Head of USA

Head of USA – DNA Recruit (Remote – UK)

Founded in 2008, DNA is a boutique recruitment company making strides in the creative, digital, marketing and technology sectors. We partner with some of the most exciting and forward-thinking businesses to connect them with exceptional talent in client services, strategy & planning, marketing, creative & design, business development and technology.

At DNA Recruit, we put people first. Our culture is supportive, collaborative, and vibrant — with a healthy dose of fun. We operate a flexible, remote-first model, enabling you to work from home while having the option to connect in-person at our London HQ meetups. We’ve invested in best-in-class recruitment technology, cloud-based CRM systems, and virtual interviewing tools to empower high performance and self-management.

As Head of USA, you will spearhead DNA’s growth in the American market, taking full ownership of our US operations. You will be responsible for building and deepening strategic client relationships, driving business development, and leading a high-performing transatlantic team to deliver a best-in-class recruitment service.

Core Responsibilities

• Utilize DNA’s established UK and European client base to build strong transatlantic relationships and maximize revenue opportunities.
• Leverage our growing USA client portfolio, particularly across healthcare and consumer agencies, to accelerate market penetration.
• Build new business relationships with key ICPs within the US advertising agency space.
• Lead and grow a US-focused team spanning the UK, USA, and South Africa, ensuring a “white glove” service to every client.
• Manage a US-focused resourcer, consultant, and partner closely with a Business Development Manager to deliver on targets.
• Develop and execute core sales and revenue strategies for the US market, reporting directly to the CEO.

Is this you?

• 8+ years’ recruitment experience, ideally within creative, marketing, healthcare marketing, or digital sectors.
• Proven ability to build and grow client accounts in the US market.
• Strong business development track record with a network across agencies and brands.
• Experience in leading and motivating multi-location teams.
• Commercially minded with strong strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a remote-first environment.

What’s on offer

• Competitive Salary + commission potential.
• 100% remote working with flexibility for in-person collaboration.
• Tech setup provided for your home office.
• Pension/retirement plan contributions.
• Annual company away days and performance-based incentives.
• Membership to co-working spaces for face-to-face collaboration.
• Supportive, collaborative, and diverse team culture where people come first.

If you’re ready to lead DNA Recruit’s growth in the US and make a lasting impact, click apply and send us your CV. Even if you don’t tick every single box, we’d still love to hear from you.