Sr Talent Acquisition Consultant

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at Horace Mann, the primary responsibilities include managing full-cycle executive recruitment, leading strategic talent acquisition projects, developing community sourcing strategies, and providing support to the Director of Talent Acquisition. This role emphasizes fostering diversity and managing relationships with high-caliber candidates as well as collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal qualifications for the Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant role at Horace Mann include a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Alternatively, significant senior-level recruitment experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Additionally, candidates should have 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition with a focus on executive recruitment, proven project leadership skills, and a commitment to community engagement.

The Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant plays a crucial role in promoting diversity and inclusion by developing community sourcing strategies that focus on engaging underrepresented groups. This includes creating outreach initiatives, utilizing social media platforms, and strengthening ties with local organizations to enhance our talent pool and ensure diverse recruitment practices.

Candidates applying for the Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant position at Horace Mann should possess exceptional executive recruitment skills, project management capabilities, strong communication abilities, and a keen understanding of community engagement. Proficiency in recruitment platforms and sourcing tools is also highly valued, facilitating effective and efficient hiring processes.

The salary range for the Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant position at Horace Mann is between $67,300.00 to $105,700.00. Salary is commensurate with experience, location, and other relevant factors, reflecting our recognition of the critical role this position plays in our organization.

When answering this question, focus on specific recruitment projects you've managed in the past, detailing the strategies you used, the challenges you faced, and the outcomes achieved. Discuss how these experiences align with Horace Mann's mission to attract top executive talents.

Share examples of creative sourcing techniques you employed, such as leveraging social media or participating in networking events. Emphasize your results and how these strategies improved the recruitment process, particularly in diversifying the talent pool.

Discuss your approach to keeping candidates informed and engaged throughout the recruitment process. Highlight your focus on communication, feedback, and creating a welcoming atmosphere, as well as how you tailor experiences to reflect the values of Horace Mann.

Outline key performance indicators relevant to talent acquisition, such as time-to-fill, candidate quality, and diversity metrics. Provide examples of how you've used these metrics to refine your funnel and boost the efficiency of your recruitment efforts.

Be prepared to discuss a specific project that was particularly difficult, the tactics you used to overcome obstacles, and the ultimate success achieved. Emphasize the learnings you gained and how they could be applied to the role at Horace Mann.

Discuss your strategy for expanding the candidate pool by targeting less conventional outreach methods, collaborating with community organizations, and emphasizing inclusivity in job postings. Showcase your innovative ideas for utilizing digital platforms to connect with diverse talent.

Explain how you integrate collaboration with different departments and leaders within the company to ensure alignment on job requirements and to facilitate an efficient hiring process. Illustrate with examples of past cross-functional partnerships.

Share the sources you rely on to keep informed, such as industry publications, webinars, or professional networking. Discuss how this knowledge can be used to enhance recruitment practices at Horace Mann.

Detail the critical elements of a successful interview, including preparation, structuring questions, and focusing on cultural fit. Discuss how you've implemented these best practices in your previous roles, particularly in training hiring managers.

Reflect on Horace Mann's mission to support educators and how it resonates with your values as a recruitment professional. Emphasize your desire to contribute to an organization that aligns with your personal and professional goals in talent acquisition.