Founding Recruiter

About Vega The $250B insurance claims industry runs on fax machines, phone tag, and adjusters buried in paperwork. Cycle times stretch for months. Data is locked in legacy systems. And the workforce is aging out faster than it's being replaced. Vega is the premier AI-native claims TPA built to replace that entire stack. Our team is equal parts experienced insurance operators and modern technologists. We care deeply about delivering superior outcomes for our clients, and we want builders that get their hands dirty shipping solutions that move the needle. Our results: 10x YoY revenue growth, and on track for $XXM run-rate in under 2 years. Backed by marquee VCs like General Catalyst and Valor. About The Role We are looking for a Founding Recruiter to build the team that builds Vega. This is a high-leverage, zero-to-one role for a talent operator who can think strategically and execute relentlessly — often on the same day. As our founding in-house recruiter, you won't inherit a machine — you'll design one. You'll own the full hiring lifecycle across key functions, partner directly with the CEO and founding team to set the talent bar that defines what Vega becomes. The people you bring in will shape our culture, our product, and our trajectory. That's the weight of this role, and also the opportunity. What You'll Do Full-Cycle Ownership: Own sourcing through close across all functions: engineering, product, and go-to-market. You run the process end-to-end. Partnering with agencies and other resources when applicable. Proactive Sourcing: You won't wait on inbound. You'll identify the profiles we need before they're looking and build pipelines ahead of the requisition. Hiring Manager Partnership: Push back on vague requirements. Define the right profile. Hold the bar even under pressure to fill seats fast. Candidate Experience: Every touchpoint reflects Vega. You'll ensure candidates leave the process — accepted or not — with a strong impression of who we are. Talent Strategy: Advise leadership on compensation benchmarks, market dynamics, org design, and where to invest hiring resources for maximum leverage. Scale the Function: Build the playbooks, workflows, and documentation that will set Vega up for long-term success. About You Experience: 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting, with at least 2 years at an early-stage company (Series A–C) where you built or influenced processes. Closer Mentality: You run tight processes, create urgency without pressure, and win competitive offers on mission and culture — not just comp. High Bar Operator: Quality is non-negotiable for you, even when the business is moving fast. Startup Grit: You thrive in ambiguity. You have an owner mentality and don't need a team around you to be effective. NYC-Based: Our team works together in person and you'll be embedded in that culture from day one. Benefits Competitive Salary Equity — giving you a direct stake in the future of an AI-native industry leader Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k with company match Unlimited PTO and flexibility A fast-paced, high-talent-density team that values transparency and shipping fast Vega offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive benefits including 100% employer paid healthcare plans, an up to 4% 401k match program, paid time off, parental leave, wellness reimbursement, work-from-home stipend and more. Vega is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you're interested in this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. We'd like to consider you for this position and roles that may be a fit in the future. Vega is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vega