Talent Acquisition Lead

About Level Zero

Level Zero is pioneering next generation biosensor technology for precise, real time monitoring of critical endocrine biomarkers. Recognised as one of the top 20 startups across all categories worldwide at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 - and backed by top tier organisations like redalpine, SOSV and Entrepreneur First - we're pushing the boundaries of biochemistry and nanotechnology to revolutionise personalised health.

Founded by two seasoned engineers, we bring extensive experience in R&D, technical innovation, and commercial strategy to transform the way people monitor their health. Our mission is bold: to revolutionise health management by delivering clinical grade data directly to individuals, wherever they are.

We're seeking driven builders to join us in pushing the boundaries of biosensing and health tech, making personalised health monitoring a reality for everyone. To achieve this ambitious vision, we're assembling the best team in the world - dedicated to turning cutting edge science into life changing, real world solutions.

What You'll Do

• Lead end to end hiring for high impact scientific and engineering roles, from first outreach to signed offer.
• Build sourcing engines for exceptional talent across IVD, mechanical and software engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, and biochemistry.
• Develop trusted relationships with PhD level and industry leaders through academic networks, specialist communities, conferences, and referrals.
• Partner closely with founders and hiring managers to define roles, sharpen what "great" looks like, and close decisively.
• Raise the bar on process by designing interviews and assessments that are rigorous, efficient, and genuinely candidate friendly.
• Be the face of Level Zero to the scientific community, delivering an outstanding candidate experience and strengthening our employer brand.
• Use metrics and clear judgment to continuously improve pipeline quality, time to hire, and offer acceptance.

What You Bring Essential

• A strong track record hiring PhD level scientists and deep tech engineers, with a focus on hiring for in vitro diagnostics (IVD) companies, ideally in a high growth startup environment.
• Comfort speaking with highly technical candidates and translating complexity into clear hiring decisions.
• Exposure to life sciences, chemistry, or engineering.
• Sharp sourcing instincts and the grit to find and engage people who are not actively looking.
• Experience building or meaningfully upgrading a recruiting function, not just running within one.
• Excellent communication and an eye for quality in every detail, from outreach to offer.

Nice to have

• Experience hiring internationally, especially across the US and Europe.
• Experience with UK visa sponsorship processes (e.g., Sponsor Licence management, Certificates of Sponsorship, and Skilled Worker visas).

Who You Are

We value culture as much as we value technical expertise, creating an environment that's equal parts collaboration, curiosity, and fun.

We're a fast paced, mission driven young team on a quest to make a lasting impact, fueled by uncompromising integrity, unwavering support for one another, and the thrill of exploring uncharted territories. Our passion for excellence drives everything we do, and we welcome individuals who share our commitment to shaping the future.

If our vision excites you, here are the qualities we look for:

• You live and breathe integrity, tackling challenges with honesty and transparency.
• You're a self starter who loves diving into the unknown, collaborating on complex problems, and taking full ownership of results.
• You excel at open, clear communication and see every piece of feedback as a springboard for growth - especially in a science and data focused environment.
• You're motivated by creating real impact, particularly when it comes to advancing human health.
• You strike a balance between independence and collaboration, knowing when to seek support or invite others to join in.
• You're confident in defending your ideas, while also valuing respectful, constructive debate as a path to better solutions.
• You thrive in the dynamic atmosphere of a startup, constantly evolving your skill set and fearlessly applying what you learn.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity, aligned with the importance of this role.
• Direct partnership with the founders and real influence over how we scale.
• The chance to build a world class scientific team from the ground up.
• Work that is ambitious, urgent, and deeply meaningful.

Be Part of Our Journey

If you're ready to be at the forefront of biosensing innovation and thrive in fast paced, learning rich environments, we'd love to hear from you.

If your skills and experience do not align perfectly with this role, yet you believe you have something unique to offer, we're keen to listen. Reach out to us with a short statement on how you can contribute and let's discuss where you might fit into our team.