Talent Acquisition Partner

Join Qutwo—Europe’s private Quantum AI Lab—on our quest to bridge the gap between the classical and quantum worlds. We partner with forward-thinking enterprises to solve fundamental real-world problems side by side.

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to drive Qutwo’s hyper-growth across Europe. In this high-impact role, you will take full ownership of candidate pipelines for critical technical and strategic positions, direct-sourcing passive talent in specialized areas like AI/Machine Learning, Optimization Engineering, and Product Partnerships.

Roles & Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Technical Sourcing

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for critical roles, with a core focus on AI/ML, Optimization, Quantum AI engineering.
• Utilize creative, non-traditional sourcing techniques to map out tech hubs and engage passive top talent.
• Conduct initial screenings, evaluate alignment on skills and mindset, and guide candidates through the hiring funnel.

European Market Expansion

• Run targeted recruitment campaigns across key European markets (Germany, Sweden, Finland, Netherlands, and broader Europe).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional talent dynamics, compensation benchmarks, and competitive landscapes.

Stakeholder & Hiring Manager Collaboration

• Partner directly with internal technical leads to establish clear hiring profiles, scorecards, and timelines.
• Drive fast, structured, and objective interview processes in high-stakes environments.
• Advise hiring managers on market reality, offer negotiations, and closing strategies.

Candidate Experience & Process Ownership

• Deliver a seamless, transparent, and high-touch experience for every candidate from outreach to onboarding.
• Continuously refine recruitment operations, ATS hygiene, and interviewing workflows.

Employer Branding & Community Support

• Support Employer Branding (EB) initiatives to establish Qutwo as an employer of choice in European tech hubs.
• Support external recruitment events and tech meetups (e.g., hosted at the Qutwo office or virtually).

Candidate Profile

Essential Requirements

• Min. 3 years with proven track record in full-cycle recruitment within fast-paced tech environments
• Experience in client-led / service business hiring environment, where client demands drive hiring focus
• Multi-market recruitment experience across Europe (Sweden, Finland, Netherlands, France, etc.)
• Proven track record hiring top-tier AI/ML, Optimization Engineers, and Product Partnerships roles
• Advanced direct sourcing and market mapping expertise

Mindset & Soft Skills

• Thrives in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment
• Out-of-the-box thinker and persistent problem solver
• Solution-oriented and willing to go the extra mile
• High-performance mindset with strong ownership

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus)

• Background scaling hyper-growth AI, deep-tech, or quantum startups.
• Familiarity with local European labor regulations and employment compliance.
• Strong employer branding orientation