Talent Acquisition

We’re a highly skilled and experienced head-hunting firm. Beyond our existing network, we proactively source talent using both traditional methods and some of the latest technical resources.

Employers

Why work with Defined Calculus?

In a crowded space where many claim to be experts, we cut through the noise by displaying genuine depth of market intelligence across 3 technical verticals, applicable to many industries. More importantly, we can speak about past results and the specific process followed to achieve them, including proactively head-hunting beyond our existing network. We’re specialists at filling challenging technical roles and do so with significant attention to detail.

Specialized Business Model

Defined Calculus focuses on 3 technical verticals, primarily in the US market, as well as the UK:

  1. Quantitative Research & Development within finance & trading.
  2. Data Science & Software Engineering across industries.
  3. Chief Data & AI Officers | Executive-Level Data hires.

Evaluation Before Partnering

Defined Calculus offers contingent and retained services for employers, alongside industry-leading market intelligence. Respectfully, we are as selective about the companies we partner with, as those in the market are with us, and we assess every opportunity on its merits. From the first point of contact we treat each interaction as one that may lead to a long-term relationship. We listen intently and ask meaningful questions to generate a solid understanding of both the business and technical sides of a company, before evaluating whether we can help, and ultimately deliver.

Working with HR & Talent Acquisition

We can speak about past success when it comes to working very effectively with HR & Talent Acquisition departments. We understand following their guidelines and best practice is a key part of the process. Ultimately, we seek to develop meaningful relationships with these stakeholders, as well as business and technical personnel, to become a trusted talent acquisition partner over time.

Talent Sourcing Methods

Unlike most of the competition we do not advertise on behalf of employers. We utilize the strength of our existing network, and operating as a highly skilled head-hunting firm, we proactively source talent using both traditional methods and some of the latest technical resources.

We pride ourselves on following a meticulous approach when presenting opportunities to the talent-market, making sure they understand the specifics up-front and assessing whether they are well qualified for the role. We aim to deliver quality over quantity every time.

Providing Market Intelligence

Based on experience we understand providing first-hand market intelligence to employers throughout the talent acquisition cycle ensures a thorough and more informative search. Many companies rely on our valuable insights.


As a strategic partner, we keep our clients up-to-speed with all kinds of market activity such as evolving technical skills, candidate performance trends, comparable or contrasting interview processes, varying compensation levels, market volatility based on economic or other influencing factors, and crucially direct feedback from the market itself relative to the role we are trying to fill.

Delivering Results

With a specialized business model, valuable market-intelligence and experience derived from more than a decade in this space, consistently growing our talent network, highly skilled head-hunting methods, and operating with resilience and a calm determination….we’ve already proven to be a very effective talent acquisition partner for many companies in this space.

Candidates

Why Work With Defined Calculus?

Defined Calculus is selective about the companies we partner with. The opportunities presented to the market are always high calibre. We go the extra mile to support the professionals we work with throughout the talent acquisition cycle and make sure they have best chance of success. From initial information on the opportunity, to interview guidance, collecting and relaying feedback, providing strategic career advice and ultimately offer-generation, we leave no stone unturned. Even if we’re not working with you on an active interview process; at your request we will dedicate time to address questions relative to market activity, how to strategically approach your job search, structuring your resume, and performance coaching on the communication-side of interviewing.

Initial Engagement

We treat every individual with respect, operate with discretion and seek to develop a relationship based on transparency as an essential foundation. We ask meaningful questions, listen carefully to your answers and deep-dive in to aspects of your experience to understand which roles are a good fit, and in order to present your profile more effectively to the potential employer. If we don’t have a suitable vacancy to discuss at any given time, we’ll say so. We will never share your resume with potential employers without your permission.

Setting Expectations

With a direct but personable approach, we always attempt to set fair expectations from the outset. Although we cannot guarantee success, as that is largely down to your preparation, application and performance, we’ll be there to support you throughout the process and stay connected thereafter.

Process Management

After a detailed discussion about an opportunity and at the same time conducting a thorough screening call, we provide further information in various forms, helping you prepare for pending interviews with the prospective employer.

We remain in regular contact throughout, assisting with interview scheduling, strategically guiding you through the process step-by-step and sharing our market intelligence along the way. We always request feedback for the professionals we work with, and even if it is disappointing, we present this in a constructive way so everyone involved can learn and move forward.

Regardless of the outcome, we hope to remain in contact and develop meaningful relationships over time.

Securing The Role

Upon offer-stage we work effectively with both sides in a transparent manner. We follow a structured process to make sure even the smallest details are not lost in translation, and expectations are firmly aligned. This includes assisting with offer-generation numerically and the subsequent presentation, depending on the HR process followed.


After offer-acceptance we can assist with the transitional phase to your new employer and will always be available to provide advice or act as sounding-board throughout your career in this space.