Manager, Recruiting & Talent

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

Update 1/6/25: Hi there! This role is still open- if interested, please do apply! :)

Who We Are

Nova Credit is a credit infrastructure and analytics company that enables businesses to grow responsibly through alternative credit data. As a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA), Nova Credit leverages its unique data infrastructure, compliance framework, and credit expertise to help lenders fill critical gaps in traditional credit analytics. The company transforms the fragmented universe of consumer financial data into compliant, actionable risk insights through a comprehensive platform designed to increase conversion by expanding coverage, enhancing speed, and improving reliability.

Leading organizations, including HSBC, RBC, SoFi, Scotiabank, App Folio, and Yardi, work with Nova Credit to make smarter credit decisions through cash flow underwriting with Cash Atlas™, quickly verify income with Income Navigator, and reach new‑to‑country consumers with Credit Passport®. With support from investors Canapi Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, General Catalyst, and Index Ventures, as well as industry veterans from Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Citi, Nova Credit is revolutionizing the way lending is done.

We were recently named in Forbes’ Fintech 50 in 2025 and Built In’s Best Places to Work, 2025.

We're seeking an experienced Manager, Recruiting & Talent to support our talent acquisition strategy and build teams that fuel Nova Credit's growth. In this role, you'll own recruiting initiatives that directly support our business objectives, partnering closely 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 make a meaningful contribution 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‑based preference: This is 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.

• 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

• 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 any active recruiting initiatives, such as employer…