HR Senior Specialist, Talent Acquisition & Mobility

Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 5 years of progressive HR experience, including 3 years as a Recruiter.
  • Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems and major Job Boards is essential.
  • Previous recruiting experience in Financial Services or a regulated industry is preferred.
  • Proven track record managing recruiting projects and events like open houses and job fairs.
  • Strong organizational skills with a focus on detail and results orientation.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact across all organizational levels.
  • Demonstrated capability in executing recruiting strategies and utilizing online recruiting tools.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee company-wide recruitment while aligning with both immediate and long-term goals.
  • Manage recruiting projects and collaborate with Talent Acquisition teams.
  • Lead hiring managers in defining recruitment needs and strategies.
  • Source candidates effectively using multiple channels, including social media.
  • Maintain a pipeline of talent through proactive networking and market research.
  • Conduct in-depth candidate interviews to match preferences with role requirements.
  • Ensure proper documentation and compliance with OFCCP guidelines in the recruitment process.

Benefits

  • Generous health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and additional retirement contributions.
  • Tuition reimbursement and commuter benefits offered.
  • 15 days of paid time off plus personal and sick days annually.
  • Two volunteer service days to encourage community engagement.
  • Support for family-related needs, including adoption assistance and parental leave.
Full Job Description
This position encompasses life-cycle recruiting for experienced professional and middle-management positions and project management related to the recruiting function. Stays current with recruiting best practices and evaluates relevancy to the vision/mission of the Company's recruitment strategy.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Position provides a company-wide perspective to the recruitment process while balancing long term goals with short and/or intermediate term needs.
  • Responsibilities include:
  • Manages projects under the supervision of the Associate Director, Talent Acquisition & Staffing or other members of the HR Management team including Career Fairs [Professional, MBA or Undergraduate], Sourcing Channels [Alumni, Employee Referrals, Military, Outplacement] and other Recruiting-related tasks [Employer Branding, Applicant Tracking System, etc.].
  • Directly involved with TA projects whether they lead or participate as a member.
  • Actively leads hiring managers through needs definition to hire.
  • Sources a slate of candidates partnering with HR Services Managers and line management to
  • plan/implement cost-effective sourcing strategies that identify and deliver top talent to the organization.
  • Builds a vibrant network to ensure a continuous pipeline of top talent through proactive market research and ongoing relationship management.
  • Proactively source, screen, interview and place qualified candidates through traditional, social media, and other creative methods.
  • Conducts in-depth interviews of potential candidates, demonstrating ability to anticipate hiring manager preferences which is measured through high offer-to-interview ratios.
  • Utilizes behavioral interviewing techniques to accurately screen and assess candidates.
  • Assists hiring managers with developing, delivering and assessing interview questions.
  • Ensures appropriate interview documentation is completed. Enters all required candidate, recruiting activity and reporting information into ATS while adhering to OFCCP guidelines and regulations.
  • Collaborates with other recruiters in the organization, sharing knowledge and resources.
  • Aggressively addresses job openings that have been posted longer than 45 days.
  • Action plans with HRSM and Hiring Manager to fill open positions.
  • Participates and/or leads HR related projects.
  • Demonstration of FINRA's values.
  • Collaboration, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA's mission of investor protection and market integrity.


Education/Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 5 years progressive Human Resources experience (with at least three years as a Recruiter) in a corporate environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Education towards an advanced degree and/or HR Certifications, such as PHR/CP/SPHR/SCP, is a plus.
• Highly experienced working with Applicant Tracking Systems and major Job Boards is required, as is experience conducting internet searches and networking/cold calling for passive candidates.
• Previous experience in the Financial Services industry (or other highly-regulated/highly-specialized industry), or with a Regulatory organization is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing recruiting projects (Campus Recruiting, Employee Referral programs, etc.) and events (Open Houses, Job Fairs, Conferences, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Must be extremely organized, detail and results-oriented, client-focused, and able to multi-task, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing client demands.
• Excellent communication (verbal, written & listening) skills and the ability to interact successfully with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to execute recruiting strategy, including: employer promotion in the marketplace, job postings/advertisements, client & candidate management, and interview process management.
• Outstanding phone interviewing skills with the ability to discern core competencies as they relate to the position requirements in order to evaluate and refer the best candidates to hiring managers.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team, with high energy level, professional integrity and demonstrated leadership.
• Strong technological skills, including use of online recruiting sources/searches and professional social media sites in recruiting.
• Ability to grasp industry and company challenges and translate into why they are important to our business.
• Working knowledge of key company and industry metrics. And strong knowledge of current industry trends.

Work Conditions:

Hybrid work environment, with defined in-person presence requirements.

For work that is performed in CO, FL, TX, IL, PA, MA, MD, VA, Washington, DC, NY and NJ, please refer to the chart below for the salary range for the corresponding location. FINRA complies with all state and local pay transparency laws and regulations requiring the disclosure of salary ranges for the position. In addition to location, actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's skill set, level of experience, education, and market considerations.

CO/FL/TX: Minimum Salary $83,900, Maximum Salary $150,300

IL/PA: Minimum Salary $92,400, Maximum Salary $165,300

MA/MD/VA/Washington, DC: Minimum Salary $96,600, Maximum Salary $172,800
NY/NJ: Minimum Salary $96,600, Maximum Salary $180,400

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To be considered for this position, please submit an application. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

The information provided above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work of the position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.

Please note: If the "Apply Now" button on a job board posting does not take you directly to the FINRA Careers site, enter www.finra.org/careers into your browser to reach our site directly.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Non-exempt employees are also eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, or local law. As part of its dedication to employee wellness, FINRA provides comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance. Additional insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal. FINRA offers immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match and eligibility for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and other benefits that support employee wellness, such as adoption assistance, backup family care, surrogacy benefits, employee assistance, and wellness programs.

Time Off and Paid Leave*

FINRA encourages its employees to focus on their health and wellness in many ways, including through a generous time-off program of 15 days of paid time off, 5 personal days and 9 sick days, unless otherwise required by law (all pro-rated in the first year). Additionally, we are proud to support our communities by providing two volunteer service days (based on full-time schedule). Other paid leave includes military leave, jury duty leave, bereavement leave, voting and election official leave for federal, state or local primary and general elections, care of a family member leave (available after 90 days of employment); and childbirth and parental leave (available after 90 days of employment). Full-time employees receive nine paid holidays.

*Based on full-time schedule

About Financial Industry Regulatory Authority

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Careers

Joining the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) presents a unique opportunity to become part of a dedicated team of professionals committed to fostering fair and honest financial markets. As the largest independent regulator for all securities firms doing business in the United States, FINRA is at the forefront of the financial industry, offering unparalleled job opportunities in a dynamic environment.

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For those starting their career, FINRA offers a range of internship and entry-level positions that provide a solid foundation in financial regulation. Interns and new employees work alongside industry experts and gain invaluable hands-on experience. These positions are crucial stepping stones for building a career filled with leadership opportunities and professional advancement.

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