Group 1001 is a consumer-centric, technology-driven family of insurance companies on a mission to deliver outstanding value and operational performance by combining financial strength and stability with deep insurance expertise and a can-do culture. Group1001’s culture emphasizes the importance of collaboration, communication, core business focus, risk management, and striving for outcomes. This goal extends to how we hire and onboard our most valuable assets – our employees.

Group 1001, and its affiliated companies, is strongly committed to providing a supportive work environment where employee differences are valued. Diversity is an essential ingredient in making Group 1001 a welcoming place to work and is fundamental in building a high-performance team. Diversity embodies all the differences that make us unique individuals.  All employees share the responsibility for maintaining a workplace culture of dignity, respect, understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences.

The Associate Director, Talent Acquisition is responsible for overseeing the full life cycle of the recruiting process. Your passion for keeping abreast of industry, market trends, and innovative approaches to solve evolving business challenges through acquiring top talent will be key to success in this role. You will be called on to influence through strong relationship building and providing best in class service to hiring managers and candidates alike.

In partnership with leaders, you will support the corporate strategy talent acquisition, maintaining a clear focus on relationship management, candidate generation, employer branding, and candidate experience. You will independently execute strategic and operational projects and programs as needed. You will function as a subject matter expert on the recruitment process and sourcing strategies, helping to establish best practices. You will also contribute to training initiatives both within the Talent team and across the organization.

The position reports to the Director, Talent Acquisition and serves as a lead recruiter, managing a diverse pipeline of candidates, and actively managing senior-level and specialized searches. It is imperative that you be highly adaptable, able to manage a high volume of operational work and individual requisitions simultaneously without sacrificing quality, communication, or candidate experience.

Associate Director, Talent Acquisition Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic partnerships through closely working with senior leaders and managers to gain insights on their business

• Effectively manage consultative relationships with multiple Hiring Managers simultaneously, providing attentive service to all

• Devise creative and effective sourcing strategies through various channels that will deliver the right talent at the right time to meet the staffing needs of the organization

• Manage candidates seamlessly through the interview process; set expectations, provide thoughtful feedback, negotiate and close all offers

• Support ongoing strategic development of recruiting processes: identifying competitive landscapes, providing insight on competitive benchmarking, defining candidate populations, and supporting refinement of the employer brand

• Attend networking events, industry career fairs, and corporate events as needed

• Efficiently and accurately maintain all Talent Acquisition tools and systems – Workday, LinkedIn, etc.

• Contribute to the development of new Talent Acquisition initiatives, building supporting documentation when necessary

Job Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience recruiting in a fast-paced environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or similar field of study or 15+ years’ experience in lieu of education

• Successful track record recruiting and filling highly specialized roles

• In-depth knowledge of the recruitment landscape, and deep commitment to continued self-education

• Advanced knowledge and proven experience using LinkedIn and other search vehicles to source specialized industry talent

• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) – Workday preferred

• Experience consulting, presenting, and communicating with senior leaders and other key stakeholders

• Demonstrated analytical, creative thinking, and negotiation skills

• Previous experience working in complex businesses that demonstrates an understanding of how to effectively manage/balance cultural and organizational dynamic nuances

• Knowledge of employment and immigration law is preferred.

• Strong ability to multitask and juggle multiple priorities with competing demands.

• Experience in a fast-growing company where you understand flexibility and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment.

• Highest level of integrity and ability to keep information confidential

Work Location:

This is a hybrid position based out of our Zionsville, IN, office located at 10555 Group 1001 Way. All candidates must be local to the Indianapolis metro area and willing to commute to that office on a regular basis.

Benefits Highlights:  

Employees who meet benefit eligibility guidelines and work 30 hours or more weekly, have the ability to enroll in Group 1001’s benefits package. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the Company’s comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan options.  Employees are also eligible for Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, and to enroll in the Company’s Employee Assistance Program and other wellness initiatives.  Employees may also participate in the Company’s 401K plan, with matching contributions by the Company.