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Checkr

Runs background checks and identity verifications

Partner Marketing Team Lead

Full-Time
$166k - $230k
Expert
San Francisco, CA, USA+1 moreMore locations: Denver, CO, USA
HybridThree or more days in the office per week; relocation stipend may be available for moves to a Checkr hub.
Growth & Marketing

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 8 years of experience in partner marketing in the B2B SaaS space, including prior people manager experience.
  • A proven track record of developing a partner marketing function, executing successful partner marketing programs, and building mutually beneficial partner relationships.
  • Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills, the ability to work independently, and the capacity to manage multiple projects effectively.
  • Ability to take initiative, pilot new program types, and evaluate their outcomes.
  • Deep understanding of the customer journey through and with partners.
  • Experience leveraging artificial intelligence to optimize partner programs and strategy.
  • Cross-functional leadership experience and experience driving alignment across teams.
  • Hands-on experience with go-to-market and digital marketing tools.
Responsibilities
  • Own partner marketing strategy, defining partner prioritization, resource allocation, and joint programs aligned with company goals.
  • Manage and develop a team of partner marketers, setting clear objectives, ownership, and accountability to drive partner pipeline and revenue.
  • Partner with the team to improve campaign performance across email, webinars, events, in-product activations, paid social, and other channels, and identify required budgets and resources.
  • Be accountable for team targets and proactively communicate ways to optimize program performance.
  • Identify and pilot new initiatives, including artificial intelligence, in how the team plans and runs partner marketing programs, and champion adoption within the team.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders and external partners to integrate partners into go-to-market strategy and campaigns.
  • Translate program performance into clear narratives and recommendations for leadership, using data to recommend what to scale or change.

About the company

Checkr runs background checks and verifies identity, employment and income for employers, lenders, landlords and other organizations that need information about people. Its workforce platform gathers criminal, driving and credential records into reports that hiring teams review through an online dashboard. Developers connect the service to their own hiring software through an API, while candidates submit their information online. Customers pay for screening packages and additional searches, with custom pricing and workflows for organizations that order larger volumes of reports. Checkr was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$550.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Checkr expands source access: its August 2026 Truv acquisition adds direct payroll connections and state-agency customers.
  • Checkr has a broad buyer base: it reports over 140,000 customers across employment, mortgage and tenant verification.
  • Long-serving employees get recovery time: Checkr's careers page promises a paid month off every three years.

What critics are saying

  • Monitoring coverage is uneven: Checkr's driver product tracks license status in 42 states and accidents in only 24.
  • Report prices exclude outside fees: Checkr passes applicable court and database charges through to customers.
  • Expect compressed deadlines: Checkr's hiring criteria demand shipping in days what normally takes weeks, despite ambiguity.

What makes Checkr unique

  • Checkr customizes record review deeply: Assess Premium supports 235 criminal-record categories and separate role or location guidelines.
  • Checkr follows workers after hiring: Continuous Checks flags changes in criminal records and driving histories.
  • Individuals carry verification between organizations: Checkr Profiles lets people share their verified identity and credentials.

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Benefits

  • A fast-paced and collaborative environment
  • Learning and development allowance
  • Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement
  • 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Up to 25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
  • Flexible PTO policy
  • Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend

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Headcount

6 month growth

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PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Checkr launches fraud detection suite as AI-powered hiring schemes generate $800M annually

Checkr has launched a Fraud Detection Suite to help employers combat AI-powered hiring fraud. The new suite provides continuous identity and fraud signals throughout the hiring process, from initial application through post-hire reverifications. The FBI has warned that North Korean IT workers use stolen identities to obtain employment with US organisations, with schemes generating an estimated $800 million annually. The Department of Justice has prosecuted cases involving stolen American identities used to secure jobs at more than 100 US companies. Checkr's analysis of customers using its resume fraud detection in beta found that 36% of inbound resumes triggered flags for review. Technical roles were the biggest targets, with 50% of software and AI engineering resumes flagged, compared to 23-27% across sales, marketing and operations roles. The suite draws on Checkr's data graph spanning billions of records across more than 260 million unique US identities.

Vialynx Inc
Oct 8th, 2026
Checkr launches Fraud Detection Suite to help companies fight ai-powered hiring fraud.

Checkr launches Fraud Detection Suite to help companies fight ai-powered hiring fraud. World · OCT 8, 2026 PR Newswire New suite helps employers detect and stop sophisticated hiring fraud with continuous identity and fraud signals across the hiring lifecycle SAN FRANCISCO,... New suite helps employers detect and stop sophisticated hiring fraud with continuous identity and fraud signals across the hiring lifecycle SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Checkr, the AI-powered verification platform for high-stakes decisions, today launched its Fraud Detection Suite as hiring fraud becomes one of the fastest-growing threats facing businesses today. Built on more than a decade of identity verification expertise, Checkr's fraud solution helps employers detect and prevent fraud at every stage of the hiring process, from the initial application and interview through post-hire reverifications. Hiring fraud is no longer limited to falsified resumes or credentials. Bad actors can now impersonate real people across multiple stages of the hiring process, exposing the limitations of point-in-time checks that only verify credentials in a single moment. The FBI has warned that North Korean IT workers are using stolen identities and other techniques to obtain employment with U.S. organizations, and the Department of Justice has prosecuted schemes involving stolen American identities used to secure jobs at more than 100 U.S. companies. These schemes are already operating at a significant scale, generating an estimated $800 million a year for North Korea. "Hiring was built for a world where a resume, a video interview and a government ID were reliable proxies for identity. AI has broken that model," said Daniel Yanisse, co-founder and CEO of Checkr. "Today, a candidate can fabricate not just their credentials, but the identity behind them. A one-time identity check is no longer enough. Employers need more sophisticated and continuous verification methods across the hiring lifecycle to know that the person applying, interviewing and ultimately showing up for work is the same individual." Checkr's data shows fraud is already hitting hiring funnels at scale. In a recent analysis of customers using Checkr's resume fraud detection in beta, 36% of inbound resumes triggered flags for further review, with technical roles appearing to be the biggest targets. Flags were triggered on 50% of software and AI engineering resumes, compared with 23% to 27% across sales, marketing and operations roles. Introducing continuous fraud detection for hiring Checkr's Fraud Detection Suite connects fraud signals across the hiring process, giving employers a fuller picture instead of a single snapshot in time. The suite includes: * AI-powered resume fraud detection: flags potentially fraudulent applications before they consume interview resources, using several layers of evaluation: * PII and fraud signal analysis: checks phone numbers, email addresses and online presence against known fraud signals and reputational history. * Credential verification: compares resume claims against Checkr's graph database of more than 260 million verified profiles. * Image comparison: matches images from across the hiring process against the candidate's online presence, interview stills and government-issued ID to flag mismatches. * Deepfake detection: analyzes video, audio and photos from remote interviews for synthetic or AI-altered content. * Biometric identity verification: compares a live selfie with the candidate's government-issued ID in real time. It also includes liveness detection which confirms the candidate is a live person, not a photo, deepfake or video replay. * Device signals: detect device footprint, manipulation and spoofing. * Location correlation: flags candidates who disguise their location using VPNs, proxies or emulators, or who appear to be somewhere other than where they claim to be. The suite's capabilities draw on Checkr's data graph spanning billions of records across more than 260 million unique U.S. identities, helping surface patterns that may not be visible through a single, point-in-time verification. "The rise of AI has fundamentally shifted how candidate information is presented, making traditional vetting less reliable," said Megan Baldock, head of people at Datavations. "Checkr's fraud detection tool provides a critical layer of verification. The best way to set your talent acquisition team up for success in this world of deepfakes and AI resumes is to have a layered approach with checks and balances at every stage. Checkr's resume fraud tool is a no-brainer as a first line of defense." The Checkr Fraud Detection Suite is available today. Employers can learn more at checkr.com/products/fraud-detection. About Checkr Checkr is the AI-powered verification platform for high-stakes decisions. Checkr AI decodes messy, fragmented, hard-to-verify information about people, and delivers clear answers about a person's identity, background, and credentials. Trusted by more than 140,000 customers globally across employment, government, mortgage, and tenant verifications, Checkr helps businesses and individuals make more confident decisions. Checkr has offices in San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; and Santiago, Chile. Learn more at checkr.com. Media Contact Ellen D. Kiehl Head of External Communications [email protected] SOURCE Checkr, Inc. Published by News Desk · WeeklyReviewer The WeeklyReviewer news desk monitors breaking developments around the clock - sourcing, verifying, and publishing real-time industry news across business, technology, politics, science, sports, and world affairs. Every story that comes through the Live Wire is reviewed for accuracy before publication, keeping our readers ahead of the curve without the noise.

PR Newswire
Oct 6th, 2026
Checkr expands mortgage verification offering with new data connections and income qualification tools

Checkr has expanded its mortgage offering with new data connections, employer integrations, and income qualification capabilities following its 2025 acquisition of Truework. The AI-powered verification platform now verifies more than 97% of US workers with a 75% completion rate, combining payroll, bank, employer, and document-based data sources. The expansion addresses growing complexity in borrower income verification. Truework's 2026 research found that income instability amongst mortgage applicants rose from 50% in 2022 to 62% in 2025, whilst the severity of income swings nearly tripled. Stifel's 2026 survey showed Checkr's mortgage offering accounted for the largest share of verification volume shifting amongst firms processing more than 100,000 mortgages annually. The platform serves more than 140,000 customers globally across employment, government, mortgage, and tenant verifications.

We Work Remotely
Sep 27th, 2026
Senior Account Executive, insurtech.

Senior Account Executive, insurtech. Posted 2 hours ago About Checkr Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date. Customers include Uber, Pennymac, Airbnb, Doordash, and Anthropic. We're a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company. About the team/role Checkr Trust is not a typical sales role. It's a chance to help build an entirely new business inside a category-defining company - and we're going deep on insurance. Checkr Trust accelerates solutions that detect bad actors before they impact businesses. We have early traction in the insurance space, strong product-market pull, and the backing of Checkr - but we are still building the plane while flying it. We are looking for a Senior Account Executive who knows the insurance industry from the inside: the players, the pain points, the buying dynamics, and the relationships. Someone who can walk into a room with a carrier, MGA, or program administrator and immediately earn credibility - not because of a slide deck, but because of deep domain fluency and a trusted network. This role is for someone who wants: * A difficult, high-ownership role * Ambiguity over predictability * Accountability over excuses * Long-term impact over short-term comfort This is not a "manage a book of inbound" job. This is a territory-building, market-educating, first-call-to-close ownership role within the insurance vertical. You will operate like a founder inside a startup - except you have the resources of an established company behind you. If you want something safe and structured, this won't be the right fit. If you want to build something enduring in insurance - and are willing to do the hard work required - keep reading. What You'll Do * Own the insurance vertical: define ICPs across carriers, MGAs, program administrators, and insurtech platforms - then build repeatable motion where none exists yet * Leverage your existing insurance relationships to accelerate pipeline and shorten deal cycles * Own the entire deal lifecycle - from cold outreach to multi-threaded enterprise close * Educate the market on a category that is still forming, translating Checkr Trust's value into the language of underwriting, loss prevention, and claims risk * Navigate complex insurance buying processes involving underwriting, compliance, legal, and executive stakeholders * Experiment with AI to find efficiencies across your work * Partner cross-functionally with product, legal, operations, and leadership to shape how we win in insurance * Hit ambitious revenue targets Your fingerprints will be on how Checkr Trust wins in insurance. What We're Looking For You are someone who: * Has 5-7+ years of full-cycle, quota-carrying sales experience - hunting required * Has deep roots in the insurance industry * Has sold six- or seven-figure deals in complex, multi-stakeholder environments * Understands insurance workflows well enough to connect Checkr Trust's solutions to real underwriting and risk management problems * Has built pipeline when there was no brand awareness in a market * Has worked in a startup or operated like you were in one * Has outperformed targets in situations that weren't perfectly set up for you * Has tangible examples of projects created using advanced AI tactics * Carries an A-player mindset: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes More importantly: * You have grit. Your energy and work ethic raises the bar of others * You prefer autonomy and ownership to rigid structure * You don't wait for perfect messaging - you test, iterate, refine * You are comfortable hearing "no" repeatedly without losing momentum * You care about building something meaningful, not just closing this quarter's deal * You hold yourself to a higher internal standard than anyone else will People describe you as relentless, disciplined, competitive - but collaborative. You understand that building something valuable in a complex, regulated industry like insurance is both rewarding and uncomfortable. Pay Transparency Disclosure We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, seeour website. On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA) $298,642 - $351,343 USD Pay Transparency Disclosure One of Checkr's core values is Transparency. To live by that value, we've made the decision to disclose salary ranges in all of our job postings. We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, seeour website. On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (Remote) $229,724 - $351,343 USD What We Offer * A fast-paced and collaborative environment * Learning and development allowance * Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement * 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage * Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services * Flexible PTO policy * Monthly wellness stipend At Checkr, we believe an in office work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Nashville, TN; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 3+ days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location. Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences. Checkr believes in hiring people of all backgrounds, including those whose histories are impacted by the justice system in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance. Applicant Privacy Policy If you are a California resident or are located in Alberta or British Columbia, our Applicant Privacy Policy applies to our collection and processing of your personal information when you apply for a role with us or otherwise participate in our recruitment process. *Legitimate Checkr emails will always include our official domain name after the @ symbol (e.g., [email protected] or [email protected]). Checkr. Jobs posted: 2 About the job (This job is GeoLocked). * Posted on 2 hours ago * Apply before Oct 27th, 2026 * Job type Full-Time * Category Sales and Marketing * Country (This job is GeoLocked) 🇺🇸 United States of America

We Work Remotely
Sep 27th, 2026
Contract Recruiter.

Contract Recruiter. Posted 2 hours ago About Checkr Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date. Customers include Uber, Pennymac, Airbnb, Doordash, and Anthropic. We're a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company. About the role As a contract G&A and Operations Recruiter, you will find top-tier candidates who bring strong ability, an entrepreneurial spirit, a strong sense of ownership, and diversity of thought. You will be responsible for communicating the Checkr story and value proposition while sourcing and guiding candidates through our hiring process. You are driven, eager, and able to develop lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. This is a 6-month contract position. What you'll do: * Collaborate with hiring managers and executives to understand hiring needs and define requirements * Develop unique sourcing strategies to surface top passive candidates * Review resumes, pre-screen candidates, and drive the interview process from end to end * Organize and facilitate interview debriefs, helping to guide and drive decision making * Own the offer approval, extension and negotiation process, and effectively close prospective candidates * Create and maintain an amazing candidate experience * Attend recruiting and tech events as necessary What you bring: * 6+ years of in-house recruiting experience hiring G&A and Operations talent at a tech company. * Ability to manage a high req load * Strong sourcing ability and a diverse bag of tricks * Passion for creating an elite candidate experience * Great written and verbal communication skills * Ability to develop strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers * Time management and multitasking skills * A sense of ownership and accountability for the roles you own * An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes. Pay Transparency Disclosure We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, seeour website. On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA) $65 - $70 USD What We Offer * A fast-paced and collaborative environment * Learning and development allowance * Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement * 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage * Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services * Flexible PTO policy * Monthly wellness stipend At Checkr, we believe an in office work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Nashville, TN; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 3+ days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location. Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences. Checkr believes in hiring people of all backgrounds, including those whose histories are impacted by the justice system in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance. Applicant Privacy Policy If you are a California resident or are located in Alberta or British Columbia, our Applicant Privacy Policy applies to our collection and processing of your personal information when you apply for a role with us or otherwise participate in our recruitment process. *Legitimate Checkr emails will always include our official domain name after the @ symbol (e.g., [email protected] or [email protected]). Checkr. Jobs posted: 2 About the job (This job is GeoLocked). * Posted on 2 hours ago * Apply before Oct 27th, 2026 * Job type Full-Time * Category Management and Finance * Country (This job is GeoLocked) 🇺🇸 United States of America