Senior / Lead Executive Recruiter (Robotics, Manufacturing & Operations)

United Kingdom·Londonfull-timesenior

Executive RecruiterRecruitment & Talent Acquisition

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Executive search methodologies (retained-style, research-driven approaches) Advanced sourcing techniques and modern AI tools Deep industry networks and competitor mapping Act as a lead closer,

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Executive RecruiterRecruitment & Talent Acquisition

Here at Humanoid, we believe in a future where robots amplify human potential. That’s why we’ve set out on a mission to build the world’s most capable, commercially-scalable, and safe humanoid robots. We’re bringing that mission to life with HMND‑01 - our rapidly developed humanoid platform being deployed in real industrial environments - and we’re growing the team to take it even further.

About the Role

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We are looking for a Senior / Lead Executive Recruiter with deep expertise in executive search within robotics and advanced manufacturing environments. This role is critical in identifying and closing high-impact leadership and niche technical hires in a fast-scaling, high-performance organisation.

You will operate as a trusted partner to hiring managers and leadership, driving complex, high-stakes searches end-to-end, often targeting passive talent in highly competitive markets. Executive search in robotics and manufacturing requires a research-led, network-driven approach due to the limited and highly specialized talent pool.

Responsibilities

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Lead end-to-end executive and senior-level hiring across robotics, manufacturing, and operations functions
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Own and deliver on highly complex and hard-to-fill roles, requiring deep market mapping and proactive headhunting
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Partner closely with hiring managers and leadership teams to define role requirements, success profiles, and hiring strategies Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging:
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Executive search methodologies (retained-style, research-driven approaches)
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Advanced sourcing techniques and modern AI tools
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Deep industry networks and competitor mapping
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Act as a lead closer, managing offer strategy, stakeholder alignment, and candidate negotiations Build and maintain a strong network of senior talent across robotics and manufacturing sectors
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Provide market intelligence, including talent insights, compensation benchmarks, and competitor landscape
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Champion a fast-paced, high-quality hiring process, ensuring speed without compromising candidate experience
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Utilize tools such as ATS systems and LinkedIn Recruiter to drive efficient and data-driven hiring
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Continuously stay on top of emerging technologies, hiring trends, and talent acquisition innovations

Proven experience as a Senior / Lead Recruiter or Executive Search Consultant
Strong background in executive search (headhunting), with experience closing senior and leadership roles
Demonstrated success hiring within:

Track record of closing complex, business-critical roles in competitive talent markets

Deep understanding of manufacturing and robotics ecosystems, including engineering and operations leadership roles

Strong ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders

Expertise in direct sourcing, market mapping, and engaging passive candidates

Experience using modern recruitment tools, including ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter

High ownership mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

What We Offer

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✓Competitive equity: stock options with meaningful upside as we scale.

✓30+ paid days off, including 23 days of annual leave, all UK bank holidays, and additional company closure days (including Christmas–New Year shutdown).

✓Private healthcare, including virtual and in-person care.

✓Pension scheme with 8% total contribution (5% employee, 3% employer) on full earnings.

✓Free daily breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks in-office.

✓Work at the frontier - collaborate daily with world-class engineers, researchers, and product experts building the next generation of AI and humanoid robotics.

✓Real ownership - direct access to founding leadership, meaningful input on product direction, and the ability to drive key initiatives from day one.