Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Manage candidate development all levels of talent.  Develop relationships with key industry players in person and via telephone to generate qualified candidates for multiple search assignments.  Manage the candidate lifecycle including identifying, qualifying, interviewing and managing targeted candidates to rapidly produce a best-in-class slate of talent to meet / exceed M&T’s internal client expectations.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in the area of talent attraction
• Actively work with line managers to develop the strategy to build talent pipelines, interview, qualify and recommend top candidates to the business line
• Proactively source and attract a quality work force and maintain applicant flow in filling current and future staffing needs
• Counsel line managers recommended compensation packages
• Negotiate, extend offers and effectively close the candidate
• Adhere to government regulations, organizational policies, and system/data integrity
• Build effective relationships with HR Business Partners, line management and employees
• Routinely provide insights into the competition for talent
• Attend job fairs and/or open houses
• Work closely with Associate Recruiters to ensure appropriate level of sourcing support is given to lines of business
• Manage special projects as assigned
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.  Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with M&T management, employees and external applicants and community contacts.

College Degree or applicable progressive experience in recruiting may be considered in lieu of education.

Minimum two years total recruitment experience and/or relevant business line experience.

Strong sales ability, persuasion and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and engagements simultaneously.

Ability to function in a high volume, fast-paced environment

Proactive approach and proven ability to remain diligent on searches.

Experience with identifying passive job seekers.

Sound experience showing fast response time, consistency and success.

Strong knowledge of personal computers and related software programs with internet experience.

Superior consultative skills and ability to influence decisions

Experience working for Human Resources within a corporate environment.

Demonstrated ability in cold calling, name generation and networking

Experience with Human Resources applicant tracking systems a plus.

Demonstrated recruitment success in acquiring niche talent