Talent Acquisition Specialist

Northwestern Mutual - Stamford is looking for an energetic, team-oriented, determined, and self-driven individual to join as a Talent Acquisition Specialist to be responsible for the recruitment efforts of the Stamford, Westport, and Fairfield Offices, including the process of sourcing, recruiting, and selecting candidates. The specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Recruiting:

• Executing the Stamford Network Office’s Recruiting Plan to reach activity and productivity goals.
• Build a referral source network within the Stamford Network Office, Westport District Office, and Fairfield District Office.
• Develop and execute qualified lead strategies from all sources – referrals, centers of influence, social media, internet, etc.
• Promote the benefits of Network Office growth and recruiting success within the office.
• Develop relationships with other NM Recruiters to share leads and best practices.
• Maintain a database of all recruiting and selection activity on a daily basis.
• Prepare activity/results reports as needed for leadership requests.

Selection:

• Master information and language regarding all aspects of the financial advising career opportunity and each step of the selection process.
• Review resumes and schedule initial interviews; Conduct pre-screen and initial interviews of all candidates entering the process.
• Administer selection profiles; conduct and coordinate subsequent interviews as needed.
• Direct all candidates through the selection process and effectively communicate with candidates and all those that are a part of the selection process.
• Manage the transition of candidates offered a contract into the Contract, Licensing, and Training process.
• Participate in Company training programs; stay current with Company products, technology, and processes.

Core Competencies:

• Entrepreneurial ambitions, action and results-driven, highly motivated, self-starter who possesses integrity, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly productive, and value-driven environment.
• Ability to network with acquaintances, colleagues, professional networks, and personal communities to develop markets and sustain long-term relationships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Works effectively with people at all levels and builds strong relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience.
• Located in NYC Metropolitan - Westchester County, NY - Fairfield County, CT area OR planning to move to these locations imminently.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States, without requiring, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
• 1-2 years of office experience preferred.
• Prior financial services experience not required
• Administrative support experience including scheduling, logistics, and computer skills.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, organizational skills, multitasking abilities, and time management skills.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and work effectively with people at all levels.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

About Northwestern Mutual:

Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for 167 years. Through a distinctive, whole-picture planning approach including both insurance and investments, we empower people to be financially confident. We combine the expertise of our financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and leading-edge technology to best serve our clients.

With $309 billion in assets, $31.1 billion in revenues, and more than $2 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more 4.75 million people who rely on us for life, disability income and long term care insurance, annuities, brokerage and advisory services, trust services, and discretionary portfolio management solutions. The company holds more than $200 billion of client assets as a part of its wealth management and investment services.

About Northwestern Mutual Stamford Network Office:

NM110 is one of Northwestern Mutual's most historic network offices and the home of 5 advisors ranking in the Top-10, 9 advisors ranking in the Top-20, and 13 advisors ranking in the Top-30 on 2025 Forbes Best-In-State (Connecticut) Financial Securities Professionals list.

Northwestern Mutual Awards and Accolades:

• FORTUNE® 500 Rank: No. 90
• Highest Financial Strength Ratings and Unsurpassed Financial Strength
• #1 Amongst Life Insurers Most Admired Companies for Financial Soundness, Quality of Products/Services, and Use of Corporate Assets
• 97% Client and Policy-owner Retention year after year
• Top-10 US Independent Broker Dealer
• Annually one of the “World’s Most Admired” companies (FORTUNE® Magazine)
• Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2018 – 2021)
• 15 consecutive years named "50 Best Companies to Sell For" (Selling Power Magazine)
• Top 125 Training Program (Training Magazine)