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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
With only <50 employees, Arc doesn't have dedicated recruiters. Founders review applications between running the company. The challenge isn't competition — it's visibility. Direct outreach wins.
Who to contact at Arc
We're still mapping Arc's hiring process. At this size (<50 people, Fintech), a founder or department head typically decides, but we haven't confirmed it yet.
What Arc screens for
Fintech companies at typically screen for domain expertise and regulatory awareness — proof of work beats pedigree.
Tailor your CV to the specific Arc role rather than sending a general one. Applications that mirror the language of the job description clear automated filters at a materially higher rate.
Mistakes that kill applications
Don't send the same CV you sent everywhere else. At <50 people it's obvious, and it's the fastest rejection there is.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. Arc is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Most Fintech applications get ghosted. A day-five follow-up can double your response rate.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Arc?
Through the roles on our Arc jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Arc respond to cold emails?
We haven't verified response rates at Arc yet.
Who is the hiring manager at Arc?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
How competitive is it to get hired at Arc?
Roles at <50-person Fintech companies typically draw 50-100 applicants in the first two weeks. Applying inside 72 hours of a posting going live is the single biggest lever you control.
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