Recruiter

COMPANY

At Socium Advisors, we build a true partnership with our clients. Through outcome-based planning and focus on the long-term goals of our clients, we carve a path together and hold one another accountable along the way. Socium Advisors operates within the Northwestern Mutual framework uniquely offering the advantage of both a large established company and small entrepreneurial firm. Though working with other financial representatives within the Northwestern system, Socium Advisors is a growing team focused on delivering custom plans and excellent client service. Socium Advisors is committed to fostering a workplace that prioritizes innovation, growth, and employee well-being. As a supporting member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will help shape a supportive culture that promotes career development and drives business success.

OUR VALUES

Our values are important to us. At Socium our culture is based on our Core Values:

Intense Momentum | Personal Responsibility | Client-Centric | Continual Innovation | Collaborative Engagement

POSITION TITLE: Recruiter

CLASSIFICATION: Salaried, Exempt | On-Site, Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

POSITION OVERVIEW

Socium Advisors is seeking a Recruiter to be responsible for managing the full life cycle of talent acquisition, from sourcing and attracting top talent to onboarding new hires. This role will focus on identifying, engaging, and hiring financial services professionals to support the firm’s growth. The ideal candidate has experience in financial services or wealth management recruiting and a strong understanding of industry-specific talent needs.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Talent Acquisition

· Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify and attract top talent in the financial services and weatlh management industry.
Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job posting, candidate sourcing, interviewing, selection, and offer negotiation.

· Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop job descriptions, and create a strong recruitment strategy.

· Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidate for current and future hiring needs.

· Utilize various sourcing channels including job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, and industry event to engage potential candidates.

· Ensure a high-quality candidate experience by providing clear communication and a seamless recruitment process.

Interviewing & Selection

· Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate qualification and cultural fit.

· Coordinate and facilitate interviews with hiring managers and key stakeholders.

· Provide interview training and best practices guidelines to hiring managers.

· Collect and retain interview feedback.

· Conduct reference checks and background checks as needed.

Offer & Onboarding

· Manage offer negotiations, ensuring alignment with company compensation structures, internal equity, market rates, and candidate expectations.

· Work closely with Director of People and hiring managers to ensue smooth onboarding for new hires.

· Develop and oversee the onboarding process to ensure new employees have a seamless transition into the organization.

· Monitor new hire integration, providing support and feedback to ensure long-term success.

Employer Branding & Compliance

· Promote the company’s employer brand to attract top talent

· Represent the firm at networking events, career fairs, and industry conferences as needed.

· Ensure compliance with all hiring regulations and best practices within the financial services industry

· Maintain accurate records and reporting on recruitment activities and hiring metrics (i.e. time to fill, cost per hire, ramp time per hire, etc.)

SUCCESS FACTORS

· Ability to adhere to the firm’s Core Values

· A high level of customer-centricity

· Strong work ethic

· Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members

· Ability to work effectively with people of all positions

· A high level of confidentiality and discretion

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Detail-oriented – a high level of attention to detail is required

· A high level of time management, initiative, accountability, and prioritization skills

· Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals

· Ability to be organized, problem-solve, and be solution-oriented under pressure

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

· Proficient in diverse technology platforms to create unique documents, presentations, memos, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.

· 3+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in financial services, wealth management, or a related industry.

· Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruitment processes and best practices.

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

· Experience using applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment tools.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.

· Legally authorized to work in the United States

· Ability to clear a criminal background check

· Minimal travel may be required for career fairs and other recruiting events.

LOCATION

St. Louis, MO

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, Zoom, projectors copy/fax, and smartphones

COMPENSATION

$75,000 – $95,000 annually, commensurate with experience. This position is eligible to participate in the firm’s semi-annual bonus program, averaging 10–12% of base salary with a 20% cap.

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL DESCRIPTION

Northwestern Mutual is a financial services company that offers a variety of insurance and investment solutions. Since our founding in 1857, through every recession and every economic boom, we’ve kept our focus on the long term, delivering our clients and policy owners consistent financial strength year after year. Our financial representatives build lifelong relationships to help clients identify their unique needs in order to provide long-term solutions. To learn more, go to www.NorthwesternMutual.com.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person