PARTNER-LED SEARCH FOR STARTUPS & SCALEUPS.

We run searches for high-growth startups and scaleups hiring their most critical roles

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HOW WOLVEN WORKS

THE GAP WE FILL

Whether you need dedicated search or embedded TA leadership, we bring experience from the inside. We've scaled startup teams through hypergrowth, so we understand your constraints, your culture, and what actually works when you're moving fast

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Dedicated, full-cycle search for senior and specialized roles. We own the entire process: market mapping, sourcing, candidate engagement, and offer negotiation. You get a shortlist of qualified candidates and a hire you can trust.

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A fractional Talent Partner embedded in your team as long as you need. We don't just fill roles, we build your entire TA function from scratch. From role scorecards and interview frameworks to ATS optimisation, candidate experience, onboarding foundations, and scalable hiring playbooks.

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WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT

IN-HOUSE EXPERIENCE. EXTERNAL FLEXIBILITY

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We've scaled hiring teams from the inside, so we work differently than traditional agencies. Whether we're running search or embedding with your team, we integrate deeply - learning your culture, understanding your constraints, and delivering hires that actually fit.

→ End-to-end ownership, role definition to offer

→ Weekly updates and full pipeline visibility

→ Best-in-class tools included at no extra cost

→ Real market intelligence on salaries and talent

→ Better candidate experience, stronger retention and brand

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OUR TRACK RECORD

6 WEEKS

AVERAGE TIME TO HIRE
AVERAGE TIME TO SHORTLIST

5 DAYS

6:1

INTERVIEW TO HIRE RATIO

54%

RESPONSE RATE TO OUTBOUND

75

AVERAGE NPS SCORE

96%

OFFER ACCEPTANCE RATE
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SEED AND SERIES A–B STARTUPS, READY TO SCALE. 

WHO WE WOR WITH

We work with Seed and Series A–B startups who are hiring actively but don't yet have a dedicated Talent team. Typically founder-led, stretched teams who need someone to take ownership of hiring and move fast.

We also support Series C companies with embedded Talent leadership during regional expansion or new market entry.

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OUR PROCESS

FROM BRIEF TO HIRE

Hiring at pace needs clarity, ownership and momentum. Our process is structured, clearly scoped, and actively managed from start to finish.

  • We start with a focused session to align on the role, your team, and what great looks like in your world setting the stage for high-impact hiring from day one.

  • We map out the approach: ideal profile, search criteria, sourcing channels, interview process, timelines and benchmarks

  • We run a full search combining smart sourcing, inbound management, and personalised outreach. Every shortlisted candidate is video-interviewed, tracked in our ATS, and delivered with detailed feedback

  • We submit a curated shortlist of 4–6 strong candidates , all fully screened, video interviewed, and aligned with your brief. Each comes with detailed insights, not just a CV.

  • We manage expectations on both sides, support offer conversations, handle negotiation, and make sure the right person says yes.

  • We don’t place and disappear. We stay close through notice periods and onboarding to ensure a smooth start for both sides. That means regular check-ins with candidates, supporting managers with feedback, and addressing any bumps early. The result: stronger retention, better candidate experience, and hires that stick.

TESTIMONIALS

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“Lottie has consistently demonstrated dedication and commitment to delivering high-quality candidates to help us build awesome teams. She manages multiple recruitment streams in a high-pressure environment, holds me to account when needed, and progresses pipelines quickly and efficiently. I always trust Lottie’s judgement, she takes the time to understand the specific needs of each role and has a proven ability to source and attract great candidates.”

Alex Rolfe, Delivery Director / Satalia

“Lottie was an invaluable asset to have in the People team. She works diligently, methodically and goes above and beyond with her contributions to the hiring effort. I very much enjoyed working with Lottie and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.”

Charlotte Grant, Head of People

“ Lottie was brilliant to work with throughout the process - quick to respond, sharp in understanding what I was after, and excellent at articulating that to the company, while also giving me a clear picture of the role in return. I felt genuinely well-represented, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced, professional and enthusiastic talent partner."

Tom Bray, Software Delivery Manager

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.

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  • We hire across all startup functions: Tech, Product, Operations, Go-to-Market (sales, marketing, customer success) and People. Our strength is in building TA infrastructure and closing roles across these areas.

  • For search engagements, we typically present a first shortlist within 10 days, though in some cases it could be as quick as 3-5 days. For embedded partnerships, we start sourcing within days of kickoff and aim to have candidates in your pipeline within the first week

  • A: We bring our own recruitment tools, including a full LinkedIn Recruiter license, Juicebox for AI-powered sourcing, and expertise with all major ATS platforms (Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby, Workable, TeamTailor, Loxo, etc). If you don't have an ATS yet, we'll help you choose and set one up.

  • Let's talk. We'll help you figure out whether embedded TA, advisory, or search makes the most sense for your stage and needs. There's no one-size-fits-all, we tailor our approach to what you actually need.

  • Absolutely. If you have an internal recruiter or People person, we can work alongside them, either leading the function or supporting specific areas (e.g., senior hiring, process design, manager training). We’re highly collaborative and have extensive experience partnering with in-house People and Talent teams!

  • Yes. For embedded engagements, we build onboarding foundations as part of your TA infrastructure. For search placements, we can provide onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition and strong first 90 days.

  • Book an intro call with us. We'll discuss your hiring needs, current challenges, and whether embedded TA is the right fit. If it makes sense, we can typically start within 1-2 weeks.

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