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
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.
What You'll Do
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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
What We're Looking For
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Proven experience as a Senior / Lead Recruiter or Executive Search Consultant
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Strong background in executive search (headhunting), with experience closing senior and leadership roles
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Demonstrated success hiring within:
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Robotics / AI / automation
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Automotive or advanced manufacturing
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Operations and industrial environments
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Track record of closing complex, business-critical roles in competitive talent markets
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Deep understanding of manufacturing and robotics ecosystems, including engineering and operations leadership roles
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Strong ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders
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Expertise in direct sourcing, market mapping, and engaging passive candidates
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Experience using modern recruitment tools, including ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter
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High ownership mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
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Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
What We Offer
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Competitive equity: stock options with meaningful upside as we scale.
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30+ paid days off, including 23 days of annual leave, all UK bank holidays, and additional company closure days (including Christmas–New Year shutdown).
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Private healthcare, including virtual and in-person care.
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Pension scheme with 8% total contribution (5% employee, 3% employer) on full earnings.
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Free daily breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks in-office.
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Work at the frontier - collaborate daily with world-class engineers, researchers, and product experts building the next generation of AI and humanoid robotics.
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Real ownership - direct access to founding leadership, meaningful input on product direction, and the ability to drive key initiatives from day one.
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