Talent Acquisition Specialist

Northwestern Mutualhas been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165 years. Through a comprehensive planning approach Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionalswitha personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for whats most important. With nearly$700 billionof total assetsbeing managed across the companys institutional portfolio as well as retail investment client portfolios more than$38 billionin revenues and$2.4 trillionworth of life insurance protection in force Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than five million people with life disability income and long-term care insurance annuities and brokerage and advisory services. Northwestern Mutual ranked 109 on the 2025 FORTUNE500 and was recognized by FORTUNEas one of the Worlds Most Admired life insurance companies in 2026.

TheTalent Acquisition Specialist leads full-cycle recruiting efforts for Financial Advisors and future business leaders owning the talent pipeline from sourcing through selection. The Talent Acquisition Specialist builds strategic relationships across professional community and referral networks to identify exceptional candidates and promote Northwestern Mutuals industry-leading career opportunity. Partnering closely with leadership this individual will drive recruiting performance develop talent acquisition strategies and contribute directly to the offices growth advisor development and long-term business success.

This position is full-time direct hire located in Houston Texas.

Talent Acquisition & Pipeline Development

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for Financial Advisors and emerging business leaders.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates through networking referrals direct sourcing and community engagement.
• Conduct initial interviews and guide candidates through the selection and hiring process.
• Coordinate all stages of the interview process and ensure an exceptional candidate experience.
• Partner with leadership to develop and execute recruiting strategies aligned with growth objectives.

Relationship Building & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong referral networks with Centers of Influence (COIs) professional organizations community leaders and business networks.
• Promote the Northwestern Mutual career opportunity through networking events professional associations and community involvement.
• Develop and foster a referral culture throughout the network office.
• Partner with leadership and advisors to identify and attract top talent.

Recruiting Performance & Process Improvement

• Track analyze and report recruiting activity pipeline metrics selection ratios and hiring outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing effectiveness candidate quality and recruiting efficiency.
• Maintain accurate candidate records utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting platforms.
• Provide regular recruiting performance updates to leadership.
• Drive achievement of annual recruiting goals including advisor hires contracts and unit premium objectives.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of experience in talent acquisition recruiting sales recruiting business development or professional talent sourcing.
• Proven success sourcing attracting assessing and hiring top-performing professionals.
• Strong relationship-building networking and business development skills.
• Excellent interviewing communication presentation and influencing abilities.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced goal-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems (ATS) CRM platforms or recruiting technologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage recruiting metrics and data to drive results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting within wealth management financial services insurance banking consulting or professional services.
• Established network within the Houston business and professional community.
• Experience utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter Salesforce Workday iCIMS or similar recruiting technologies.

Benefits

Northwestern Mutual Houston is committed to building a team that loves what they do and creating a work environment that supports long-term career growth. The compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive medical coverage with employer contribution.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer match.
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunity.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Dynamic career growth opportunities.
• Employer-sponsored licensing professional development and education opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements where applicable.

Compensation & Bonus Opportunity

Base salary: $65000-$120000 annually based on experience and qualifications.

Uncapped performance-based bonus opportunity.

We reward results and provide meaningful financial rewards for professionals who successfully attract engage and onboard top wealth management talent.

Successful recruiters are rewarded with additional earning opportunities tied directly to recruiting outcomes talent development and business growth in a growing wealth management organization.

OMNI is honored to be retained in this search. We appreciate your referrals to professionals who may have an interest in this outstanding opportunity. Formal interest accepted through theOMNI Executive Career Portal.

OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers.