Talent Partner

About Verto

Verto is committed to revolutionizing global finance by democratizing access and enabling businesses in emerging markets, especially in Africa, to engage in international trade seamlessly. Founded by British-Nigerian entrepreneurs, the company tackles challenges such as currency illiquidity, high fees, and slow cross-border payments. From an initial solution addressing Nigerian Naira FX challenges, Verto has grown into a leading platform facilitating billions in transfers, backed by prestigious investors and accolades recognizing its rapid growth.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive Talent Partner based in London who will spearhead our recruitment efforts, managing the entire hiring process to attract exceptional talent aligned with our growth ambitions. This role involves close collaboration with hiring managers to define roles and refine candidate profiles, ensuring a smooth and data-driven recruitment pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for a diverse array of positions, guaranteeing efficiency, compliance, and a seamless onboarding experience.
• Collaborate intimately with hiring teams to define specific requirements and devise targeted recruitment strategies across international talent pools.
• Deploy advanced sourcing techniques, utilizing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, regional job boards, and niche networks to locate premium candidates.
• Operate and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to streamline hiring workflows and uphold accurate records.
• Reduce hiring timelines through strategic process optimization and by removing recruitment obstacles.
• Continuously build and maintain a robust talent pipeline to meet present and future staffing requirements.
• Advise and train hiring managers on effective interviewing and candidate evaluation best practices.
• Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics to drive ongoing improvement in hiring strategies.
• Ensure an outstanding candidate experience from initial contact to final placement.

Requirements

• At least five years of proven experience in talent acquisition, particularly within dynamic, fast-growing environments.
• Strategic thinker with the agility to translate talent acquisition goals into impactful business outcomes.
• Strong attention to detail paired with analytical skills to identify operational issues and optimize recruitment metrics.
• Ability to juggle multiple open roles successfully, adhering to tight deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Hands-on experience with ATS platforms and sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and key job boards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike.
• A results-focused attitude driven to support Verto's ambitious expansion objectives.
• University degree or comparable professional qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior extensive use of Ashby ATS.
• Experience sourcing talent in global and emerging markets.
• Background working in rapidly scaling fintech or B2B technology companies.

Work Culture and Values

• Be mission-driven, contributing to simplifying global cross-border payments, especially for emerging markets.
• Embrace high performance and accountability, acting decisively to produce impactful results.
• Thrive in a collaborative and transparent environment that values diversity and open sharing of successes and setbacks.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including inflation-based salary reviews, health, and wellness supports, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements.
• Adhere to core values emphasizing focus, energy, and mutual expectations within the team.

Employee Benefits

• Company-funded insurance coverage.
• Health and wellness benefits tailored to role location.
• Annual salary review based on performance and inflation.
• Access to Udemy's entire course catalog.
• Allocated budget for professional development.
• Flexible work-from-anywhere policy for certain periods.
• Integration program enabling work at global offices.
• Regular team social activities.
• Pension schemes available depending on location.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Work alongside globally dispersed teams.
• Location-specific perks such as car leasing, gym memberships, and cycle-to-work schemes.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Curious and inquisitive, continually asking "why?"
• Focus on problem-solving instead of just completing assigned tasks.
• Comfortable balancing synchronous and asynchronous communications.
• Adaptable to ambiguity and rapid change.
• Open and proactive in seeking feedback.
• Prioritize meaningful impact over mere activity.
• Engage positively and contribute to a friendly workplace atmosphere.

Diversity & Inclusion

Verto embraces equal opportunity employment, valuing diversity, merit, and skills without any discrimination, fostering an international and inclusive team environment.