The Talent Acquisition Recruiter is responsible to identify, attract, and hire qualified candidates to meet the company's hiring needs.
The role is responsible for developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to source and hire candidates, including creating job postings and sourcing plans, conducting candidate screening and interviewing, and making hiring recommendations to leaders.
The role is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with potential candidates and external recruiting sources, such as job boards, industry events, and social media platforms, and working closely with hiring managers and other stakeholders to understand the company's hiring needs and ensure that all positions are filled with qualified candidates who meet the company's requirements.
Works with recruiting team members and hiring managers to identify talent requirements, personnel needs, job specifications, job duties, qualifications, and skills required to fill vacant positions.
Assists with thorough prescreening of candidates against requirements of the search and makes recommendations to hiring managers.
Initiates contact with candidates and conducts basic telephone and / or personal interviews to screen and assess candidates on required qualifications, and cultural fit and refers them for additional interviews.
Assists with managing the recruitment strategy and process for assigned areas, using strategic recruitment and selection initiatives to build a prospect network.
Analyzes recruiting metrics and strategies, to recommend changes as appropriate, to create a more streamlined and efficient hiring process.
Participates in employer branding efforts to promote the insurance company as an employer of choice and attract top talent and ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations, throughout the recruitment process.
Utilizes various channels such as job boards, social media, networking, and referrals to source and attract top talent for open positions within the insurance company.
Develops and maintains relationships with hiring managers and other stakeholders to understand their recruitment needs, provide guidance on talent acquisition strategies, and ensure alignment with the company's recruitment goals and objectives.
Represents the insurance company as an employer of choice by promoting its brand and values to potential candidates and implementing recruitment marketing strategies to attract and engage candidates, including job postings, social media campaigns, and employer branding initiatives.
Facilitates the onboarding process for new hires, including coordinating new hire paperwork, conducting orientation sessions, and providing support during the onboarding period to ensure a smooth transition into the company.
1+ years of professional work experience, preferably in Talent Acquisition or a related field. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and / or commensurate experience.
Founded in 1848, Westfield is a global leader in property and casualty insurance, delivering superior risk insights and innovative solutions to customers through a diverse portfolio of insurance products.
Westfield underwrites commercial, personal, surety, and specialty lines of coverage through a network of leading independent agents and brokers in the United States and specialty products through Lloyd's of London Syndicate 1200.
As a mutual insurance company with more than 3,000 employees, Westfield has revenues in excess of $4 billion and more than $10 billion in assets.
Westfield celebrates diversity and is committed to inclusion. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.