JOIN A FIRM WHERE TALENT DRIVES SUCCESS

At Northwestern Mutual, we believe that people are our greatest asset. For more than 165 years, we've helped clients achieve financial security while building a culture centered on growth, relationships, integrity, and excellence. Our firm is committed to developing exceptional talent, fostering collaboration, and investing in the personal and professional success of every team member. As Northwestern Mutual - NC Director of Talent , you will play a critical strategic role in shaping the future of our firm. This is far more than a recruiting position. You will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, helping attract, develop, and retain the talent that fuels our organization's growth. You'll have the opportunity to influence hiring strategy, compensation design, career development initiatives, and workforce planning while partnering directly with leadership to build high-performing teams. If you're passionate about identifying top talent, influencing organizational strategy, and creating exceptional employee experiences, we'd love to meet you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Talent Acquisition & Executive Recruiting Serve as the primary talent partner to ensemble leaders, acting as an internal executive recruiter and headhunter for specialized, leadership-level, and hard-to-fill positions. Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify and engage top talent through networking, referrals, market mapping, social media, direct outreach, and industry partnerships. Build and maintain robust pipelines of high-potential and passive candidates. Conduct candidate assessments and guide leaders through effective selection processes. Provide market intelligence related to talent availability, compensation trends, industry benchmarks, and competitive hiring practices. Deliver an outstanding candidate experience that reflects our firm's culture, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. Talent Strategy & Workforce Planning Partner with firm leadership to develop and execute talent strategies that support business objectives and long-term growth. Lead workforce planning initiatives and identify opportunities to strengthen talent pipelines across key business functions. Utilize talent analytics and reporting to drive data-informed hiring and retention decisions. Advise leaders on talent trends, succession planning, and organizational development opportunities. Compensation & Rewards Partner with leadership to develop, evaluate, and refine compensation structures that support recruitment, retention, and organizational growth. Conduct market benchmarking and compensation analysis to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices. Provide recommendations related to new hires, promotions, retention strategies, and compensation adjustments. Ensure compensation programs align with organizational goals and employee engagement initiatives. Career Development & Talent Management Collaborate with leaders to define competencies, career levels, progression criteria, and development pathways. Facilitate talent review discussions and identify opportunities for internal mobility and advancement. Support leadership development initiatives and succession planning efforts. Help cultivate a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and professional growth.

WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY UNIQUE

At Northwestern Mutual - NC, you'll join a firm where: People genuinely care about one another and celebrate each other's success. Leadership values innovation, initiative, and new ideas. Professional development is encouraged and supported at every career stage. You will have a direct impact on the growth and future success of the organization. Collaboration, trust, and strong relationships are foundational to how we work. High performers are recognized, empowered, and given opportunities to grow. This is an opportunity to shape the talent strategy of a thriving organization while building meaningful relationships with leaders, advisors, and team members who are passionate about making a difference.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree required. 5+ years of progressive experience in executive recruiting, talent acquisition, talent management, workforce strategy, or related talent-focused roles. Experience within the financial services industry preferred. Proven success identifying, attracting, and hiring high-performing professionals. Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills. Experience prospecting and generating leads through proactive recruiting strategies. Advanced knowledge of sourcing platforms and recruitment technologies, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and similar tools. Demonstrated ability to network effectively and build relationships quickly with candidates and business leaders. Experience developing compensation recommendations, career frameworks, talent management programs, or workforce strategies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data for decision-making.

WHY JOIN NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL?

Northwestern Mutual combines the stability and strength of a Fortune 100 company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a growing organization. We are committed to helping our clients, advisors, and employees achieve their full potential. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and doing what's right for the people we serve. When you join our team, you'll find more than a career. You'll find opportunities to grow, lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact.

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

If you're an experienced talent professional who thrives on building relationships, attracting exceptional talent, and influencing organizational success, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in building the teams that will shape the future of our firm and help drive extraordinary results for years to come. and become a key member of a culture that invests in people, values excellence, and believes that great talent changes everything.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person