Head of Talent Acquisition
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value role due to significant potential for shaping talent strategy and impactful involvement in high-growth company.
- Strong compensation range: $150K - $200K
- Opportunity to shape recruiting in a growing fintech
- Direct influence on organizational talent strategy
- High expectations with individual responsibility
Pros
- Competitive compensation package including equity
- Opportunity to develop and influence company culture
- Engagement with executive team driving company strategy
Cons
- Individual contributor role may not suit those preferring team management
- Fast-paced environment can demand intense focus
- High expectations for experience and results
Who it's for
Senior • On-site
Good fit
- Senior recruiters looking for leadership roles
- Professionals in tech and talent acquisition
- Individuals passionate about building talent strategies
Not recommended for
- New recruiters without relevant experience
- Candidates preferring team-focused roles
- Those uninterested in fast-paced environments
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Location
NYC
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Talent and People
Compensation
- $150K – $200K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus
About Nelo
Nelo is a leading consumer fintech in Mexico, with >$350MM in annualized GMV, >$60MM in annualized revenue, and >$20MM in annualized gross profit. Our mission is to increase the buying power of consumers in Latin America, and we are doing so by building a modern alternative to credit cards.
Nelo has raised over $35MM of venture capital from investors including Homebrew, Two Sigma Ventures, and Susa Ventures. Nelo has additionally raised a $100MM asset credit facility from Victory Park Capital.
Our lean team includes experienced leaders from top technology companies including Uber, Amazon, Rappi, and DiDi. We pride ourselves on our velocity, intellectual rigor, and efficiency.
Nelo has offices in Mexico City and New York City.
About the Role
We are seeking a Head of Talent Acquisition to own and execute Nelo’s recruiting strategy across Mexico and the U.S. This is a high-impact, hands-on role where you will directly source, engage, and close top talent across engineering, data science, risk, and commercial functions.
You will report directly to the CTO and will work closely with the CEO and other senior leaders.
Initially, this will be an individual contributor role — you will be both strategist and executor, building the recruiting engine from the ground up. As we scale, you will have the opportunity to grow into a leadership role and build a team around you.
Key responsibilities include:
Own full-cycle recruiting across functions and levels — from sourcing and outreach through closing candidates.
Partner directly with the executive team to define role requirements, assess candidates, and drive hiring decisions.
Proactively source passive candidates and build strong talent pipelines for critical roles.
Develop recruiting processes to maximize speed, quality, and candidate experience.
Requirements
5+ years of recruiting/talent acquisition experience, including proven success in high-growth technology companies.
Track record of independently sourcing and closing top technical, product, and business candidates.
Strong understanding of recruiting tools, sourcing strategies, and funnel optimization.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust with both candidates and executives.
Hands-on, scrappy, and execution-oriented — comfortable owning results without a large team or infrastructure.
Proficient in English and Spanish
Compensation and Benefits
Very competitive salary and equity
100% medical, dental & vision insurance coverage for you; 50% for dependents
Unlimited PTO
401(k)
Extended maternity and paternity leave
Relocation support
Sabbatical program
Compensation Range: $150K - $200K
