Recruiting Partner

Lithia & Driveway

Recruiting Partner responsible for sourcing and hiring diverse talent for Lithia & Driveway. Collaborating with hiring managers and community partners to build a strong recruitment pipeline.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

full-cycle recruitinghigh-volume recruitingcandidate screeningtalent sourcingrelationship building

Soft Skills

communicationorganizational skillsattention to detailproactive mindsetresults-driveninfluenceability to manage multiple priorities

Certifications

Associate’s degree in HRBachelor’s degree in HRBachelor’s degree in Business