Associate Manager, Talent Acquisition-Sales

AAA-The Auto Club Group • Raleigh, MI

1d • $100,000 - $128,000 • Remote

About The Position

as an Associate Manager, Talent Acquisition-Sales The Auto Club Group is seeking a prospective Associate Manager, Talent Acquisition-Sales who is responsible for leading a team of recruiters and driving high-performance talent acquisition outcomes that align with ACG’s growth objectives. This role emphasizes team development, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to support the delivery of timely, high-quality hires. The Associate Manager will work across multiple client groups, serving as a strategic recruiting partner, while fostering a high-performing, engaged, and accountable team culture. This role also plays a critical part in enhancing the overall Talent Acquisition infrastructure and implementing scalable, efficient recruiting processes and initiatives

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of progressive recruiting experience, including full-cycle recruitment and candidate pipeline management
• 2+ years of experience selecting, onboarding, and training new recruiters, with a focus on fostering strong foundational recruiting skills
• Proven success in leading and executing searches for a variety of roles and talent levels across diverse business functions
• Serving as a strategic and consultative partner to business leaders and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), building strong relationships and aligning on key talent initiatives
• Leveraging recruiting technology and tools to improve process efficiency and candidate experience
• Proficient in analyzing data and recruitment metrics to operationalize strategies, drive performance, and influence decision-making across Talent Acquisition
• Management ability to include: Workforce management Coordinating and leading small-to-medium sized projects
• In-Depth Knowledge of: EEO Guidelines State and Federal selection and hiring regulations Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Skills: Demonstrated people management and leadership skills, including coaching, mentoring, and developing recruiting team members
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage complex workflows and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build strong relationships across teams
• Proven ability to pivot quickly in response to shifting business needs while continuing to deliver results and maintain focus
• Comfortable working under pressure and able to support recruiters in meeting time-sensitive hiring goals
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to independently identify, address, and resolve challenges as they arise

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field
• Experience leading recruiting teams responsible for hiring sales, commission-based, and/or licensed insurance agents, with a strong understanding of Property & Casualty (P&C) talent profiles
• Strong executive partnership skills, including communicating insights, presenting recommendations, and translating recruiting data into actionable decisions
• Proven experience improving recruiting team performance through enhanced processes, strategic sourcing, and data-driven workflows, and consistent performance management and accountability practices
• Workday ATS experience
• Workday Reporting experience
• HR Certifications; SHRM-CP, PHR

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters, ensuring clarity of expectations, performance accountability, and continuous professional growth
• Performance Management Drive recruiter performance by setting and monitoring KPIs (e.g., time-to-fill, candidate quality, funnel health) and ensuring consistent achievement of team goals
• Stakeholder Collaboration Operate across assigned client groups, partnering closely with business stakeholders to align hiring strategies with workforce planning and growth needs
• Recruiting Process & Funnel Management Monitor candidate pipeline activity, ensuring an uninterrupted flow of candidates through the recruitment funnel and resolving bottlenecks when needed
• Data & Insights-Driven Strategy Leverage recruiting data and analytics to tell a compelling story, uncover trends, and influence decision-making across the organization. Use insights to optimize processes, improve sourcing strategies, and drive meaningful change in how talent is acquired
• Program Implementation Lead the implementation of new TA programs, tools, and initiatives to improve hiring effectiveness, diversity outreach, and candidate experience
• TA Infrastructure & Strategy Support Collaborate with TA Managers and peers to strengthen the talent acquisition infrastructure and implement strategies that balance quality, speed, and compliance
• Compliance & Reporting Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable laws related to hiring and selection. Oversee timely and accurate completion of applicant tracking records, hiring data reports, and recruitment trend analysis
• Culture & Engagement Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and ownership, ensuring team engagement and alignment with ACG’s values and talent philosophy
• Maintain ongoing industry knowledge. Enhance competencies and experience necessary to continue professional development in this field
• Assist or participate in the process to select, hire, train, develop, counsel, and discipline assigned staff in accordance with corporate and Human Resource policies and procedures.
• Manage a team of professional and clerical staff responsible for talent acquisition and recruiting activities

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k Match
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO), company paid holidays, CEO days, and floating holidays
• Paid volunteer day annually
• Tuition assistance program, professional certification reimbursement program and other professional development opportunities
• AAA Membership Discounts, perks, rewards, and much more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED