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Crypto & Web3 Recruitment Solutions

Live Digital > Crypto & Web3 Recruitment Solutions
Connecting Web3 Innovation with Specialist Talent

Blockchain & Crypto Recruitment Experts for the Decentralised Era

At Live Digital, we help blockchain and Web3 companies hire the visionary talent driving decentralisation. From smart contract developers to growth marketers, our recruitment expertise empowers innovation in the next generation of finance and technology.

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Repeat Clients

2:1 CV to Interview Ratio

Trusted by SaaS & FinTech businesses – from scaling start-ups to established global brands

Your trusted blockchain headhunters in a fast-evolving market

Why Choose Live Digital for Crypto & Web3 Recruitment

The decentralised economy demands a new breed of professional - technical pioneers, strategic thinkers, and creative communicators. Live Digital specialises in connecting world-class blockchain talent with leading Crypto, DeFi, and Web3 organisations worldwide.

  • Deep expertise across blockchain, FinTech, and SaaS recruitment
  • Specialist focus on Crypto, DeFi, and Web3 ecosystems
  • Access to active and passive blockchain talent networks
  • Proven delivery across technical, commercial, and leadership roles
  • Led by Jacob Wickett, a recognised blockchain headhunter connecting innovation with opportunity

The Evolution of Crypto & Web3: Redefining Work, Value & Technology

Blockchain technology has evolved from niche experimentation into one of the world’s most disruptive forces. The rise of Web3, decentralised finance (DeFi), and digital assets is reshaping industries from banking to gaming.

Crypto & Web3 recruitment is the bridge between vision and execution – connecting companies building decentralised ecosystems with the technical, financial, and creative professionals who make it happen.

At Live Digital, we understand that this sector moves faster than any other. The right hire today can define your roadmap tomorrow. Whether you’re scaling a DeFi protocol, launching a crypto exchange, or developing NFT and gaming platforms, our recruitment solutions ensure you secure the expertise needed to stay ahead.

Jacob Wickett, founder of Live Digital, specialises in blockchain headhunting. With deep knowledge of the blockchain landscape and a network spanning Europe, the UK, and beyond, Jacob works directly with founders and executives to identify, attract, and secure talent that delivers measurable impact.

We recruit for both on-chain and off-chain positions – blending the technical depth of engineering with the strategic insight of finance, marketing, and product leadership.

Our Specialist Expertise

Technical Roles in Blockchain & Web3

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  •  🔸Blockchain Developers (Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, Binance Chain)
  •  🔸Smart Contract Engineers (Solidity, Rust, Go)
  •  🔸DeFi Developers & Protocol Engineers
  •  🔸Security Auditors & Penetration Testers
  •  🔸DevOps Engineers (Web3 Infrastructure)
  •  🔸AI & Machine Learning Specialists (Tokenomics & Predictive Analytics)

Commercial, Marketing & Community Roles

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  •  🔸Growth Marketing Managers (Crypto & Web3)
  •  🔸Community Managers & Social Leads (Discord, Telegram, Reddit)

  •  🔸Business Development Managers

  •  🔸Partnership & Ecosystem Leads

  •  🔸Brand Managers & Content Strategists (Blockchain awareness campaigns)

Finance, Legal & Compliance Roles

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  • 🔸 Tokenomics Analysts
  •  🔸Compliance & Legal Counsels (MiCA, FCA, AML, KYC)
  •  🔸Risk & Dispute Analysts
  •  🔸Financial Controllers & Crypto Accountants
  •  🔸Head of Compliance & Governance Officers

Product & Design Roles

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  •  🔸Product Managers (Crypto Exchanges, Wallets, NFTs)
  •  🔸UI/UX Designers (Decentralised Interfaces)
  •  🔸Web3 Product Owners
  •  🔸Project Managers (Blockchain SaaS)

Our Recruitment Process

Our Crypto & Web3 recruitment process combines speed, discretion, and insight - ideal for a sector where timing and trust define success.

Contingency Manegement

Discovery & Consultation


We start by understanding your technology, tokenomics, company culture, and growth trajectory. This ensures every hire aligns with your strategic goals.

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Talent Mapping & Outreach


Our blockchain headhunters tap into curated Web3 communities, exclusive referral networks, and decentralised talent pools.

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Screening & Evaluation


We assess candidates for both technical depth (smart contract development, DeFi mechanics) and alignment with decentralised work cultures.

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Shortlisting & Interview Support


We provide detailed insights, candidate profiles, and interview coordination across global time zones.

The Global Growth of Blockchain Recruitment

Blockchain and Web3 are no longer niche - they’re the backbone of the next digital economy. The rise of decentralised applications (dApps), smart contracts, and token-based ecosystems has created demand for cross-functional talent spanning technology, finance, and marketing. Key trends shaping blockchain recruitment today:

  1. Convergence of Finance & Tech: DeFi roles are merging traditional finance with decentralised innovation.
  2. Rise of DAO Employment Models: Decentralised Autonomous Organisations are changing how professionals engage with projects.
  3. Shift to Remote & Global Hiring: Web3 work is borderless; we recruit globally for fully remote teams.
  4. Focus on Security & Compliance: As regulation tightens, companies need legal and technical specialists to mitigate risk.
  5. Demand for Community Builders: With decentralisation comes the need for professionals skilled in engagement, governance, and user education.

Live Digital is more than a recruitment agency – we’re part of the ecosystem. By understanding how blockchain businesses operate, scale, and raise capital, we deliver talent that accelerates both innovation and adoption.

Why Clients & Candidates Choose Live Digital

From London to Manchester to Edinburgh - Live Digital is trusted among top SaaS recruitment companies, delivering where you scale. Our recruitment model is purpose-built for startups and high-growth SaaS companies, helping you hire without the headaches.

  1. Specialist Blockchain Headhunter: Live Digital, Crypto & Web3 recruitment practice connects world-class talent with pioneering projects.

     

  2. Deep Market Understanding: From DeFi and NFTs to Layer 2 infrastructure, we understand the full blockchain lifecycle.

     

  3. Proven FinTech & SaaS Expertise: Years of experience in FinTech recruitment applied to the decentralised finance sector.

     

  4. Flexible Global Hiring: Recruiting for remote-first, hybrid, and global blockchain companies.

     

  5. Community-Centric Approach: We believe recruitment in Web3 is about culture, contribution, and connection – not just contracts.
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    Answers to the questions founders, hiring managers, and HR teams ask us most.

    Whether you're hiring your first product marketer or building out an entire dev team, we know you’ve got questions. From timelines and pricing to specialisms and scale, here’s everything you need to know about how Live Digital supports SaaS recruitment - fast, flexible, and with zero fluff.

    What types of roles do you recruit for in Crypto and Web3?

    We recruit across technical, commercial, and compliance areas – from smart contract developers and DeFi engineers to marketing managers and community leads.

    It requires a deep understanding of decentralisation, tokenomics, and remote-first collaboration. Our blockchain headhunters specialise in these nuances.

    Yes. Web3 is borderless. We recruit globally for remote-first projects, DAOs, and decentralised organisations.

    Absolutely. We recruit for growth, marketing, legal, and compliance roles that are essential to scaling blockchain businesses.

    Our mix of FinTech and SaaS recruitment expertise, combined with a specialist blockchain focus led by Jacob Wickett, gives us an unmatched ability to source top-tier talent.

    Our average turnaround time for Web3 recruitment is two to four weeks, depending on complexity, seniority, and token/equity structures.

    Partner with Live Digital

    The Web3 revolution is here - and the right talent will define its trajectory. At Live Digital, we help blockchain and crypto firms attract the innovators shaping the decentralised future. Whether you’re building DeFi protocols, launching NFT marketplaces, or developing blockchain-based SaaS solutions, our recruitment expertise ensures you secure talent that delivers. Live Digital combines market insight, technical fluency, and human connection to create recruitment solutions that drive sustainable growth in a rapidly changing industry. Let’s build the future of Web3 together.

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