EC1 Partners is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Nugteren to its leadership team as Director, Americas. Chris officially joined the firm on 13 October 2025 and will head up the company’s US division.
Chris brings extensive recruitment experience across both internal talent acquisition and agency environments. He has held senior leadership roles within some of the world’s most recognised organisations and recruitment agencies, where he has successfully built high-performing teams and delivered strategic growth.
At EC1 Partners, Chris will be responsible for leading the US business, strengthening client relationships, and driving expansion within the fintech sector. His appointment underscores EC1 Partners’ commitment to investing in market-leading talent to support its global growth strategy.
Jamie Cole, CEO of EC1 Partners, states:
“We are delighted to welcome Chris to EC1 Partners. His track record as a recruitment leader and his deep knowledge of the industry make him an invaluable leadership addition to our business. We are confident that under his leadership, our US division will continue to go from strength to strength, and I look forward to seeing the impact Chris will make and where his influence will take our US market growth.
Chris Nugteren shares:
“I’m thrilled to join EC1 Partners at such an exciting time for the firm. The US fintech market is evolving rapidly, and I look forward to working with our talented team to strengthen client relationships, support ambitious growth plans, and deliver exceptional recruitment solutions.
What sets EC1 apart is our deep specialisation and ability to deliver a truly differentiated experience – combining industry insight, agility, and unmatched expertise to help our clients build the teams that define the future of fintech. I’m excited to help drive that vision forward and continue raising the bar for what recruitment partnerships can be.”
EC1 Partners is a specialist fintech recruitment firm with a track record of working with visionary businesses.
With a global presence across the US, EMEA, and APAC, EC1 Partners combines deep market expertise with a client-first approach to help businesses attract, retain, and develop the talent that drives innovation and growth.
EC1 Partners looks forward to building on its global growth momentum, with Chris Nugteren playing a key role in strengthening client partnerships and delivering market-leading recruitment solutions in the US fintech sector.
If you’re currently looking for a fintech recruitment specialist to support the expansion of your US team and wider business, please get in touch with our team.
