Kyle Zornes
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic recruitment professional with expertise in strategic sourcing and relationship building, honed at Northwestern Mutual. Successfully coordinated campus events and developed innovative strategies, enhancing campus talent acquisition by 100%. Proficient in recruitment software and public speaking, driving impactful results through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Recruiter
Northwestern Mutual
Jacksonville
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated campus recruitment events to engage potential candidates effectively.
- Built relationships with university career services to enhance recruitment efforts.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to improve sourcing strategies and processes.
- Maintained accurate records of all recruiting activities using Applicant Tracking Systems.
- Collaborated with internal departments to facilitate the onboarding process of new hires.
- Conducted on-campus events such as career fairs and information sessions to attract potential candidates.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Northwestern Mutual
Jacksonville
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Oversaw hiring of Northwestern Mutual Advisors to enhance financial security in Jacksonville community.
- Managed selection process, including resume reviews, interviews, and onboarding guidance.
- Developed and executed innovative recruiting strategies to attract top talent.
- Engaged with centers of influence (COIs) to source candidates and potential clients.
Recruiting Manager
Robert Half
Jacksonville
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Recruited, interviewed, and matched highly skilled finance and accounting professionals with clients’ full-time job needs.
- Negotiated and developed business with new and current clients.
- Conducted meetings with hiring managers within the finance and accounting field.
- Managed relationships with both clients and candidates to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Providing ongoing communication and career guidance to candidates.
- Stayed up to date on job market trends within the finance and accounting field.
Service Advocate
Florida Blue
Jacksonville
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Answered phone calls from members to ensure needs were assessed and met.
- Served as Subject Matter Expert for escalated questions from members.
- Served as direct contact and Subject Matter Expert for questions from peers posted in our team chat.
- Provided a customer first experience for members with questions and issues related to health care.
- Use web-based tools and other aids to teach members how to use resources at their disposal.
- Ensured members understood their plan, benefits, tools and how to use them.
Children’s Pastor
East Pointe Church
Jacksonville
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Taught weekly large group lesson to elementary aged students.
- Organized, scheduled, and trained leaders for weekly Sunday school services.
- Trained, encouraged, recognized, and communicated with volunteers regularly.
- Utilized creative Sunday School campaigns such as, sports ministry, community outreach efforts, and weekly programs to grow Children’s Ministry.
- Recruited, trained, and developed new leaders.
- Filmed, edited, and promoted weekly online content during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Assistant Store Manager
Recovered Treasures
Jacksonville
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Oversaw all cashiers, floor workers, and warehouse workers.
- Greeted customers and provided a welcoming atmosphere.
- Organized window displays, floor layout, and jewelry display to attract customers to the store.
- Followed store closing protocol by balancing out cash registers and locking up store nightly.
Middle School Director
The Orchard Church
Collierville
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Taught weekly large group lessons to middle school students.
- Trained, encouraged, recognized, and communicated with volunteers regularly.
- Implemented a new mid-week program for both middle and high school students.
- Coordinated community-building student events throughout the year.
- Organized, promoted, and led trips to Summer Camp for middle school students.
Guest Service Representative
St. Jude Target House
Memphis
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Cheerfully greeted all residents and guests as they entered the lobby.
- Answered all incoming phone calls as well as assisted all Target House families and their guests in the lobby areas.
- Followed Security protocols when allowing residents, guests, and visitors entry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tallahassee, FL05.2013
Skills
- Recruiting
- Relationship building
- Prospecting
- Strategic sourcing
- Event coordination
- Public speaking
- Interviewing
- Intern training
Accomplishments
- Recruiter of the Year - Northwestern Mutual
Certification
- Florida 2-15 Life, Health & Variable Annuity License: Issued by the Florida Department of Financial Services (2025–Present)
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Campus Recruiter
Northwestern Mutual
02.2025 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Northwestern Mutual
01.2023 - 02.2025
Recruiting Manager
Robert Half
06.2022 - 10.2022
Service Advocate
Florida Blue
04.2021 - 05.2022
Children’s Pastor
East Pointe Church
07.2019 - 10.2020
Assistant Store Manager
Recovered Treasures
01.2019 - 06.2019
Middle School Director
The Orchard Church
05.2016 - 08.2018
Guest Service Representative
St. Jude Target House
09.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY