Contract Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

Upgrade helps customers move in the right direction with affordable and responsible financial products. Since 2017, we’ve helped over 7 million customers access over $40 billion in consumer credit. With a relentless focus on improving our customers' financial well-being, we build products that put more money in their pocket and support their journey toward a better financial future. We’re backed by some of the most prominent technology investors and were most recently valued at $6.3B.

We’re consistently recognized for our collaborative and inclusive culture. Most recently, we were named one of the World’s Top Fintech Companies by CNBC, Best Places to Work by Built In, Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Times, America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek, Best Startup Employer by Forbes, and Healthiest Employers by Phoenix Business Journal. 

We’re looking for new team members who get excited about designing and delivering new and better products. Come join us and help build a better financial future for millions of people.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a seasoned Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Contractor  to join our team on a contract basis and help us scale key teams across G&A functions. You’ll act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and hiring managers, driving full-cycle recruitment in a high-growth fintech environment.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, skilled in managing a full requisition load while building strong partnerships across the business. You thrive in ambiguity, have deep sourcing expertise, and understand how to attract world-class talent in a competitive fintech landscape.

The role is based in our San Francisco office in a hybrid capacity.

What You’ll Do: 

• Own the full-cycle recruiting process — from intake and sourcing to offer negotiation and closing.

• Partner with business leaders to develop role profiles, and align on recruitment strategies.

• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates across key functions, including Marketing, Investor Relations, Compliance, Legal

• Use data and market insights to influence hiring decisions and improve recruiting outcomes.

• Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects our values and brand.

• Manage ATS workflows and maintain data integrity throughout the process.

• Provide timely updates and transparent communication with hiring stakeholders.

What We Look For:

• 5-7 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including at least 3 years in fintech, financial services, or tech

• Proven success hiring for across different business functions

• Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter and other tools to engage passive talent.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to influence at all levels.

• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, evolving organization.

• Experience with Greenhouse or similar ATS.

• Experience delivering and closing complex offers.

• Strong attention to detail and an innovative mindset.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Proven success hiring top talent across fintech capital markets, institutional sales, and client coverage teams.

• Strong understanding of ISO stock options.

• Experience or strong interest in leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance recruiting strategies and outcomes.

Contract Details:

• Duration: Up to 12 months

• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Compensation: $40-$50/hour

• Start Date: ASAP

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Upgrade does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or any third parties. Any resume submitted to any employee of Upgrade without a prior written agreement in place will be considered the property of Upgrade, and Upgrade will not be obligated to pay any referral or placement fee. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Upgrade's Talent Acquisition department to submit resumes and only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed agreement. English is required for all positions, as it involves interacting with staff at Upgrade's offices worldwide.