Senior Manager, Technical Recruiting

Affirm; Poland; Remote; PLN 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Equity participation

Remote-first work model

Annual stipend for tech and health

Job summary

Affirm is seeking a Senior Manager, Technical Recruiting to lead a high-performing EMEA team that attracts engineering talent and scales our global hiring efforts. You will partner with senior leaders and shape recruitment strategy to support international growth while maintaining a flexible, remote-first culture.

You will guide data-driven decision making, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive impact across the UK, Poland, and Spain with a focus on inclusion and scalable processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading full-cycle technical recruiting.
• 5+ years leading high-performing recruiting teams.
• Deep knowledge of the EMEA talent market (UK, Poland, Spain preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters across EMEA.
• Own recruiting strategy for the region, align with business priorities.
• Partner with engineering and cross-functional leaders to scale hiring.
• Influence senior leaders with data, market insights, and guidance.
• Use analytics to forecast risks and improve funnel performance.
• Collaborate with Talent Brand, Compensation, and other People teams.
• Build relationships with senior leaders and provide talent advice.
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve recruiting processes.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Team leadership

EMEA market knowledge

Stakeholder management

Job description

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 focus on three core areas: attracting talent aligned to our mission, enabling growth through people and team development, and retaining employees through thoughtful experiences and rewards. 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 inat the start of the pay range.

UK:
Pay Grade - N
Equity Grade - 6

GBR base pay range per year:£120,000-168,000

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

ESP base pay range per year: 86,000 - 122,000 EUR

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

Remote-first with flexibility built inAffirm 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 youOur 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.