The Independents is a global ecosystem of 23 best-in-class partner agencies crafting extraordinary brand experiences that captivate audiences worldwide. In collaboration with its clients across the luxury and lifestyle industries, The Independents creates meaningful connections between people and the brands they love.
The Independents’ curation reflects an expansive roster of industry pioneers, including 2 x 4, Atelier Athem, Atelier Lum, Bureau Béatrice, Bureau Betak, Bureau Future, Ctzar, Inca Productions, k2, Karla Otto, Kennedy, Kitten Production, Kitty Events, Lefty, Lucien Pagès Communication, MA+Group, Phantasm Group, Prodject, Sunshine, Terminal 9 Studios, The Qode, TI Productions and We Are Ona. The group’s capabilities span research, core strategy, communications strategy, design, production and distribution, a scope that adapts to every creative challenge.
The group translates strategic insights into creative concepts, which are developed into personally relevant experiences that engage local and global audiences by way of its presence in Milan, Paris, London, Munich, Barcelona, New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha and Riyadh.
In March 2025, The Independents launched L’Incubateur, a pioneering initiative conceived to identify, support and accelerate the next wave of talent, entrepreneurs and creative agencies on a global scale. Since June 2023, The Independents has been backed by Banijay Group and TowerBrook Capital Partners.
The Independents Group is seeking a resourceful, highly organized US Recruiter to support and lead recruitment across our diverse portfolio of agencies spanning luxury, fashion, communications, brand experiences, and creative production.
In this role, you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle across multiple businesses, partnering closely with agency leadership, hiring managers, and the broader HR team as part of a global talent acquisition team to support the Group’s continued growth in the US. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, creative environment, with the ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously, tailor their approach to the unique cultures and specializations of each agency, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels. A strong understanding of the US talent market, combined with a hands-on approach to sourcing and candidate engagement, will be essential to success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead recruitment across TIG’s US agencies, partnering with agency leads and hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop sourcing strategies, and manage recruitment processes from initial briefing through onboarding
Handle essential recruiting responsibilities, including screen resumes and applications and conduct initial phone and in-person interviews. Also provide guidance to hiring managers throughout the process, helping them assess candidates, make informed decisions
Partner with the Senior Recruiter based in London to provide support across selected agencies and roles, helping to manage hiring priorities and ensure a coordinated approach to talent acquisition across the Group
Proactively source and engage candidates through LinkedIn, professional networks, referrals, and other creative sourcing channels. Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring and anticipated hiring needs
Manage and maintain accurate candidate records, recruitment activity, and hiring pipelines within the Group’s applicant tracking system, Teamtailor
Ensure candidates receive timely communication, constructive feedback where appropriate, and a professional experience from initial outreach through onboarding handoff
Manage multiple open positions across different agencies, balancing competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of service and candidate experience
Develop and maintain relationships with US universities, associations, and other relevant organizations to attract top talent
Support on ad-hoc recruitment projects as required by the HR team
Qualifications:
4–7 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, ideally within a creative industry, including fashion, entertainment, and/or production
Experience using an applicant tracking system, Linkedin Recruiter & Teamtailor experience is a plus
Demonstrated experience managing multiple searches simultaneously across different teams, functions, or business units
Proven ability to source candidates through LinkedIn and other recruitment channels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to assess candidate experience and motivations, along with alignment with company culture
Comfortable working independently, taking ownership of searches, and identifying solutions without requiring extensive day-to-day direction
What We Offer
Salary: $100k-$110k
Hybrid Office Schedule
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
401K Employer Match program
Commuter Benefits
Paid Time Off including Vacation Days, Personal Days, Sick Days
Company-wide closure last week of the year
10 Federal Holidays Observed
The Independents Group embraces and celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The Independents Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our team!
Skills Required
- 4-7 years of full-cycle recruitment experience
- Experience in a creative industry, ideally fashion, entertainment, or production
- Experience using an applicant tracking system
- Experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn and other recruitment channels
- Experience managing multiple searches simultaneously across different teams, functions, or business units
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to assess candidate experience, motivations, and company culture alignment
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of searches
- LinkedIn Recruiter experience
- Teamtailor experience
What We Do
The Independents is a global marketing, design, and communications group serving leaders across the luxury and lifestyle sectors. It brings together specialized creative partners and combines innovation, culture, technology, and collaborative expertise to develop results-driven solutions for ambitious brands. Its capabilities span brand experience, strategy, design, production, and communications, helping clients build distinctive identities and connect more effectively with audiences worldwide.
