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Director of Talent Acquisition
Location: Greater Boston Area (Needham, MA)
Company: The Bulfinch Group
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Director
About The Bulfinch Group
The Bulfinch Group is a comprehensive financial services firm dedicated to building meaningful, long-term relationships with clients and team members. As we continue to grow, we are expanding our leadership team and seeking a dynamic, driven, and relationship‑oriented Director of Talent Acquisition to lead our recruiting strategy and elevate our firm’s talent pipeline.
Position Overview
The Director of Talent Acquisition is responsible for developing and executing a strategic recruiting vision that attracts top-tier candidates for the Financial Representative (FR) role. This leader will oversee the Talent Acquisition team, manage the full-cycle selection process, and cultivate a strong, diverse pipeline through both personal and impersonal sourcing channels.
This role is ideal for a seasoned recruiting professional who thrives in a relationship-driven environment, enjoys building culture, and is motivated by growth—including future partnership opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Talent Acquisition team, including an Associate Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Coordinator.
- Build and execute a comprehensive recruiting strategy aligned with firm goals.
- Elevate the candidate experience through consistent communication, process improvements, and best practices.
Candidate Sourcing & Pipeline Development
- Identify and attract Financial Representative candidates through personal networking and relationship-building.
- Prospect through personal sources such as:
- Existing Bulfinch FRs and staff
- Centers of Influence and nominators
- Professional and personal networks
- Community involvement and observatoin
- Networking groups
- Seminar recruiting
- Source candidates through impersonal channels, including:
- Approved social media platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.)
- College career centers and job fairs
- Advertising and direct mail campaigns
- Licensed producer lists (Discovery Database, etc.)
Recruiting & Selection Process
- Conduct initial screenings and primary interviews.
- Guide candidates through the full recruiting and selection lifecycle.
- Maintain accurate and timely candidate data within Smart Recruiting.
- Participate in weekly recruiting meetings, providing updates, insights, and recommendations.
- Attend recruiting and training conferences/teleconferences and implement new strategies and ideas.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Is a proven leader and culture builder with strong interpersonal skills.
- Is self-motivated, energetic, and passionate about helping others succeed.
- Thrives on expanding their network and cultivating long-term relationships.
- Is highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
- Has 5–10 years of recruitment experience, ideally with leadership responsibilities.
- Is seeking long-term career growth, including future partnership opportunities.
- Holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
What We Offer
- A collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on personal and professional growth.
- Leadership opportunities with a clear path for advancement.
- Competitive compensation structure.
- Access to ongoing training, development programs, and industry conferences.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the firm’s growth and success.
Compensation:
Base salary range: $80,000-150,000 per year.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their experience and interest in the role.
Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC. OSJ: 160 Gould Street, Suite 310, Needham, MA 02494, 781-449-4402. PAS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. The Peters Group is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. 8949188.1 Exp 5/28
Salary : $80,000 - $150,000