Hybrid Director of Talent Acquisition

at Stronghold

• Job title: Director of Talent Acquisition
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $200,000 - $240,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Web3
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Francisco, United States

About the role

• Director of Talent Acquisition at Stronghold, a fintech infrastructure company reimagining money movement. Leading full-cycle recruiting for diverse roles across product, operations, and leadership.

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 candidates on Stronghold's mission and create compelling narratives
• Self-starter mentality with high ownership, accountability, and natural relationship-building abilities
• Comfortable with regular travel and flexible schedule to attend evening/weekend events, conferences, and campus recruiting trips

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule: Getting the job done isn't always 9 AM to 5 PM. Determine your working hours so you get things done when it works for you and your family.
• Health Care: We offer options that keep you and your family covered.
• Hybrid Work Environment: We embrace the hybrid in-office and work-from-home culture. In-office attendance is required on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 AM to 5 PM. However, this is subject to change.
• Learning Credits: Curiosity and lifelong learning are core values at Stronghold. We want to provide you with the resources you need to continue expanding and growing as an individual.
• Flexible Vacation: We offer flexible vacation so you can get the time off you need that works for you