Helping high-growth teams hire faster and smarter

Our services

We provide tailored hiring solutions designed to save our partners time, money, and effort. Every service is custom-built to fit each client’s unique goals and growth stage.

Contingent

Pay only when you make a hire.

Perfect for early-stage teams or companies hiring occasionally, this flexible model gives you access to top-tier talent without upfront costs. We source, qualify, and introduce candidates who align with your vision – simple, efficient, and low-risk.

Retained

Dedicated partnership

When the role is business-critical – from early engineering leaders to senior executives — we work exclusively with you to deeply understand your product,culture, and goals. Expect a research-driven process, full transparency, and exceptional delivery.

Embedded Recruitment

Your hiring partner, inside your team.

For fast-growing startups scaling across multiple roles, we join forces as an extension of your internal team. We manage sourcing, outreach, and process optimization — bringing structure, speed, and consistency to your hiring engine.

Project-Based Hiring

Built for scale, on your timeline.

Need to hire quickly after funding or product launch? Our project model is designed to deliver multiple hires efficiently, without sacrificing quality. We plan, execute, and adapt around your milestones to help you grow with confidence.

Executive Search

Leaders who shape the future.

We help you find executives who don’t just fit your company – they elevate it. Our discreet, data-informed approach identifies visionary leaders who can scale teams, products, and impact across Web3, AI, and beyond.

Testimonials

Here's what people are saying.

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"Dominic is a highly professional and efficient recruiter"

Dominic is a highly professional and efficient recruiter who helped me land my current role. He was incredibly responsive, kept me updated throughout the process, and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciated his support and would recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and results-driven web3 recruiter.

Gvantsa Bukuri

Operations Coordinator

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"Dominic was a great recruiter to work with!"

Dominic was a great recruiter to work with! He is easy to talk to, patient and very transparent. Highly recommend! I only hope I could get him to support Arsenal.

Dwayne Khallique Jones

SeniorMachine Learning Engineer

" Dominic was very helpful during the whole recruiting process. "

Jevgeni Shumik

Senior Software Engineer

"First class recruiter."

First class recruiter. Dominic was a pleasure to work with and spent a lot of time with me on a recent job search.

Mark Bridgett

Engineering Manager

"Dominic demonstrated exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to my success"

I had the pleasure of working with Dominic during my job search this year, and I can confidently say that his expertise and support were instrumental in helping me secure the right opportunity at my current company. From the very beginning, Dominic demonstrated exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to my success.

Simranjeet Singh

Senior Engineering Manager

Who we are

Meet the Founder

With 7 years of recruitment experience across multiple industries, Dom has specialised in Web3 and AI since 2022. During his previous role, he earned two consecutive Top Biller awards and broke multiple company records before founding Nova.

He has a proven track record of building high-performing startup teams across Software, Product, and ML/AI, partnering with companies backed by leading investors such as a16z, BOND, 8VC, SignalFire, Y Combinator, and Sequoia Capital.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This is where all the answers to your questions are.

What industries do you specialize in?

We focus on Web3, AI, and emerging technology startups – helping founders build technical and product teams that can scale. Our experience also spans software, fintech, and deep tech, giving us a broad network of leaders, engineers, and designers.

What types of roles do you typically hire for?

We recruit across Software Engineering, Product, Design, and ML/AI functions – from early technical hires to senior leadership. Whether you need your first founding engineer or a Head of Product to scale your team, we can help.

What makes you different from other recruitment agencies?

Whether you need your first founding engineer or a Head of Product to scale your team, we can help.

Do you work with candidates as well as companies?

Absolutely. We guide engineers, designers, and PMs toward roles that align with their values, career goals, and technical strengths. We’re not just about placing people, we’re about finding long-term fits.

What stage companies do you work with?

Most of our partners are seed to Series B startups, often backed by leading investors such as a16z, BOND, 8VC, SignalFire, Y Combinator, and Sequoia Capital. That said, we also support scaling teams looking to expand into new product areas or regions.

Where are you based? Do you work globally?

We’re based in the UK but our network is global. We’ve helped startups hire across the U.S., Europe, Middle East, and APAC, and we understand the nuances of remote and distributed team building.

How long does the hiring process usually take?

It depends on the role and model, but most placements happen within 2–5 weeks. We prioritize speed without compromising quality, maintaining clear communication every step of the way.

How can we get started?

You can reach out through our contact form or email us directly. We’ll schedule a quick intro call to learn about your goals, challenges, and ideal team, and from there, we’ll design the best approach for your hiring needs.