Head of Recruiting (FinTech/Start-up)

Our client is a mature FinTech Start-up seeking to add a Head of (Tech) Recruiter / Bus Dev Specialist, this role will be responsible for firms Human Capital Markets growth (with plans to add 20-30 Senior Technologists/Engineers/and Data Scientists in 2025)

This is a perfect opportunity for a Senior Recruiter who has a proven track record of effectively Recruiting Engineers/Quants/and top tier Data Scientist within Alternative Investments/ Financial Sector/Tech Firms/competitors and/or Big (Tech) Data Firms.

Ideal individual must be a true thought leader who embraces challenges with a decisive solution oriented approach.

Essential Functions: (Includes but not limited to):

• Execute and oversee Data Science/Engineers and Quant Research talent searches across firm, proactively building a pipeline of candidates for succession planning.
• Manage strategic direction and execution of Firmwide talent programs that focus on cultivating, engaging and developing future leaders
• Develop, implement, and coordinate targeted sourcing strategies to engage with active and passive talent
• Leverage recruiting data to prepare ongoing recruiting updates for hiring managers.
• Serve as a trusted partner, advising leadership and employees at all levels on talent matters, including performance, career development, and organizational culture.
• Oversee new business development efforts across fund, including but not limited to sourcing, vetting and procuring new talent for firm
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure the effectiveness of sourcing strategies, providing insights for continuous improvement in the recruitment process
• Manage and mentor junior members of internal sourcing and recruiting teams.
• Developed and optimized workflows and processes to meet KPI’s, maximizing the recruitment team’s success and efficiency
• Created standardized technical and behavioral assessments in the screening and interview process to test for certain skills, resulting in more qualified and interested candidates.
• Develop market intelligence analytics reports of competing firms
• Drive use of analytics related to market trends, including industry and benchmarking reports, to inform strategic decisions, workforce planning and promotion criteria
• Responsible for sourcing and vetting TOP Talent from creative arenas
• Communicate news and vital information to Senior Stakeholders
• Develop, prepare, and analyze reports with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Manage Recruitment process: post ads on recruitment & professional websites; track, schedule and communicate with all applicants
• Manage employee referral process including background checks, orientation, benefits enrollment, and employee engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; a minimum 5+ years related Technical Recruiting professional experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior Tech/Start-up Experience Required
• Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration and applicable federal and state laws.
• Familiar with laws and regulations associated with Industry non-competes
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to listen effectively.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Our client is a mature FinTech Start-up seeking to add a Head of (Tech) Recruiter / Bus Dev Specialist, this role will be responsible for firms Human Capital Markets growth (with plans to add 20-30 Senior Technologists/Engineers/and Data Scientists in 2025)

This is a perfect opportunity for a Senior Recruiter who has a proven track record of effectively Recruiting Engineers/Quants/and top tier Data Scientist within Alternative Investments/ Financial Sector/Tech Firms/competitors and/or Big (Tech) Data Firms.

Ideal individual must be a true thought leader who embraces challenges with a decisive solution oriented approach.

Essential Functions: (Includes but not limited to):

• Execute and oversee Data Science/Engineers and Quant Research talent searches across firm, proactively building a pipeline of candidates for succession planning.
• Manage strategic direction and execution of Firmwide talent programs that focus on cultivating, engaging and developing future leaders
• Develop, implement, and coordinate targeted sourcing strategies to engage with active and passive talent
• Leverage recruiting data to prepare ongoing recruiting updates for hiring managers.
• Serve as a trusted partner, advising leadership and employees at all levels on talent matters, including performance, career development, and organizational culture.
• Oversee new business development efforts across fund, including but not limited to sourcing, vetting and procuring new talent for firm
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure the effectiveness of sourcing strategies, providing insights for continuous improvement in the recruitment process
• Manage and mentor junior members of internal sourcing and recruiting teams.
• Developed and optimized workflows and processes to meet KPI’s, maximizing the recruitment team’s success and efficiency
• Created standardized technical and behavioral assessments in the screening and interview process to test for certain skills, resulting in more qualified and interested candidates.
• Develop market intelligence analytics reports of competing firms
• Drive use of analytics related to market trends, including industry and benchmarking reports, to inform strategic decisions, workforce planning and promotion criteria
• Responsible for sourcing and vetting TOP Talent from creative arenas
• Communicate news and vital information to Senior Stakeholders
• Develop, prepare, and analyze reports with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Manage Recruitment process: post ads on recruitment & professional websites; track, schedule and communicate with all applicants
• Manage employee referral process including background checks, orientation, benefits enrollment, and employee engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; a minimum 5+ years related Technical Recruiting professional experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior Tech/Start-up Experience Required
• Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration and applicable federal and state laws.
• Familiar with laws and regulations associated with Industry non-competes
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to listen effectively.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.