Lead Recruiter

Sabre; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and performance-based

Flexible work options

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Generous PTO and holidays

Strong retirement planning support

Family-friendly benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sabre in Southlake, TX is seeking an experienced Lead Recruiter to guide end-to-end recruiting for Commercial & Marketing roles within a global Talent Acquisition team. You will partner with hiring managers across time zones to shape hiring strategies, build diverse pipelines, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.

You will lead senior-level searches, leverage AI and modern sourcing tools, and mentor peers while driving employer branding and analytics to improve hiring outcomes for

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Talent Acquisition focusing on commercial roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-lifecycle recruitment for commercial and marketing roles.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Commercial hiring

Marketing hiring

Stakeholder management

LinkedIn Recruiter

Workday ATS

Sourcing

Data-driven hiring

AI in recruitment

Senior-level search

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Workday

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Lead Recruiter to join our global Talent Acquisition team, based out of our Southlake office. In this role, you will lead end-to-end recruitment for critical positions within our Commercial & Marketing Business Units, partnering closely with hiring managers and business leaders across global teams.

You will bring strong expertise in sales and marketing hiring, talent market intelligence, stakeholder management and proactive sourcing. As a trusted talent advisor, you will help shape hiring strategies, build diverse talent pipelines and deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience across our international network.

What You'll Do

• End-to-End Recruitment: Lead full-lifecycle hiring for commercial and marketing roles (Sales & Account Management, Service Delivery, Sales Ops, BI & Strategy, Product Marketing, Creative Design).
• Strategic Partnering: Conduct intake sessions and partner with global leaders to align hiring strategies with business needs.
• Proactive Sourcing & Pipelines: Leverage LinkedIn Recruiter, networks, and innovative tools to build diverse talent pipelines for current and future roles.
• Talent Advisory: Guide hiring managers with market intelligence, competitive insights, and compensation trends.
• Global Collaboration: Work across time zones with TA colleagues and international stakeholders while driving employer branding and initiatives.
• Process & Mentorship: Track recruitment metrics to improve hiring efficiency, and mentor fellow team members.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: 7+ years in Talent Acquisition focusing on commercial roles (marketing hiring experience is a plus).
• Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of commercial and marketing functions (Sales Leadership, Strategy, Analytics, Brand, Demand Gen, Product Marketing).
• Search Expertise: Proven track record managing senior-level searches and converting passive candidates in fast-paced, matrixed organizations.
• Stakeholder & Data Skills: Strong influence, stakeholder management, and a data-driven approach to recruitment.
• AI & Recruitment Tech: Proven experience leveraging AI tools in recruitment alongside hands-on proficiency with ATS platforms (Workday preferred), LinkedIn Recruiter, and modern sourcing technologies.
• Execution: Consultative approach with the ability to balance multiple high-priority searches without compromising quality.

What Will Make You Successful

• Strategic, long-term mindset that goes beyond filling open headcount.
• Confidence partnering with and influencing senior commercial and marketing executives.
• Agility and cultural adaptability when working in a global, matrixed team.
• Commitment to building inclusive, high-performing teams and delivering a top-tier candidate experience.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping commercial and marketing talent acquisition from our Southlake office while collaborating as part of a dynamic, global TA team. You will have the platform to influence hiring strategy, solve complex talent challenges, build impactful talent pipelines, and make a direct contribution to the growth and success of the business worldwide.

Benefits That Support You

We know support looks different for everyone. That is why Sabre offers benefits beyond medical and financial coverage, with programs designed to support your well‑being, growth and life outside work:

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonuses
• Flexible work options
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Generous PTO and holidays
• Strong retirement planning support
• Family-friendly benefits
• Professional development opportunities