Case Studies

Colt Sarginson

Founder at Retelligence

Retelligence is an AI / Data led recruitment business that implements the most modern AI tools into each stage of its process. Through AI-driven automation, they streamline administrative tasks, allowing the team to focus more on strategic and personalized interactions.

 

Specialising in Software Engineering, QA/Test, Devops, Infrastructure & Support, Engineering and Executive Search with the Technology sector. They cover a range of services, including Perm, Contract, Retained and Executive Search for the Cambridge & London regions. 

January 2024

Had initial enquiry with Recruiter Labs. Discussed ambitions, sector and specialisms.

March 2024

Established branding, identity, go to market strategy and launched Retelligence with the support of Recruiter Labs. 

March 2025

Colt hires his first and second employees, growing his brand and expanding on his success within his sector. 

July 5
Introduced
January 2024

Had initial enquiry with Recruiter Labs. Discussed ambitions, sector and specialisms.

February 2
Expanded
March 2024

Established branding, identity, go to market strategy and launched Retelligence with the support of Recruiter Labs. 

March 2025
Expanded
March 2025

Colt hires his first and second employees, growing his brand and expanding on his success within his sector. 

They embrace the power of diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that true innovation thrives in an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated and valued. By fostering an inclusive culture, they create an ecosystem where brilliance can flourish without boundaries.

 

Operating across the UK, Europe, and North America, the NEON team are experts in their fields, strategic partners who deeply understand the unique needs and challenges of their clients and candidates.

Hannah Milton

Founder at Neon Search

Kimberely Curtis

Founder at Neon Search

Neon Search specialise in hiring top-tier talent for prestigious companies within the Luxury, Fashion, Lifestyle,  Beauty, FMCG, Travel & Hospitality Sectors.

Their expertise lies in identifying and representing the industry’s most accomplished professionals, ensuring a seamless match between their clients’ discerning standards and the calibre of talent they seek.

July 5
Introduced
January 2021

Chemistry conversations, with discussions around market sector and long-term business motivations. 

February 2
Expanded
February 2021

Launched Neon Search, starting their new recruitment business with the support of Recruiter Labs. 

2025
Expanded
April 2025

With a great reputation and establishing a strong pipeline of business, launched in the United States spearheaded through New York. 

Terry Cannon

Founder at WeComm

WeComm has become one of the industry’s most trusted partners globally and recognised as Best Recruitment Start-Up 2023 at National Start-Ups, nominated for Campaign of the Year and Best New Comer at the British Recruitment awards and ‘Retail Partner of The Year’ finalist at the People in Retail Awards.

WeComm are retail talent experts within each of the core areas of eCommerce, Marketing, Creative, Technology, Data and Retail Operations.

2021

Terry founds WeComm, to grow a recruitment business specialising in the retail sector and create a real community for his market.

2024

Has built a 7-figure turnover recruitment business, with double digit headcount and growing. Brand reputation in the market is second to none. 

2025

Extends contract with Recruiter Labs. Taking WeComm and the now established team to further turnover growth and market presence for continued success.  

July 5
Introduced
2021

Terry founds WeComm, to grow a recruitment business specialising in the retail sector and create a real community for his market.

February 2
Expanded
2024

Has built a 7-figure turnover recruitment business, with double digit headcount and growing. Brand reputation in the market is second to none. 

2025
Expanded
2025

Extends contract with Recruiter Labs. Taking WeComm and the now established team to further turnover growth and market presence for continued success.  

Binay Patel

founder at Riva Recruitment

Binay partners with Founders, Chief Revenues Officers and VP of Sales connecting them with Sales talent Globally across the SaaS and Business Intelligence sectors.

Working around his own schedule, Binay runs an entrepreneurial lifestyle business. He’s able to travel and holiday extensively, balance his work schedule, and spend quality time with his family. This is leading the life he always wanted, with the autonomy and flexibility that being a founder led business owner affords. 

March 2021

Initial chemistry conversations with Recruiter Labs.

May 2021

Launches Riva Recruitment and website goes live.

2021

Present – Successfully running a profitable lifestyle recruitment business. 

July 5
Introduced
March 2021

Initial chemistry conversations with Recruiter Labs.

February 2
Expanded
May 2021

Launches Riva Recruitment and website goes live.

March 2025
Expanded
2025

Successfully running a profitable lifestyle recruitment business. 

Nadya Aytekin

founder at Elite Find

Elite Find specializes in helping tech and SaaS start-ups build high-performing go-to-market (GTM) teams and scale their businesses globally.

 

 Founded with a deep passion for supporting early-stage and high-growth companies by connecting top-tier talent to opportunity, Nadya’s mission is to empower start-ups to achieve their growth targets by providing unparalleled recruitment support.

July 5
Introduced
November 2024

Nadya has initial discussion around launching her own lifestyle recruitment business with Recruiter Labs. 

February 2
Expanded
January 2025

Elite Find is launched - specialising in tech and SaaS start-ups for go-to-market teams and businesses globally. 

March 2025
Expanded
March 2025

First permanent placement made, and the business is off to a flying start. Able to travel and work anywhere in the world!

Recruiter Labs Testimonials

Charlotte Waltham – Managing Director & Founder at Blue Bear Talent

I’ve been with Recruiter Labs 2 years now and been really happy with the initial set up and service since. Chloe and her team are already really helpful and always there if you need them. Dan is extremely knowledgeable and good at what he does. It can be quite isolating working for yourself at times (without staff) so those catch ups and insight with Dan I personally find really beneficial.  Thanks to Recruiter Labs for helping me to set up by myself, I now earn far more and work less hours so I will be forever grateful for that!

Matt Jagger – Founder at Rowley Heron

From the options I had at my disposal, Recruiter Labs stood out as not only people centric but a match in terms of ambition for my organisation. The fundamentals in creating a platform for recruitment success have been delivered at pace for Rowley Heron Associates.”

Colt Sarginson – Founder at Retelligence

Launching through Recruiter Labs was one of the best business decisions I have made in my recruitment career! Having started my search looking for capital investment; I was blown away by Recruiter Labs brand, determination and passion for helping people to get up and running.

It can be a lonely path setting up your own agency. With Recruiter Labs, It has softened this blow and helped me to stay focused on the things that really matter. As well as this, they have provided me with a network of people in the same position; many of whom have become my friends over the last year.

Having worked with Joe, Sarah, Chloe and Dan. Every one of them has added value to my business over the last 12 months and I cannot speak highly enough of the service and advice that I have received!

Binay Patel – Founder at RIVA Recruitment

If you want support as well as guidance, then this is the team you want behind you. Anyone interested in setting up I would be happy to tell you in more detail why to go with Recruiter Labs!

Kimberley Curtis – Co-Founder and Director at NEON Search

Recruiter Labs has been an invaluable partner since the launch of our business. Their dedicated team has consistently provided incredible support, helping us build a strong business from day one.

Cannot recommend the team enough.

Dan Bruce – Founder and Director at North Scout

Chloe and her team made it really easy for me to set my company up for success. They are always on hand to support with the various questions I have, meaning that I can focus on what I need to do to build momentum in the company. I would highly recommend their services to anyone who is considering making the move!

Charles Higgen – Director and Founder at Well Rooted Search

Before setting up on my own, I honestly thought it was going to be a huge leap into the unknown. In reality, the process has been seamless. The support from the team has been outstanding from day one. Richard in particular has been incredibly helpful throughout — from setting up emails and tech, to supporting with onboarding and contracts. Nothing has ever felt intimidating or overwhelming.

What Recruiter Labs have built is genuinely impressive. They handle the back-office support, guide you through the operational side of things, and allow you to focus on what you’re actually good at. For me, that was recruitment.

It’s funny — when you first go out on your own, you question whether you can really run a business. Then you realise you’re already doing what you’ve always done, just now you’re building something for yourself. That changes everything. The motivation, confidence, and sense of ownership is completely different.

It took me around three months to make my first placement, but throughout the process I never lost confidence because the environment and support system around me was so strong. The whole experience has been rewarding both professionally and personally, and my friends and family have all noticed the positive change in me since making the move.

I can wholeheartedly recommend Recruiter Labs to anyone considering starting their own business in recruitment. The team are responsive, supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely want to see people succeed. They’ve created an environment where recruiters can build something meaningful for themselves and bring their own vision to life.

Jason Petelin – Director at EQ Search

My experience with Recruiter Labs has been exceptional. My new company set up has been so smooth and professional, and they have done exactly what I had wanted, which is to let me get on with the Recruitment job while having all the necessary support for everything else.

Samantha Wilkinson – Founder at VetRec

I have been part of Recruiter Labs for almost two years now, and I’ve been thoroughly impressed with their professionalism, expertise, and communication.

Their team of experts is highly knowledgeable in their respective specialisms. Most importantly, they are always available to answer my questions, provide guidance, and offer unwavering support whenever I need it.

Making the decision to join Recruiter Labs wasn’t easy—I was hesitant about such a significant change. However, it has turned out to be the best professional move I’ve made so far.

Couldn’t have done it without Chloe’s enthusiasm and confidence in me, especially on the days when I doubted myself the most. Chloe has been both a great listener and a source of invaluable business advice.

Dan, who has recently joined the team, has certainly hit the ground running! If you’re ever in need of a motivational pep talk, he’s your guy. Despite my 10 years in recruitment, Dan has taught me new techniques and insights I didn’t think I’d still be learning.

The entire team at Recruiter Labs has shown impeccable patience with me. I’m someone who asks question after question and, admittedly, makes more mistakes than I’d like. Yet, they are always happy to help, even with the simplest of issues.

Overall, I highly recommend Recruiter Labs to anyone even slightly contemplating starting their own recruitment company. With their support and expertise, you can be confident in achieving your recruitment goals and taking your business to new heights.

Matt Jagger – Founder at Rowley Heron

Recruiter Labs are the perfect partner for ambitious recruitment professionals to build out their dream! They give ownership a real sense of reality – the infrastructure / support and encouragement to be a success. I would recommend Recruiter Labs as the premium launch partner in Europe.