Company Overview:

Model ML is the AI workflow builder transforming how major financial institutions produce and validate client-ready work. Model ML converts complex, manual processes into fully automated AI systems that scale across global teams. In under a year, Model ML has become one of the fastest growing enterprise AI platforms worldwide and recently closed a $75 million Series A, one of the largest fintech Series A rounds ever. The round was backed by FT Partners, Y Combinator, LocalGlobe, QED, 13books, and other top global investors, bringing total funding to $90 million.

The Role:

Weʼre looking for a world-class Head of Talent to build and scale our global talent function from the ground up. Youʼll partner directly with the founders to define our hiring strategy, build high-performance teams, and shape the culture and standards of a generational company. This is a high-ownership, high-intensity role for someone who thrives in ambiguity and wants to influence the DNA of an iconic organisation.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Build and own Model MLʼs global talent strategy across London, New York, San Francisco, and Hong Kong.

• Partner directly with the CEO and CTO to understand org needs and translate them into world class hiring plans.

• Build a repeatable end-to-end recruiting engine — sourcing, screening, assessment, and closing.

• Hire across product, engineering, sales, customer success, operations, and leadership.

• Develop a top-tier sourcing strategy that proactively identifies exceptional candidates before they enter the market.

• Define the standards, processes, and operating rhythm for hiring at scale.

• Build talent brand and outreach motions that reflect the ambition and intensity of Model ML.

• Ensure every hire raises the bar — culturally, technically, and operationally.

• Establish the systems, data, and reporting to support rapid headcount growth.

• Serve as a cultural steward: shaping values, performance expectations, and leadership development.

What You Can Expect:

• Youʼll be building from zero — no legacy, no bureaucracy.

• Priorities will shift. Deadlines will tighten. Growth will be uncomfortable — and thatʼs the point.

• Youʼll work directly with the CEO and CTO, shaping the company from its earliest stages.

• Youʼll be an essential force behind assembling one of the highest-calibre teams in the AI industry.

• It will be the most demanding and career-defining talent role youʼve ever taken on.

What We’re Looking For:

• 6 years of experience in recruiting or talent leadership, with a track record of hiring exceptional talent at speed.

• Experience scaling teams at a fast-growing startup or high-performance organisation.

• Ability to design, operationalise, and execute a rigorous, repeatable hiring process.

• Deep understanding of technical and go-to-market roles.

• Exceptional sourcing ability — you know how to find and close people others canʼt reach.

• Strong communication, storytelling, and candidate-experience instincts.

• High ambition — you want to help build a generational company, not a “niceˮ one.

What We Offer:

• Direct access to the founding team (2x YC-backed exits).

• Competitive salary + meaningful equity.

• A rare opportunity to shape the team, culture, and operating system of a category-defining AI company.

• A culture of high trust, high intensity, and high impact.

To Close:

We’re assembling a small team of people who want to build something iconic—and are willing to sacrifice for it. If you’re hungry, smart, and ready to make your defining career move, we’d love to meet.

About the Interview Process:

We respect your time and move fast.

• Call 1: 30-minute intro with Nat (CoS)

• Call 2: 30-minute conversation with Chaz (CEO)

• Call 3: 45-minute deep dive on talent strategy with Chaz and Nat

If you're interested in this role, apply using the form below.