Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

TrueNorth Companies • Cedar Rapids, IA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

TrueNorth Companies is seeking an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role is responsible for leading full‑cycle recruiting efforts across the organization while serving as a brand ambassador for our One TrueNorth culture. The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist partners closely with hiring leaders, our Marketing team, and Human Systems colleagues to attract, engage, and hire top talent, while continuously improving recruiting processes and delivering an exceptional candidate and colleague experience.

TrueNorth uses our core values of Exceptionalism, Collaboration and Resourcefulness to enthusiastically serve our clients, colleagues and communities. Our ideal candidates are hungry, humble and smart!

About TrueNorth Companies:

Our clients face great risk and big opportunities. They seek leadership, integrity and real results. For twenty years, TrueNorth has met our clients' needs by providing innovative strategies and a personal connection to those we serve. Our integrated platform of risk management, employee benefits and personal financial strategies creates a multifaceted approach to address today's ever-changing complexities. Come join our amazing team!

Requirements

• 7 years of full cycle recruiting experience required
• Four years of experience with talent management systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) required.
• Mastery skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and basic PowerPoint functions required.

Nice To Haves

• 10 years of full cycle recruiting experience preferred
• Experience using ADP as an ATS preferred
• Experience and knowledge of the insurance industry preferred.
• Two-year degree in HR, Risk Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• Leadership and mentorship experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as a brand ambassador for One TrueNorth, promoting our culture, colleague experience, benefits, and perks while effectively “selling” the organization to candidates.
• Manage the end-to-end recruiting lifecycle using our HRIS, including posting requisitions, tracking applicants, screening applications, maintaining accurate data, interview notes, and email communications.
• Lead and guide hiring leaders through the Requisition Request process, job description drafting/updates, and overall hiring workflow.
• Conduct phone/video screenings, full interviews, reference checks, and coordinate in-person or virtual interviews for both internal and external candidates.
• Actively source candidates through platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and other channels for open, evergreen, and forecasted positions.
• Partner with Marketing and the Talent Acquisition Director on advertising, outreach, and employer branding initiatives, including job posting sponsorships, monthly open requisition blasts, drip campaigns, and talent advisements.
• Own and manage the Talent Community Pool, maintaining pipelines and collaborating with Marketing to drive engagement through ongoing drip campaigns.
• Utilize communication templates, project management tools, and checklists to move candidates through the courtship process with timely communication and clear next steps.
• Partner with Human Systems colleagues to support offers, budgeting alignment, background checks, pre-employment assessments, billing accuracy, and onboarding coordination.
• Lead and support internship and collegiate programs, including scheduling, programming, campus partnerships, events, supplies, and hosting on-site or off-site activities.
• Represent TrueNorth at career fairs, conferences, community events, and company functions, including travel, booth staffing, and sharing our culture and brand with prospective candidates.
• Serve as a senior member of the Talent Acquisition team, driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting regional and collegiate strategies, ensuring compliance with local employment laws, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating across regional offices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Responsible Time Off (RTO): Flexible time off with a required minimum to ensure rest and balance, plus 11 paid holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off and Donation Match Program
• Tuition reimbursement and paid certifications, licenses, designations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program with financial incentives
• $3,000 Referral Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree