Recruiting Partner

Lithia

Recruiting Partner responsible for identifying and hiring culturally aligned talent for Lithia & Driveway. Collaborate with hiring managers and ensure a seamless recruitment process across various departments.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeTroy • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $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
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

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 sourcinginterviewingcandidate feedbackonboardingrelationship managementpipeline programsattention to detail

Soft Skills

relationship buildinginfluenceproactive mindsetresults-drivencommunicationorganizational skillsmulti-priority management

Certifications

Associate’s degree in HRBachelor’s degree in HRAssociate’s degree in BusinessBachelor’s degree in Business