Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

About Us:
EquiTrust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000 independent agents and independent marketing organizations (IMOs). Since 2003, we have provided exceptional customer service to our clients by operating with integrity and passion. Our efforts are supported by a dedicated workforce who execute their responsibilities through teamwork and an entrepreneurial spirit. EquiTrust sells products nationwide and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

How You'll Contribute:
As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for leading full-cycle recruiting efforts for both full-time and temporary positions across EquiTrust. This role will work closely with hiring managers, the Total Rewards team, and Human Resources partners to ensure the identification and hiring of top talent in alignment with EquiTrust’s values of Integrity, Leadership, Accountability, Teamwork, and Passion. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about creating inclusive and engaging candidate experiences and bring a combination of strategic recruiting skills, relationship-building expertise, and strong sourcing capabilities to the team.

Position Summary:
The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist leads the full cycle recruiting efforts for open positions at EquiTrust, including full-time and temporary positions.  The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist is expected to partner with hiring managers to identify key characteristics, experience, and qualities that are required from a position and to identify qualified candidates for the position.  The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist partners collaboratively across the Human Resources and Talent Acquisition team to design programs, systems, and processes that attract and identify top talent, create recruiting pipelines, identify new sources for talent, and foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

What You'll Do:

• Proactively builds strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Full cycle recruiting for full-time, temporary, and consultant resources including sourcing, candidate screening, presenting candidates to hiring managers, scheduling interviews, conducting qualification interviews, drafting offer letters, presenting offers to candidates, and successfully onboarding new hires.
• Consults with hiring managers to understand business needs and define candidate qualifications to determine sourcing needs, as well as consult on hiring decisions and compensation packages.
• Partners with Total Rewards to determine appropriate compensation offers and negotiates offers with candidates independently.
• Understands market positioning and branding to develop a compelling sales pitch to generate candidate interest.
• Partners with hiring managers to formulate job postings, setting expectations for the hiring timeline and onboarding of new hires.
• Works to meet the individual needs of hiring managers to ensure a seamless recruiting process for each and every position.
• Leverages various job posting boards and sites effectively to target specific candidate profiles and to identify a diverse candidate pool.
• Phone screens every candidate prior to submitting to the hiring manager with the goal of identifying candidates that will thrive in and drive EquiTrust’s Values of Integrity, Leadership, Accountability, Teamwork and Passion.
• Partners with outside recruiting firms, when required, to complete various searches. Proactively works to maintain good relationships with outside recruiting firms and to ensure a pipeline of strategic partnerships for talent acquisition needs.
• Prepares offer letters and assists in the onboarding and off-boarding process.
• Partners with other members of the Human Resources and Talent Acquisition team to create, roll-out and administer Human Resources and Talent Acquisition projects and initiatives.
• Mentors and trains junior staff members and participates in department planning.
• Supports Human Resources team and/or other departments on an as-needed basis.
• Willingly takes on additional responsibilities as requested in order to accomplish department and Company objectives.
• Actively participates and contributes to the goals and objectives of the Company by working collaboratively and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

What You'll Bring:
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition leading full-cycle recruiting for permanent and temporary positions required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with direct sourcing experience required.
• Prior experience sourcing utilizing LinkedIn, Indeed or other search platforms required.
• Prior experience with different sourcing tools, techniques and methodologies required.
• Life insurance and/or annuity industry experience is highly preferred.
• Prior experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, UKG Recruiter and/or Indeed preferred.
• Prior experience recruiting and supporting information technology (IT) roles is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers across various departments.

• Skilled in identifying top talent aligned with business needs and company culture.

• Able to work independently, manage multiple requisitions, and prioritize shifting hiring demands.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and consultative skills.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience configuring and navigating applicant tracking systems.

• Commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

Where You’ll Work:

• Location: West Des Moines, IA
• Expected Travel: Infrequent travel (less than 5% of the time).

Total Rewards:
In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary incentive bonus and access to a competitive benefits package including: 

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid time off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and more
• Paid Parental Leave for both Mothers and Fathers
• Hybrid/Remote Work Options
• Early Friday Closure

EquiTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Applicants have rights under federal and state employment laws. To learn more, visit EquiTrust Careers. 

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