Lead Technical Recruiter (Quant Engineering) London, UK

Ripple; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Wellness reimbursement

Generous vacation policy

Catered lunches

Parental leave policies

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Greater London is looking for a Lead Technical Recruiter specializing in Quantitative Engineering. You will own the recruiting process from sourcing to negotiations, work closely with hiring managers, and develop high-level strategies to attract elite talent from niche environments. The ideal candidate has extensive recruiting experience, particularly in HFT and machine learning, along with strong sourcing skills. The company offers competitive salary, bonuses, and extensive benefits including wellness programs and generous parental leave policies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of proven experience in recruiting, with at least 3+ years focused on Quantitative Engineering, HFT, or Machine Learning.
• Preferred blend of agency and in-house startup experience.
• Strong sourcing skills with a track record of converting passive talent.

Responsibilities

• Own the recruiting process from sourcing to negotiations for Quant positions.
• Develop strategies to meet aggressive hiring goals.
• Ensure a white-glove candidate experience.

Skills

Recruiting experience

Quantitative Engineering knowledge

Sourcing skills

Strong communication skills

Self-starter mentality

Knowledge of quantitative tech stack

Tools

Greenhouse (ATS)

LinkedIn Recruiter

Specialized sourcing tools

GitHub

Job description

Lead Technical Recruiter (Quant Engineering)

London, UK

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Own the specialized recruiting process from sourcing to complex offer negotiations for Quantitative Engineering and Algorithmic Trading positions.
• Develop high-level strategies to meet aggressive hiring goals, working alongside Engineering Leads to align technical priorities and performance objectives.
• Plan out-of-the-box sourcing strategies to attract elite talent from niche environments like Kaggle, GitHub, ArXiv, competitive programming forums (Codeforces), and quantitative finance conferences (NeurIPS, ICML).
• Ensure a white-glove candidate experience, keeping sophisticated candidates advised and well-prepared for rigorous technical assessments throughout the entire process.
• Partner with hiring managers to deeply understand the nuances of specific quant stacks, modeling requirements, and performance engineering needs.
• Own and drive the intake meeting, interview team kick-off, and technical debrief process to ensure a data-driven hiring bar.
• Deliver weekly performance analytics and progress reports to hiring managers and senior leadership.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• 7+ years of proven experience in recruiting, with at least 3+ years specifically focused on Quantitative Engineering, High-Frequency Trading (HFT), or Machine Learning talent.
• A blend of agency (specialized search) and in-house startup experience is preferred to navigate both high-volume and high-touch environments.
• Strong sourcing skills with a proven track record of converting passive, highly-compensated talent into hires.
• Experience using niche channels to source candidates, including math Olympiads, research labs, and diversity-in-STEM academic events.
• Self-starter mentality who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with exceptional organizational precision.
• In-depth knowledge of the quantitative tech stack, including proficiency in discussing C++, Python (NumPy/Pandas), Rust, Low-Latency systems, and Distributed Computing.
• Experienced Bay Area or Financial Hub recruiter with extensive knowledge of the competitive landscape in FinTech and quantitative hedge funds.
• Expertise in the tools of the trade: Greenhouse (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, specialized sourcing tools (e.g., Entelo, SeekOut), and technical repositories like GitHub.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to "speak the language" of PhDs and elite engineers.

Take Control of Your Finances

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
• Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
• Employee giving match

Take Care of Yourself

• R&R days so you can rest and recharge
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
• Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
• Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events

Benefits listed above are for full-time employees.

Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.