Business Recruiting Lead

As a Business Recruiting Lead at Stepful, you'll be responsible for driving full-cycle recruiting efforts for key business functions including Sales, Student Operations, Finance, and G&A. You'll manage a high-volume recruiting strategy and team, overseeing the hiring of instructors and coaches, while partnering closely with business leaders to define roles and improve hiring processes.

To be considered for the Business Recruiting Lead role at Stepful, candidates should have at least 6 years of recruiting experience, especially within high-growth startup environments. A strong background in managing high-volume hiring processes, excellent project management skills, and the ability to adapt to fast-paced changes are essential for success in this position.

Stepful emphasizes equitable hiring practices as a core value. As a Business Recruiting Lead, you'll play a key role in building hiring infrastructure that promotes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all candidates receive fair consideration while enhancing training for interviewers and hiring managers to facilitate effective and unbiased hiring.

The work culture at Stepful is collaborative and mission-driven, focused on making healthcare careers more accessible. As a Business Recruiting Lead, you'll join a team that values humility, ambition, and real impact, providing a supportive environment where your contributions help shape the company’s growth and success.

The recruitment process for the Business Recruiting Lead role at Stepful includes an initial application review followed by interviews with HR and key stakeholders within the company. Candidates can expect discussions about their relevant experience, strategic vision for recruiting, and how they would align with Stepful's mission and values.

To manage high-volume recruiting effectively, it’s crucial to develop a streamlined process that allows for scale without sacrificing quality. Leverage technology to automate scheduling and screening, and ensure your team is well-trained on interview techniques. Regularly assess the strategy to continuously improve your approach based on feedback.

Partnering with business leaders requires clear communication and understanding their needs. Schedule regular check-ins to discuss hiring goals, provide updates on the pipeline, and gather insights on market trends. Utilize data to inform your strategies and collaborate on refining job descriptions to attract the right candidates.

Definitely! In my previous role, I noticed that our time-to-hire for a particular role was significantly higher than industry standards. By implementing structured interview techniques and training the hiring team, we reduced time-to-hire by 30%, while also improving candidate satisfaction scores.

My approach to candidate sourcing involves a multi-channel strategy that includes leveraging social media, job boards, and networking events. I also prioritize building a strong employer brand and utilizing employee referrals to attract top talent. Analyzing sourcing data helps me refine my strategies for better results.

Prioritizing roles involves a combination of understanding business needs and timelines. I assess the urgency of each position, potential impact on the organization, and the complexity of recruiting for that role. Regular communication with stakeholders helps me stay informed and adapt priorities as needed.

I track several metrics to measure recruiting success, including time-to-fill, quality of hire, candidate satisfaction scores, and diversity hiring metrics. These KPIs provide insights into the effectiveness of our strategies and help identify areas for improvement.

To ensure a positive candidate experience, I focus on clear communication and transparency throughout the recruitment process. Providing timely updates, personalized feedback, and a welcoming interview atmosphere are key elements. I also ensure that candidates know they are valued and respected regardless of the outcome.

Staying updated on trends in recruiting for the healthcare sector involves continuous learning through industry publications, attending conferences, and networking with other professionals. Engaging with experts and participating in relevant online forums help me stay informed about changes that could affect our recruiting strategies.

One challenge I foresee is the increasing competition for talent across industries. To address this, I would focus on employer branding, creating an attractive candidate experience, and enhancing our outreach efforts to underrepresented communities to ensure a diverse and qualified talent pool.

I am drawn to the role of Business Recruiting Lead at Stepful because of the company's mission to make healthcare careers more accessible. The opportunity to shape recruiting processes and build a high-performing team excites me. I align with Stepful's vision and values, and I believe my experience can contribute positively to this mission.