Jerry

Lead Recruiter (contract to hire)

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Automotive, Mobile Apps, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Lead Recruiter (Contract-to-Hire)

Employment Type: Full-Time Location Type: Remote Salary: [Salary information not provided]

About Jerry.ai

Jerry.ai is building the first super app to help people save time and money on their car. We leverage technology and machine learning to optimize every aspect of car ownership, including buying, selling, insurance, financing, safety, maintenance, and repairs. Since launching in 2019, we have acquired over 5 million customers, raised $240 million in funding, scaled our revenue 60x, and grown our team to 225 employees across 7 countries.

Why Join Us?

  • Pre-IPO Startup: Join a well-funded ( $240M funded | 60X revenue growth in 5 years | $2T market size) startup with significant traction and runway.
  • Direct Impact: Report directly to a co-founder and work closely with brilliant leaders who have scaled companies like Nvidia, Nerdwallet, Better, and Lemonade.
  • Growth Opportunity: Be part of a journey to scale Jerry.ai into a $5 billion business and a household name.
  • Talent-Dense Environment: Accelerate your learning and career growth by being immersed in a team of exceptional professionals.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Contract-to-Hire Lead Recruiter with early-to-mid stage startup experience to join our dynamic team. Reporting directly to a co-founder, you will partner with senior leaders to manage our most complex and critical searches across all business functions, including executive hiring. You will also mentor and coach junior team members as we continue to grow. At Jerry.ai, recruiters are pivotal in shaping the future of our organization. We are deeply committed to our work and its impact, continuously striving for excellence in our craft. This is a full-time contract position with the potential for permanent employment based on outstanding performance.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Full-Cycle Recruiting: Own end-to-end recruitment for mid-to-senior level searches, including executive leadership hiring, across various business areas such as:
    • Product Management
    • Software Engineering
    • Data Science
    • Product Design/Research
    • Marketing
    • Communications
    • Creative Production
    • Legal
    • Editorial Content
    • Human Resources
    • Finance
    • Operations
  • Recruiting Strategy: Collaborate closely with hiring leaders in the U.S. and Canada to develop effective recruiting strategies that align with our team's growth needs.
  • Mentorship: Mentor and support junior members of the recruiting team.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously review, reflect, and iterate on our recruiting and interviewing practices to ensure efficiency and quality.

Who You Are

  • Strategic Partner: You act as a true partner to hiring leaders, focusing on elevating talent density and driving business forward with every hire.
  • High Achiever: You are a high achiever who consistently raises the bar for yourself and those around you.
  • Adaptable: You are comfortable operating within defined parameters and navigating ambiguity.
  • Passionate Recruiter: You understand the complexity and nuance of delivering exceptional recruiting experiences and are dedicated to perfecting your craft.

Ideal Profile

  • Experience: 8+ years of recruiting experience with a proven track record of managing increasingly complex searches.
  • Startup Experience: Prior experience recruiting at a fast-growth startup, particularly in product management, product design, or business operations, is strongly preferred.
  • Performance: Demonstrated success in a high-velocity, output-driven, and demanding environment.
  • Education: Bachelor's or Graduate degree in an intellectually rigorous discipline.

Application Instructions

[Application instructions not provided]

Company Information

Jerry.ai is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We appreciate your interest and application. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Skills

Recruiting
Talent Acquisition
Executive Search
Candidate Sourcing
Candidate Screening
Mentoring
Team Leadership
Startup Experience

Jerry

Digital platform for car insurance and services

About Jerry

Jerry is a digital platform that helps car owners manage their expenses by providing a mobile app called AllCar™. This app allows users to compare insurance policies, refinance car loans, and monitor repair costs, while also rewarding good driving habits. Jerry stands out from competitors by offering a user-friendly experience that can lead to significant savings, with some users reporting reductions in insurance payments of up to $300 per month. The company's goal is to simplify car ownership by providing a comprehensive solution for insurance, financing, and maintenance.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$222.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consumer Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

401K / Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Dental Insurance
Health & Wellness Package
Paid Time Off

Risks

Data privacy scrutiny may challenge Jerry's operations and regulatory compliance.
Rising pedestrian accidents could increase insurance premiums, affecting competitive rates.
New features like GarageGuard require significant investment, straining financial resources.

Differentiation

Jerry offers a comprehensive app for car insurance, loans, and maintenance.
The AllCar™ App rewards users for safe driving habits, enhancing user engagement.
Jerry simplifies car ownership with a seamless process for switching insurance providers.

Upsides

Recent $110M funding boosts Jerry's service expansion and tech infrastructure.
AI integration in insurance comparison enhances personalized offerings and customer satisfaction.
GarageGuard and DriveShield features attract users with comprehensive car management solutions.

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