Talent Acquisition Leader

Business Development/Recruiter

We are seeking an experienced mortgage industry recruiter to lead and manage the Talent Acquisition function of an independent mortgage banker (IMB) to drive organizational success through innovative and efficient recruitment strategies.

This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the recruiting team, developing talent acquisition strategies, and partnering with hiring managers to build a robust talent pipeline. The ideal candidate will bring a deep knowledge of recruitment best practices, a strategic mindset, and a proven ability to achieve performance and hiring goals.

• Talent Acquisition Program Development: Design and oversee the corporate talent acquisition program to attract and retain top-quality mortgage industry talent in alignment with organizational hiring goals.
• Strategic Recruiting Execution: Execute recruiting strategies to ensure timely, consistent delivery of top-tier candidates across all roles, with a focus on meeting established hiring plans.
• Candidate Tracking & Data Management: Maintain accurate candidate and job-related data, tracking candidate progress through every stage of the hiring process to ensure efficiency and transparency.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing recruiting team, managing resources and providing direction to achieve department goals.
• Metrics & Performance Analysis: Define, track, and analyze key talent acquisition metrics, establishing tracking methods to monitor performance and improve recruiting outcomes.
• Budget Management: Oversee the recruiting capital and operational budgets, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and efficient allocation of resources.
• Executive Recruiting Support: Partner with leadership to assist with executive-level searches and ensure the recruitment of high-impact leaders.
• Recruitment Strategy & Policy: Provide direction on staffing best practices, procedures, and systems to optimize recruiting efficiency and process excellence.
• Talent Sourcing & Networking: Build and maintain a network of industry contacts, proactively sourcing talent through networking, cold-calling, research, and direct outreach for both immediate and future hiring needs.
• Industry Representation: Represent the company at industry events to promote brand visibility and attract top talent.

• Supervise and support all recruiting team members, fostering productivity and achievement of team hiring goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in the mortgage industry, with a minimum of 5 years in recruitment management.
• Demonstrated experience in staffing and process management, with a commitment to process excellence.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), social media recruitment, and recruiting process workflows.

• Creative problem-solving skills with a proven ability to implement effective organizational change.
• Track record of success in sourcing passive talent and executive recruitment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet search tools.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with expertise in presentation, facilitation, and negotiation.
• Collaborative team player who is flexible and adaptable in various work environments.
• Highly organized with a detail-oriented approach and a metric-driven mindset to meet recruitment goals.

If you are an innovative talent acquisition leader ready to drive impactful recruitment strategies and foster a strong, high-performance team, apply today to join our organization and shape the future of our workforce.