Leah Sutton - Chief Portfolio Talent Officer | Balderton Capital

In this conversation, Leah Sutton, Chief Portfolio Talent Officer at Balderton, shares her extensive experience in hiring and talent acquisition. She discusses memorable hires that significantly impacted her leadership, the challenges of hiring for product roles, and the importance of learning from hiring mistakes. Leah emphasizes the need for candidates to be intentional in their job search and the significance of negotiation during job offers. She also highlights the critical role hiring managers play in the recruitment process and encourages candidates to approach interviews as a two-way conversation. Takeaways Leah Sutton emphasizes the importance of versatile hires in fast-growing companies. Structured behavioral interviews can help assess a candidate's resilience and adaptability. Hiring managers must take ownership of the recruitment process for successful outcomes. Candidates should be clear about their priorities and non-negotiables when job searching. Negotiating job offers is crucial; the worst they can say is no. Understanding the cultural fit is as important as technical skills in hiring. Learning from past hiring mistakes can improve future recruitment strategies. Candidates should approach interviews as a two-way street, asking questions about the company. It's essential to articulate what drives satisfaction in a job role. The hiring process is akin to dating; both parties must find a good fit. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leah Sutton and Her Journey 02:40 Memorable Hires and Their Impact 06:20 Challenges in Hiring for Product Roles 08:55 Learning from Hiring Mistakes 13:34 Advice for Candidates in Job Applications 16:29 Negotiating Job Offers 18:47 The Role of Hiring Managers in Recruitment 19:24 The Candidate's Perspective on Recruitment 20:59 Full Episode End Board 01 - HD 1080p.mp4