Chicago is a major economic center with strong demand across finance, logistics, tech, and healthcare. Companies such as United Airlines, Boeing, McDonald’s, and Stripe have deep roots in the city. Jobs in Chicago benefit from a lower cost of living than coastal hubs while still offering access to world-class employers.
1,829 jobs in Chicago
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Paralegal (Commercial Real Estate)Location: ChicagoSalary/Payrate: $110K - $120K + Excellent Benefits!Work Environment: Hybrid - onsite 10 days monthTerm: Full-time / PermanentBachelor's degree required: Bachelors or Paralegal CertificateReferral Fee: AMS will pay $1000 should the person you refer gets hir...
Job Description Job Description Associate Attorney - Patent Prosecution (Chemistry) Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Washington, DC, Houston, Minneapolis, Newport Beach, New York, Redwood City, San Diego, WilmingtonDirect Counsel is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate (Chemistry) to join a leading Am Law intellectual property...
Job Description Job Description Patent Agent / Technical Specialist Locations: Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Fort Worth, Houston, New York, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Antonio, San Francisco, Tysons, Washington, D.C.Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 2+ years of patent prosecution experienc...
Job Description Job Description Direct Counsel is partnered with an AmLaw 100 firm seeking mid-level patent agents to join their Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group. This position is open to all offices with emphasis on Atlanta, Denver, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, Washington, DC, Houston, Kansas City...
Job Description Job Description Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech)Locations: Boston, MA Chicago, IL Washington, DC New York, NY Reston, VA Job Description: Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Advisor to join a leading intellectual property law firm with a strong focus on medtech innovations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical,...
Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney Japanese Language Skills + Electrical Engineering / Computer
NewPosted 20 Oct 2026Direct CounselJob Description Job Description Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney - Japanese Language Skills + Electrical Engineering / Computer ScienceLocations: Atlanta, GA Austin, TX Boston, MA Chicago, IL Dallas, TX Houston, TX Minneapolis, MN New York, NY Orange County, CA San Diego, CA Silicon Valley, CA Washington, DC Wilmington, DEDirect Counsel is see...
Intellectual Property Patent Litigation Associate Attorney (Life Sciences)
NewPosted 20 Oct 2026Direct CounselJob Description Job Description Intellectual Property Patent Litigation Associate Attorney (Life Sciences) Direct Counsel is seeking an Intellectual Property Patent Litigation Associate Attorney (Life Sciences) to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Houston, Irvine (Orange County), Los Angeles, Miami, New York City...
Job Description Job Description Patent Agent (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering)Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm. This position is available in Charlotte, North Carolina; Raleigh, North Carolina; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; San Francisco, Cali...
Job Description Job Description Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Patent Prosecution Attorney to join a growing Intellectual Property practice. This opportunity is ideal for a senior associate, counsel, or junior partner with a strong scientific background and significant experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the chemica...
Job Description Job Description General Counsel Job Type: ContractorLocation: RemoteJob Overview We are seeking experienced in-house General Counsels for a part-time opportunity supporting an innovative legal AI project. The role is ideal for attorneys with strong experience in technology transactions, contract drafting, review, negotiation, and re...
Jobs in Chicago center on finance, manufacturing, food processing, and a rapidly growing tech sector. Boeing, United Airlines, Abbott Laboratories, JPMorgan Chase, and Northwestern Medicine are major employers. Salaries are competitive nationally while the cost of living sits well below New York or San Francisco, making it an attractive market for professionals. The CTA "L" train and Metra commuter rail form one of the country's best public transit networks. Key employment districts include the Loop, River North, Fulton Market, and the growing West Loop tech hub. Chicago is also a major logistics center thanks to O'Hare Airport and its central rail connections.
Chicago Jobs by Type
Full Time Jobs in Chicago
Browse 1,808 full time vacancies in Chicago, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.
Part Time Jobs in Chicago
Browse 21 part time vacancies in Chicago, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.
Permanent Jobs in Chicago
Browse 1,829 permanent vacancies in Chicago, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.
Top Sectors Hiring in Chicago
Management Jobs in Chicago
Search the latest 482 management opportunities in Chicago, from established local employers and national brands hiring in the area.
Legal Jobs in Chicago
There are 247 legal jobs in Chicago on the board today. Employers in this sector frequently recruit for both permanent and contract roles.
Travel Jobs in Chicago
Travel continues to be one of the larger employers in Chicago, with 197 active vacancies. Roles span entry-level through to senior and specialist positions.
Healthcare Jobs in Chicago
There are 192 healthcare jobs in Chicago on the board today. Employers in this sector frequently recruit for both permanent and contract roles.
Administration Jobs in Chicago
There are 137 administration jobs in Chicago on the board today. Employers in this sector frequently recruit for both permanent and contract roles.
Chicago Jobs by Salary
Jobs in Chicago at least $75,000
There are 515 positions in Chicago paying at least $75,000. Use the salary filter to refine further or open each role for full details.
Jobs in Chicago at least $50,000
642 of the jobs in Chicago pay at least $50,000. These tend to be the more senior or specialist roles requiring relevant experience or qualifications.
Jobs in Chicago at least $40,000
662 of the jobs in Chicago pay at least $40,000. These tend to be the more senior or specialist roles requiring relevant experience or qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of jobs are available in Chicago?
There are 1,829 jobs in Chicago, with top sectors including Management, Legal, Travel.
Are there full-time and part-time jobs in Chicago?
What salary can I expect for jobs in Chicago?
Of the 1,829 jobs in Chicago, 515 pay at least $75,000 and 642 pay at least $50,000.
How often are new jobs in Chicago posted?
1,481 jobs in Chicago were posted in the last 7 days.