Investor Relations Associate

Background

Recognized as one of the nation’s leading community development financial institutions in the nation, HOPE exists to expand access to financial services and engage in advocacy to mitigate the extent to which factors such as race, gender, birthplace and wealth limit one’s ability to prosper. Since 1994, HOPE has invested billions of dollars that have benefitted more than 3 million people in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee and nationwide. This work has supported small business owners struggling to gain access to capital, families seeking to own homes and individuals looking for a better way to manage their hard-earned money with a financial institution they can trust. This work has not gone unrecognized.  In 2022, HOPE was named one of reflecting current events. The recognition honors companies for innovative work on the most pressing issues of the day including COVID-19 response, the climate crisis, and economic inequality.

Summary

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist II at HOPE, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s future by identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support our mission-driven work. This position involves managing the full recruitment cycle, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding candidates for a variety of roles across the credit union. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies, ensuring a diverse and qualified workforce. Additionally, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes, fostering a positive candidate experience and supporting the growth and success of HOPE.

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruitment:
  • Lead and execute all stages of the recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
  • Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates through various channels (e.g., job boards, social media, networking, and partnerships with educational institutions).
• Collaboration with Hiring Managers:
  • Partner with department managers to identify staffing needs and job requirements for open positions.
  • Provide guidance and support to hiring managers throughout the recruitment process, including interview techniques and candidate evaluation.
• Candidate Experience:
  • Ensure a positive and professional experience for all candidates by maintaining timely communication and providing feedback throughout the recruitment process.
  • Coordinate and conduct interviews and assessments
• Employer Branding:
  • Promote Hope Credit Union as an employer of choice by highlighting the organization’s mission, culture, and benefits in all recruitment materials and interactions.
  • Participate in career fairs, networking events, and other outreach activities to increase brand awareness and attract talent.
• Data Management and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
  • Analyze recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on hiring activities, trends, and outcomes to inform strategic decision-making.
• Process Improvement:
  • Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to recruitment and employment.
• Diversity and Inclusion:
  • Actively support and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in all recruitment efforts.
  • Develop strategies to reach and engage underrepresented talent pools.

Competencies

• Organizational Awareness
  • Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities, perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization.
• Results Orientation
  • Being persistent and showing perseverance on achieving concrete and tangible results out of personal responsibility; getting optimum results from situations and being ready to take action and show tenacity in case of obstacles or resistance.
• Accountability
  • Accepting responsibility that results in anticipation/prevention of problem areas from actions, and problem solving inside and outside the department/organization.
• Decision Making
  • Drawing correct and realistic conclusions and making timely decisions based on available information
• Persuasiveness
  • Presenting an idea or plan in a way that persuades others to adopt a certain stand.
• Teamwork
  • Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal and contributing to team development and effective team dynamics.

Requirements

Desired Qualifications

• 3-5 years of recruiting experience specifically within the banking or financial services industry preferred
• Proven track record in recruiting for various roles within banking and financial services, including commercial banking, retail banking, financial advisors, compliance officers, loan officers, etc.
• Experience with diversity recruitment initiatives
• Familiarity with high-volume recruitment and managing multiple requisitions simultaneously.

Compensation and Benefits

Medical, vision, dental, 401k, std

How to Apply

Apply today at https://hopecu.org/about/careers/