leadership and project management capabilities within a collaborative AEC environment. Key Responsibilities • Support the planning and execution of construction projects valued up to $200M+., • Assist in managing projects from preconstruction through project closeout., • Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, project engineers, and subcontractors to maintain project progress., • Work closely with internal architectural and engineering teams within the integrated AEC environment., • Assist with project financial tracking including budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and change management., • Help maintain project schedules, documentation, and reporting., • Support communication between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams., • Participate in project meetings and assist in tracking action items and deliverables., • Ensure project documentation complies with safety standards, contractual requirements, and company procedures. Qualifications • 2 to 6 years of construction project management experience., • Experience supporting commercial, mixed use, residential, industrial, hospitality, or institutional construction projects preferred., • Exposure to projects valued $10M to $100M+., • Strong organizational and coordination skills., • Ability to support project financials, schedules, and documentation., • Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities., • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred. Why Join • Globally respected Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm with an international project portfolio., • Opportunity to work on complex projects across multiple sectors., • Strong mentorship and career progression toward Project Manager and Senior Project Manager roles., • Collaborative environment working alongside architecture and engineering teams in an integrated delivery model., • Downtown Chicago office with a hybrid work schedule with 2 days work from home.