Product Design Recruiter

About the company: At Heart Mind Talent, we don’t just fill seats - we act as the internal talent engine for the world’s most ambitious startups. As an embedded recruitment firm, we integrate directly into teams to build the foundational tech talent that drives innovation. We are a team of veteran recruiters from global tech companies and hyper-growth companies, partnering closely with Seed to Series B startups across Europe and the US. We’re now looking for our first Product Design Sourcer who wants to move beyond transactional sourcing and become a true strategic partner to founders and hiring teams.

About the Role We’re looking for a highly skilled Product Design Sourcer to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll focus on identifying, engaging, and building pipelines of exceptional Product Design talent (Product Designers, UX/UI Designers, Design Leads, etc.) for some of the most promising startups. You’ll work closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and founders, playing a critical role in shaping early design teams and setting a high bar for talent.

Responsibilities

• Own the sourcing strategy for Product Design roles across multiple startups
• Proactively identify and engage top Product Design talent using LinkedIn Recruiter, portfolios (Figma, Dribbble, Behance), referrals, and creative sourcing methods
• Conduct initial outreach and qualification conversations to assess experience, design quality, and motivation
• Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements and team needs
• Build and maintain strong, long-term pipelines of Product Design talent
• Advise on market trends, candidate expectations, and competitive landscapes within Product Design
• Ensure an excellent candidate experience from first touchpoint onward
• Track sourcing activity and pipeline health to continuously improve results
• Represent Heart Mind Talent and our clients professionally in all candidate interactions

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Product Design sourcing or recruiting, ideally in startup or fast-paced environments
• Strong understanding of Product Design roles, skill sets, and career paths
• Hands-on experience sourcing through LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, portfolios, and ATS tools
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple searches
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with a distributed team

What We Offer

• The Startup Masterclass: Exposure to top founders, diverse products, and cutting-edge tech across Europe and the US
• Elite Peer Group: Work alongside senior recruiters from leading global tech companies
• Real Impact: Your work directly shapes early teams and company success
• Flexibility: Remote-first culture with high trust and ownership
• Growth: Join a fast-growing company redefining how recruitment and sourcing are done

How to Apply If this sounds like the right fit, please send your resume to Talent@heartmindtalent.com We’re excited to hear from you!