Job Specifications
The world of payment processing is rapidly evolving, and businesses are looking for loyal and strategic partners, to help them grow.
Meet Nuvei, the Canadian fintech company accelerating the business of clients around the world. Nuvei's modular, flexible and scalable technology allows leading companies to accept next-gen payments, offer all payout options and benefit from card issuing, banking, risk and fraud management services. Connecting businesses to their customers in more than 200 markets, with local acquiring in 50 markets, 150 currencies and 700 alternative payment methods, Nuvei provides the technology and insights for customers and partners to succeed locally and globally with one integration.
At Nuvei, we live our core values, and we thrive on solving complex problems. We're dedicated to continually improving our product and providing relentless customer service. We are always looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey!
Your mission
The Executive Search Lead is a hands-on, specialised recruiter responsible for identifying, engaging, and hiring senior executives across Nuvei's global functions. This is an individual contributor role with end-to-end ownership of executive-level searches, partnering directly with C-suite and senior leadership.
You will act as the internal search expert - crafting search strategies, mapping markets, running outreach, engaging passive talent, driving assessment processes, managing senior stakeholders, and delivering world-class candidate experience.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Search & Hiring
Lead end-to-end executive recruitment for SVP and C-suite roles across global locations
Build and execute tailored search strategies, talent maps, and sourcing plans for each leadership role
Identify, engage, and nurture high-calibre passive talent from global fintech, payments, SaaS, and technology markets
Directly source candidates through research, targeted outreach, networking, and market intelligence
Stakeholder Management
Partner closely with the TA Senior Director and C-suite to understand business needs and role requirements
Advise senior leaders on talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and hiring best practices
Run regular search updates and align on hiring timelines, shortlists, and decision-making processes
Candidate Assessment & Experience
Conduct deep-dive executive interviews, competency assessments, and structured evaluations
Manage senior candidates through a smooth, high-touch experience while safeguarding Nuvei's brand
Coordinate interview panels, ensure structured assessments, and calibrate with hiring leaders
Market Intelligence & Talent Strategy
Build detailed market maps for critical executive talent segments across global regions
Advise the business on succession planning pipelines and long-term leadership talent pools
Provide insights on competitor landscape, executive movement, and industry hiring trends
Process Excellence
Create a consistent and confidential approach to executive search within Nuvei, including playbooks and frameworks
Support continuous improvement in TA processes, DEI hiring practices, and assessment methodologies
Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in TA systems
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
3-6+ years of experience in executive search, senior recruitment, or leadership hiring - either in-house or agency/search firm
Experience hiring for technology, fintech, SaaS or high-growth global environments preferred
Proven ability to run complex, confidential, senior-level searches with minimal guidance
Strong research and market mapping skills
Exceptional sourcing capability and comfort engaging passive executive talent
Experience partnering with senior leaders or C-suite stakeholders
Excellent communication, advisory, and relationship-building skills
High discretion, professionalism, and ability to manage confidential information
Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
Shape and co-create the Exec Search Function at Nuvei
Career Development Training
Hybrid working
Competitive compensation package + annual leave
Life & Healthcare insurance
Nuvei is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates collaboration and innovation and is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. The team at Nuvei is comprised of a wealth of talent, skill, and ambition. We believe that employees are happiest when they're empowered to be their true, authentic selves.
So, please come as you are. We can't wait to meet you!
About the Company
Nuvei is the Canadian fintech company accelerating the business of clients around the world. Nuvei's modular, flexible and scalable technology allows leading companies to accept next-gen payments, offer all payout options and benefit from card issuing, banking, risk and fraud management services. Connecting businesses to their customers in more than 200 markets, with local acquiring in over 50 markets, 150 currencies and 700 alternative payment methods, Nuvei provides the technology and insights for customers and partners to...
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