Director of Talent Acquisition

About the role

We're looking for a strategic and hands-on Director of Talent Acquisition Partner to own and execute our entire recruiting function. You will be the architect of our talent strategy and the primary driver of our hiring success across all departments, from product to operations and leadership. As our talent acquisition leader, you'll have the unique opportunity to build and refine our recruiting processes, working directly with executives and hiring managers across the organization. You'll be instrumental in scaling our team as we continue to grow our crypto and fintech payment solutions, ensuring we attract top talent who can thrive in our fast-paced, innovative environment. This role is perfect for someone who loves wearing multiple hats, thrives on variety, and wants to make a direct impact on company growth. You'll need to be equally comfortable sourcing candidates for hard-to-fill technical roles and attending on-the-ground conferences, meet-ups, and events.

Responsibilities

• Own the full-cycle recruiting process from requisition intake through offer acceptance and onboarding across all departments, including Engineering, Product, Operations, Finance, Sales, and Executive roles
• Partner with hiring managers and leadership to understand business needs, define hiring criteria, and develop tailored sourcing strategies that align with company goals
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines through creative sourcing methods, including direct outreach, networking, referrals, and crypto/fintech communities - keeping passive candidates engaged and warm until they're ready to make a move
• Act as Stronghold's talent brand ambassador by confidently articulating our mission, products, and blockchain technology's impact on financial infrastructure to candidates at all levels
• Plan, host, and moderate recruiting events including tech talks, panels, happy hours, and networking sessions - managing all logistics and creating engaging experiences that showcase Stronghold's culture and opportunities
• Travel regularly (25-30% of time) to crypto conferences, blockchain meetups, hackathons, and top-tier universities to source talent, build relationships, and establish Stronghold's presence in the crypto/fintech ecosystem
• Lead employer branding efforts, including social media presence, job postings, and representing Stronghold at industry events
• Conduct market research and competitive intelligence to advise leadership on compensation benchmarking, talent market trends, and hiring strategies
• Manage the end-to-end candidate experience by coordinating interviews, facilitating debrief sessions, negotiating offers, and guiding hiring teams through structured decision-making
• Track and analyze recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, source of hire, candidate experience, event ROI) and continuously optimize processes based on data
• Leverage AI tools and external recruiting partners, agencies, and communities when needed to maximize efficiency and impact

Requirements

• 7+ years of proven full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 2 years recruiting for cryptocurrency, blockchain, or fintech companies (crypto experience is required)
• In-office attendance is required on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 AM to 5 PM weekly in San Francisco. Candidates within a 25-mile radius are strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success hiring across technical roles (software engineers, blockchain developers), business roles (product managers, operations), and leadership positions
• Strong sourcing skills with a proven track record of turning passive candidates into hires through creative channels, including LinkedIn, GitHub, crypto communities, and industry networks
• Experience planning, hosting, and moderating recruiting events - comfortable being on stage, facilitating discussions, and creating engaging candidate experiences
• Deep understanding of the crypto/Web3 talent landscape with the ability to speak credibly about blockchain technology, DeFi, and payments infrastructure
• Excellent stakeholder management and consulting skills with the ability to influence hiring managers at all levels while managing 10-15+ open requisitions simultaneously
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in modern recruiting tools (ATS systems like Greenhouse or Lever, LinkedIn Recruiter, AI recruiting tools)
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to sell

Benefits

Additional Information

Stronghold's mission is to provide fast, secure, and accessible financial services for all. Through our developer APIs, we enable pay-by-bank embedded payments and financial services while pushing the boundaries of financial innovation. Our SHx token is a key component of our ecosystem, supporting merchant rewards, DeFi-based financing, and governance. We're a fast-moving, data-driven team committed to compliance, scalability, and innovation. We value curiosity, autonomy, and creative problem solving and we're looking for someone excited to bring a marketing edge.

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