Senior Level Lead Recruiter Jobs
Senior level lead recruiter jobs place experienced professionals in ownership of enterprise-wide talent strategy, full-cycle recruiting programs, and the teams that deliver results against business goals. Openings are concentrated in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with a strong mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Airwallex, Invesco, and Oxfam America hiring at this level now.
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1st shift (United States of America)Please review the following job description:
Leads Wholesale Early Career Recruitment and manages a small to midsized team of experienced talent acquisition professionals. The role translates Enterprise and Wholesale talent strategies into recruiting plans for internship and full-time early career programs across Wholesale Banking. The leader will partner closely with senior business leaders, program leaders, HR partners, universities, and campus stakeholders to deliver competitive, compliant, and high-quality hiring outcomes. The leader oversees recruiting strategy, team execution, candidate evaluation, campus engagement, selection, onboarding coordination, metrics, and continuous improvement. Success requires strong knowledge of early career recruiting, financial services talent markets, and the accelerated recruiting cycles common to Investment Banking and related markets businesses.This is a 5 day, in-office role based in Charlotte or Atlanta, with regular business and campus travel required, particularly during peak recruiting seasons.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
1. Manages a talent acquisition team within Wholesale Banking Early Talent, leading a small to midsized team of experienced professionals to meet hiring needs.
2. Leads the strategy and execution of Wholesale Early Career Recruitment, including internship and full-time recruiting plans, campus engagement, interview and selection processes, offer strategy, and hiring delivery across supported Wholesale programs.
3. Builds trusted partnerships with Wholesale executives, program leaders, HR partners, and school stakeholders to align hiring demand, recruiting timelines, school strategy, candidate profiles, interviewer readiness, and decision-making accountability.
4. Translates talent acquisition strategies defined by senior management and executives into clear team objectives, workflows, and priorities, and is accountable for timely execution of plans.
5. Oversees day to day talent evaluation and selection activities, ensuring appropriate use of assessments, testing, ranking, and reference checking, and improving consistency and quality of hiring decisions.
6. Coordinates onboarding and induction activities for new teammates within the job area, working with managers to deliver a smooth and effective new hire experience.
7. Builds and maintains pipelines for key roles in the job area by managing relationships with selected third-party recruiting agencies and local external partners, and by adapting sourcing tactics within established guidelines.
8. Provides hands on leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to recruitment managers and individual contributors, fostering accountability, collaboration, and skill development.
9. Identifies and implements moderate to significant improvements to recruitment workflows, tools, and team practices to increase efficiency, quality, and candidate experience within the job area.
10. Monitors recruitment metrics and operational reports for the team, using insights to adjust execution plans and provide meaningful input into job area and departmental planning.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience.
2. Minimum of 7 or more years of experience in Human Resources or a related discipline.
3. Proficient knowledge of talent acquisition, teammate relations, benefits, compensation, and training.
4. Advanced leadership experience managing teams and recruitment operations.
5. Ability to travel up to 30%, primarily during peak recruiting seasons
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience leading university or early career recruiting for Wholesale Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, Capital Markets, or similarly competitive financial services programs.
2. Demonstrated experience managing accelerated recruiting cycles, complex stakeholder groups, multi-school strategies, and high-volume campus selection processes.
3. Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
4. Certifications in HR, Talent Development, or Program Management (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR, PMP).
5. Experience with internal mobility, succession planning, or career pathing frameworks to support talent growth.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
RegularLanguage Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)Please review the following job description:
Leads Wholesale Early Career Recruitment and manages a small to midsized team of experienced talent acquisition professionals. The role translates Enterprise and Wholesale talent strategies into recruiting plans for internship and full-time early career programs across Wholesale Banking. The leader will partner closely with senior business leaders, program leaders, HR partners, universities, and campus stakeholders to deliver competitive, compliant, and high-quality hiring outcomes. The leader oversees recruiting strategy, team execution, candidate evaluation, campus engagement, selection, onboarding coordination, metrics, and continuous improvement. Success requires strong knowledge of early career recruiting, financial services talent markets, and the accelerated recruiting cycles common to Investment Banking and related markets businesses.This is a 5 day, in-office role based in Charlotte or Atlanta, with regular business and campus travel required, particularly during peak recruiting seasons.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
1. Manages a talent acquisition team within Wholesale Banking Early Talent, leading a small to midsized team of experienced professionals to meet hiring needs.
2. Leads the strategy and execution of Wholesale Early Career Recruitment, including internship and full-time recruiting plans, campus engagement, interview and selection processes, offer strategy, and hiring delivery across supported Wholesale programs.
3. Builds trusted partnerships with Wholesale executives, program leaders, HR partners, and school stakeholders to align hiring demand, recruiting timelines, school strategy, candidate profiles, interviewer readiness, and decision-making accountability.
4. Translates talent acquisition strategies defined by senior management and executives into clear team objectives, workflows, and priorities, and is accountable for timely execution of plans.
5. Oversees day to day talent evaluation and selection activities, ensuring appropriate use of assessments, testing, ranking, and reference checking, and improving consistency and quality of hiring decisions.
6. Coordinates onboarding and induction activities for new teammates within the job area, working with managers to deliver a smooth and effective new hire experience.
7. Builds and maintains pipelines for key roles in the job area by managing relationships with selected third-party recruiting agencies and local external partners, and by adapting sourcing tactics within established guidelines.
8. Provides hands on leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to recruitment managers and individual contributors, fostering accountability, collaboration, and skill development.
9. Identifies and implements moderate to significant improvements to recruitment workflows, tools, and team practices to increase efficiency, quality, and candidate experience within the job area.
10. Monitors recruitment metrics and operational reports for the team, using insights to adjust execution plans and provide meaningful input into job area and departmental planning.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience.
2. Minimum of 7 or more years of experience in Human Resources or a related discipline.
3. Proficient knowledge of talent acquisition, teammate relations, benefits, compensation, and training.
4. Advanced leadership experience managing teams and recruitment operations.
5. Ability to travel up to 30%, primarily during peak recruiting seasons
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience leading university or early career recruiting for Wholesale Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, Capital Markets, or similarly competitive financial services programs.
2. Demonstrated experience managing accelerated recruiting cycles, complex stakeholder groups, multi-school strategies, and high-volume campus selection processes.
3. Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
4. Certifications in HR, Talent Development, or Program Management (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR, PMP).
5. Experience with internal mobility, succession planning, or career pathing frameworks to support talent growth.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work
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Senior Level Lead Recruiter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level lead recruiter job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned recruiting programs end to end, not just filled requisitions. Demonstrating that you have built or redesigned a process, led a team of recruiters, and influenced hiring strategy at the leadership level is what separates strong applicants. A portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as reduced time-to-fill or improved offer acceptance rates, gives you a clear edge over candidates with similar tenure.
Which companies hire senior level lead recruiters?
Companies hiring senior level lead recruiters right now include Airwallex, Invesco, and Oxfam America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is driven by large enterprises scaling specialized functions and high-growth organizations building out their talent acquisition infrastructure for the first time.
Are there remote senior level lead recruiter jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and function. About 35% of senior level lead recruiter openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility for experienced talent acquisition leaders who can operate autonomously. Fully on-site roles tend to be tied to companies building or restructuring their internal recruiting teams and wanting direct leadership presence.
What makes a lead recruiter role senior level?
Senior level lead recruiter roles go beyond managing a requisition load. They involve setting recruiting strategy, owning pipeline quality and process design, mentoring junior and mid-level recruiters, and partnering directly with business leaders on workforce planning. The scope is organization-wide rather than team-specific, and the expectation is that you drive outcomes independently rather than executing against someone else's framework.
Which industries hire the most senior level lead recruiters?
Senior Level lead recruiter roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have complex, high-volume, or highly competitive hiring needs that require experienced talent acquisition leadership to build and maintain effective pipelines at scale.