Responsibilities

• Sourcing and Branding
• Develop and maintain strong referral networks within the office and community to generate qualified candidate leads.
• Actively participate in community organizations, professional associations, and networking events to promote the Northwestern Mutual brand and attract prospective candidates.
• Build and manage internal and external relationships that support candidate pipeline growth.
• Provide sourcing and recruiting support to advisors for role-specific talent needs.
• Coordinate and collaborate on recruitment marketing strategies with Talent Team.
• Selection
• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process, including but not limited to candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, administering screening tools, and guiding candidates through the process.
• Maintain integrity and consistency of the process; communicate with candidates at each step.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Financial Representative career path and value proposition.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; or 5+ years of equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, sales, business development, or a related field.
• Experience within the financial services or related industry is desired.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence stakeholders.
• Proven experience prospecting and generating leads through phone outreach, networking, referrals, and face-to-face interactions.
• Demonstrated proficiency with sourcing platforms and recruiting tools, including LinkedIn, Indeed, and similar resources.
• Strong network of personal/professional advocates or community involvement.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative, accountability, and achievement orientation.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance