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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
Laminate uses an ATS, but referrals still come first. Cold applications aren't ignored — they're just behind referrals, sourced candidates, and recruiter picks.
Who to contact at Laminate
We haven't verified a contact route at Laminate yet. At people in Fintech, the decision-maker is almost always the hiring manager, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What Laminate screens for
At in Fintech, hiring bars concentrate on domain expertise and regulatory awareness — shipped work over credentials, and evidence you can operate without process.
Don't send a generic CV to Laminate. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill applications
At people, a copy-paste CV is immediately obvious. It's an instant no.
Nobody cares what you want. Start with is growing fast after their null round and how you'd help.
Don't apply and wait. The median Fintech application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Laminate?
Through the roles on our Laminate jobs page, or directly to the hiring manager if you can reach them. At null people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Laminate respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for Laminate.
Who is the hiring manager at Laminate?
At this size, hiring is usually run by the hiring manager.
How competitive is it to get hired at Laminate?
-person Fintech companies see ~100-250 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
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