Plata is a Mexico-founded fintech startup created by former Tinkoff executives that operates as a licensed bank.
<p>We are looking for an<strong> IT Recruitment Stream Lead</strong> to lead our <span class="s2"><strong>System Analysis and AI/ML hiring streams</strong></span>. In this role, you’ll combine hands-on recruitment expertise with team leadership, partnering closely with Engineering leaders to build strong hiring strategies, improve recruitment processes, and help your recruiters deliver exceptional results.<br><br><strong>Challenges that await you:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and develop a team of 2 IT Recruiters, providing coaching, mentoring, and regular performance feedback</li> <li>Own hiring delivery across <span class="s1"><strong>the System Analysis and AI/ML streams</strong></span> and ensure hiring targets are achieved.</li> <li>Partner with Hiring Managers to define hiring priorities, recruitment strategies, and market approach</li> <li>Support recruiters in managing complex hiring processes and difficult hiring cases</li> <li>Monitor recruitment funnel performance, analyze metrics, identify bottlenecks, and drive improvements</li> <li>Ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process</li> <li>Continuously improve recruitment processes, interview quality, and operational efficiency</li> <li>Share best practices across the Talent Acquisition team and contribute to scaling recruitment operations</li> <li>Participate in cross-functional projects related to hiring, automation, and process optimization</li> <li>Provide market insights on talent availability, compensation trends, and hiring strategies to support business decisions</li> </ul> <p><strong>What makes you a great fit:</strong></p> <ul> <li>4+ years of experience in IT Recruitment</li> <li><span class="s1">1+ year of experience leading and developing IT Recruiters</span></li> <li>Experience partnering with Engineering Managers and senior stakeholders</li> <li>Strong analytical skills and confidence working with recruitment metrics</li> <li>Excellent organizational and prioritization skills</li> <li>Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced, high-growth environment</li> <li>Experience in improving recruitment processes is a strong advantage</li> <li data-list="bullet">B2 or higher English level for effective communication with an international team</li> </ul> <p class="p1"><strong>Your bonus skills:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience hiring for<strong> <span class="s1">System Analyst</span>, AI/ML</strong>, or other highly specialized technical roles</li> <li>Experience working in a high-growth product company</li> </ul> <p><strong>Our ways of working:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Innovative Spirit: </strong>A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions</li> <li><strong>Honest Feedback:</strong> valuing open, transparent communication</li> <li><strong>Supportive Team: </strong>a strong, collaborative community</li> <li><strong>Celebrating Achievements: </strong>recognizing our wins together</li> <li><strong>High-Tech Environment:</strong> a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances</li> </ul> <p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Relocation support</strong> to one of our hubs — Cyprus, Serbia, or Georgia —with assistance for the employee and their family </li> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>Healthcare Coverage</strong></li> <li><strong>Education Budget: </strong>Language lessons, professional training and certifications</li> <li><strong>Wellness Budget:</strong> Mental health and fitness activity reimbursements</li> <li><strong>Vacation policy:</strong> 20 days of annual leave and paid sick leave</li> </ul>