Director of Talent Sourcing & Development

Towne Family of Companies•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

Towne Insurance is seeking an innovative and strategic leader to join us in the role of Director of Talent Sourcing & Development. This key position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing division wide training programs and recruitment strategies. They will also ensure employees are equipped to excel in their roles and that Towne Insurance attracts, hires, and retains top talent. About Us Towne Insurance is a nationally recognized top insurance and risk management firm specializing in customized insurance solutions for all segments of business clients, families, and individuals. At Towne Insurance, we take pride in serving others, enriching lives, and providing our members exquisite service. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we take time to invest in their health, happiness, and education. We hire motivated, self-directed professionals who desire to give back to their communities. About the Role Training Program Development Responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training and professional development initiatives to enhance employee skill, productivity, and engagement. Conduct training sessions as needed and recruit internal staff to support instruction in specialized training areas, providing them with tools and guidelines to support effective implementation. Manage the summer internship program by helping to select candidates, creating a schedule outlining agency operations and available resources, and arranging training sessions to include guest speakers and client site visits. Design and implement career development plans tailored to individual employee goals and organizational objectives. Direct the quality control and training team in applying updated methods to facilitate skill development. Recruitment Strategy Develop and execute effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates for all levels of the organization. Maintain job descriptions and work with hiring managers in newly created positions. Partner with departmental leads and senior leadership to understand talent needs and support organizational objectives. Lead the talent acquisition team and train them in updated recruiting methods, helping to enhance their skills. Partner with the marketing team to leverage social media strategies and employment branding to assist with attracting candidates. Build and maintain connections with college career counseling teams and participate in local job fairs and workshops to recruit recent graduates. Onboarding Oversee the onboarding process to ensure new employees and integrated smoothly and efficiently into the organization. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in training, talent development, and recruitment in a managerial or leadership capacity.
Proficiency with HR software, learning management systems, and recruitment platforms.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
strong understanding of Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health insurance

Nice To Haves

A proven ability to lead a team, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a high level of detail orientation.
Experience with data-driven decision making and an analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

Designing, implementing, and evaluating training and professional development initiatives to enhance employee skill, productivity, and engagement.
Conduct training sessions as needed and recruit internal staff to support instruction in specialized training areas, providing them with tools and guidelines to support effective implementation.
Manage the summer internship program by helping to select candidates, creating a schedule outlining agency operations and available resources, and arranging training sessions to include guest speakers and client site visits.
Design and implement career development plans tailored to individual employee goals and organizational objectives.
Direct the quality control and training team in applying updated methods to facilitate skill development.
Develop and execute effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates for all levels of the organization.
Maintain job descriptions and work with hiring managers in newly created positions.
Partner with departmental leads and senior leadership to understand talent needs and support organizational objectives.
Lead the talent acquisition team and train them in updated recruiting methods, helping to enhance their skills.
Partner with the marketing team to leverage social media strategies and employment branding to assist with attracting candidates.
Build and maintain connections with college career counseling teams and participate in local job fairs and workshops to recruit recent graduates.
Oversee the onboarding process to ensure new employees and integrated smoothly and efficiently into the organization.