Talent Acquisition Specialist

Northwestern Mutual has been helping families and businesses achieve financial security for over 165 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 than 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

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for the recruitment efforts of the Northwestern Mutual - Farmingdale Network Office. They will execute office recruiting plans, including sourcing, community engagement, 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

• Execute recruiting plan to reach activity & productivity goals .
• Source high quality candidates
• Manage candidate selection process as the main point of contact through each stage
• Master information and language regarding all aspects of the roles you source for 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.
• Conduct subsequent interviews as needed
• Maintain database of recruiting & selection activity in the ATS
• Report weekly and monthly activity to leadership team
• Develop qualified lead strategies
• Actively participate in community clubs and organizations to promote NM
• Develop and coordinate advertising & marketing strategies

Other Duties

• Provide support to leadership team for recruiting & selection efforts
• Be resourceful in problem solving throughout the recruitment process
• Travel to career fairs and COI appointments as needed
• Maintain effective candidate notes and ensure all reports are updated in a timely manner

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional work experience, preferably in sales, recruiting, or related field
• Experience in the financial services industry a plus
• Experience with prospecting; generating leads via phone or face-to-face interactions preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake)
• Strong network of personal/professional advocates or community involvement
• Bachelor's degree preferred