[Remote] Recruiting Partner
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lithia & Driveway is a company focused on delivering convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle. The Recruiting Partner is responsible for identifying and hiring culturally aligned talent, emphasizing relationship building with hiring managers and candidates, and engaging with the community to ensure long-term success of hires.
Responsibilities
- Partner with hiring managers to define selection criteria for open positions and select the best candidates for hire
- Collaborate with hiring managers across various departments to ensure a seamless and effective recruitment process
- Coach hiring managers on effective interviewing, candidate feedback, and selection processes
- Provide hiring managers with detailed summaries on all screened candidates
- Source talent through active and passive methods, including events, databases, referrals, and direct outreach
- Screen all candidates for culture-fit, quality, and long-term potential
- Ensure a positive candidate experience through clear and timely communication from sourcing through onboarding
- When possible, prioritize hiring culturally aligned talent over experience and trainable skills
- Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Managers to proactively anticipate internal movement and plan for future openings
- Maintain long-term relationships with high potential hires ensuring role satisfaction
- Recruit and align high potential candidates to early career pipeline programs including internships, rotational programs, and technician apprenticeships
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring needs
- Collaborate with store leadership to convert early career talent into hires and identify opportunities to leverage pipeline programs
- Build and maintain partnerships with schools and other market partners
- Represent the organization at career fairs, recruitment events, and other community outreach initiatives
Skills
- Experience in high-volume, full-cycle recruiting (automotive or retail a plus)
- Strong ability to build relationships and influence at all levels
- A proactive, results-driven mindset with a sense of urgency
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
- High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Lithia Learning Center
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Wellness Programs
Company Overview