Talent Acquisition Specialist, Corporate Operations

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JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD

Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're on a mission to empower traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence.  

Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Over the last 20 years, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. In the last five years alone, our user base has grown by 400% to over 1.9 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide. 

But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders.  

So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees. 

Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world.  

What You'Ll Do:

NinjaTrader is a high-growth Fintech offering innovative web and mobile trading platforms, where users enjoy a seamless trading experience across all devices, ensuring they stay connected to the markets anytime, anywhere.

Being a growth-stage industry leader means consistent and strategic hiring. The recruitment talent team at NinjaTrader is hyper-focused on putting the right candidates in the right roles to ensure long-term employee and company success.

As a recruiter at NinjaTrader, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. You’ll own the recruitment process end-to-end, managing both the hiring manager and candidate experience through every stage. This opportunity is perfect for an experienced corporate recruiter looking to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth organization.

In This Role You Will:

• Own and manage the recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, and presenting qualified candidates to hiring managers across a variety of corporate functions
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for newly opened positions
• Leverage your experience supporting corporate operations teams to guide hiring managers and influence recruitment strategies
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and set realistic expectations
• Assist in crafting compelling job descriptions to attract top talent
• Coordinate interview teams and internal communications to ensure alignment and efficiency
• Support the creation of structured interview scorecards to minimize bias and improve consistency
• Build and maintain relationships with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process
• Identify and propose creative solutions to pipeline challenges
• Advise hiring managers on compensation and offer details
• Deliver verbal offers and ensure a smooth onboarding experience
• Stay current on market and compensation trends to help keep NinjaTrader competitive

What You'Ll Need:

• 1+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience within a FinTech company
• Proven success delivering offers and handling negotiations
• Experience building talent pipelines using multiple sourcing strategies
• Strong knowledge of hiring and interviewing laws and best practices
• Deep understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle and experience managing each stage
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with hiring managers
• Experience with Greenhouse and LinkedIn Recruiter (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, especially when preparing offers and managing expectations
• Adaptable and dynamic in engaging with a variety of candidates

Compensation:

The starting salary for this role will be $78,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 6%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays.

Location:

This role is based in Chicago, IL. We are not open to remote candidates for this role

Hybrid:

For Chicago-based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:

• 20 additional flex remote days annually
• 5 Company Wide Office-Optional weeks tied to major holidays

Our Core Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO
• 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
• 1 Service Day Annually
• 401k with 3.5% Company Match
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave
• Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.