Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and sourcing qualified talent using a variety of different sources. Building and maintaining relationships with hiring leaders will be key to success in this role.

We’ve embraced a flexible, hybrid approach to work. Based on your role and personal preference, we empower you to choose where you work best. This model allows you to balance your life and bring your whole self to work.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with hiring managers to determine recruitment specifics and develop a hiring strategy for each position
• Identify, attract and source talent using different niche sites/channels such as LinkedIn and other sources.
• Manage job postings on career website as well as other relevant posting websites
• Manage all aspects of the recruitment process including pre-screening, scheduling, offers, background check, all the way through to onboarding.
• Update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Workday, coordinate background verifications aligned with company processes and manage all follow-up communications
• Provide regular updates and insights to hiring managers, ensuring alignment on candidate progress and market conditions
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Talent Develop teams to drive internal mobility and other key initiatives
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified talent, focusing on both active and passive candidates, utilizing innovative sourcing methods like networking events, talent communities, and employee referrals.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process, actively seeking feedback from candidates to improve the recruitment journey and nurture long-term relationships.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of employer branding and the ability to represent the company in a compelling way to prospective candidates.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in diversity and inclusion recruitment strategies.
• Experience with using recruitment marketing platforms and tools to enhance talent engagement.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in utilizing analytics for recruitment reporting and decision-making.

• Ability to build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with hiring leaders and candidates, providing consultative advice and recruitment expertise to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing recruitment needs, including adjusting sourcing strategies and processes to address evolving talent requirements and market dynamics.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree is Preferred

Experience

• 3-5 Years end to recruiting experience with a focus on recruiting in the financial services industry is Required
• Certifications such as AIRS, LinkedIn Recruiter, or other recruitment/talent acquisition certifications are Preferred.
• Hands-on experience specifically managing recruitment processes through Workday or a comparable Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is Preferred

Base Salary Range - $60,000 - $87,000

For over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.pennmutual.com.

Penn Mutual is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law.