Lead Talent Acquisition Partner at Pagaya

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Technology, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a high-growth, tech-enabled, or fintech environment
Proven ability to source, recruit, and close candidates autonomously
Track record of delivering high-quality hires while managing multiple client groups simultaneously
Deep knowledge of the New York and U.S. talent markets, including compensation and competitive dynamics
Hands-on expertise with Greenhouse and LinkedIn Recruiter
Strong business partnership skills - capable of challenging and influencing senior stakeholders thoughtfully and with data
A self-starter who combines strategic thinking with strong execution and attention to detail
Passion for learning, inclusion, and continuous improvement - aligned with Pagaya’s core values

Responsibilities

Own and execute full-cycle recruiting for critical roles across Pagaya’s NYC-based and U.S. teams — including product, partnerships, credit, structured finance, and G&A positions
Proactively build and maintain pipelines for key roles ahead of demand, anticipating business needs and enabling faster hiring cycles
Develop and execute cross-departmental hiring strategies, collaborating across geographies (U.S. and Israel) to align talent priorities and elevate process consistency
Train and advise hiring managers on recruiting best practices, interview calibration, and market dynamics
Maintain Greenhouse data hygiene daily, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and accountability across all searches
Influence and guide hiring stakeholders with confidence — providing clear recommendations on hiring decisions, market trends, and sourcing strategies
Champion representation and inclusion by designing sourcing strategies that attract high-potential diverse talent internally and externally
Partner with Talent leadership to design and implement new tools, programs, and workflows that enhance efficiency and scalability across recruiting

Skills

Full-Cycle Recruiting

Talent Acquisition

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

Mentorship

Data-Driven Hiring

High-Growth Environments

Pagaya

AI-driven asset management for institutions

About Pagaya

Pagaya specializes in managing institutional money through the use of artificial intelligence. The company focuses on the asset management market, particularly in creating asset-backed securities (ABS). Its products work by utilizing advanced machine learning and big data analytics to identify profitable opportunities in complex financial markets. By collaborating with tech-enabled firms, Pagaya enhances its understanding of consumer behavior, which is crucial for credit markets. Unlike its competitors, Pagaya actively manages ABS with AI, offering a distinct advantage to institutional investors. The company's goal is to issue and manage ABS effectively, as evidenced by its achievement of over $1 billion in ABS issuance within a year and a half, showcasing its growth and capability.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$480.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, AI & Machine Learning, Financial ServicesIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Integration challenges from Tally acquisition may impact strategic goals.

Rapid expansion through acquisitions could strain resources and efficiency.

Increased competition from AI-driven companies like Rocket Companies threatens market position.

Differentiation

Pagaya uses AI and big data to manage institutional money effectively.

Pagaya Pulse platform offers a scalable performance edge with state-of-the-art algorithms.

Pagaya specializes in alternative credit markets, providing unique financial products.

Upsides

Pagaya raised $1 billion in ABS deals, showing strong capital market demand.

Acquisition of Tally's tech enhances Pagaya's embedded finance solutions.

Pagaya's strategic Advisory Board aims to accelerate business expansion.

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