About this opportunity
Northwestern Mutual lists this Sales Recruiter opportunity in melville, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are looking for a driven and relationship-focused Recruiter to play a key role in the growth of our organization in Melville, NY. In this position, you’ll identify, attract, and onboard top talent for our expanding team of financial professionals. Leveraging your expertise in sales, business development, or recruitment, you will lead efforts to source and engage high-performing individuals who align with our company’s values and objectives. You will build meaningful connections both inside and outside the organization, promoting career opportunities and guiding candidates through a structured and thoughtful selection process to help build a high-performing sales team.
Essential duties:
Recruitment & Selection
Build and develop candidate pipelines through referrals, networking, and community involvement
Conduct initial interviews, administer assessment tools, and facilitate follow-up meetings
Maintain consistent and professional communication with candidates throughout the process
Represent the career opportunity at networking and community events
Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through a structured selection process
Accountability & Collaboration
Partner closely with leadership to drive growth through recruitment initiatives
Utilize software tools to maintain candidate databases and track recruiting activity
Analyze recruiting metrics to improve process efficiency and outcomes
Provide ongoing support to new hires as they transition into their roles
Assist with preparing reports, coordinating leadership meetings, and supporting strategic recruitment goals
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree required
2-5 years of experience in sales, recruitment, or networking-driven roles
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust quickly
Well-connected within the community and comfortable with relationship-building
Organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented with a track record of achieving goals
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
Growth Path:
This position is designed for someone who wants to make a significant impact on the growth of the office. With proven results, the Recruiter will have the opportunity to grow into roles with greater leadership responsibility, such as Director of Selection or Chief Recruitment Officer.
Benefits:
Salary- $65k-85k annual salary (commensurate with experience)
Bonus opportunities
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k
Paid time off
Ability to commute to the office- this is an in-office role!
Desired Competencies:
Action Oriented – Energetic and proactive in seizing opportunities
Candidate Focus – Dedicated to providing an exceptional candidate experience
Drive for Results – Consistently meets or exceeds recruitment goals
Interpersonal Savvy – Skilled at building strong and effective relationships
Priority Setting – Focused on the most critical tasks for success
Networking Skills – Actively engages in community and professional networks to identify top talent
Who can apply
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