- Professional
- Office in New York
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.
DESCRIPTION
We’re experiencing a surge in active searches, especially for legal and sales roles, and need help building candidate pipelines and managing outreach. You’ll play a key role in helping our recruiters stay ahead of the curve by providing targeted research support and occasional scheduling assistance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct targeted research and sourcing to build pipelines for legal and SaaS commercial roles.
- Proactively identify, engage, and nurture potential candidates via LinkedIn and sourcing tools.
- Assist with candidate scheduling: coordinate phone screens, interviews, and follow-ups.
- Maintain accuracy and update activity logs in our ATS (Greenhouse).
- Provide insight into talent market trends and candidate availability - help us stay ahead.
REQUIREMENTS
- 2-5 years of experience in an in-house recruiting role or agency position
- Skilled in candidate sourcing or recruiting research, ideally in a fast-paced or high-volume environment.
- Experience with legal hiring (attorneys, compliance, commercial) and/or SaaS commercial roles (sales, business development, revenue operations).
- Comfortable using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
- Excellent written communication - clear, compelling outreach that resonates.
- Highly organized, self-directed, and able to juggle multiple priorities with precision.
- Collaborative and responsive - ready to support the recruiting team when it matters most.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Compensation: $50-60/hour as a 1099 contractor
- Flexibility: Remote-friendly role with flexible hours
- 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.
