Recruiter & Human Resources Lead

Recruiting & Human Resources Lead

Heritage Properties is a third-generation multifamily development and property management company headquartered in Lowell. We develop, acquire, and operate market-rate and workforce housing throughout Lowell and secondary New England markets. We believe great companies are built by great people. We are searching for a Recruiting & Human Resources Lead that will ensure Heritage Properties consistently attracts, hires, and retains top talent across every division of the organization. The Recruiting & Human Resources Lead, will own the People function for Heritage Properties. The primary responsibility is to build and maintain a talent pipeline that gives the company a competitive advantage. Creating the systems, processes, and relationships necessary to ensure there is always access to exceptional candidates before positions become urgent.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a proactive pipeline of qualified candidates across property management, construction, asset management, accounting, finance, and corporate functions.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting from sourcing through offer acceptance.
• Own and enforce Heritage Properties' structured hiring process based on the principles outlined in WHO by Geoff Smart and Randy Street
• Collaborate closely with division leaders across construction, property management, finance, and operations.
• Take ownership of onboarding processes and employee integration.
• Manage core HR systems, documentation, and employee records.

Qualifications Required

• 5+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, HR leadership, or a related people-focused role.
• Proven experience building candidate pipelines and sourcing passive talent.
• Experience recruiting across multiple business functions and levels.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building abilities.

Preferred

• Experience in real estate, property management, construction, development, finance, or related industries.
• Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System).
• Experience implementing structured hiring methodologies such as WHO, Topgrading, or competency-based interviewing frameworks.
• Experience leading onboarding and HR operations in a growing organization.

Who You Are

• A proactive talent builder who develops relationships before positions become available.
• A systems thinker who creates repeatable processes and continuously improves them.
• A data-driven professional who uses metrics to measure success and identify opportunities.
• A strong recruiter who knows how to attract, engage, and close top talent.

Why Join Heritage Properties?

• Opportunity to build and lead the People function during a pivotal stage of growth.
• Direct access to company leadership and meaningful influence on organizational success.
• Ability to create systems and processes that will shape the future of the company.
• Long-term career growth within a growing real estate organization.
• Work with a leadership team committed to accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Onsite In Person Competitive salary based on experience Benefits That Support You

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Your Birthday Off (Paid!)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Employer-paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental Insurance (Altus Dental)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a Financial Planner

Heritage Properties is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.