Senior Talent Partner - Executive Search (VC) in London

At Chapter 2, we’re not just scaling businesses—we’re reshaping the future of talent acquisition with passion, loyalty, and an unwavering commitment to results. By blending people, processes, and cutting‑edge technology, we’ve redefined the traditional RPO model, delivering faster, smarter, and more cost‑effective solutions that exceed expectations. As a global powerhouse, our team spans the UK, South Africa, the US, and Germany, with India as the next frontier in our ambitious expansion. Having grown 1300% in just two years, we are unstoppable fuelling our momentum with honesty, collaboration, and a shared vision.

We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, embedding world‑class talent, pioneering technology, and compelling employer branding into organizations across industries. Our approach isn’t just about recruitment—it’s about building long‑term success for our clients. We are loyal to our clients, to our vision, and most importantly, to each other—because we know that true success is built together.

This global venture platform is hiring a Senior Talent Partner to lead executive hiring for a pivotal Director of Global Development search across EMEA and APAC. The role is fully embedded, operating as an extension of the internal team and directly shaping international expansion.

About the role

• Partner closely with the in‑house executive recruiting team to define priority companies, teams, and roles across areas such as Ads, Discovery/Recommendations and monetization/platform engineering for large creator ecosystems.
• Run deep intake sessions with recruiting and hiring leaders to clarify success profiles, known “must‑know” talent, and existing market knowledge, then translate this into clear research roadmaps.
• Embed full‑time into the internal talent team, acting under the company brand in all candidate interactions and communications.
• Use email, ATS and collaboration tools, partnering closely with senior leadership to ensure consistent, high‑context messaging throughout every search.
• Own end‑to‑end recruitment for the Director of Global Development profile across priority markets, from intake and sourcing through interviews, stakeholder management and closing offers.

What you’ll do

• Lead the full hiring lifecycle: define requirements, build search strategy, source and engage senior talent, run structured assessments, and manage offers/closing.
• Operate as eyes and ears on the ground across key regions (Germany, UK, France, Poland, Nordics, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Australia), constantly mapping talent pools and keeping a live view of the market.
• Provide regional market intelligence on candidate availability, compensation benchmarks and competitor moves, advising which markets to prioritize and how to tailor offers.
• Build a high‑touch, story‑led candidate experience, representing the organisation’s mission and track record with credibility to senior leaders and investors.

What you bring

• 5+ years’ experience recruiting venture and early‑stage leaders, especially rare “fundraise → build” profiles where capital raising, company building and ambiguity are core to success.
• Proven ability to read beyond the surface assessing sales ability, stakeholder navigation, resilience, and real commercial outcomes.
• Track record hiring across multiple markets and networks spanning venture, strategy, healthcare and founder ecosystems.
• Fluency in venture models: able to engage senior candidates credibly while balancing that healthcare experience is preferred, not mandatory.
• Strong narrative selling skills: expert at positioning still‑evolving roles, translating an established story into compelling local pitches, and co‑pitching with senior stakeholders to close top‑tier candidates.

Why this role

• Strategic, global remit: Shape the leadership footprint across Europe and Asia‑Pacific for a high‑growth health‑venture platform.
• Deep partnership with: Work directly with senior executives as a trusted advisor on market entry, sequencing and talent strategy.
• High‑impact, focused search: Dedicated exclusively to one critical role profile, allowing you to go deep in each market and deliver truly exceptional hires.

Benefits and Rewards designed around you:

• A competitive salary depending on experience.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work possibilities, so you can balance life and career in a way that works best for you.
• Future‑Proof Your Finances – Our pension fund helps you invest in a secure and comfortable future, so you can plan with confidence.
• Your Health Matters – From medical aid to comprehensive health and wellness programs, we’re committed to keeping you feeling your best—inside and out.
• Celebrate YOU – Your birthday is special, and we think you should spend it doing what makes you happiest! Enjoy birthday leave to relax, celebrate, and recharge.
• Shining a Spotlight on Success – We love recognizing and rewarding hard work! Our Town Hall Recognition Awards celebrate those who go the extra mile, because every achievement deserves a moment in the spotlight.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Chapter 2

At Chapter 2 we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace where everyone belongs. Regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or neurodiversity, we celebrate the unique perspectives that make us stronger. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to accommodate any recruitment or interview adjustments needed to create a smooth and comfortable experience. Your individuality matters, and we believe that diverse philosophies, cultures, and experiences drive innovation and success.

Locations

London

About Chapter 2

Chapter 2 are passionate about the evolution of recruitment and talent acquisition. We are loyal to our clients, company vision and each other - working together and supporting one another. We are united and relentless in our drive to deliver results for both our clients and ourselves. We are comfortable with uncomfortable conversations. Honesty and communication are the backbone of everything we do.