Talent Acquisition Manager

BERKLEY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance industry is seeking a Talent Acquisition Leader to manage recruitment strategies across the U.S. and Europe. This role involves leading a team, improving processes, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in recruiting, especially within the Property & Casualty insurance sector, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of executive-level full lifecycle recruiting experience.
• 5+ years of recruiting experience in the Property & Casualty insurance industry.
• 5+ years managing a Talent Acquisition team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Talent Acquisition Team for the U.S. and Europe.
• Set recruitment strategies and oversee their implementation.
• Track and report recruitment metrics for process improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Time Management

Tools

iCIMS

Workday

LinkedIn

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Details

Our Company provides a state of predictability which allows brokers and agents to act with confidence. Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States. Along the way, we’ve been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, become a Fortune 500 company, joined the S&P 500, and seen our gross written premiums exceed $10 billion.

Today, the Berkley brand comprises more than 60+ businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess. Led by our Executive Chairman, founder, and largest shareholder, William R. Berkley, and our President and CEO, W. Robert Berkley, Jr., W. R. Berkley Corporation is well-positioned for future growth.

The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Talent Acquisition Leader reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and provides leadership, support, advocacy, and vision to the Talent Acquisition strategy and execution across the organization. S/he manages the TA Team in the United States and Europe and offers consultative advice to HR Business Partners regarding Talent Acquisition in Canada, Latin America, and AMEA as needed. S/he also provides hands-on recruitment support for specific Operating Units or Departments, focusing on Executive roles. Key functions include:

• Managing the Talent Acquisition Team for the U.S. and Europe, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, and developing team members.
• Setting recruitment strategies and overseeing their implementation to achieve positive outcomes.
• Tracking and reporting recruitment metrics, identifying areas for process improvement, innovation, and efficiency.
• Investigating labor and employment market conditions and sharing insights appropriately.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop, implement, and share best practices.
• Managing external vendor relationships, including selection, monitoring productivity, approving invoices, and terminating relationships when necessary.

Qualifications

You are an upbeat, self-motivated, organized leader capable of multitasking. You remain calm under pressure, proactively seeking resolutions that benefit your team, W. R. Berkley Corporation, and its operating units.

You possess a thorough understanding of recruiting methods, HR practices, and relevant employment laws, staying current with applicable regulations.

You also possess:

• 10+ years of professional and executive-level full lifecycle recruiting experience, ideally on both corporate and agency sides.
• 5+ years of recruiting experience in the Property & Casualty insurance industry, preferably on the carrier side.
• 5+ years managing and leading a Talent Acquisition team through various business cycles.
• Experience recruiting within large, complex organizations across multiple units and levels.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (iCIMS), HRIS systems (e.g., Workday), and sourcing tools like LinkedIn.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a decentralized, cross-functional environment.
• Capability to work efficiently in fast-paced, stressful settings, managing multiple projects under deadlines.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Decision-making skills considering diverse perspectives.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Advanced technical skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and AI tools.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% as required.

Additional Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies or firms.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not offered for this role.