Confidential company, Sales & GTM
Talent & Partnerships Lead at well-funded deep tech hardware startup
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Compensation
- £70k-£90k + Equity
Help build a premier network of engineers and operators at a rapidly scaling deep tech startup. As the Talent & Partnerships Lead, you'll move beyond traditional recruiting to curate invite-only communities, host high-density events, and partner with top-tier VCs to attract world-class talent to the frontline of hardware innovation.
If you are a natural connector with a background in venture-backed environments and a passion for frontier science, this high-impact role offers significant equity and relocation support.
What's the next step?
Confidential company are hiring from Jack's network. Talk to Jack for free and get a direct introduction to the team, if a good fit.
Role overview
You will build invite-only talent networks to attract the world’s best engineers and operators. By curating high-density events and managing relationships with top-tier founders and investors, you will shape the future of a rapidly scaling company. This is a high-ownership role focused on connecting elite talent with mission-driven hardware engineering.
About the company
Well-funded deep tech hardware startup
What you will do
- Systematically build and manage a global network of world-class founders, investors, and elite engineering talent to fuel company growth.
- Curate, host, and attend high-talent-density events and hackathons internationally to drive brand awareness and engagement.
- Develop strategic programs and compelling content that keep the talent network actively engaged with the company’s long-term mission.
Who this is a fit for
- Proven experience building relationships with exceptional individuals within a venture capital or fast-growing startup environment.
- Strong background in hardware, deep tech, or maker communities, ideally with experience running technical events like hackathons.
- A proactive “builder” mindset with a history of interesting side projects and a deep curiosity for frontier science and engineering.
Why this role is remarkable
- Work at the forefront of industrial decarbonisation within a high-growth company backed by top-tier global venture capitalists.
- Experience high ownership in a “build-it-from-zero” environment where your network directly impacts the company’s core scaling strategy.
- Benefit from a unique compensation package including significant early-team equity and a £6k annual bonus for living near the facility.
How Jack & Jill work together

What happens next?
Jack’s an AI agent for job searching and career coaching. He works for you.
Jill is the AI agent for hiring, working for the company. She recruits from Jack’s network.
If your profile’s a match and Confidential company wants to meet, Jill will make the intro. In the meantime, Jack will send you excellent alternatives.