Testimonials
"The Up Group brought great sensitivity to this search, combined with a real understanding of Katkin’s business. They were able to effectively advise on the role in terms of breadth and commerciality required."
"Up’s reputation in the market helped us to get some great candidates into the process."
"We thoroughly enjoyed our experience of working with Up. Twinkl was new to working with search firms and we wrongly expected this to be a tough search.
We were blown away by the speed of the search, and the team showed great patience with us as we worked out how to partner with Up."
"My initial call with Up was the best call I’ve had with a recruiter, and during the process their advice was sublime! Up’s GTM market knowledge is unrivalled, and they were always a step or two ahead in the conversation, it was extremely refreshing."
"It was a pleasure to work with the team on this search, they were professional and considerate throughout. The briefings were accurate and useful, and the team adjusted swiftly to a change in the brief.. They also kept a pipeline going throughout, which was very reassuring. This was a very smooth and timely process."
"This was a fantastic process from start to finish, it closed in a great time frame and was the strongest we’ve experienced with a search firm in terms of the level of thought, structure, usefulness of updating documents and thought partnering. We also appreciated the team’s responsiveness and willingness just to pick up the phone, as well as how our investors were kept updated throughout by Up. The team was a joy to work with, and they kept it fun!"
"There was a very useful, open dialogue and I really felt the team’s intention to find the best candidate. I could see that this was their main driver beyond any financial motivation, and this resulted in honest open conversations on the brief as well as on candidates; a lot of trust was built."
"This search was an exceptional experience. The briefing process went a level deeper, the right questions were asked, and this enabled a really useful conversation around trade-offs. The quality of candidates was truly amazing. The team delivered really interesting global candidates, not the same old ones you always see on lists. The network is so strong, and it is clear candidates will pick up the phone to speak to Up."
"We are super happy with the process, outcome and the experience of working with the team. They were stellar in their ability to present Epidemic Sound to the market, and this is what led to such great market coverage and a strong shortlist, despite Product being such a tough function to hire for."
"Up are real standout-outs in terms of their knowledge of the tech ecosystem. This is their reputation, and the reality does not disappoint"
"This was by far the best search process I have experienced. The talent in the Up team is remarkable, individuals are always well prepared, well spoken, and strike a healthy balance between sense of urgency and respect for the process"
"Up is exceptionally consultative and was excellent at managing trade-offs"
"The team was very available, really listened to feedback, and worked very hard on gender diversity"
"Up really listened to feedback, and were incredibly responsive"
"All candidates were spot on in terms of experience and also fit to our business. The Up team really understood the importance of finding those who understood ‘the what and the how’"
"Up did a great job addressing diversity in the shortlist, given market constraints"
"The process was exceptional, and I was very impressed by the team, the communication, and the expertise"
"The team was very kind and patient whilst still being direct and clear on what they needed from me"
"I’m absolutely delighted with the process, the relationship, and the outcome. Rather than a more traditional Customer/Supplier relationship, this felt like we were all on the same team working together to get a result"
"The end result is amazing, above expectations. The team are amazing, not just as professionals but also as people"
"Up was very good at challenging my thinking and the team really did their homework on important topics"
"Up’s access to talent is key; the team has a very strong grasp on the market for digital roles"
"Up did a great job as a partner, this was a very positive experience"
"Delighted with the outcome – we appointed a quality candidate, plus a second hire which is an added bonus."
"High quality, all hit the required quality bar"
"Great communication, keeping us well informed and acting as an advisory role throughout"
"A fantastic and diverse shortlist. The entire process was great and no areas need improvement!"
"We had two great candidates in the end and both could have been successful. Your fault really for doing such a great job!"
"Good communication throughout and a strong slate of candidates"
"Incredibly good at understanding the market context and the role"
"Your candidate briefs are extensive and best in classs"
"Good management of the process, with strong market knowledge"
"Up are straight-talking about candidates and their calibre. They didn’t try and oversell candidates - one of the reasons we trust and work with Up"
"The quality of candidates was there and was perfect. Even when they weren’t quite right for us, I never felt I had wasted time post meeting candidates"
"Great outcome, thank you all. Very impressed with Up’s process and overall performance."
"A strong network, demonstrating Up’s global reach"
"Up are amongst the easiest, most professional, trusted, and advisory search firms"
"Very happy with the process, outcome, and candidates introduced – no time was wasted"
"We are thrilled. Thank you for this journey together. It has gone faster than other executive searches, and we had some tight restrictions; we're impressed with the results from working with you."
"You get what you pay for; it shows in the quality of the team, search process, pace and ultimately the quality of the successful candidate"
