Manager, Talent Acquisition Executive Search

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Manager, Talent Acquisition to lead executive search as part of the Human Resources (HR) team in Newport Beach, CA reporting to the VP, Global Head of Talent Acquisition.  This position will be hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

Full-Cycle Executive Recruitment

• Partner with senior leadership to understand talent needs and craft comprehensive hiring strategies for executive roles.
• Source, engage, and evaluate potential candidates through innovative search techniques, leveraging internal and external networks, industry events, and professional platforms.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including interviews, reference checks, and alignment with organizational values, behaviors, and strategic objectives.
• Manage candidate pipelines and provide regular updates to hiring managers and stakeholders.
• Ensure a seamless candidate experience, maintaining high levels of professionalism and confidentiality.

Leadership Assessment Capability Development

• Design and implement a structured leadership assessment framework to evaluate the skills, competencies, and potential of executive candidates and internal leaders.
• Utilize tools such as psychometric assessments and behavioral interviews to identify leadership strengths and development areas.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to hiring managers and HR leadership based on assessment results.
• Collaborate with Talent Management and HR teams to integrate assessment findings into leadership development programs.

Process Optimization and Compliance

• Develop, document, and refine recruitment and assessment workflows to ensure efficiency and scalability.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and compliance requirements related to executive recruiting and assessments.
• Track key metrics and provide data-driven insights to improve recruitment outcomes and enhance decision-making.

Employer Branding and Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a brand ambassador to represent the organization’s culture and values in the executive talent market.
• Build strong relationships with external partners, such as executive search firms and assessment providers, to enhance the talent acquisition strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between recruitment strategies and organizational objectives.

The experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5-7 years experience in full-cycle executive recruiting, preferably in a corporate and retained search setting.
• Strong knowledge of leadership assessment tools and methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting technologies.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience with Workday Recruiting and embedding AI tools in the executive recruiting process.
• Experience working in financial services serving global markets.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and drive strategic initiatives.

You can be who you are. People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.
Benefits start Day 1.
Your wellbeing is important. We’re committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.