Talent Acquisition Specialist | Contractor

Sedgwick; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contractor) to lead regional staffing efforts, building talent pipelines and leveraging AI and Workday ATS for efficient hiring. The role offers hybrid work with one in-office day per week and potential remote placement for select locations.

You will manage budgets, screen candidates, train managers, and measure regional hiring metrics, collaborating across teams to meet ambitious talent goals while upholding Sedgwick's values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred and licensing as applicable.
• Four (4) years of staffing experience; three (3) years in high-volume direct recruiting.
• Insurance industry recruiting experience preferred; familiarity with recruiting software.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staffing activities within a designated region and partners with management to meet regional objectives.
• Identify and cultivate sources for hiring through networking and referrals, internet mining, and candidate pipelines.
• Screen, interview, and test applicants; maintain applicant database with recruiting software.

Skills

Employment laws

E-recruiting

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

PHR or SPHR certification preferred

Tools

Workday ATS

AI recruiting

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Talent Acquisition Specialist | Contractor

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a global industry leader where you can bring your big ideas to help solve problems for some of the world’s best brands?

• This is a contractor role with intent to hire.
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path.
• Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service.

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE?

You are a proactive recruiter with four or more years of experience who excels at attracting top talent, building trusted partnerships, and delivering hiring results. You leverage AI, Workday ATS, and data-driven recruiting strategies to drive efficiency, strengthen talent pipelines, and create exceptional candidate experiences. If you are collaborative, innovative, and passionate about making an impact while living Sedgwick's values of empathy, accountability, collaboration, growth, and inclusion, we want to hear from you.

WORK LOCATION(S)

Hybrid 1 day per week in office | May be open to remote setting for select locations

Open to various Sedgwick locations*

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Oversees staffing activities within a designated region and partners with Operational management to implement timely, cost-effective initiatives aligned with regional and corporate objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies and cultivates sources for hiring experienced and entry level personnel through:
  • Networking and Colleague Referrals
  • Development and utilization of Internet Mining technology and capabilities
  • Development and maintenance of a competitor candidate information database
  • Development and initiation of a candidate relationship “pipeline management” strategy
  • Utilization of current and future staffing technology
• Manages Recruiting budget for region through cost-effective advertisement and third-party recruiters.
• Develops preferred supplier list of third-party recruiters; works with the National Director of staffing to negotiate discounted contract rates for staffing needs.
• Screens, interviews, and tests job applicants as required; maintains applicant database utilizing electronic recruiting software.
• Provides key staffing metrics for regional hiring; tracks regional colleague retention; and consults with regional management regarding issues affecting turnover.
• Trains and mentors hiring managers as well as Colleague Resource Generalists in the use of the electronic recruiting software; builds skill level of regional users by providing training on system updates and new user training.
• Promotes and assists Colleague Resources Managers in training hiring managers in the use of Behavioral Interviewing Techniques, as well as other candidate assessment tools and processes.
• Supports and provides training for the Colleague Resources Generalists in staffing techniques.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels as required.

Qualifications

Education & Licensing: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. PHR or SPHR Certification preferred.

Experience: Four (4) years of staffing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include three (3) years as a direct recruiter in a high volume, difficult-to-source industry. Insurance industry recruiting experience is preferred. Experience with recruiting software is preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of employment laws and practices
• Working knowledge of e-recruiting concepts and systems
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $30.00-$38.00/hr.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

• may vary depending on company needs.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.