Published by Sue Johns-Chapman
Published Date 25.09.2024 
Gillespie Manners is a UK based, industry leading Executive Search firm which sources the highest caliber senior talent for technology businesses in the UK and around the world. Our unique methodology has enabled us to match the right talent with the right opportunities for the last 20 years. We’re honored to be recognized as finalists in the ‘Best Tech Recruiter’ category of the 2024 UK Business Tech Awards.
In our mission to champion talent at the cutting edge of technology, we’ve placed over 3000 candidates over the last two decades. The ethos at the heart of our business is that of client and candidate satisfaction, it’s the driving force behind everyone at Gillespie Manners, from our Research function through our 7 specialist industry practices, all the way up to our Co-Founders.
We were thrilled to win ‘Best Tech Recruiter’ in the Global Business Tech Awards earlier this year, and to be recognized as finalists in the UK Business Tech Awards solidifies the high standards we set for talent acquisition delivery in our home-nation, as well as overseas. Our award submission detailed several success stories with valued UK-based technology businesses, from both client and candidate perspectives on retained assignments such as a Managing Director role within an IoT technology business, and two Technical Operations Engineers for an RFID firm.
On the awards, our Co-Founder Alex Gillespie remarked that “Being shortlisted in the UK Business Tech Awards is a testament to the dedication to customer service, and incredible attention to detail demonstrated by each and every member of our team”. The sentiment was echoed by Director of Operations, Claire Smart who commented that “These awards mean a great deal to our business, and workforce. They recognize not only our commitment to client and candidate satisfaction, but the strength of our processes and procedures, which enable our teams to deliver outstanding results on each and every talent acquisition assignment”.
The retained recruitment carried out by Gillespie Manners spans a broad range of functions across mid-senior roles from individual contributor to board of director level. Our specialist practices include dedicated resourcing teams for the retail technology, robotics and automation technology, supply chain technology, sustainability technology and more.
Gillespie Manners’ success stems from a deep understanding of the technology landscape and the rapidly evolving requirements of the sector. Our teams are dedicated to staying ahead of industry trends, ensuring that we not only understand the technical skills required for each role but also the strategic vision and leadership qualities that clients seek in senior executives. This approach has allowed us to build lasting partnerships with some of the most innovative technology companies in the UK and globally.
Our client-centric approach means we invest significant time in understanding the unique needs of every business we work with. This includes everything from company culture to long-term growth plans, ensuring that we find candidates who not only have the right experience but will thrive and make an impact in their new roles. By developing close working relationships with clients, we become an extension of their teams, providing tailored recruitment strategies that align with their business objectives.
At the core of our operation is our dedicated research function embedded in our unique delivery process. Our research team works closely with consultants and clients to map out the talent landscape and identify candidates who are not just actively looking for new opportunities, but also the top 5% of talent who are happily employed. This approach allows us to tap into a wider pool of talent, often discovering high-caliber candidates who may not be visible through traditional recruitment channels such as job boards.
Our shortlisting for the UK Business Tech Awards is a reflection of the trust our clients place in us and the results we consistently deliver. Whether it’s helping a start-up scale by finding the right leadership team or supporting established technology firms in securing specialists for niche roles, Gillespie Manners takes pride in playing a pivotal role in the success stories of our clients and candidates alike.
As we prepare for the awards ceremony, we remain grateful for the recognition and are motivated to continue striving for excellence in everything we do. We look forward to sharing this journey with our clients, candidates, and team members, and we are excited about what the future holds for Gillespie Manners in the ever-evolving world of technology recruitment.
