Talent Acquisition Specialist

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.
• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• Two (2) 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.