Finnian Durkan
About Finnian Durkan
Finnian Durkan is a Principal Technical Recruiter and Head of Talent Sourcing at Rokt, with a background in Political Science from Yale University. He has extensive experience in technical recruitment and talent acquisition across various companies, emphasizing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Current Role at Rokt
Finnian Durkan serves as Principal Technical Recruiter and Head of Talent Sourcing at Rokt since 2024. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the talent acquisition process, ensuring that the organization attracts and retains top technical talent. His responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies and building relationships with candidates to align with Rokt's growth objectives. The position is based in Seattle, Washington, and operates in a hybrid work environment.
Previous Experience in Technical Recruitment
Finnian Durkan has extensive experience in technical recruitment across various organizations. He worked at Cruise as Head of Talent Sourcing from 2020 to 2021, and at Stripe as Director of Technical Talent Acquisition from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Indeed.com included roles as Talent Acquisition Manager for Global Engineering Leadership and Technical Talent Acquisition Manager. Additionally, he held positions at RealSelf, where he contributed as Sr Technical Recruiter and Manager of Technical Talent Recruiting.
Educational Background
Finnian Durkan studied at Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government. His studies focused on International Relations and Comparative Politics, providing him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and understanding complex systems. He attended Yale from 1996 to 2000.
Advocacy for Diversity and Inclusion
Finnian Durkan advocates for diversity and inclusion within the workplace. He emphasizes the importance of bridging gaps between ambitious hiring plans and the establishment of foundational teams. His commitment to fostering an inclusive environment reflects his understanding of the value diverse perspectives bring to organizations.
Career Development and Transition Support
Finnian Durkan has a strong focus on supporting talent organizations during their transition from seed stages to growth. He aims to ensure scalable and stable solutions that align with the evolving needs of companies. His expertise in recruitment and talent acquisition positions him as a valuable resource for organizations looking to build effective teams.