Pontera is a fintech company on a mission to help people retire better. Our software platform enables retirement savers to get the help they need managing their 401(k) and other retirement plan accounts as part of a personalized strategy by their trusted financial advisor.
Pontera is used by financial advisors across the nation– from SMB to Fortune 500 RIA firms, independent broker-dealers, plan custodians, and plan advisors.
Backed by leading venture capital firms including ICONIQ Growth and Lightspeed Venture Partners, Pontera is built by talented individuals who share a dedication to helping people retire with greater security.
Our team is fast-growing and driven to become one of the largest fintech companies in the world. Our culture is built on a people-first principle: in a complex and numbers-driven industry, we never lose sight of the people we serve and work alongside. That’s where you come in.
Pontera is looking for an exceptional full-lifecycle Recruiter to join our People team. You will be responsible for driving our talent acquisition strategy and helping achieve the company’s growth objectives. You will be trusted as the expert in sourcing and attracting top industry talent and collaborate with the leadership team to help scale the team.
At Pontera, we are proud of our People-First mentality, and you will be a steward of culture to ensure we continue to prioritize our people. You will have the unique and exciting opportunity to be part of a team whose mission is to scale Pontera into one of the largest FinTech companies in the world. You’ll find yourself with a massive opportunity for growth, with support from management and mentors. You’ll gain invaluable experience and real-time gratification in a place where your work and your efforts will be instantly seen and felt.
- Own and manage a full life cycle recruiting process, creating an incomparably positive end-to-end interview experience for candidates
- Source and attract high-caliber talent, and effectively convert passive candidates
- Develop creative sourcing strategies catered to each role
- Collaborate with cross-functional hiring managers to understand hiring needs and advise on the sourcing, evaluation, and closing process
- Work closely with the Chief People Officer to forecast hiring needs and identify strategies to fill open roles
- Conduct candidate screening and facilitate debrief sessions with hiring teams
- Effectively extend and negotiate employment offers
- 3+ years of recruiting experience. Previous startup experience and experience hiring sales and marketing professionals is a major plus.
- A competitive nature and a passion for recruiting the best talent
- Impeccable attention to detail and exceptional communication skills (verbal and written)
- Highly proficient at working cross-functionally with leaders
- A positive attitude and a commitment to creating the best candidate experience
- Self-motivated and results-driven
- Experience working with an ATS (Bonus points if you have experience with Greenhouse)
WHAT WE OFFER
- Compensation: $100,000 to $130,000 annually
- Opportunity: Have a major impact at a fast-growing startup that is revolutionizing the FinTech industry
- Team Culture: A collegial, collaborative, fun work environment with frequent team events
- Equity: All new hires are eligible for equity grant participation
- Healthcare: Comprehensive & affordable insurance benefits with a variety of plan options
- Retirement: 401(k) with employer match & employer-sponsored access to a retirement advisor
- Family Benefits: Paid parental leave & reimbursement program for family planning services (such as fertility treatments, adoption, or surrogacy
- Professional Development: Sponsored learning & development program (to cover classes, certifications, and more!)
- Food Perks: Fully stocked kitchen & lunch reimbursement program
- Work Flexibility: A hybrid office work model (In-Office Tues/Weds/Thurs and WFH Mon/Fri) & generous PTO day
Pontera is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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