By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract/Contract to Hire) **PRIMARY PURPOSE** : To manage staffing activities associated within a designated region; and to partner with Operational management to formulate and execute timely, cost-effective staffing initiatives supporting the regional as well as corporate business objectives. To drive sourcing efforts for business unit. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Identifies and cultivates sources for hiring experienced and entry level personnel through: + Networking and Colleague Referrals, + Development and utilization of Internet Mining technology and capabilities, + Development and maintenance of a competitor candidate information database, + Development and initiation of a candidate relationship “pipeline management” strategy, + Utilization of current and future staffing technology. + Manages Recruiting budget for region through cost-effective advertisement and third-party recruiters. + Develops preferred supplier list of third-party recruiters; works with the National Director of staffing to negotiate discounted contract rates for staffing needs. + Screens, interviews, and tests job applicants as required; maintains applicant database utilizing electronic recruiting software. + Provides key staffing metrics for regional hiring; tracks regional colleague retention; and consults with regional management regarding issues affecting turnover. + Trains and mentors hiring managers as well as Colleague Resource Generalists in the use of the electronic recruiting software; builds skill level of regional users by providing training on system updates and new user training. + Promotes and assists Colleague Resources Managers in training hiring managers in the use of Behavioral Interviewing Techniques, as well as other candidate assessment tools and processes. + Supports and provides training for the Colleague Resources Generalists in staffing techniques. + Support sourcing efforts, building a talent pipeline for appropriate business unit **ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Performs other duties as assigned. + Travels as required. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education & Licensing** Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. PHR or SPHR Certification preferred. **Experience** Four (4) years of staffing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include three (3) years as a direct recruiter in a high volume, difficult-to-source industry. Insurance industry recruiting experience is preferred. Experience with recruiting software is preferred. **Skills & Knowledge** + Knowledge of employment laws and practices + Working knowledge of e-recruiting concepts and systems + Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills + PC literate, including Microsoft Office products + Strong organizational skills + Excellent negotiation skills + Excellent interpersonal skills + Ability to work independently + Ability to work in a team environment + Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies **WORK ENVIRONMENT** When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. **Mental:** Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines **Physical:** Computer keyboarding, travel as required **Auditory/Visual:** Hearing, vision and talking The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. **This position has dual responsibility pivoting between recruitment/requisition management and sourcing** *****1 day in office per week expectation***** Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. **If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.** **Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**