Talent Acquisition Specialist (Sales)
About the role
At Lendbuzz, we believe financial opportunity should be more personalized and fair. We develop innovative technologies that provide underserved and overlooked borrowers with better access to credit. From our employees to our dealers, partners, and borrowers, we’ve built a company and a culture around a resolute belief in the promise and power of diversity. We value independent and critical thinking.
Key Responsibilities:
Own full-cycle recruiting for sales roles across multiple regions - from opening req to signed offer - while also supporting the broader Corporate TA team on roles across other functions as needed
Act as a trusted, consultative talent advisor to regional sales leadership and hiring managers, guiding selection strategy, market alignment, and candidate assessment throughout the hiring lifecycle
Design and execute targeted sourcing strategies using various channels to attract, engage, and build pipelines of top-tier passive candidates
Evaluate incoming applicants, curate high-caliber shortlists, and maintain meticulous candidate tracking within the ATS to ensure high pipeline health and data integrity
Conduct comprehensive recruiter screens to evaluate candidates’ technical qualifications, sales track record, communication, and organizational fit
Manage end-to-end interview scheduling and panel logistics, providing a frictionless candidate experience with high operational accuracy
Clearly articulate complex sales compensation models - including base salary, on-target earning (OTE), commission structures, and mileage reimbursement- ensuring alignment and buy-in early in the process
Extend, negotiate, and close competitive offers while driving a high-touch, memorable candidate experience
Maintain transparent, proactive communication with hiring teams by delivering regular pipeline reports, flagging bottlenecks early, and providing actionable solutions
Partner with Corporate TA leadership to refine intake workflows, streamline sales hiring operations, and contribute to quarterly headcount planning and resource allocation
Key Requirements:
3+ years of end-to-end talent acquisition experience, with a proven track record managing multiple requisitions in a high-volume, fast-paced corporate environment
Strong expertise sourcing and hiring sales talent, with an intuitive understanding of sales competencies, performance metrics, and candidate motivation
Background or familiarity within automotive finance, dealership sales, or financial services is strongly preferred
Proficiency with enterprise applicant tracking systems; direct, hands-on experience using Lever is a plus
Familiarity with complex sales compensation models, including commission tiers, and on-target earning (OTE) calculations, with the ability to explain them clearly to candidates
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build credibility quickly and influence hiring leaders at all levels
Highly organized and self-directed, with a track record of driving multiple regional searches simultaneously while proactively identifying pipeline risks and resolving blockers before they impact hiring goals