Northwestern Mutual is hiring: Talent Acquisition Recruiter in Skokie

Northwestern Mutual - Greater Chicago

Skokie, IL

Talent Acquisition Recruiter

The Recruiter role is responsible for talent acquisition efforts of the Goris Financial Group of Northwestern Mutual. We have offices in the North Shore, West Loop, Vernon Hills, Elgin, Lombard, Aurora and soon to be Gurnee. The process of sourcing, recruiting and selecting full-time financial advisors is conducted and continuously improved by this individual. The Recruiter builds quality relationships to promote the Northwestern Mutual career opportunity, generate referrals and develop leaders. The Recruiter plays a key role in executing recruiting strategies for the firm. Creativity, exceptional communication skills and drive to achieve are critical in this position. This role reports directly to the Development Officer.

You're a fit if you are...

• Passion for sales, business development, and/or recruiting
• Able to utilize personal and professional connections to acquire prospective leads
• Grew up or currently live, and well connected in the North Shore community
• The best version of yourself in a highly collaborative and interdependent team setting
• Disciplined, ambitious and motivated by growth opportunities within the firm
• Thrive in a deadline driven environment where results are rewarded
• Resilient, responsible and resourceful
• Most energized by meeting new people and building strong relationships
• College-educated (bachelor's degree preferred)

What you'll be doing...

• Execute network office recruiting plan to reach production goals
• Leverage referral network within the firm to generate leads (advisors, management, staff)
• Develop qualified leads via personal network, office connections & beyond
• Promote the benefits of network growth and recruiting successes within the office
• Coordinate advertising & marketing strategies within the firm and community
• Master language regarding the advisor career and each step of the selection process
• Review resumes and schedule initial interviews
• Conduct pre-screen and initial interviews of all candidates entering the process
• Direct candidates through the multi-step selection process
• Participate in firm-wide leadership development workshops

What's in it for you?

We believe in building a team that loves what they do and creating a work environment that supports long-term career growth. Accordingly, we provide a rewarding compensation package which includes:

• A competitive base salary of $60,000-$85,000 commensurate to experience
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits offered
• Competitive PTO accrual and holiday pay
• High-impact and dynamic career path