Manager, Recruiting & Talent (6-month fixed term)

Overview Nova Credit is a credit infrastructure and analytics company that enables businesses to grow responsibly by harnessing alternative credit data. The company leverages its data infrastructure, analytics & FCRA-compliance to help lenders fill gaps in traditional credit analytics. Nova Credit provides access to the fragmented universe of consumer financial data and transforms it into compliant, actionable risk analytics through a suite of solutions designed to increase conversion through expanded coverage, speed, and reliability. Nova Credit supports over 7,000 businesses including HSBC, SoFi, Scotiabank, Appfolio, and Yardi, who work with Nova Credit to make smarter credit decisions through Cash Atlas™, Income Navigator, Eligibility Compass, and Credit Passport®. We were named in Forbes’ Fintech 50 in 2025 and Built In’s Best Places to Work, 2025. Position We’re seeking an experienced Manager, Recruiting & Talent to support our talent acquisition strategy and build teams that fuel Nova Credit's growth. You’ll own recruiting initiatives that directly support our business objectives, partnering with hiring managers and cross-functional leaders to attract top talent in a competitive fintech landscape. You’ll manage full-cycle recruitment across multiple functions, from technical roles to go-to-market and operations positions, while developing innovative sourcing strategies and enhancing our candidate experience. Your work will contribute to team goals and cross-functional business outcomes as you navigate complex hiring challenges. This is a 6-month fixed-term position, with an estimated ending of July 31, 2026. This position may be extended or converted to a permanent role based on performance and business needs, but extension/conversion is not guaranteed. NYC candidates preferred: NYC candidates will have a hybrid role (3 days per week in office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays), based in the New York City Metropolitan area reporting to the Director of People & Talent. If not already based in a commutable distance from our office, we are open to a remote work arrangement. You will be a full W-2 employee of Nova Credit with access to our complete benefits package. At the conclusion of the 6-month term, Nova Credit may offer to extend the term or convert the position to permanent employment based on performance and business needs. Within the First Month Partner with hiring managers to understand immediate hiring needs, role requirements, and team dynamics across 3-5 active searches Take ownership of your req load, building robust pipelines through proactive sourcing, Boolean search strategies, and leveraging our ATS, Greenhouse Conduct initial candidate screenings and interviews, providing hiring managers with qualified candidates and clear assessments Learn Nova Credit's business model, product suite, competitive landscape, and unique value proposition to effectively sell candidates on our mission Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders and understand our company culture, values, and what makes exceptional Novans Within the First Quarter Own 8-12 full-cycle searches across diverse functions with measurable impact on time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, and candidate satisfaction metrics Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill roles, building diverse talent pipelines through direct sourcing, networking, and passive candidate engagement Guide hiring managers through the interview process with data-driven insights and recommendations, influencing hiring decisions with business intuition Contribute meaningfully to active recruiting initiatives, such as employer branding projects, interviewer training, or sourcing efforts Independently solve increasingly complex recruiting challenges, knowing when to escalate and when to drive decisions autonomously Within Six Months Be a trusted recruiting partner across the organization Demonstrate measurable impact on company growth through successful placements that drive team performance and business results Own recruiting for an entire function or multiple business-critical areas, managing stakeholder expectations and competing priorities with strategic judgment Drive process improvements and contribute to recruiting team initiatives that enhance our hiring efficiency, candidate experience, or other People Team initiatives Advise on recruiting best practices, and contribute to shaping Nova Credit's recruiting culture and standards Your Skillset 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in high-growth fintech, SaaS, or technology companies, with strong preference for candidates who have recruited for Technical (Engineering, Product, Data Science) roles and can demonstrate creative acquisition strategies for technical talent Proven track record of successfully closing searches across multiple functions (engineering, product, GTM, or operations) Strong sourcing skills with demonstrated ability to build diverse pipelines for hard-to-fill positions through creative and proactive strategies Experience managing competing priorities and stakeholder relationships with professionalism, adaptability, and clear communication Solid grasp of recruiting best practices, employment law basics, with growing depth in specialized areas Comfort with recruiting tools and technologies (ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing tools, etc.) Excellent judgment and decision-making ability with developing business intuition about hiring needs and candidate fit Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to navigate complexity, adapt tone strategically, and build positive relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders Collegiality and collaboration mindset—you thrive on teamwork and drive tangible business results through partnership Alignment with Nova Credit's core values and commitment to actively shaping an inclusive, diverse, and high-performing culture $126,000 - $150,000 a year (pro-rated for 6-month term) The above compensation range is for United States-based candidates and is dependent on individual experience, skills, education, and qualifications. As a fixed-term employee, you will receive: Full W-2 employment status with Nova Credit Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k plan participation Access to all standard employee equipment and systems This fixed-term position ends after 6 months of employment (estimated ending Dec 31, 2026). Extension or conversion to permanent employment may be offered at Nova Credit's discretion based on performance and business needs but is not guaranteed. If converted to permanent employment, you would additionally become eligible for equity grants, parental leave, and flexible PTO. Equal Opportunity Everyone is welcome at Nova Credit. We are an equal-opportunity employer where diversity and inclusion are central pillars of our company strategy. We seek applicants who understand, embrace, and thrive in a multicultural and globalized world. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected class, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage all qualified candidates, including those with a criminal history, to apply. Any use of AI or automated tools in completing this application must be disclosed by starting each AI-generated response with "Generated with AI assistance:" Before submitting your application, please review our Applicant Privacy Notice to learn how we collect, use, and protect your personal information during the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nova Credit