Talent Acquisition Specialist

Northwestern Mutual; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual, Park Avenue Network Office, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead recruitment efforts. You will execute recruiting plans, source high quality candidates, and manage the full selection process from initial contact to offer.

The role emphasizes interpersonal savvy, clear communication, and drive for results, with community engagement and advertising coordination as key activities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional work experience 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.

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.

Skills

Sourcing platforms

Candidate screening

Interview coordination

Networking/Community engagement

ATS proficiency

Job description

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 - Park Avenue 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