Recruiter, Chicago HQ

Avant is growing, and our ability to scale depends on hiring the right people at the right time. We’re building new teams, expanding our reach, and we are hiring a recruiter who can not only keep pace but help lead the charge. 

We’re looking for a Corporate Recruiter to join the People team and play a key role in driving that growth. As part of the team, you will join a collaborative, solutions-oriented group that partners closely with leaders to ensure we’re building not just quickly - but wisely. 

You’ll be responsible for more than just filling roles: your work will directly shape the future of our company. You’ll own full-cycle recruiting, partner closely with hiring managers across the company, help shape our hiring strategy, identify top talent, and ensure candidates have a clear, consistent experience from start to finish.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced tech environment. You should be results-driven and comfortable adapting as priorities shift. A growth mindset is key. We value people who take initiative, ask thoughtful questions, and are always looking for ways to improve how we work. If you’re excited to make an outsized impact at a company in growth mode - and want to help build not just teams but our culture - we’d love to hear from you!

What you do at Avant:

Corporate Recruitment

• Manage full-cycle recruiting across a variety of roles, supporting teams throughout the business as we continue to grow

• Source and engage candidates using platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, and track progress through our applicant tracking system

• Review inbound and sourced talent with a focus on quality, alignment, and long-term potential

• Ensure consistency in candidate communication and feedback across every stage of the process
   

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with hiring managers to define role requirements, shape interview plans, and align on decision-making

• Track and analyze key recruiting metrics to inform process improvements, ensure quality hiring and influence hiring decisions

• Conduct interviews, lead candidate debriefs, and support offer strategy and negotiation

• Communicate clearly and thoughtfully with all candidates, including those not moving forward

• Partner with the recruiting coordinator to handle scheduling and logistics

• Support broader strategic efforts across the People team to improve recruiting processes, tools, and overall efficiency
   

Why you bring to Avant:

• 3 to 5 years of corporate recruiting experience with a strong track record in fast-paced, high-growth environments

• Confident managing multiple searches and stakeholders at once, with a clear, solutions-focused approach

• Strong communicator who can build trust and collaborate across a range of teams including Risk, Legal, Compliance, Ops, Product, Tech, and Finance

• Experienced in sourcing and pipeline management using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Built In, and Workday (required)

• Comfortable recruiting across time zones and geographies

• Committed to delivering a great candidate experience and supporting inclusive hiring practices

• Bring a strong sense of ownership to your work and care about quality at every stage

• Experience in fintech or a similarly dynamic environment is a plus

This role is based on our downtown Chicago Office, located in the Merchandise Mart. We highly value collaboration and our hybrid schedule (M, T, Th in-office) enables flexibility to balance work and individual priorities.

Compensation Range:

The base salary range for this job is USD $60,000 - $75,000 USD $ / Year

Employees new to Avant typically come in below the midpoint of the pay range. The compensation range is based on the level outlined in the job posting, and compensation decisions are dependent on each applicant's experience, skills and abilities. 

[If an outstanding applicant's experience and skill level is above or below the qualifications outlined in the job posting, we reserve the right to make an offer at a different level than the one listed in this job posting, which may have a different compensation range.]

This role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus. These rewards are allocated based on level, impact and performance in the role.

Our benefits include:

• Choice of great Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan options

• 401(k) match

• Flexible Time Off

• Flexible Work Environment - (i.e. Mon/Tues/Thurs in-person)

• Generous Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance and Post-parental leave ramp-up program 

• Lunch Allowance (Fooda) and In-office Snacks

• Summer Fridays 

• Fun In-Office and Virtual Social Events

• And who doesn’t love the swag

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We believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences helps us create the most innovative solutions for our customers. We invite you to apply to our positions even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed in the description. If you’re passionate about our mission and aligned to our values, we hope you’ll come contribute to our awesome culture.

Why Avant is the place for you:

At Avant, we believe our values make a difference:

Authenticity. We show up to work as our whole selves and make sure others can too.

Collaboration. We can only succeed when we do so as a team.

Problem-Solving. The harder the problem, the more satisfying the solution.

Customer. We are all owners of the customer experience.

Initiative. Plan. Adapt. Get Sh!t Done.

We believe that great ideas come from anyone and anywhere, that everyone is an owner who drives change, and that we have more fun when we work together. We're problem solvers who love collaborating with intelligent and highly-motivated people to reshape the face of digital banking. Avant offers terrific perks and benefits, fun social events with employees who actually like hanging out together, and a flexible growth environment where trying your hand at new projects and being the active owner of your career path is encouraged and supported.