VP Talent helps companies grow through authentic relationships and strategic hiring.
Referral-driven and partnership-focused, we operate as an extension of your team to connect you with talent aligned with your vision, culture, and long-term success.
AUTHTENTIC RELATIONSHIPS. STRATEGIC GROWTH.
5K+
Relationships
60+
Client Partnerships
95%
Referral-Based Engagements
We partner with growing companies to thoughtfully build teams that drive long-term success.
Our ApproachWho we are
relationship-driven. strategy-led.
We don’t just fill roles. We build teams that move companies forward. Through authentic relationships and thoughtful hiring, we take time to understand your people, culture, and vision—so every placement supports long-term success.
WHAT WE DO
Building Teams That Drive Growth
We partner with companies to build teams that support long-term growth—placing high-impact professionals across leadership, revenue, and operational roles.
Executive & Professional Recruiting
Senior leaders and high-impact talent aligned with your culture.
Strategic Talent Advisory
Hiring strategy, workforce planning, and growth consulting.
Client & Candidate Partnership
We support both sides with transparency and care.
Growth & Business Consulting
Strategic guidance supporting organizational growth, leadership alignment, and long-term success.
Built for Business-Critical Roles
our specialties
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Revenue and Go-To-Market
Build revenue-driving teams that support growth.
Sales • RevOps • Marketing • Customer Success
Finance & Accounting
Place strategic finance talent that drive clarity and performance.
FP&A • Accounting • CFOs • Controllers
Legal Services
Partner with firms and legal teams to place high-impact attorneys.
Litigation • Corporate • Partners • Associates
Executive Leadership
Identify leaders who shape direction, culture, and outcomes.
C-Suite • VP • Heads of Function
Technology & SaaS
Connect technical and product talent to high-growth organizations.
Engineering • AI • Product • Data • IT
Professional Services
Support firms with talent that strengthens client delivery.
Consulting • Advisory • Client Services
Private Equity & Portfolio Companies
Build teams that drive value creation across portfolio companies.
Deal Teams • Operators • Finance • M&A
Business Operations & Support
Place the people who keep businesses running efficiently.
HR • Admin • Operations • Coordination
OUR PROCESS
Strategic Recruiting. Intentional Execution.
We take a disciplined, relationship-driven approach to every search—aligning talent strategy with long-term business goals from the first conversation through placement.
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Discover
We listen first—understanding the company’s goals, culture, leadership, and long-term vision.
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Strategize
We develop a tailored talent strategy aligned with organizational priorities and long-term objectives.
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Source & Align
Targeted outreach and thoughtful evaluation focused on capability, cultural alignment, and long-term fit.
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Place & Support
We remain engaged beyond the hire—ensuring alignment, integration, and sustainable success.
meet the Founder
rachel
vanderpol
Rachel VanderPol founded VP Talent on a belief shaped long before recruiting—through competition, coaching, and connection. A former Division I athlete raised in a family of professional athletes, Rachel learned early the value of discipline, preparation, and long-term thinking. After college, she built a successful career as a teacher and coach, where she discovered her greatest strength: understanding people—what drives them, challenges them, and positions them for success.
When she transitioned into recruiting, she brought that same coaching mindset into every search and client partnership.
Rachel approaches every search with intentionality and alignment. She partners deeply with companies she believes in, immersing herself in their culture and vision so she can represent them authentically in the market. Candidates are thoughtfully vetted, prepared, and aligned—not simply pushed through a process.
Former Athlete
Still competitive—just in a different way.
Boy Mom of Three
Calm under pressure.
Long View Thinking
Seeing beyond the immediate.
Intentional Approach
A structured, disciplined approach centered on alignment, preparation, and long-term fit—not résumé volume.
True Partnership
We operate as an extension of the team—guiding both company and candidate through every stage of the search.
Long-Term Growth Focus
Every placement is made with long-term growth, alignment, and organizational success in mind.
testimonials
Law Firm Owner
Legal
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Before meeting RVP, I had more frustrations than success with contingency fee recruiters. Since connecting a few years back, though, she'd completely dug into our operations, culture, and needs and busts her ass to send us quality candidates. Full-throated recommendation.
Senior BDR Manager
SaaS
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I met Rachel in my search for a new job and Rachel was the most personable, helpful, kind, and attentive recruiter I’ve ever worked with. She was involved in every step, ready with advice, encouragement, and a positive attitude! I was especially grateful that she was willing to hop on calls and help me prep before my interviews. Rachel is the best!
VP of Sales
MedTech
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Rachel facilitated helping us find 2 new high-quality AE hires in less than 30 days. We had high standards (experience, GEO, EQ) but she quickly found multiple candidates that fit our profile. She was incredibly responsive to both us and the candidates and represented our company so well. I have worked with multiple recruiting firms in the past, and Rachel and her team are hands down the best!
authentic relationships.
strategic growth.
A thoughtful approach to every search.
We take the time to understand your business, your team, and what success really looks like. From there, we build a targeted search focused on alignment over volume—presenting candidates who are thoughtfully vetted and positioned for long-term success.
Built on relationships. Driven by results.
We act as a true partner throughout the process—guiding, advising, and representing your brand with intention. The result is more than a placement—it’s a long-term fit that supports growth on both sides.
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How does pricing work?
We typically work on a contingency basis, with flexible structures depending on the role and partnership. Our goal is alignment—not rigid terms—so we can build long-term relationships with our clients.
What types of roles do you actually focus on?
We support a range of roles across professional services, legal, finance, and high-growth companies—from individual contributors to leadership hires. Our focus is always on impact, not just title.
What makes you different?
We’re intentionally selective. We prioritize long-term relationships over volume, take a highly personalized approach to every search, and represent both clients and candidates with transparency and care.
How quickly can we expect to see candidates?
We typically present initial candidates within 1–2 weeks. That said, we don’t keep a long list or “rolodex” of candidates we try to fit into your role. Instead, we take the time to understand exactly what you’re looking for and go find the right people specifically for your team—because the right fit matters more than the fastest hire.
What does it actually look like to work together?
We start with a deep intake to understand your business, team, and goals. From there, we handle sourcing, screening, and candidate communication—acting as an extension of your team throughout the process.
What happens if the hire doesn’t work out?
Our placements are backed by a replacement guarantee. More importantly, our process is designed to ensure strong alignment from the start, minimizing risk on both sides.
Are you selective with who you work with?
Yes—and intentionally so. We partner best with companies that value relationships, move with intention, and are serious about hiring the right people—not just filling seats.
Can you help if we’re still figuring out the role?
Absolutely. Many of our clients come to us in the early stages. We can help shape the role, define the profile, and ensure you’re targeting the right talent from the beginning.
Why do clients continue working with you long-term?
Because we treat every search like it matters—because it does. We care about the people, the team, and the long-term outcome, not just the placement.