Recruiter

WHO WE ARE

At Proxima Fusion, we're driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.

What’s more, our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting‑edge computation and machine learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher performance design points are unlocked by high temperature superconducting magnets.

To fully grasp this huge opportunity, we’re building a team of extremely dedicated and passionate people who come together driving something extraordinary, radically transforming technology in the world.

WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSION

• You will get to work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world
• You'll get to join and learn from an exceptional selection of accomplished and driven individuals.
• Do your life’s best work and enjoy the journey
• Get to show that big things are possible in Europe when you assemble the best talent

YOUR IMPACT

As a Recruiter, you’ll be joining Proxima Fusion’s People team during a pivotal period of growth. You’ll be responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring world‑class talent, ensuring each new joiner is not just a fit for today but a multiplier for the future. Your work will shape the caliber of the company and directly influence our ability to deliver fusion energy to the world.

Hence, being a Recruiter during our hyper‑growth stages towards building a fusion power plant will not be a walk in the park, but will require dedication, hard work and thinking outside of the box so that we continue building an outstanding team. This is what makes this role special - it will stretch you and help you grow professionally.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Own and execute full‑cycle recruitment for critical roles across engineering, science, operations, etc.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to define hiring needs, build unique sourcing strategies beyond LinkedIn, and deliver top‑tier candidates.
• Drive top‑of‑funnel strategy: proactively source and engage exceptional passive talent globally via recruitment events, conferences and talent communities.
• Champion an outstanding candidate experience at every touchpoint.
• Track, improve, and automate recruitment workflows and tooling to keep us fast, organized, and effective.
• Build a high‑trust, high‑rigor process that supports scaling without compromising on quality.
• Beyond filling roles, manage TA projects such as implementing a new system, or improving our process, or delivering interview training.

WHO YOU ARE

• You bring hands‑on experience in full‑cycle recruitment in a startup or scale‑up , and have worked on technical and non‑technical roles including niche and difficult roles internationally.
• You are used to hiring at a very high talent bar having to work with very selective hiring teams.
• You thrive in fast‑paced, high‑stakes environments and take ownership very seriously.
• You’re deeply motivated by quality—your standards are high and you won’t settle for less.
• You have exceptional sourcing instincts and know how to identify talent others might overlook.
• You think outside of the box especially when it comes to talent sourcing and attraction, using LinkedIn as one of the tools in your toolbox.
• You’ve done and can do much more than that especially when it comes to events, talent communities and conferences.
• You're organized, autonomous, and eager to improve systems and processes that scale.
• You communicate clearly, act decisively, and work well with demanding stakeholders.
• You’re truly excited to help build something audacious from the ground up.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Recruiter Interview (30–45 min)
• Panel Interviews (3 rounds, 60 min each)
• CEO Call (30 min)

At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high‑performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table.

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