Nathaniel Smith
About Nathaniel Smith
Nathaniel Smith serves as the Vice President and Co-Founder of SR2, a Certified B Corporation focused on socially responsible recruitment. He specializes in the Operational Technology Cyber Security market and has a background in various roles within recruitment and business development.
Work at SR2
Nathaniel Smith serves as Vice President and Co-Founder of SR2, a socially responsible recruitment firm based in Austin, Texas. Since its inception in 2017, SR2 has focused on a people-first approach to recruitment, inspired by the principles outlined in Dale Partridge's book 'People Over Profit.' Under his leadership, SR2 achieved B Corp™ certification in August 2021, attaining an impressive score of 100.8, which reflects the company's commitment to high standards of social and environmental performance.
Education and Expertise
Nathaniel Smith specializes in recruiting for the Operational Technology Cyber Security market in the United States. He focuses on identifying candidates with deep technical knowledge and advanced problem-solving skills. His extensive experience in recruitment and business development has equipped him with the expertise necessary to navigate complex hiring needs in this specialized field.
Background
Prior to his role at SR2, Nathaniel Smith held various positions in the recruitment and business development sectors. He worked as a Business Development Manager at Friends Life Group from 2008 to 2011 and later served as a Senior Consultant at Randstad Technologies from 2015 to 2017. His career began at Hargreaves Lansdown, where he worked as an ISA Transfer DB/General Administrator from 2006 to 2008. His experiences in these roles have contributed to his understanding of the recruitment landscape.
Achievements
Nathaniel Smith played a significant role in SR2's achievement of B Corp™ status, which reflects the company's commitment to social and environmental responsibility. This certification, obtained in August 2021, highlights the high standards SR2 maintains in its operations. Additionally, he actively supports community initiatives by facilitating industry-specific meetups and contributing to local charities.
Personal Interests
Nathaniel Smith has a personal interest in marathon, trail, and ultra running, as well as mountain climbing. These activities reflect his commitment to physical fitness and endurance, complementing his professional focus on resilience and problem-solving in the recruitment industry.