Kerkering Barberio · 2 weeks ago
People & Talent Specialist
Sarasota, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expKerkering Barberio is a firm seeking a People & Talent Specialist to support their growth by managing full-cycle recruitment and coordinating onboarding and People Operations processes. The role focuses on enhancing candidate and employee experiences while contributing to culture and engagement initiatives.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesRetirement
Responsibilities
Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions across the Firm, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate management, and offer coordination
Develop and implement sourcing strategies to identify and attract qualified, diverse talent
Build and maintain talent pipelines using social media, job boards, networking events, professional associations, and campus relationships
Coordinate and execute the Firm’s Internship & Summer Leadership programs, including scheduling, candidate communication, events, evaluations, and wrap-up activities
Serve as primary candidate contact to ensure an exceptional hiring experience
Partner with the Director of People Operations and Team Leaders to understand hiring needs and support workforce planning
Manage relationships with external recruiters
Represent the Firm at campus recruiting events, job fairs, and networking opportunities
Coordinate new hire preboarding, communication, and preparation with L&D, IT, Facilities, and Payroll
Schedule orientation, build first-week schedules, and support the transition between recruiting, onboarding, and L&D
Complete onboarding compliance tasks, including background checks, I-9 verification, and drug screens
Collect, track, and audit new hire documentation to support HRIS accuracy and compliance
Prepare new hire materials, announcements, and onboarding workflows
Partner with L&D to support logistics for technical onboarding and early career programs
Provide administrative support for HRIS updates, employee files, and personnel changes
Support People Operations projects such as process improvements, policy updates, employee engagement initiatives, and internal communications
Compile recruiting and onboarding metrics, maintaining accuracy in hiring and People Operations reporting
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to streamline People Operations processes and elevate the employee experience
Develop an understanding of and adhere to Firm policies and procedures including (as appropriate) the Firm’s Quality Control document
Pursue ongoing training and advancement of skills in recruitment, HR compliance, People Operations, technology, HRIS, and communication
Maintain a high level of knowledge about the Firm’s services, structure, and strategic goals
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
3+ years of human resources and talent acquisition
Strong understanding of recruiting best practices, behavioral interviewing, and candidate selection
The ability to exercise the utmost discretion regarding the confidential information inherent to the position
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, compliance requirements, and EEOC guidelines
Exceptional organization, time management, and follow-through with an ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Customer service mindset with the ability to build rapport with candidates, employees, and leaders
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an ability to learn HRIS, ATS, and LMS systems
Demonstrated emotional intelligence and sound judgment in handling sensitive information
Regular local travel for recruiting and networking events
Overtime may occur during peak recruiting periods
Preferred
PHR or SHRM-CP
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Company
Kerkering Barberio
You need an accounting professional with the benefits of a reputable and resourceful firm.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tracy O'Neill SHRM-SCP SPHR
Chief Administrative Officer
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