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“The best recruitment experience we’ve ever had”

– Robin Smith – Head of Corporate, Censuswide

30SIX was created to simplify the process of finding talent. We do all the hard work in the background, and present you with the results.

What do we do?

We follow a 10 step process, managed entirely by 30SIX

  1. Diagnosis to understand your current position and challenges
  2. Present you with our proposal for sign off
  3. Thorough briefing session which we lead with all stakeholders
  4. Research phase of the entire market that match with the right skillset
  5. Systematically and professionally approach every candidate to gain as much interest as possible
  6. Weekly steering meetings to present the market findings
  7. Longlist of talent presented
  8. Shortlist agreed
  9. Interview stages
  10. Negotiation and onboarding

All of this is documented to save you time and keep you in the driving seat.

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Meet the team

James Martin

Founder & Director

James started his career in advertising, and since then has worked with some of the industry’s biggest names, Ogilvy, Saatchi & Saatchi, FCB INFERNO, JWT, OLIVER. Having delivered global campaigns for clients such as BA, BP, Shell, VOXI, EE, Diageo to name a few.

James now specialises in working with tech clients, across product, marketing, Design, UX / UI. James is focussed on new business and candidate development using his knowledge to clearly define strategies for candidate attraction. He aims to be a clearer extension for his clients and drive home the importance of a partnership.

E: james@30sixagency.co

Amanda Shawley

Talent Partner

Amanda started her career in fashion, after specialising in creative textiles at University. After a successful career working with pretty much every high street fashion house. Amanda moved her creativity into high end bespoke kitchen designs. Whilst there, her eye for detail, her likeability with clients, helped her build relationships quickly and show a trusting side with clients who were parting with figures between £50-£100k. Amanda, also achieved the highest monthly target met within the business, which shows her true talent for sales.

Knowing she loves sales, and getting a deal done, Amanda has joined forces with James to build 30SIX and specialises in identifying candidates, getting them engaged, and managing the process through to acceptance.

E: amanda@30sixagency.co

Pablo

Head of Vibes

Pablo is just here to keep us all sane (and test that sanity at times). He’s absoltuely nuts, full of energy and the best friend to have in the office.

We would bring him to meetings, if he would be able to sit still! But for now we keep him at the office

E: let’s not be too un-realistic 🙂

Let’s chat

If you have any questions, get in touch. We can help you with your hiring challenges

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Want to be part of something great – join the 30SIX team

If you have a passion for dealing with human beings, and get a buzz from making magic happen, then maybe a career with 30SIX is for you? We have a few internal openings and believe roles can be moulded to the individual. Ideally you’ll come from a background in marketing or digital. So, if this sounds like you, and you want to be part of something special, then do get in touch.

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Aarti P - Senior HR Manager, Futuresource

Each step of the recruitment process was effective and seamless!

The role was niche in the market and needed a candidate who had the right industry experience. James and his team held a briefing meeting, explained the process throughout to ensure he was providing the best service to us. After an excessive search 2 great candidates were found and 1 will now be commencing with our Company in the coming weeks. James and his team put every effort into finding us the right candidate and would recommend 30SIX

Sam Marks - Account Director, Mintel

James is direct, personable, and genuine

James is a very professional recruiter. I enjoyed our conversations and recommend 30SIX as an agency.

James is direct, personable, and genuine (no bullsh*t) which makes him stand out from a majority of companies I have dealt with.

Eddie Hitt, Senior Recruitment Consultant

He put me into contact with a lot of businesses and relevant people

James helped put me into contact with a lot of businesses and relevant people, he also helped give me professional advice and help reshape my CV. Ultimately following his advice and guidance I managed to land a new role with an Agency I really wanted to work with. Would definitely use James again.

Grant Youngman - Senior Market Analyst

I would highly recommend 30SIX

James was great throughout the recruitment process. Very swift with responses and kept me updated at every stage.
Very personable and made what can be a stressful process very easy.
I would highly recommend and 30Six!

Karina Górska, Project Manager, Impero

James is really great to work with!

James is really great to work with, he was super helpful and kind when helping me find a new role. Always checked in and answered any questions I had - made the process so much smoother and easier! Feel very pleased to start my new role! Thanks James!

Shaye Laree - Head of Project Management, Impero

James is a fantastic recruiter, one of the best!

James is a fantastic recruiter, one of the best!

He asks the right questions at the start to get to the real crux of the types of candidates you are looking for, which ultimately leads to more successful interviews and quicker hires.

Emily Jones, Senior Account Director, Impero

James is the best recruiter I've ever worked with.

James is the best recruiter I've ever worked with. And I've met a fair few after a decent length of time in the industry. He's pragmatic, reassuring and I felt like he really listened to what I needed from my next role. I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again (although hopefully that won't be for a while...) or recommend him to someone else.

Tara Breuer, Account Executive

James was delightful to work with

James was delightful to work with. He was incredibly fast getting back to me and setting up next stages for interviews as well as giving solid and helpful advice about the role. He managed to find me a role I might not have been able to find on my own and helped me navigate the entire process. He was not only able to ease doubts I had, but also encourage me to pursue a role that was ultimately a great fit. Could not recommend him more highly!

Abigail Prothero, Senior Strategist, Impero

James was a dream to work with

James was a dream to work with - he was the perfect mix of laid back and easy-to-talk but proactive and diligent. The process wasn't straightforward but he was honest and made me feel at ease throughout. He listened carefully to what I was looking for out of my next move and only put me forward for agencies that genuinely fit the bill. I’ll definitely be coming to him when I’m ready for a new challenge further down the line. 🙂

Alec T. Impero, Senior Strategist

Helped find the perfect job

James is one of the only recruitment professionals I've experienced that actually took the time and made the effort to understand my skills, experience, and most importantly what I actually wanted my next step to be, before recommending me for a role. He helped find the perfect job for me and felt like a true advocate throughout the whole process. If you want to work with nice people, work with James.

Becki S. Kairos, Media Account Manager

Found the best role for me

As far as first experiences with recruiters go, I couldn’t have asked for a better one! Having James who is also so well versed in my industry has been so helpful. I felt supported and kept in the loop constantly throughout this process, and really felt like he found the best role for me as opposed to just suggesting a number and hoping one would stick! Thank you again James.

Julia P, Brand Strategist

Helpful and friendly

James has been extremely helpful and friendly throughout the recruitment process. I have really enjoyed speaking with him, discussing roles and my experience in detail. He took the time to really listen and understand my needs, as well as keep in touch if I ever needed any help throughout the interview process. I have really appreciated his kindness and professionalism, although I didn't find a new role as of yet, James will definitely be my go to once I am ready.

Lynsey P. Senior, Account Director Impero

I highly recommend

Wonderful and seamless experience working with James. Listened to what I was after and consistently easy to contact. I highly recommend him and 30SIX and would definitely work with them again in the future. Thank you 🙂

Emily J. Kairos, Media Account Director

The best recruiter I've ever worked with.

James is the best recruiter I've ever worked with. And I've met a fair few after a decent length of time in the industry. He's pragmatic, reassuring and I felt like he really listened to what I needed from my next role. I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again (although hopefully that won't be for a while...) or recommend him to someone else.

Luke Martins - Account Director

James was fantastic every step of the way

James was fantastic every step of the way in finding me a new role. Highly recommended.