Our Secret Sauce
We specialise in building high performing teams. Our team has many years of expertise scaling technical and GTM teams for deep tech start ups, scale-ups and BigTech.
Our approach is to connect with clients on the deep technical and culture level to help build category defining products.
We believe in putting people first, supported by intelligent process and AI tools.
We love navigating start-up waters, building teams that turn vision into impact.
Our Values
Giving Back
We are committed to collaboration with tech communities we hire from and supporting employability charities.
Loving the Build
We go beyond filling roles. We help architect your hiring function, getting culture fit right
Focus on Quality
Excellence isn’t optional. We push beyond expectations and deliver results we’re proud of every time.
Partnership
We work closely with founders, teams, HR, and VCs as trusted extension of the business.
Staying Curious
We continuously test new hiring approaches and AI tools.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Are Saying:
As Head of Talent Acquisition at Zencore, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Nelya since October 2023. Nelya came on board as a part-time recruiter, specifically focusing on our European roles. From day one, she has been a tremendous fit culturally, and her ability to prioritise and fill our tech roles quickly has been amazing.
It's been a blessing working with Nelya because I never have to worry about anything. She manages the entire recruitment process seamlessly, with no need for me to look over her shoulder or micromanage.
She’s professional, highly organised, and has always kept a strong pipeline of candidates in place, even when project timelines shift unexpectedly. Since joining us, she has successfully hired several senior-level candidates in critical roles, often navigating complex, multi-stage interview processes.
We’re thrilled with the work Nelya has done and look forward to continuing our partnership.
Ben Crenca
Head of Talent Acquisition at Zencore
As Head of HR at Geoteric, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Nelya on a number of challenging roles across our business. She originally worked with us years ago and, when we needed someone to resource multiple positions across different locations, Nelya was the obvious choice.
Her ability to embed herself quickly into the organisation, work closely with hiring managers, and understand the intricacies of the business sets her apart from other recruiters I’ve worked with. She operates independently and flexibly, keeping me confident that she's working on each opportunity to a very high standard. It’s been a seamless experience, and her contribution has been invaluable during our expansion.
Sharon Hardy
Head of HR at Geoteric
I had the pleasure of working under Nelya Pearson as an embedded recruiter through Nelly Works, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Nelya fosters an environment that strikes the perfect balance between autonomy and support, empowering her team to fully embed within client organisations while always providing sharp guidance and a clear strategic perspective.
What I appreciated most was her ability to combine deep recruiting expertise with calm, confident leadership. She leads with integrity, clarity, and warmth, creating the conditions for both her clients and her team to succeed.
I’d highly recommend Nelya and Nelly Works to any company or recruiter looking for a true partner who brings excellence, insight, and genuine care to everything she does.
George McLellan
Talent at OLIX
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Careers at Nelly Works
Build the Teams that Build the Future
We’re a team of talent acquisition experts helping deep tech startups and VCs build category-defining teams.
Our expertise in scaling technical and commercial functions allows us to turn hiring into a strategic advantage.
Join us to work closely with founders, solve complex talent challenges, and help build the companies shaping tomorrow.
