The Talent Acquisition Specialist at Marsh McLennan Agency is a strategic recruiter based in Boston, MA on site, partnering with business leaders to lead full cycle recruitment, shape talent acquisition strategies, and attract, engage, and retain top talent to support organizational growth.
Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end recruitment activities from intake meetings through sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding support.
- Collaborate with hiring managers and senior leadership to identify workforce needs and design effective recruitment strategies.
- Identify and engage both passive and active candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, professional networks, referrals, and additional sourcing channels.
- Assess candidates through interviews and evaluations to gauge qualifications, experience, and cultural alignment.
- Provide consultative guidance to hiring managers on market trends, compensation landscapes, candidate availability, and best hiring practices.
- Foster a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear communication and a streamlined recruitment process.
- Partner with HR and business leaders to craft competitive offers and enable successful hires.
- Monitor and analyze recruiting metrics to identify trends, optimize processes, and support data driven decisions.
- Support DEI initiatives through inclusive sourcing and selection practices.
- Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, company policies, and recruiting procedures.
- Contribute to employer branding, workforce planning, internship programs, and strategic talent initiatives.
Requirements
- 5+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in professional services, insurance, consulting, or financial services.
- Prior experience at a recruiting or staffing agency, executive search firm, or talent solutions provider with a track record of sourcing and placing professional level talent.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for effectively engaging candidates, hiring managers, and senior leaders.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities to prioritize competing demands and handle multiple requisitions concurrently.
- Proven success in a fast paced, deadline driven environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated multitasking skills with adaptability to shifting priorities and hiring needs.
- Self motivated, results oriented, able to work independently and own recruiting initiatives.
- Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships and partners across HR and business functions.
- Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems, preferably Workday or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with recruiting metrics, reporting, and talent analytics.
- Demonstrates a shared commitment to company values including Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Innovation, and Accountability.
Technologies
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Workday
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- 401(k) match after one year
- Contribute toward student loan debt
- Generous paid time off including vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, volunteer day, and learning and development days
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities
Our Not-So-Secret Sauce
Marsh McLennan Agency maintains an award winning, inclusive Top Workplace culture that arises from the dedication of outstanding people. More than 15,000 industry professionals contribute to meaningful work and daily impact. Learn more about what sets MMA apart and how you can thrive as a Consultant within the organization.
Marsh McLennan Agency provides business insurance, employee health and benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With more than 300 offices across North America, MMA combines the local, personalized service of a nearby adviser with the global resources of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MRSH).
A Day in the Life
The Talent Acquisition Consultant partners strategically with business leaders across Marsh McLennan Agency to lead end to end recruitment for roles spanning Employee Health and Benefits, Retirement Services, Business Insurance, Finance, Operations, and Corporate functions. The role entails developing and executing talent acquisition strategies that attract, engage, and retain top talent while supporting growth objectives.
