Senior recruiter jobs in Rhode Island

The Senior Private Bank Recruiter is responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment for Private Bank roles, including relationship managers, lending specialists, underwriters, and support staff. This position partners closely with business leaders, HR, and hiring managers to deliver strategic talent acquisition solutions that align with the Private Bank's growth objectives and market expansion. Acting as a trusted Talent Advisor, the recruiter provides market insights, advises on role definitions, and ensures a seamless candidate experience from sourcing through onboarding. To thrive as a colleague at Citizens, candidates must demonstrate a strong customer-centric mindset, exhibit persistence and resilience in the face of challenges, and embrace continuous learning to adapt and grow in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities · Lead end-to-end recruitment for Private Bank positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management. · Partner with business leaders to understand hiring needs, role requirements, and organizational structure. · Advise on job descriptions, compensation, and role definitions, adapting to ongoing changes in Private Bank hierarchy and responsibilities. · Provide market intelligence on talent availability, competitive landscape, and best practices for attracting top talent. · Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract diverse, high-caliber candidates through referrals, networking, and digital platforms. · Facilitate behavioral interviews and candidate assessments, ensuring alignment with business strategy and culture. · Manage candidate pipelines, track progress, and communicate proactively with stakeholders throughout the process. · Support employer brand initiatives, including career page development and marketing materials for Private Bank roles. · Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws, regulations, and internal policies. · Mentor junior recruiters and contribute to talent development initiatives, such as internship programs and onboarding processes. · Maintain accurate records and reporting for all recruitment activities. Core Competencies + Organizational Excellence: Ability to create custom trackers and leverage technology to manage data and relationships effectively. + Relationship Development & Management: Proven experience building strong partnerships through accessibility, consistent follow-up, and reliable delivery. + Influence: Skilled at shaping decisions and outcomes through strong communication, credibility, and relationship-building. + Resourcefulness & Compliance: Adept at navigating processes and regulatory guidelines to ensure accuracy, speed, and agility. + Critical Thinking & Decision-Making: Comfortable working in ambiguity, applying sound judgment, business ethics, and risk awareness. + Risk Identification & Mitigation: Ability to assess and manage risk, including determining alternative approaches or canceling requests when necessary. + Negotiation: Skilled in reaching mutually beneficial agreements while balancing business objectives and compliance requirements. Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred. + 5+ years of experience in recruiting, with a focus on financial services, wealth management, or private banking. + Proven track record of recruiting for specialized banking roles (e.g., relationship managers, lending specialists, underwriters). + Strong advisory skills with the ability to influence and guide hiring managers on talent strategy and market trends. + Deep understanding of Private Bank organizational structures, role definitions, and compensation practices. + Experience conducting behavioral interviews and candidate assessments. + Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills. + Ability to manage multiple requisitions and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. + Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, recruiting platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite. + Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices. + Knowledge of relevant employment laws and compliance requirements. Hours and Work Schedule: Hours per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday-Friday + Alternative locations considered for internal candidates Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $107,120-$125,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens' paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit ************************************** . Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance. Equal Employment Opportunity Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability. Why Work for Us At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth Background Check Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information. 12/31/2025