You will lead the charge in scaling a high-bar engineering and trading engine, sourcing world-class talent from elite technical organizations and hedge funds. This role combines strategic talent mapping with full-cycle execution, requiring a deep understanding of niche technical skill sets and the ability to navigate competitive markets to secure top-tier talent.
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Technical Recruiter at well-funded high-performance fintech startup
Are you a master of the technical talent market looking to build an elite team from the ground up? We are seeking a Technical Recruiter to join a well-funded fintech startup in London, where you will be responsible for sourcing and closing top-tier talent from elite engineering and trading backgrounds. This is a high-impact opportunity to influence the trajectory of a rapidly growing firm backed by top-tier VCs, offering the chance to work in a high-performance environment with a very high talent bar.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
Well-funded high-performance fintech startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Develop and execute tailored sourcing strategies to engage top-tier talent from elite technical and trading organizations.
- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from initial screening and technical assessment to final offer negotiation.
- Partner closely with hiring managers to refine search strategies, share pipeline insights, and maintain a high talent bar.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience with a strong focus on backend engineering in high-performance environments.
- Proven track record of closing candidates with niche, in-demand skill sets from trading firms or top-tier tech companies.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and maintain an excellent candidate experience.
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What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Opportunity to build an elite team from the ground up within a high-growth, high-performance environment.
- Backed by top-tier VCs, providing the stability and resources to compete for the world's best engineering talent.
- Direct influence over the company's culture and technical bar through strategic hiring and candidate experience management.
Jack & Jill
How Jack & Jill work together
Meet Jack
Jack gets to know what you're great at and what you want next, then searches 14 million jobs daily and introduces you directly to hiring managers.
How does this work?
Jack's an AI agent for job searching and career coaching. He works for you.
Jill is the AI recruiter working for the company. She recruits from Jack's network.
If it's a match and the company wants to meet you, they'll make the intro. In the meantime, if you'd like, Jack will send you excellent alternatives.