Strativ Group
Job Title: AI Recruitment Lead Location: London (Hybrid) Reporting to: Senior AI Recruitment Manager We're looking for a Software Engineering Recruitment Manager with a focus in AI/ML to step into a high-performing, revenue-generating desk and take ownership of a critical growth area within the business. This is not a rebuild-from-scratch role. The market, clients, candidates, and infrastructure are already in place. What we need is someone commercially "on it" who can generate business, manage people, and scale while operating with the global software engineering market's most elite. You'll be working with some of the highest-paid software engineers in the world, often operating at compensation levels comparable to CTOs, within a highly competitive and AI-driven market. Strativ Overview: Strativ Group specialise in technology, clean energy, future mobility and industrial recruitment. Established in 2018 with the goal of building a forward-thinking business that does things differently, we make it our mission to empower people and shape futures. Role Overview: Commercial & Market Leadership Own and grow a high-value Software Engineering desk (perm focus) Operate across Software Engineering, DevOps, Infrastructure, and adjacent tech verticals Build and manage retainers, project-based hiring, and split deals Generate new business while deepening relationships with existing clients Work with AI start-ups and scale-ups, particularly within the US market Management & Team Development Opportunity to inherit 1 consultant from the team, either from day 1 or when the time is right Deliver 121s, performance reviews, and P&L oversight Run training sessions and support wider team as a mentor Who we're Looking for: The ideal profile will include most of the following: Essential Experience 5-8+ years experience in software engineering recruitment (we will consider more or less everything else aligns) Previous management experience is a must (121s, performance management, exposure to managing a P&L) A history of strong billing performance (circa £300k+ preferred depending on market) Clear evidence of business generation, not just delivery Highly Desirable US software engineering market experience Exposure to AI companies (start-up or scale-up environments) Experience selling projects, retainers, and complex hiring solutions Flexibility If you haven't worked the US market, you'll need a clear peak elsewhere (exceptional billing, niche software specialism, standout leadership, etc.) We'll speak to more junior managers, again, if you have a genuine edge or other relevant in your skillset The Rewards: EMI scheme based on performance, not tenure Vitality Private Health cover after 6 months 2x salary reviews per year Environment for high performers: no set working hours, unlimited annual leave, free breakfast daily, free coffee, office gym access and more! 24/7 + 365 support from day 1 from Health Assured: mental health, career coaching, financial wellbeing, legal support, amongst other services provided for free 2x holiday incentives per year for A-Players International travel opportunities Enhanced parental leave - up to 9 months maternity and paternity full pay Quarterly and annual socials (team building activities, summer soiree, xmas do etc) Pension Branded merch People wellbeing first culture: from run clubs, to book clubs, and diversity squad!
Job Title: AI Recruitment Lead Location: London (Hybrid) Reporting to: Senior AI Recruitment Manager We're looking for a Software Engineering Recruitment Manager with a focus in AI/ML to step into a high-performing, revenue-generating desk and take ownership of a critical growth area within the business. This is not a rebuild-from-scratch role. The market, clients, candidates, and infrastructure are already in place. What we need is someone commercially "on it" who can generate business, manage people, and scale while operating with the global software engineering market's most elite. You'll be working with some of the highest-paid software engineers in the world, often operating at compensation levels comparable to CTOs, within a highly competitive and AI-driven market. Strativ Overview: Strativ Group specialise in technology, clean energy, future mobility and industrial recruitment. Established in 2018 with the goal of building a forward-thinking business that does things differently, we make it our mission to empower people and shape futures. Role Overview: Commercial & Market Leadership Own and grow a high-value Software Engineering desk (perm focus) Operate across Software Engineering, DevOps, Infrastructure, and adjacent tech verticals Build and manage retainers, project-based hiring, and split deals Generate new business while deepening relationships with existing clients Work with AI start-ups and scale-ups, particularly within the US market Management & Team Development Opportunity to inherit 1 consultant from the team, either from day 1 or when the time is right Deliver 121s, performance reviews, and P&L oversight Run training sessions and support wider team as a mentor Who we're Looking for: The ideal profile will include most of the following: Essential Experience 5-8+ years experience in software engineering recruitment (we will consider more or less everything else aligns) Previous management experience is a must (121s, performance management, exposure to managing a P&L) A history of strong billing performance (circa £300k+ preferred depending on market) Clear evidence of business generation, not just delivery Highly Desirable US software engineering market experience Exposure to AI companies (start-up or scale-up environments) Experience selling projects, retainers, and complex hiring solutions Flexibility If you haven't worked the US market, you'll need a clear peak elsewhere (exceptional billing, niche software specialism, standout leadership, etc.) We'll speak to more junior managers, again, if you have a genuine edge or other relevant in your skillset The Rewards: EMI scheme based on performance, not tenure Vitality Private Health cover after 6 months 2x salary reviews per year Environment for high performers: no set working hours, unlimited annual leave, free breakfast daily, free coffee, office gym access and more! 24/7 + 365 support from day 1 from Health Assured: mental health, career coaching, financial wellbeing, legal support, amongst other services provided for free 2x holiday incentives per year for A-Players International travel opportunities Enhanced parental leave - up to 9 months maternity and paternity full pay Quarterly and annual socials (team building activities, summer soiree, xmas do etc) Pension Branded merch People wellbeing first culture: from run clubs, to book clubs, and diversity squad!