Talent Acquisition Specialist II

Amtrust Financial Services, a fast-growing commercial insurance company, has an immediate need for a Talent Acquisition Specialist II. The successful candidate will provide proactive recruitment and support for our service offices in the US. The successful candidate will work to provide hands-on full life cycle recruitment for internal client groups with high volume recruitment needs. Source, assess, and recruit candidates for openings at all levels. Develop and implement innovative and cost effective recruiting strategies for positions. Work with other members of the recruiting team on corporate wide recruitment projects and initiatives.

• Full-cycle recruitment to include: job description development, job posting, sourcing, interviewing, reference checks and offer negotiation.
• Builds and maintains network of potential candidates through pro-active market research, sourcing and on-going relationship management.
• Works closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager and the team to develop recruiting strategies to identify top talent.
• Participates in special projects/recruiting initiatives including assessment of best practices in interviewing techniques, leveraging of internal sources of talent and identification of top performers for senior-level vacancies.
• Establishes strong partnerships with hiring teams to quickly assess business needs, determine candidate profile and launch a thorough hiring strategy.
• Interviews candidates within the framework of the position specification.
• Possess strong ability to screen, interview and prepare an ideal candidate slate within an appropriate and consistent timeline.
• Keeps current with market trends and demands.
• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 3 years full cycle recruiting experience in corporate or agency environment.
• Proficiency using ATS systems and meeting goals in a metric driven environment.
• Prior experience working in global information, insurance/financial services.
• Passionate about providing exceptional customer service to internal and external partners and clients.
• Proven aptitude to execute in a changing professional environment.
• Possess a wide range of experience on current corporate recruiting policies, practices, and industry trends.
• Strong knowledge of basic employment law, OFCCP guidelines and HR practices.
• Experienced in behavioral based interviewing, pre-employment testing, and other innovative selection methods.
• Ability to assess staffing needs and develop creative and effective recruiting strategies to meet those needs.
• Proven aptitude in assessing intangible aspects of candidates accurately (candidate's fit with the position and with the company culture).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work with all levels of management.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience working with a third-party administrator.

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.