Full-Time

Trust & Safety Specialist

Escalations

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Instawork

Instawork

1,001-5,000 employees

Connects businesses with vetted hourly workers

Consulting
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$80k - $90kAnnually

+ Equity + Stock Options

Mid

Chicago, IL, USA

For applicants based in Chicago.

Category
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
SQL
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 4+ years of experience in operations, compliance, or Trust & Safety, preferably in a two sided marketplace
  • Experienced with developing and administering quality programs in a complex operation
  • Strong executive presence and experience with briefing C level audiences
  • Available to work a non-traditional schedule (e.g. weekends)
  • Experience communicating with external stakeholders, such as clients or law enforcement
  • Strong analytical skills, including working with data to solve business problems
  • Process driven individual with a proven track record of developing and implementing new processes and identifying opportunities to improve or build on existing processes
  • Ability to focus and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Optional Qualifications include: Proficiency in SQL and experience using analytics tools (Excel, Mode), or experience drafting and publishing policies and/or help center articles
Responsibilities
  • Investigate safety incidents and follow through to resolution across all stakeholders
  • Conduct objective, unbiased, thorough evidenced-based investigations
  • Manage escalated support tickets, communicating clearly and consistently with the professionals and partners using our platform
  • Develop subject matter expertise on Instawork’s Community Guidelines and terms of service
  • Prioritize responses based on urgency and severity
  • Identify opportunities to improve our operational workflows and policies
  • Learn and master multiple internal systems
  • Use data to gather and communicate facts

Instawork connects businesses with over 5 million vetted short-term, seasonal, and temp-to-hire workers through its online platform. This service is designed for companies needing hourly workers, making it easier to find qualified candidates compared to traditional staffing agencies. The platform uses an intelligent matching system to pair businesses with suitable workers from its extensive database, ensuring that only reliable individuals are connected to employers. This vetting process has led to a high demand for Instawork's workers, with 93% of businesses wanting to rehire them and a low 2% no-show rate. Businesses can also view worker profiles and experience before they start a shift, and those looking for full-time employees can search and hire directly from the platform. Instawork generates revenue by charging businesses for these connections, and its importance grew during the pandemic, reinforcing its market position.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$144M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

67%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Instawork's rapid expansion into new markets, such as Savannah, Hartford, and Charleston, indicates strong growth potential.
  • The company's high ranking on the 2023 Inc. 5000 list reflects its robust business performance and market acceptance.
  • Instawork's focus on training and certification for workers can lead to higher worker satisfaction and retention, benefiting both workers and businesses.

What critics are saying

  • The reliance on a high volume of short-term and seasonal employment may expose Instawork to market fluctuations and economic downturns.
  • Rapid expansion into new markets could strain operational capabilities and affect service quality.

What makes Instawork unique

  • Instawork's intelligent matching system and rigorous vetting process ensure a high reliability rate, setting it apart from traditional staffing agencies.
  • The platform's ability to provide immediate access to worker profiles and experiences enhances transparency and trust for businesses.
  • Instawork's extensive database of over 5 million vetted workers offers a scale and reach that is difficult for competitors to match.

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