Urgent Search! HR and Recruitment Specialist

About Thryve.Earth

We develop high-integrity, nature-based solutions (NbS) carbon projects in South and Southeast Asia that restore ecosystems. Our approach combines deep on-ground presence with purpose-built tools, robust governance, and infrastructure-grade execution - ensuring resilient returns for capital partners, landowners, and local communities.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a People & Talent Lead to take ownership of both global hiring and people operations as Thryve continues to scale. Over the past year, we’ve built the foundations of our HR and recruitment systems - now we need someone to refine, strengthen, and run them at scale.

This is a hands-on role : you’ll be closing critical hires across geographies, keeping our people processes running smoothly, and helping shape a culture where a global, mission-driven team can thrive.

If you enjoy balancing execution with strategy, and like the idea of building in a fast-moving, climate-tech space - this role is for you.

ResponsibilitiesRecruitment

• Own end-to-end hiring across global markets (exposure to Southeast Asia, and South Asian markets is a must, and niche Global talent pools in the ecology, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, domains).
• Work with hiring managers to shape role requirements, write compelling JDs, and plan pipelines.
• Build sourcing strategies (market mapping, platforms, referrals, partnerships) to attract niche talent in nature (science, carbon), project development and implementation, carbon markets, and business roles.
• Manage structured interview processes, ensuring fairness, speed, and a great candidate experience.
• Track recruitment data (time-to-fill, source effectiveness, conversion rates) to improve efficiency.
• Proactively build pipelines for future hiring needs to reduce time-to-hire.

HR & People Operations

Culture, Engagement & Development

Qualifications

Essential

Preferred

Growth and Evolution

Success in this role means efficiently leading our recruitment drives, implementing sound HR practices, and ensuring smooth administrative processes. A standout performer would be proactive, able to anticipate organisational needs, and drive improvements autonomously. As we grow, there will be opportunities for role expansion and progression. At Thryve.Earth, we believe in collaborative growth where team members actively participate in shaping their career trajectory.

Reporting & Collaboration

You will be working directly with the founders and respective Functional leads. This close collaboration ensures alignment with our organisational objectives and promotes seamless execution of responsibilities.