Recruiter

At Federated Insurance, we do life-changing work, focused on our clients’ success. For our employees, we provide tremendous opportunities for growth. Over 95% of them believe our company has an outstanding future. We make lives better, and we’re looking for employees who want to make a difference in others’ lives, all while enhancing their own. Federated’s culture is grounded in our Four Cornerstones: Equity, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect. We strive to create a work environment that embodies our core principles and values. We value and respect individual differences, and we leverage those differences to achieve better results and outcomes for our clients, employees, and communities.

About the role

Since 1904, Federated Insurance has stood for relationships built face-to-face, grounded in trust, and guided by our promise that "It's Our Business to Protect Yours®." As a Recruiter at Federated, you will represent that legacy every day, connecting talented professionals with meaningful careers at a financially stable, values-driven organization known for equity, integrity, teamwork, and respect.

You will conduct phone interviews, assess candidates, and build strong, collaborative relationships with the hiring managers you support. You will also step out to represent Federated at select job fairs and recruiting events, championing an employer that pays above the market average, promotes from within, and invests deeply in the communities where we live and work.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of company roles, departments, and hiring procedures.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of high-quality candidates aligned with job-specific requirements.
• Ensure professional and timely communication with applicants and hiring managers.
• Coach and influence hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Provide expert consultation to resolve challenges and ensure successful hiring outcomes.
• Administer new employee Welcome Receptions and support onboarding efforts.
• Represent Federated at job fairs, interview days, and other recruiting events.
• Create and maintain recruiting tools and resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience required.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and industry-specific recruiting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Experience with iCIMS, UKG, or similar HRIS systems.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

This position may be based out of either our Owatonna, MN or Mankato, MN office. Recruiters who work out of the Mankato office will complete their initial training at the Owatonna office.

Pay

The Recruiter pay range is $80,300-$108,700. Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc.

Benefits

We offer a wide variety of ways to support you as a whole, both professionally and personally. Our commitment to your growth includes opportunities for internal mobility and career development paths, inspiring excellence in performance and ensuring your professional journey thrives.

• Competitive compensation and enticing bonus programs.
• Cost-effective health insurance.
• Robust pension and 401(k) offerings.
• Paid volunteer time and opportunities for gift matching.