The Talent Acquisition Lead is accountable for leading the associate recruiting programs within the West Series of Lockton, while align with Lockton global TA strategies and initiatives.  This role meets the business demands and organizational talent needs while implementing innovative recruitment strategies to develop a robust and diverse talent pipeline.  Manage the West Series TA team while partnering with West executives and leaders to drive business results.

Position responsibilities
•    Develop and drive the associate talent acquisition strategy for the West Series.
•    Lead TA team for West Series while partnering with global TA function to align business and People and Culture strategies (Associate experience, DEI, Total Rewards, talent mobility, etc).
•    Partner with business/vertical leaders to lead vertical hiring strategy for aligned business units.
•    Proactively develop appropriate pipeline for growth verticals.
•    Lead and manage candidate experience from sourcing through onboarding.  
•    Drive DEI recruitment strategy to achieve results in hiring exceptional talent.
•    Collaborate with the COO, Practice Leads and Producer Recruiting Lead on business growth.
•    Implement resources for effective brand, social media, networking and communication strategies.
•    Implement, maintain and communicate relevant associate hiring metrics for leadership team.
•    Negotiate and manage 3rd party search firm agreements.
•    Make a positive contribution to customer satisfaction and constantly strive to improve service to the customer.
•    Protect the confidentiality of information learned by performing the duties of the position.
•    Comply with Lockton procedures and policies.
•    Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Position qualifications
•    Ten or more years’ experience in the recruiting industry.  Prior insurance or professional services industry experience preferred.
•    Bachelors degree in business, HR or related field or equivalent experience required.
•    Five or more years experience in strategic recruiting of talent.  Prior experience in an agency environment preferred.
•    Three or more years experience managing a team.  TA team leadership strongly preferred.
•    Must live and work within West Series geography with alignment to hybrid work schedule
•    Consistently demonstrated professional, tactful negotiation, and persuasion skills to achieve objectives.
•    Excellent organizational, communications, and negotiation skills.
•    Demonstrated ability to compile, analyze, and interpret financial information and data to facilitate decision-making.
•    Firm understanding of Human Resource policies and procedures and the ability to implement and escalate issues.
•    Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and advanced Excel knowledge.
•    Exemplary presentation skills and execution.
•    Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact with Associates of all levels of responsibility.
•    Strong personal presence to interface with top management of other businesses, representing Lockton in the highest professional manner.
•    Must be available for travel and willing to accept responsibility for recruitment in remote locations.
•    Legally able to work in the United States.

This position may be eligible for annual discretionary bonus consideration.

Lockton offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k plus match, life, salary continuation, long-term disability, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, legal benefit, identity theft protection, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and mental health benefits.

PLEASE NOTE- The salary range below is an estimate. The salary offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, experience, education, certifications, and skills.