Talent Acquisition Specialist(Fully Remote)

Primary Purpose

Manage regional staffing activities and partner with operational leadership to implement timely, cost-effective talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Source talent through networking, referrals, internet mining, and competitor research.

• Build and maintain candidate pipelines and talent databases.

• Leverage current and emerging staffing technologies.

• Manage the regional recruiting budget, advertising spend, and third-party recruiter contracts.

• Develop a preferred vendor list and negotiate favorable rates with agencies.

• Screen, interview, and assess candidates; maintain records in Taleo Talent Management System.

• Track hiring metrics, analyze turnover, and consult with leadership on retention strategies.

• Train hiring managers and HR team members on Taleo system use and behavioral interviewing.

• Support Colleague Resources Managers with candidate assessment tools and training.

• Provide staffing guidance and mentorship to Colleague Resources Generalists.

• Ensure compliance with organizational quality programs and employment laws.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• PHR/SPHR certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years of recruiting experience, including 3 years in high-volume or hard-to-fill roles.

• Insurance industry experience preferred.

• Experience with Taleo or Virtual Edge ATS preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and recruiting best practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and e-recruiting platforms.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Capable of independent work and effective team collaboration.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and meet deadlines.

Work Environment

Mental Requirements:

• Strong analytical, decision-making, and multitasking capabilities.

• Ability to manage stress and shifting priorities.

Physical Requirements:

• Keyboarding and computer use.

• Travel as necessary.

Sensory Requirements:

• Ability to hear, speak, and see clearly for effective communication.