Head of USA Recruitment

Head of USA Recruitment - Remote

About Us:

Founded in 2008, DNA Recruit is a leading UK-based recruitment agency specialising in the creative, digital, events, tech and integrated agency space.

With a reputation for connecting top talent with innovative businesses, we partner with a diverse range of clients, from independent agencies to global networks.

We put our people first. Our culture is supportive and collaborative as well as fun, vibrant and diverse. We operate a flexible and remote working model, meaning you can operate as a home-based consultant, with the flexibility to work in our London office whenever you wish.

We are committed to investing in the best recruitment technology and have embraced the latest cloud-based CRM and interviewing software for flexible working and self-management.

At DNA Recruit, we support our Heads of Practice with a highly differentiated delivery model. Alongside contingent hiring, we offer a strong variety of retained search solutions and video technology that strengthens client engagement, improves conversion, and elevates the candidate experience.

Our teams are further supported by an established offshore talent function that provides dedicated sourcing support, allowing senior recruiters to focus on billing, business development, and client relationships. As we continue to scale, we are actively investing in and expanding our offshore capability to support future growth.

The Role:

This is a senior role for someone who thrives on building long-term client relationships, driving business development, and leading a high-performing cross-border team. You'll play a key part in shaping our USA operations while delivering a best-in-class recruitment service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build on a warm desk with access to a large, established client base, including long-standing agency and in-house relationships, live roles, and repeat business, creating immediate billing opportunity alongside further market expansion.
• Generate consistent, high personal billings and own revenue growth.
• Grow DNA’s client portfolio across various sectors.
• Drive new business development.
• Strengthen existing client relationships while opening new doors with key USA and global clients.
• Partner with our CEO to deliver strategy, growth, and revenue.
• Ensure clients and candidates are managed and cared for to provide a seamless, high-quality experience, maintaining strong and trusted relationships throughout.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated success in a Senior Recruitment or leadership role within a recruitment agency.
• Prior experience placing candidates in the marketing/advertising industry.
• Proven track record of driving business growth through successful placements and securing new client accounts, within the US market.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Commercially minded, strategic, and confident with recruitment technology.
• Thrives in a remote-first, autonomous environment.

Tech Provisions:

• DNA laptop with wireless keyboard & mouse
• Second screen & desk mount
• iPhone or android mobile phone
• LinkedIn Recruiter license
• Loxo CRM License
• DNA Screen License

What we offer:

• Attractive Rewards: Competitive base salary and a strong commission scheme.
• Outstanding Client Network: Access a network of 800+ signed terms of business, giving
• you a competitive edge in developing new business opportunities.
• Flexible Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere in the UK.
• World-class tech stack: DNA has invested in a powerful bespoke recruitment tech stack
• including our own productised video interview platform.
• Supportive Team: Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation and
• results.
• 26 days holiday + all bank holidays.
• NEST pension.
• Share option scheme through Vest’d.
• In addition, as part of our ‘giving back’ scheme we will encourage you to spend at least a
• day each year supporting a charity of your choice or working in the community.

Additional opportunities and benefits will be tailored as part of your journey with us, upon discussion.

If you are ready to lead DNA Recruit in the USA and make a lasting impact, send us your CV today! Reach out to megan@dnarecruit.com or sian.larsen@dnarecruit.com for more information.