Talent Acquisition Specialist

Socket.dev; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Bank in Marshfield is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment, build diverse pipelines, and enhance the candidate experience.

You will partner with hiring managers, design interview strategies, and strengthen our employer brand while ensuring compliant, efficient hiring practices across all roles. This role emphasizes proactive sourcing and collaboration with HR teammates to welcome new colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3+ years of talent acquisition experience with proactive sourcing.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting from requisition through onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to define needs and interview strategies.
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies across channels.
• Build proactive talent pipelines and oversee internship program.
• Strengthen employer brand and provide a positive candidate experience.
• Collaborate with HR/OD to ensure smooth onboarding.
• Ensure compliance and recordkeeping in the applicant tracking system.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Candidate experience

Communication skills

Managing multiple tasks

Talent partnerships

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related

Job description

Forward Bank in Marshfield has an exciting opportunity for a Talent Acquisition Specialistto join our team of HR professionals. This position is instrumental in shaping how Forward attracts, hires and retains top talent by leading full-cycle recruitment, building diverse talent pipelines, serving as a key ambassador of the Forward brand, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruiting from requisition through onboarding, maintaining proactive communication and accountability through the process.
• Partner with hiring managers to determine talent needs, define success profiles, and create interview and selection strategies.
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies for all positions, leveraging job boards, social media, talent communities, professional and educational networks, and other recruiting channels.
• Build proactive talent pipelines for current and future needs, through recruiting and networking channels. Lead Forward's internship program by partnering with colleges and internal leaders to promote opportunities and attract emerging talent to fuel a strong talent pipeline.
• Strengthen Forward's employer brand and create exceptional candidate experiences, providing candidates with a positive, responsive, and professional experience throughout the hiring process.
• Collaborate with HR and Organizational Development team members to deliver a welcoming onboarding experience for new employees.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations while maintaining accurate recordkeeping within Applicant Tracking System.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Three or more years of talent acquisition experience, with demonstrated success moving beyond requisition fulfillment to proactive sourcing and talent partnership.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and current trends
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

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