EMBEDDED HIRING FOR STARTUPS & SCALEUPS.
We embed with your team to move hiring fast, build structure, and give you predictable monthly costs through our subscription model.
HOW WE PARTNER WITH YOU.
THE GAP WE FILL We work with growing companies that need strong hiring capability fast, but want to keep things simple and predictable. Specifically, we partner with:
• Startups without a dedicated hiring function, who need immediate momentum and structure.
• Series A–B scaleups with lean Talent teams, who need extra capacity on priority roles without adding permanent headcount.
PHASE 1We embed within a week and take full ownership of hiring. Working directly with founders, we move fast, define roles clearly, and close high-impact hires end-to-end.
Plug in and deliver
PHASE 2We build your hiring function while delivering results. From role scorecards and interview frameworks to ATS optimisation, candidate experience, onboarding foundations, and scalable hiring playbooks.
Build the engine 
PHASE 3We strengthen your long-term hiring capability by leaving you with clear systems, shared ways of working, and a proven playbook your team can run with. You finish the engagement faster, more capable, and better equipped to hire well, long after we step back.
Build lasting capabilityWHY WE ARE DIFFERENT IN-HOUSE EXPERIENCE. FULL FLEXIBILITY.
We've scaled hiring teams from the inside, so we work differently than traditional agencies. Whether we are embedding with your team or supporting you on a one-off role, 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
OUR TRACK RECORD
6 WEEKS
AVERAGE TIME TO HIREAVERAGE TIME TO SHORTLIST5 DAYS
6:1
INTERVIEW TO HIRE RATIO54%
RESPONSE RATE TO OUTBOUND75
AVERAGE NPS SCORE96%
OFFER ACCEPTANCE RATESEED AND SERIES A–B STARTUPS, READY TO SCALE.
WHO WE WOR WITHWe work with Seed and Series A–B startups that are hiring actively but don’t yet have a dedicated Talent function, as well as Series A–B companies that do have lean Talent teams but need extra capacity on priority hires.
We also support Series C companies with embedded Talent leadership during regional expansion or new market entry.
WHY EMBEDDEDLOWER COST, FASTER IMPACT, NO LONG-TERM LOCK-IN.
Working with an embedded Talent Partner gives you senior hiring execution with a predictable monthly cost and full flexibility.
Predictable monthly costOne clear monthly retainer you can plan around, instead of multiple agency invoices tied to salary percentages.
Full flexibilityWe flex with your hiring spikes so you don’t have to add permanent headcount before you’re ready.
Immediate startWe embed with your team within two weeks, align on priorities, and take ownership of live roles so hiring starts moving immediately.
Better candidate experienceWe operate like an internal Talent partner, so messaging, process, and candidate experience stay aligned with your brand.
A hiring system that lastsWe don’t just fill roles. We leave you with scorecards, processes, and a practical playbook your team can keep using.
Dedicated ownership of hiring Someone senior sits inside your team to keep momentum high: prioritising roles, driving pipelines, and making sure hiring actually moves from “open” to “closed.”
OUR PROCESSFROM BRIEF TO HIRE
Hiring at pace needs clarity, ownership and momentum. Our process is structured, clearly scoped, and actively managed from start to finish.
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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.
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We map out the approach: ideal profile, search criteria, sourcing channels, interview process, timelines and benchmarks
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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
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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.
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We manage expectations on both sides, support offer conversations, handle negotiation, and make sure the right person says yes.
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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.
TESTIMONIALSWHAT 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
Still have questions?
Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.
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Embedded hiring is when an experienced Talent Partner joins your business on a temporary, fractional basis. We take ownership of hiring from the inside, partnering with founders and hiring managers or your existing Talent team, building process, and delivering hires without the overhead of a full-time team.
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Agencies fill roles but don't build capability, you're left dependent on them for every hire. We build your entire TA function from scratch: process, scorecards, interview frameworks, playbooks. When we leave, you keep everything and can continue hiring on your own.
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Most embedded engagements run for 3-6 months, but we're flexible. You can pause, extend, or scale up/down based on your needs. Some clients work with us for a few months to get hiring on track, others extend as they continue scaling.
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Yes, absolutely. If hiring slows down or priorities shift, you can pause and restart when you're ready. We're designed to be flexible!
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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.
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For embedded partnerships, we start sourcing within days of kickoff and aim to have candidates in your pipeline within the first week. 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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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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