Head of Talent

SafeLease is an insurance technology company specializing in the self-storage industry. Our insurance and software products are used by thousands of properties nationally. We’ve built an efficient, high-growth organization by vertically integrating distribution, balance sheet risk, and claims adjusting. We’re three years old, profitable, and intent on building the best insurance provider in storage. 

We are looking for a Head of Talent to take ownership of our recruitment efforts and help us scale. This is a hands-on role where you’ll manage the full recruitment lifecycle, enhance our employer brand, and ensure we attract and retain the best talent to support our growth. This is a hybrid role based in downtown Austin, Texas.

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for all roles across the organization, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to identify talent needs, define job requirements, and implement customized recruitment strategies for each role.
• Source top talent through targeted outreach, leveraging job boards, professional networks, referrals, and creative sourcing techniques.
• Create and maintain a strong talent pipeline to meet current and future hiring needs.
• Enhance SafeLease’s employer brand by crafting job descriptions, updating career pages, and driving candidate-facing content that reflects our culture and values.
• Represent SafeLease at career fairs, networking events, and conferences to build awareness and attract high-quality candidates.
• Manage the candidate experience, ensuring each touchpoint reflects SafeLease’s professionalism and culture.
• Track and report on recruitment metrics, using data to drive improvements and streamline the hiring process.
• Stay informed on market trends and best practices to continuously refine and optimize recruitment strategies.

• 5 years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, ideally in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated success sourcing and hiring for a variety of roles, including technical, operational, and leadership positions.
• Hands-on and execution-focused, with the ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day recruitment tasks.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple roles and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to engage candidates and partner effectively with hiring managers.
• Proficient in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools, with a data-driven approach to recruitment.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, eager to roll up your sleeves and drive results.