Hannah de Villiers

About Hannah de Villiers

Hey! I’m Hannah.I lead sourcing at recruyt, usually stepping in when “we can’t find anyone” stops being a throwaway line and starts blocking real progress.I specialise in the hard searches. Searching for engineers working on complex, high-stakes technology. That’s where I’m most useful, and where I choose to spend my time.I care far less about volume and far more about judgment. Recruiting isn’t a numbers game to me - it’s a decision that affects someone’s career, their stability, and often a company’s ability to survive or scale.I also spend my time bridging two worlds: helping US startups grow while creating real, life-changing opportunities for South African recruiters.I lead with honesty, move with urgency when it’s needed, and try to bring care and respect into every interaction.If you’re:• an engineer working on technology that could change the world (or defend it)• a founder whose hiring process feels like screaming into the void• a recruiter who enjoys thoughtful conversation and building this craft properlyI’d absolutely love to connect.

Experience

1. Team Lead

   recruyt

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Team Lead for sourcing. Driving strategy, leading a globally distributed sourcing team, and staying hands-on as an IC - best of both worlds.

Education

• Elkanah House

  Matric

  2001 — 2013