Axon is hiring a

Recruiting Manager, EMEA (Hybrid)

London, United Kingdom

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

In this role you will be responsible for building recruiting strategies that attract and secure top talent to drive Axon’s mission to protect life forward. As a Recruiting Manager, you will roll up your sleeves to lead and work alongside a team of 3-5 skilled technical recruiters who focus primarily on software & hardware engineering roles along with a variety of tech-adjacent and supporting roles in EMEA. You will manage client relationships with key Axon leaders and will be a valued partner as Axon continues to build a R&D presence in EMEA.


What You’ll Do

Location: London, United Kingdom, In-Office 2-3 days a week
Reports to: Director, R&D Recruiting
Direct Reports: 3-5 Recruiters across various countries and time zones

  • Lead and Mentor: Directly manage a team of technical recruiters, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure the team meets and exceeds hiring targets and maintains high standards in their work.
  • Strategic Recruitment: Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans for software and hardware engineering roles, ensuring the attraction and retention of top talent.
  • Client Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal clients, managing relationships and ensuring a seamless recruitment process that aligns with their needs and expectations.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes to enhance efficiency, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.
  • Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize recruitment metrics and analytics from a variety of sources and consolidate to make informed decisions, track progress, see around corners, and report on key performance indicators.
  • Market Insight: Stay updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitive landscape to inform recruitment strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

 

What You Bring

  • 3+ years directly managing technical recruiters.
  • 5+ years of experience with direct client management.
  • 2 years of experience recruiting for hardware engineering roles is preferred.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

 

Benefits that Benefit You

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Annual Bonus and Restricted Stock Unit Eligibility
  • Comprehensive Pension Plan with Matching Contribution
  • 30 days paid holiday in addition to UK public holidays
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave for all employees
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Cash Plan including Dental, Optician and Therapeutic Treatment Plans
  • GymPass Subscription
  • Life assurance (x4 Annual Salary)
  • Group income Protection
  • Employee Assistance & Development Programs

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

 

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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