Talent Acquisition Specialist - Hybrid

Old Republic Commercial Risk; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Republic Commercial Risk is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full life-cycle recruiting for the corporate office and regional needs. You will source, screen and interview candidates across insurance-related roles, advise management on compliance and compensation, and build strong pipelines.

Based in Blue Bell, PA, this role requires 2-3 days per week on site, collaboration with HR and management, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• Three (3) or more years of full life-cycle recruitment experience in a corporate setting.
• Experience using sourcing tools and databases; LinkedIn Recruiter preferred.
• SHRM-CP/PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking and HRIS systems; proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy.
• Source, screen and interview candidates for insurance-related positions.
• Conduct pre-employment assessments and screenings; advise management on compliance.
• Determine appropriate compensation using corporate guidelines; manage offers and onboarding.
• Develop pipelines through research, networking and screening.
• Establish relationships with colleges, universities and professional associations.
• Provide sourcing support to team members and coaching to management.
• Collaborate with management to understand staffing models and growth projections.
• Promote Employee Referral Program and assist with temporary staffing needs.
• Assist in non-recruitment HR topics as needed; regular presence in Blue Bell, PA.

Skills

Full life-cycle recruiting

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

Negotiation

HR compliance

Stakeholder management

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

PHR/SPHR certification preferred

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS/HRIS

Job description

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full life-cycle recruiting and consulting for Old Republic Commercial Risk's corporate office and assigned region. The position is responsible for providing support, assistance and information as requested.

• Implement and administer a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that is focused on quality, response time and cost effectiveness.
• Source, screen and interview candidates for a variety of insurance related positions including: claims, customer service, risk control, sales, underwriting; as well as corporate functions.
• Conduct pre-employment assessments and screenings in compliance with established policies and standards. Act as advisor to management regarding legal compliance and resolution of all recruitment selection issues and concerns.
• Determine appropriate compensation using corporate guidelines.
• Manage salary negotiations, the offer process and on-boarding process for all candidates.
• Develop active and passive candidate pipelines through research, networking and screening.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with colleges/universities, local and regional community organizations, professional associations and industry contacts to identify potential candidates.
• Provide sourcing support to other talent acquisition team members as needed.
• Provide coaching to management in the areas of recruitment and hiring to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Work with management to review, analyze and clarify job specifications, competencies/skills required and to gain an understanding of business operations in order to maximize recruitment efforts.
• Meet regularly with management to understand staffing model and growth projections for the department, office and/or region.
• Partner with management to identify internal career paths to improve employee satisfaction and increase retention.
• Promote and make recommendations on the organization's Employee Referral Program.
• Assist in coordinating temporary staffing needs.
• Serve as a resource to management and staff on non-recruitment topics, such as benefits, employee relations and organizational development. Refer management to appropriate HR staff based upon their needs.
• This position will require regular presence in our Blue Bell, PA location.
• Demonstrate commitment to Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and apply knowledge of compliance policies and procedures, standards and laws applicable to job responsibilities in the performance of work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• Three (3) or more years of full life-cycle recruitment experience in a corporate setting required, insurance industry experience preferred.
• Experience managing searches of varying complexity.
• Experience using various sourcing tools and databases. Experience using Linked In Corporate Recruiter is preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (PHR) or Senior Professional (SPHR) preferred.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking and HRIS systems, as well as Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to execute a successful sourcing strategy and maintain strong professional network as a recruiter.
• Strong interview and selection skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of compensation practices for the purposes of formulating, communicating and negotiating offers.
• Strong consultative skills including ability to persuade and negotiate.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple hiring needs simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with candidates, internal clients and business partners.
• Excellent listening, writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws/regulations pertaining to employment.
• Knowledge of other HR related functions including benefits, compensation, employee relations and organizational development preferred.
• Ability to come to the Blue Bell office 2-3 days / week.
• Ability to travel when needed.