Contract Corporate Recruiter

GAINSCO Inc., is a property and casualty insurance holding company. Through our insurance brand, GAINSCO Auto Insurance®, we concentrate our efforts on the non-standard personal automobile market, specializing in minimum-limits personal auto insurance. GAINSCO was established in 1978 as a Texas corporation and is based in Dallas, with a regional office in Miami. Our insurance operations are conducted through MGA Insurance Company Inc., a Texas corporation.

GAINSCO is seeking a Contract Corporate Recruiter for an indefinite contract. The Contract Recruiter will be responsible for full lifecycle recruiting across multiple business units. Recruitment will include exempt and non-exempt positions.

• Meet with hiring managers to develop a complete understanding of each opening
• Develop an appropriate strategy with the hiring team for attracting qualified candidates.
• Develop creative sourcing solutions for filling difficult positions by using knowledge of current external recruiting practices and trends.
• Proactively and effectively “Hunt” for candidates deemed to be potential candidates
• “Farm” the internal applicant tracking database and external databases for candidates. Cold calling of candidates required.
• Accurately maintain and update applicant-tracking system (HRSmart)
• Drive the closure of open requisition by diligently following up with hiring managers and managing the recruiting process.
• Prioritize multiple functions and tasks and manage work time efficiently.
• Proven ability to consistently and positively contribute in an extremely fast-paced, changing, and high growth environment
• Passion for and dedication to bringing top talent to GAINSCO

• BA/BS degree preferred
• 2+ years proven recruiting experience in a corporate or third party environment in the P&C insurance industry preferred.
• Proficient with the use of technology such as, Monster, CareerBuilder, LinkedIn, etc, to proactively source candidates
• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and work well in an environment with competing demands.
• Ability to confidently influence and negotiate with candidates of various levels of experience
• Ability to work well in an extremely fast-paced, changing, and high growth environment is essential
• Ideal candidate will be passionate about recruiting and will have the ability to persevere through multiple obstacles to get the job done
• Self-managed and driven to exceed goals
• Regular attendance