Role details
At Affirm, we exist for the moments that matter—giving people a clear, predictable way to pay over time, with no hidden fees, no surprises, and no tradeoffs on what matters most.
About the People Team:
The People team helps Affirmers cultivate a high-performing, inclusive organization.
- We develop Affirm's people programs and systems to create a workplace where all employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully.
- By investing in our people, we create a long-term advantage for the business.
About the Role
As Senior Manager, Technical Recruiting, you'll lead recruiting across EMEA, guiding a high-performing team that helps Affirm attract exceptional Engineering talent and scale internationally. Your work will strengthen our global hiring strategy and enable the teams advancing Affirm's mission.
What You'll Do
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters by setting clear expectations, providing thoughtful feedback, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive team culture
- Own the recruiting strategy for EMEA, aligning regional hiring plans with business priorities and building the capabilities needed to support Affirm's continued international growth
- Partner with Technical and cross-functional leaders to translate hiring plans into scalable hiring strategies across teams and geographies
- Influence Director and VP-level stakeholders through recruiting data, market insights, and strategic guidance to inform hiring decisions, build alignment, and proactively mitigate talent risks
- Use recruiting analytics to identify trends, improve funnel performance, forecast hiring risks, and drive continuous improvement across the hiring process
- Collaborate closely with Talent Brand, Talent Operations, Compensation, and other People teams to deliver a seamless, consistent hiring experience
- Build trusted relationships with senior leaders through transparent communication, thoughtful partnership, and proactive talent advice
- Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve recruiting processes to increase efficiency, scalability, and the candidate experience
What We Look For:
- 10+ years of experience leading full-cycle technical recruiting, with a track record of hiring for engineering and other technical roles at scale
- 5+ years of experience leading and developing high-performing recruiting teams.
- Deep knowledge of the EMEA talent market, with experience hiring in the UK, Poland, and Spain preferred
- Experience developing and executing hiring strategies in new or emerging markets where recruiting infrastructure and talent networks are still being established
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, advise, and build trusted partnerships with senior leaders
- Strong analytical skills, with experience using recruiting data and market insights to shape hiring strategies and influence business decisions
- Proven ability to lead recruiting teams through organizational growth and change while maintaining high performance and delivering hiring results
Total Rewards:
- We believe the people building honest financial products at Affirm should share in its success.
- That's why our total rewards are designed to support your health, growth, financial well-being, and future.
- In service of our mission, we reward employees through a combination of base pay, equity (from parent company), and comprehensive benefits.
- Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range .
UK:
Pay Grade - N
Equity Grade - 6
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidised medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
Poland:
Pay Grade - N
Equity Grade - 5
- Base pay ranges and placement within those ranges are determined based on several factors, including role, experience, and job-related skills.
- In addition to base pay, all employees in this role are eligible to receive equity from the parent company each year.
- This means as Affirm's parent company grows, employees have the opportunity to share in that growth financially.
Spain:
Pay Grade - N
Equity Grade - 6
- Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents).
- In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc.
(parent company).
Location - Remote UK, Remote Spain, or Remote Poland
#LI-Remote
Remote-first with flexibility built in
- Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company.
- Most roles can be done from almost anywhere within the country of employment.
- Some positions may occasionally require in-person work at an Affirm office, and a few are office-based due to the nature of the work.
- All new hires will be invited to attend an in-person onboarding experience.
Benefits
designed for you
Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here are a few highlights:
- Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their dependents.
- Spending stipends: Monthly stipends support your tech setup, and the ability to choose health and wellness options that are right for you.
- Time off to recharge: Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars help you rest when you need to.
- Own a piece of what you build: Our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets you buy Affirm stock at a discount.
- We're committed to providing an inclusive interview process, including accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, we're happy to help.
- For positions based in San Francisco or Los Angeles: Affirm considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, as required by law.
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