Talent Acquisition Lead, Product

About this role

Talent Acquisition Lead, Product (Individual Contributor) Team: People, Talent Prolific Prolific is not just another player in the AI space—we are the architects of the human data infrastructure that's reshaping the landscape of AI development. In a world where foundational AI technologies are increasingly commoditized, it's the quality and diversity of human-generated data that truly differentiate products and models.

The role Prolific is scaling fast, and we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Lead (Individual contributor) who can help us build an exceptional Product & Design team. You’ll shape how we attract and hire outstanding talent, partnering with senior leaders to turn ambitious business goals into a high-impact hiring strategy. From pioneering new sourcing approaches to closing exceptional candidates, you’ll own the full recruitment lifecycle and have a direct hand in shaping the team, and the business, we’re building for the future.

What you’ll be doing in the role Shape hiring strategy: Partner with senior leaders to anticipate talent needs, set priorities and build the teams that will drive Prolific’s next phase of growth. Find exceptional talent: Develop creative, data-led sourcing strategies to reach outstanding Product & Design talent, including hard-to-find specialists and senior leaders. Own the full hiring journey: Drive recruitment end to end, from first outreach to offer, creating a standout experience for candidates and hiring teams alike.

Turn insight into action: Use hiring data, market intelligence and your own judgement to influence decisions, sharpen our approach and maintain a high bar for every hire. Raise the bar: Build a culture of great hiring through interviewer calibration, consistent best practices and a compelling employer brand that attracts diverse, exceptional talent. What you’ll bring to the role Experienced talent partner: 7+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including 3+ years in-house, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality hires.

Strategic and globally minded: Proven success hiring exceptional Product & Design talent across global markets, from senior individual contributors to e leaders, particularly across the UK and US. A trusted executive partner: Confident influencing senior leaders, challenging assumptions and translating business priorities into effective hiring strategies. Driven by impact: Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments, balancing pace and ambition with rigour, accuracy and attention to detail.