Recruitment Leader / Director – AI / Tech
NYC/US-based or in London (with relocation to New York in 12–18 months)
Permanent People are delighted to be partnering with a global recruitment firm specialising in AI and Machine Learning space. We are seeking a dynamic Recruitment Leader / Director to take on a hands-on, billing role with a clear path to growth and leadership.
This is a rare opportunity to either:
- Step directly into the role in the US (ideally New York) with full rights to work in the US.
- Be based in London initially, with planned relocation to New York within 12–18 months
The Role
- Lead by example as a hands-on biller, driving revenue through business development and high-quality candidate placements.
- Manage and grow a small team, providing coaching, leadership, and strategic direction.
- Play a pivotal role in the growth of the AI and technology division.
- Develop client relationships across hedge funds, trading firms, asset managers, and fintech’s in the US and global markets.
- Contribute to long-term strategy and expansion as the business scales.
Focus Areas
Our client operates across several high-growth sectors, giving you access to exciting clients and candidates, including:
- Engineering: Software development, AI, robotics, and leadership roles in AI and product innovation.
- Governance: Senior appointments in AI governance, compliance, and ethical leadership.
- Quant: Algorithmic trading, quantitative research, and machine learning roles shaping the future of finance.
- Sales: Commercial hires from Business Development Representatives to VP Sales and Directors.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven success in 360° recruitment, within the AI, Machine Learning, Data or quantitative markets.
- Strong billing track record with consistent delivery.
- Previous experience leading or mentoring a team, with a desire to build and grow a function.
- Ambition to thrive in a high-performance, international environment.
- Willingness to relocate from London to New York (if not US-based already).
What’s On Offer
- Competitive base salary with industry-leading commission structure.
- Clear progression into a senior leadership role as the US business scales.
- Relocation support (for London-based hires).
- Future equity
- Chance to be part of a high-growth, global recruitment brand with deep sector expertise.
- Direct access to some of the most exciting clients in quant, trading, and fintech.
