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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
Ballerine is <50 people. No recruiter, no HR. Your application goes to a founder juggling everything. Cold outreach is how you actually get seen.
Who to contact at Ballerine
Contact route not yet verified for Ballerine. For a <50-person Fintech company, expect a founder or department head to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Ballerine screens for
The hiring bar at this stage (, Fintech): domain expertise and regulatory awareness. Show what you've shipped.
A tailored CV beats a generic one. Use Ballerine's job description language to clear filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at Ballerine (<50 people). They notice.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Ballerine is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
The wait-and-hope strategy fails. Follow up on day five — response rates roughly double.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Ballerine?
Through the roles on our Ballerine jobs page, or directly to a founder or department head if you can reach them. At <50 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Ballerine respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on Ballerine's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at Ballerine?
At this size, hiring is usually run by a founder or department head.
What ATS does Ballerine use?
Ballerine uses Lever.
How competitive is it to get hired at Ballerine?
Typical applicant count for Fintech roles (<50 people): 50-100 in two weeks. Apply fast.
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