What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Recruiter position at Northwestern Mutual?
Talent Acquisition: Full-time, may also consider part-time
With direction from office leadership, this role is responsible for district recruitment efforts. This role will execute office recruiting plans, including sourcing, networking, and
process engagement, to reach office contract goals. Critical competencies in this position include:
interpersonal savvy, priority setting, strong verbal and written communication skills, and drive for results.
Primary Responsibilities:
~Sourcing & Selection
~Review resumes and schedule initial interviews
~Own relationship and communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process
~Process ownership to include but not limited to screening candidates, conducting first interviews, administering screening tools, and guiding candidates throughout the process
~Build and develop effective referral sources within the office, with community advocates, and from a variety of other sources that generate qualified leads
~Actively participate in community clubs and organizations to promote the office and company brand
~Coordinate advertising and marketing strategies including social media, flyers, local events, etc.
~Develop relationships with other Northwestern Mutual recruiters to share leads and best practices
~Accountability, Tracking, and Analysis Report weekly recruiting activity to leadership team
~Develop proficiency and use of home office-supported software to maintain candidate databases and accurate records of prospects to ensure efficiency of the selection process
~Assist in the coordination of leadership team meetings and the preparation of activity/results reports
~Analyze recruiting ratios to identify inefficiencies in selection process; establish and implement
improvements
~Networking throughout our communities
~Contributor to our positive culture
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree ideal
3 years of professional work experience, preferably in sales, recruiting, or related field
Experience in the financial services industry a plus
Demonstrated ability to work professionally as a team member and with all levels of people
Experience with prospecting; generating leads via phone or face-to-face interactions preferred; online sourcing as well
Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing platforms (LinkedIn, really, Handshake)
Strong network of personal/professional advocates or community involvement
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- External recruiting: 1 year (Required)
- Recruiting: 1 year (Required)
- Sales: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Rapid City, SD 57701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person