Sr. Sales Recruiter

Job Description

HilltopHoldings is looking for a talented and motivated Sales Recruiter to join our team and help us attract top commercial lending talent to fuel our growth. This role will play a pivotal role in sourcing and recruiting high-performing commercial loan officers as well as managing the full recruitment cycle, from identifying potential candidates to guiding them through our hiring process, ensuring we bring on individuals who align with our company’s goals and values. Additional responsibilities include, partnering with our PlainsCapital Bank Production Leadership, including Regional Chairmen and Market Presidents, on supporting their hiring needs in their respective markets across the state of Texas. Networking and building relationships with commercial loan officers and managing/cultivating a pipeline of prospective candidates. You will also manage the relationship with third party recruiting agencies and their submission of candidates, ensuring they are following appropriate processes.

Responsibilities

• Represent PlainsCapital Bank in the Texas market, building our brand with potential commercial lending candidates.
• Source and screen qualified commercial lender candidates in all markets; source production leadership roles when needed.
• Understand our culture and our approach to lending, including products and credit, to ensure that candidates will be a fit for our model.
• Partner with Regional and Market leadership to ensure we know the local talent; maintain a regional candidate list and routinely work the list.
• Partner with leadership to develop overall recruiting plans and strategies to be implemented including
• Identify the key markets to recruit talent in
• Develop and maintain a recruiting tracker to identify an active list of candidates, activities with each candidate and their status
• Partner with Marketing to develop materials, drip campaigns and a pitch book
• Schedule routine Regional blitzes where Regionals and Market Presidents are responsible for making calls and reporting results
• Attend local banking conferences as deemed appropriate to network and build relationships with potential candidates.
• Assist leaders with closing candidates, including compensation negotiation.
• Responsible for managing relevant agency relationships and candidate submissions.
• Additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• 5 years producer recruitment experience, financial services related experience required.
• Experience utilizing sourcing tools, like LinkedIn Recruiter and Indeed, to build pipelines.
• Strong headhunting skills: relationship building, networking, influencing, negotiation, proactive, and perseverance.
• Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems; experience with Oracle HCM preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of equal employment opportunity laws, ADA, and other compliance regulations that affect job recruitment.
• Must have a professional demeanor with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, the ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and the ability to interact with all levels of customers, clients, and Bank personnel. Must also have refined professional presentation and negotiation skills.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be highly motivated.
• Excellent analytical, research, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products (specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Must articulate ideas clearly and concisely in a variety of settings, adjusting the message to match the audience.
  
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.

About Us

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Hilltop Holdings offers a diverse range of financial services through its three primary subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. PlainsCapital Bank is a leading commercial bank with locations throughout Texas. PrimeLending is a national mortgage provider focused on purchase mortgage originations. HilltopSecurities provides financial advisory, clearing, retail brokerage, and other investment banking services. Hilltop Holdings seeks to build the premier Texas-based diversified financial services holding company through acquisitions and organic growth. To learn more, please visit www.hilltop-holdings.com .

About The Team

Hilltop Holdings’ Human Resources department is a dedicated and dynamic team committed to fostering a thriving work environment and empowering our employees to reach their fullest potential. With a deep understanding of the critical role people play in the success of any organization, we strive to attract, develop, and retain top talent. Our department is driven by a passion for excellence, professionalism, and a strong belief in the value of diversity and inclusion. We work closely with all levels of management and employees to provide comprehensive HR solutions, including recruitment, onboarding, training and development, performance management, benefits administration, and employee relations. We are strategic partners who actively contribute to the growth and success of the company. We take pride in creating a positive and inclusive work culture where every employee feels valued, supported, and motivated to achieve their goals.