Northwestern Mutual · 23 hours ago
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Greenwood Village, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expNorthwestern Mutual is a company focused on connecting outstanding talent with their dream careers. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead recruitment strategies, engage communities, and manage the recruitment lifecycle to attract and hire top talent.
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Hiring Manager
Maggie Brown
Responsibilities
Dive deep into resumes to unearth hidden gems, scheduling and conducting initial interviews that captivate and engage
Cultivate and sustain meaningful relationships with candidates, guiding them seamlessly through every step of the recruitment journey, with a focus on sourcing candidates suited for commission-based careers
Own the recruitment lifecycle, from screening top talents to conducting insightful interviews and administering cutting-edge screening tools
Develop a pipeline of potential stars by nurturing referral sources within the office, partnering with community advocates, and exploring diverse avenues
Champion community engagement by actively participating in clubs and organizations, amplifying the office and company brand
Lead captivating advertising and marketing initiatives, harnessing the power of social media, creating eye-catching flyers, and orchestrating impactful local events
Forge powerful connections with other Northwestern Mutual recruiters, sharing leads and best practices to consistently elevate our recruitment strategy
Provide critical weekly updates on recruitment activities to the leadership team
Master home office-supported software to maintain organized candidate databases and precise records, ensuring a smooth and efficient selection process
Play a pivotal role in coordinating leadership team meetings and preparing detailed activity and results reports
Analyze recruitment metrics to uncover inefficiencies, implementing innovative solutions that continually refine and enhance our selection process
Oversee contract and licensing responsibilities to maintain compliance and excellence
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of equivalent work experience is the foundation of your journey with us
3+ years of professional experience in sales, recruiting, or related fields
Experience in the financial services industry and sourcing candidates for commission-based careers is an added bonus
High relationship-orientation with a proven ability to work as a trusted team member, capable of engaging with individuals at all organizational levels
Expertise in prospecting and generating leads through both phone and face-to-face interactions is highly desirable
A deep understanding of sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and Handshake
A strong network of personal and professional advocates, complemented by active community involvement
Benefits
Bonus opportunity
PTO, Sabbatical, Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement Programs (for industry related designations & licensing courses)
Employee Matching Gifts Program
401k retirement plan
Group Health Insurance, Dental and Vision
Group Disability Insurance
Company
Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to millions with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, and investments.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Timothy Gerend
Chairman, President and CEO
Phil Odella
COO/CFO
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