Recruiter, Mergers & Acquisitions

About the role

Anthropic is looking for an experienced M&A Recruiter to join its Talent team in San Francisco. The role acts as a critical bridge between Corporate Development and the technical organization, helping to evaluate and integrate talent from acquisition targets.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with Corporate Development and technical leadership to assess M&A targets for talent quality, cultural fit, and strategic alignment.
• Build relationships with founders, technical leaders, and key engineers at target companies.
• Develop deep expertise in the technical talent landscape and lead talent assessments for potential acquisitions.
• Own the recruiting process for acquired technical talent and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Collaborate with People, Legal, and Corporate Development to structure competitive offers that recognize both standard compensation and founders' prior contributions.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive conversations with discretion.

Required profile

• 7+ years of technical recruiting experience, including at least 3 years supporting M&A or acquihire processes.
• Proven track record hiring engineers, research scientists, and technical leaders in competitive markets.
• Strong judgment on what makes technical teams exceptional.
• Experience navigating complex, confidential hiring situations.
• Ability to partner effectively across Corporate Development, Legal, People, and technical leadership.
• Clear, direct communication style and a bias toward action.
• Genuine interest in Anthropic’s mission and the role of M&A in supporting it.

Required skills

• Modern recruiting systems
• Acquihire process expertise