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1mo ago

Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Specialist)

Northwestern Mutual Athens, GA

Athens, GA

1mo ago Closed

$45k - $70k/yr Full time Candidate Screening CRM Direct Hire

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 12, 2026).

Job Description

Northwestern Mutual invites applications for a Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Specialist) to join its onsite team in Athens, Georgia. The role centers on sourcing, screening, and onboarding candidates for financial planning and wealth management, with a clear path into leadership. Emphasis is placed on relationship-building and collaboration with office leadership.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage candidate pipelines through referrals, networking, and community engagement in the Athens area
Identify and attract top talent via digital sourcing, referrals, and professional networks
Conduct initial interviews and candidate screenings
Administer and interpret assessment tools as part of the selection process
Coordinate follow-up interviews and meetings with leadership
Represent Northwestern Mutual at Athens-area networking and community events
Deliver a structured, professional candidate experience from first contact through onboarding
Partner closely with office leadership to execute recruiting initiatives
Maintain accurate candidate records using recruiting and CRM software
Track and analyze recruiting metrics to improve hiring outcomes
Support new hires as they transition into their roles
Assist with recruitment reporting, leadership meetings, and strategic planning

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust quickly
Prior experience in recruiting, sales, staffing, HR, business development, or networking roles preferred
Well-connected in the Athens business or professional community
Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven
Comfortable working independently and in a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and recruiting/CRM tools

Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
CRM software

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tution reimbursement
Vision insurance

Career Growth & Advancement

With demonstrated success, there is a pathway to advance into Recruiting Leadership or Talent Acquisition Manager roles within the Athens office.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$45,000 - $70,000 per year

Work Location

Onsite, Athens, GA (in person)

Desired Competencies

Action-Oriented: Takes initiative and moves quickly on opportunities
Candidate-Centric: Prioritizes a positive, professional candidate experience
Results-Driven: Consistently meets or exceeds hiring goals
Relationship Builder: Skilled at developing strong professional connections
Strategic Prioritization: Focuses on high-impact recruiting activities
Strong Networker: Actively engages with Athens professional and community groups

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