HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

New Mexico Mutual Casualty Company - Albuquerque, NM

Full-time - Mid Level

Albuquerque, NM

Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles

About the position

The HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition at New Mexico Mutual Casualty Company is responsible for executing talent attraction strategies through effective sourcing and hiring of employees. This role involves managing the full cycle recruiting process, developing social media recruiting initiatives, and overseeing the annual performance management process. The specialist will work closely with hiring managers and business leaders to ensure recruitment goals are met while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for recruiting diverse talent.
• Manage the full cycle recruiting process to meet staffing goals.
• Oversee effective onboarding initiatives and new hire surveys.
• Manage the career pages of the company website.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to ensure job requirements are understood and candidates are assessed appropriately.
• Track key metrics to measure recruitment and retention.
• Follow up with hiring managers and candidates to ensure timely recruitment processes.
• Participate in staffing-related activities and cross-functional projects.
• Manage the Applicant Tracking System and related recruitment sites.
• Utilize various methods for recruiting and sourcing talent, including social media and job boards.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends to ensure compliance with recruitment guidelines.
• Coordinate the annual employee performance review process and maintain HR records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in talent acquisition with a strong understanding of recruiting at all levels.
• Experience using multiple resources and strategies for sourcing talent.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Clear understanding of the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle processes.
• Experience with creating and reporting metrics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships across business units.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Applicant Tracking Systems.