Meet Our Founders

At an early stage, companies live and die by the quality of their hiring. We know the challenge of finding the perfect fit for high-growth startups and it has inspired us to solve the problem to help you find the best match.

Combined we’ve raised over $30m of funding and have scaled world-leading marketplaces including Uber, Deliveroo and Turo. We’re now harnessing this experience to help the next generation of founders build world-class teams.

At Nexus Talent, we specialise in connecting top talent with companies from Seed to Series B, leveraging our expertise in product, sales, operations, and engineering.

  • Graeme Risby is the CEO of Nexus Notes, bringing a wealth of experience in technology, marketplaces, and scaling tech companies.

    Graeme is passionate about creating innovative solutions that address large-scale problems, with a particular focus on matching the right people with the right companies and jobs prioritising quality over quantity.

    Prior to Nexus Notes, he founded and successfully scaled hiyacar, a peer-to-peer car-sharing service, over an 8-year period.

    His achievements include building a world-class team, driving exponential revenue growth, securing £17.3 million in investment, and nurturing a robust community of over 200,000 members.

    Connect with Graeme on LinkedIn.


  • Xavier brings over a decade of experience in founding, building, and scaling high-growth tech companies.

    His impressive career includes roles at Uber, Deliveroo, and Turo.

    While still a student at the University of Sydney, Xavier founded Nexus Notes, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit early on.

    Today, he is a respected angel investor with a robust network of founders and professionals across the tech space.

    His insights and connections have made him a sought-after advisor in the industry, helping to foster the next generation of successful startups.

    Connect with Xavier on LinkedIn.

  • Andy Townend is a global recruitment expert with extensive experience across EMEA, USA, and APAC regions. As the Head of Recruitment at Nexus Notes, Andy leverages his international expertise to drive successful talent acquisition strategies, focusing on quality and effectively matching candidates to our clients..

    Connect with Andy on LinkedIn.

Our terms

Our philosophy is simple - be founder first. This means simple terms, no “gotcha’s” and putting our money where our mouth is. We believe that we excell in match-making the right talent with the right business and we stand behind this in the way that we operate.

Our terms are:

  • 20% of base salary as a placement fee - including advisory support

  • Non-exclusive, ie: we’ll work alongside internal and external recruiters.

  • Full refund if the person leaves within 3 months.

  • Payment plan - clients can pay in monthly instalments (over 3 months) to help cash flow if needed

What you get

Get 1 Hour of Free Consulting

At Nexus Notes , we know the challenges of building a high-performing team. Our founders have launched and scaled major startups like hiyacar, Turo, Deliveroo, and Uber, giving us unparalleled marketplace and tech experience. We're here to help you navigate these challenges with confidence.

What You'll Get:

  • 1 Hour Free Consulting: Expert advice on how to best build out your team.

  • Proven Experience: Insights from our success stories at leading companies.

  • Personalised Strategies: Tailored recommendations for your unique business needs.

Why Choose Us?

  • Expertise in Scaling Startups: Leverage our firsthand experience in building and scaling successful startups.

  • Network of Top Talent: Access our extensive network to find the right candidates for your roles.

  • Comprehensive Market Search: We conduct a thorough market search to ensure you get the best talent.

  • Simple terms: Full refund if the candidate leaves within 3 months and our straightforward one-page contract.

  • Flexible pricing structure: including 3- 6 (if several roles being placed) months payment plans to help with your cash-flow.  

Special Offer:

  • Discounted Rates:  Sign up for our services and receive a 15% discount on our rates if you choose to use our full recruitment services. This offer is available for portfolio companies of our partners like Angel Investment Network and SeedLegals.

How It Works:

  1. Sign Up: Fill out the form https://www.nexusnotes-talent.com/contact to schedule your free consulting session.

  2. Consultation: Discuss your team-building needs with our experts.

  3. Get Started: Receive tailored strategies and, if you choose, take advantage of our discounted recruitment services.

Don't miss this opportunity to build a winning team with the guidance of industry experts. Sign up now and let's get started on your journey to success!