Talent advisory for startups
We're a new firm with a clear vision: startup recruitment should be consultative, honest, and focused on long-term fit—not transactional volume.
We help VC-backed SaaS startups build their core teams—from individual contributors to leadership—across Engineering, Product, Growth, and Customer Success.
Why we started Magnus Kor
After years of watching executive hiring go wrong—rushed decisions, misaligned expectations, candidates treated as commodities—we decided to build something different.
The recruiting industry often optimizes for speed and volume. Firms measure success by placements made, not by outcomes achieved. Candidates get pushed into roles that aren't right for them. Companies make expensive mistakes that set them back months or years.
We believe there's a better way. One that starts with understanding—really understanding—what a company needs before sourcing begins. One that prioritizes honest conversations over sales pitches. One that measures success by whether hires are thriving a year later, not just whether they accepted an offer.
We're not trying to be the biggest recruiting firm. We're trying to be the one that founders trust when the hire really matters.
"We'd rather do fewer searches well than many searches poorly. Every engagement should be one we're proud of."
Our Parent Company
Powered by L&D Nexus
Magnus Kor Talent Partners operates as a specialized recruitment division of L&D Nexus, registered in the United Kingdom. We combine global reach with deep startup ecosystem expertise.
UK Headquarters
L&D Nexus Limited
Company No. 16450617
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden
London, WC2H 9JQ, United Kingdom
What we stand for
Honesty Over Comfort
We'll tell you if a search isn't going well, if expectations are unrealistic, or if we're not the right fit. Uncomfortable truths serve everyone better than comfortable lies.
Quality Over Speed
We won't rush a search to hit a timeline if it means compromising quality. The cost of a wrong hire far exceeds the cost of waiting for the right one.
Understanding Before Action
We don't start sourcing until we truly understand your business, culture, and what success looks like. Context matters more than keywords.
Relationships Over Transactions
We're building long-term partnerships, not maximizing short-term placements. We'd rather work with fewer companies deeply than many superficially.
Candidates Are People
We treat candidates with the same respect and honesty we give clients. No ghosting, no misleading job descriptions, no wasted time.
Humility About Our Stage
We're new. We don't pretend to have experience we don't have. What we offer is fresh perspective, genuine commitment, and the energy of building something from scratch.
Who we are
We're a small team building something we believe in. No inflated titles, no fake credentials—just real people committed to doing this right.
Founder & Strategic Talent Partner
Manas is a Strategic Talent Partner working with VC-backed SaaS startups to build high-performing teams across product, growth, and customer success.
With a background in executive coaching, learning & development, and startup advisory, he brings a business-first approach to hiring—aligning talent with growth, product strategy, and long-term scalability. He partners closely with founders to simplify hiring decisions and build teams that drive measurable impact.
Head of Talent Operations & Delivery
Aleksandra leads Talent Operations and Delivery, ensuring a seamless and high-quality hiring experience for both clients and candidates.
With a background in Human Resource Management and a CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, she brings strong expertise across the full recruitment lifecycle—from candidate evaluation and interview process design to onboarding and compliance. She plays a key role in maintaining structured, efficient hiring processes while supporting diverse, high-growth teams with professionalism and precision.
Want to join our team?
We're always looking for talented recruiters, researchers, and operators.
Want to work with us?
Whether you're hiring or looking for your next role, we'd love to start a conversation.