We Back Recruiters to Become Agency Founders
Recruitment Guy is a recruitment investment and support platform that partners with experienced recruiters, providing the backing, structure, and guidance needed to launch and grow successful recruitment agencies.
£180k+
Minimum Annual Billings
2+ years
Recruitment Experience
End-to-End Support
From Launch to Growth
What We Provide
Everything you need to transition from recruiter to agency founder, with reduced risk and maximum support.
Director Salary Support
Stay financially stable while you build and grow your agency.
Business Setup & Launch
We help you set up properly and launch with confidence.
Legal & Compliance
We support you with the essentials to operate professionally and safely.
Mentorship & Strategy
Get expert guidance on niche, positioning, pricing, and growth.
Systems & Tech Stack
Use modern tools and workflows to run and scale efficiently.
Scale & Exit Planning
Build long-term value with a clear plan to scale and eventually exit.
About us
Built by Recruiters.
Backing Recruiters.
Recruitment Guy is a recruitment investment and support company led by experienced operators. We partner with proven recruiters who are ready to take the next step into agency ownership with the right backing, structure, and guidance to build something sustainable.
Proven Track Record
Multiple agencies launched with experienced recruiters, backed by proven systems and real operational insight.
Comprehensive Support
End-to-end support covering launch, operations, growth, and long-term planning.
Industry Expertise
Decades of combined recruitment experience across multiple markets and sectors.
Partnership Approach
We invest in long-term partnerships, aligning our success directly with yours.
How It Works
A clear, structured path from experienced recruiter to agency ownership, with support at every stage.
1
Discovery & Approval
We review your experience, niche focus, and goals to confirm whether a partnership makes sense. If aligned, we agree on expectations, structure, and next steps.
3
Launch & Support
Your agency goes live with continued mentorship, operational guidance, and strategic support to help you start strong and build momentum.
2
Business Setup
We build the foundations of your agency, including branding direction, systems, and operational structure, so you’re ready to launch professionally.
4
Scale & Exit
As your agency grows, we support you with strategic planning, growth opportunities, and long-term value creation, including an eventual exit plan.
Leadership Team
Experienced founders who have built recruitment businesses from the ground up.
Founder & CEO
Built and exited two recruitment agencies. 15+ years in the industry.
Co-Founder
Recruitment leader with 10+ years’ experience across multiple sectors, strategy-led and hands-on.
Partnership Requirements
We're selective about our partners to ensure mutual success and long-term growth
What You Bring
£180k+ annual billings - Proven track record of consistent performance
2+ years sector experience - Deep knowledge in your recruitment niche
Strong client relationships - Established network and reputation
Entrepreneurial mindset - Drive to build and scale a business
Professional integrity - Ethical approach to recruitment practices
Growth ambition - Vision for long-term business development
What We Provide
Financial backing - Salary support and
working capital
Complete infrastructure - Office, tech, systems, and processes
Legal & compliance - All regulatory requirements handled
Marketing support - Brand development and digital presence
Ongoing mentorship - Strategic guidance from industry experts
Exit planning - Clear path to business sale or
succession
Success Stories
What our partners say
“Having worked in the medical recruitment sector for over 10 years, I decided it was time for a change of scenery. It was always my dream to own my business, however dealing with the issues of employment covenants, funding, back office administration and cash flow were all valid reasons for concern. So how could I make the transition from being a recruiter to owning my own recruitment business? In 2017, I met James Baron. James Baron had a wealth of expertise in sales and the payroll sector, he understood the financial elements of the business. I had a wealth of experience in the health recruitment sector so together we created – OH Medical the rest is history. If you want a partnership, with experienced and knowledgeable individuals to get your business up and running, I would highly recommend James”
James Baron
Director
OH Medical Ltd
“The idea of working for myself had been on my mind for some time; after several reassuring calls with James, I took the leap and set up my own business with them. Everyone at James is helpful, friendly, and professional. They are an excellent team of people who from day one supported me in every way. From the moment I spoke to James Baron, I knew James was the best company to help me set up on my own because he understood and shared my vision from that first phone call, I also spoke to the other partners who solidified that they were the right business for me. If you are a strong recruiter, wanting to launch a business, but aren’t sure exactly what you need to do, or are worried about the lack of “back office support”, contact James – You won’t regret it.”
Michael Bolton
Director
RecruitFit Ltd
Partnering with James has been a breath of fresh air. I’ve known James for years and have always been impressed by the recruitment companies he’s built, scaled, and sold. Since joining as my 50/50 business partner at RecruitTherapists, he’s been instrumental in setting a clear direction for the business — bringing in structure, new targets, and a strong commercial mindset. Whether you’re launching a new agency or looking to grow an existing one, I couldn’t recommend James more highly.”
Laura Gillham
Director,
RecruitTherapists
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