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HIRING SPECIALIST
Let's Talk About Your Next Critical Hire
TRUSTED BY HIGH GROWTH STARTUPS
Results That Matter
When you're scaling, results matter more than promises. Every startup hiring case study breaks down the business challenge, the roles we recruited, the hiring timeline, and the measurable outcome.
Beyond showing who was hired, we explain why those hires mattered - how they accelerated product delivery, unlocked revenue growth, strengthened leadership teams, reduced hiring risk, and created the foundations for long-term scale. Each case study gives founders complete visibility into the decisions, execution, and business impact behind every successful search.
98%
Of hires retained beyond 12 months
120+
Successful founder partnerships
83%
Of placements are function defining roles
5/5
Avg star founder satisfaction rating
FOUNDER HIRING SUPPORT
"We had a fantastic experience working with the Search Experience to hire our Head of AI Engineering role. From day one, Ryan knew exactly what type of candidate we were looking for and quickly got work on a highly complex search. His attention to detail, responsiveness and availability for calls made the hiring process so much easier. He brought forward exceptional talent and I would highly recommend working with him and the rest of the TSE team!!"
Talent Acquisition Partner, IT Services
SEARCH WITH PURPOSE
Why Founders Partner with Us
STRATEGIC MARKET INSIGHT
Practical advice on hiring strategy, compensation and talent availability
CURATED SHORTLISTS
Carefully curated candidates aligned to your business, growth stage and hiring goals.
NO HANDOVERS OR LAYOFFS
Direct access to experienced recruiters throughout - the person you meet is the person who leads your search.
COMPLEXITY SPECIALISTS
Reassurance with difficult, niche and business-critical roles that require deep market knowledge.
TAILORED PARTNERSHIP
A highly personalized recruitment consultation, tailored to your business, growth stage and hiring objectives,
We work with founders globally to hire exceptional talent across the U.S., backed by strategically located offices and local market expertise.
OUR GLOBAL LOCATIONS
Supporting Founders Globally.
Building Teams in the U.S.
SAN FRANCISCO
461 Bush Street #300
San Francisco
CA 94108
+1 415 358 0566
NEW YORK
205 Hudson #753
New York
NY 10013
+1 408 833 0412
SYDNEY
388 George Street
Sydney
NSW 2000
+61 456 950 069
LONDON
+44 7710 611 771
FAQs
Is there a cost to speak with your team?
No. Your initial consultation is completely free. We'll discuss your hiring goals, current challenges and whether we're the right recruitment partner for your startup.
What types of startups do you work with?
We primarily partner with venture-backed startups from Seed to Series C, guiding founders with their early hires across GTM, Technical, Product and Design functions. We also support international companies expanding into the US.
What should I prepare before our first conversation?
Know which roles you're hiring for, your hiring timeline, your team structure and any challenges you've encountered. If you're still defining your hiring strategy, we can assist with that too.
Can you assist if I'm only hiring one person?
Yes. Whether you're making your first strategic hire or building out an entire team, we tailor our approach to your stage, hiring goals and growth plans.
How quickly can we get started?
Once we've discussed your hiring needs, we can begin the search process quickly. We'll agree on the role requirements, hiring timeline and search strategy before launching the engagement.
People Also Ask
Do I need to know exactly who I want to hire before contacting a recruiter?
No. Many founders come to us before they've finalized the role. We can help define the position, align it with your growth goals and build an effective hiring strategy.
When should a startup engage a recruitment partner?
The best time is before hiring becomes urgent. Engaging a recruitment partner early allows time to define the role, align stakeholders and access top candidates before you're under pressure.
Do you recruit outside the United States?
Yes. While our primary focus is the US startup ecosystem, we also support founders hiring internationally and companies expanding into new markets.
What roles do you specialize in?
We recruit across GTM, Technical, Product and Design, including both individual contributors and executive leadership positions.