Doug Adamson

Global Practice Lead  

<p>Kristian has a wealth of recruitment experience and has a strong track record of matching the perfect candidates with his clients. Before joining S&amp;You, he spent 15 years working at some of London&rsquo;s most respected recruitment agencies. Throughout his career, he has worked in RPO, Executive Search and has run a successful permanent recruitment desk with a focus on placing office support staff into global companies. After a short stint placing executives across the communications and technology markets, he has since moved back to Wales where he now focuses on building strong partnerships and finding exceptional talent for our most senior positions.</p>

Kristian Kurbalija

Senior Consultant

To put our clients and candidates at the centre. Putting our clients and candidates at the centre of everything we do is imperative – every decision you make should consider how it will impact the customer experience. We want to ensure we understand our customers and strive to continually increase customer satisfaction rates.

Take responsibility for your actions and stand by your promises. Accountability is about ownership and initiative. Be responsible for your actions, behaviours and decisions and take pride in what you do.

We want to create a culture of teamwork, collaboration and helping each other. In order to achieve this, it's important to communicate clearly and openly with colleagues, candidates and clients.

For each other, our communities, and our environment. Treat people how you’d like to be treated and use empathy and patience – think before you act considering body language, tone of voice and expression. Treat all people equally to encourage inclusiveness and avoid discrimination. Be mindful of our social, economic, and environmental impact.

You will be given the tools, training, and support to be able to make decisions and take actions, in line with company goals and values. Autonomy and responsibility will encourage creativity and continuous improvement.

Customer First

Accountability &amp; integrity

Effective communication

Respect

Empowerment

Part of the Acorn by Synergie who is in the top 1% of Recruitment Agencies in the UK. Our Parent Company Synergie Group are Europe’s 5th largest recruitment group. This allows us to offer a personalised and professional recruitment service backed by the tools and technologies of being part of a global powerhouse in the industry.

Our consultants are highly experienced in their field, whether they have recruited into your particular industry for several years or they have previously worked in your industry so they intrinsically know and understand your industry and the types of candidates you need to allow you to be successful. 

S&amp;You is able to create bespoke recruitment services just for you. Whether that means creating a landing page on our website, using your logo and images in our job adverts and social media posts, or creating candidate information packs that highlight the reasons why you are an attractive company to work for and also the role(s) that you are recruiting. 

We offer a UK wide recruitment service and also have the capability to recruit internationally. Utilising the latest tools and technologies we are able to identify opportunities, gather market intelligence, and attract top candidates in any location. 

Our core specialisms are Accountancy & Finance, Executive Search, Legal and Technology. S&You Specialist Recruitment is an extension of Acorn by Synergie, we have the resources to support you across multiple disciplines. 

Understanding the talent landscape and utilising the most up-to date technology is key to our success. We have invested in market leading talent analytics tool, Horsefly. This provides us with real time worker insights, allowing us together, to recruit the talented individuals you require.

Who are S&amp;You?

What makes you ‘specialist’?

Can you provide a personalised service?

Where in the UK do you operate?

What specialisms do you cover?

What makes you different?

We provide bespoke solutions that reflect individual client requirements, these can include a traditional contingency model, subscription-based recruitment solutions for specific projects and start up / scale up clients, contingent workforce and contractor solutions or retained assignments for senior and business critical hires.

Before commencing any recruitment assignment we will provide relevant stakeholders with a detailed Talent Intelligence Report produced by Horesfly Analytics who are a market leading talent analytics orginisation. The report will include supply and demand, gender, salary and competitor data sets. 

S&amp;You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies. Part of Synergie Group that has 5,000 employees in over 800 offices across 17 countries. 

You can have complete confidence in us, as your specialist recruitment partner.The quality of the recruitment solutions we provide are essential and that’s why we are dedicated to achieving highly reputable industry recognised Accreditations and Awards to acknowledge and represent the professional standards we meet and exceed through our services, internal process and people.

Our Executive Search team is well placed to deliver a comprehensive campaign that ensures any senior requirement is managed and promoted effectively to achieve the best quality, volume and diversity for you to hire from. We will guide you through the process, whilst delivering a robust search and a personalised, supportive experience.

Bespoke talent solutions

Consultative approach

Experience and scale

Compliance and quality 

Executive Search

S&amp;You: The specialist sub-brand of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK’s leading recruitment agencies, backed by Synergie Group.

We help you discover candidates as exceptional as your business

We are here to support your next career move.

 <h2 class="text-white">Candidate</h2>                  <p class="text-white">                     S&You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading                     recruitment agencies. We have a specialist team of dedicated                     consultants that help provide a unique recruitment service                     like no other.                   </p>

 <h2 class="text-white">Employer</h2>                  <p class="text-white">                     S&You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading                     recruitment agencies. We have a specialist team of dedicated                     consultants that help provide a unique recruitment service                     like no other.                   </p>

 <h2 class="text-white">Executive</h2>                  <p class="text-white">                     S&amp;You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading                     recruitment agencies. We have a specialist team of dedicated                     consultants that help provide a unique recruitment service                     like no other.                   </p>

  <h2 class="text-white">Technology</h2>                   <p class="text-white">                     S&amp;You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading                     recruitment agencies. We have a specialist team of dedicated                     consultants that help provide a unique recruitment service                     like no other.                   </p>

 <h2 class="text-white">Talent</h2>                  <p class="text-white">                     S&You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading                     recruitment agencies. We have a specialist team of dedicated                     consultants that help provide a unique recruitment service                     like no other.                   </p>

<h5>Part of Acorn by Synergie</h5><p>With more than 30+ offices and on-site locations across the UK and internationally, Acorn by Synergie employs expert consultants within specialist industries and is part of the leading global recruitment group, Synergie. We're provide local recruitment support on a national level with an international reach.</p>

<h5>Powered by Synergie</h5><p>S&amp;You and Acorn by Synergie are backed by the Synergie Group who operate in 17 counties worldwide. A leader in global human resources management — placing 70,000 job seekers into work every week.</p>

<h5>S&amp;You Specialist Recruitment</h5><p>S&amp;You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies. We have a specialist team of dedicated consultants that help provide a unique recruitment service like no other.</p>

<h5>POWERED BY SYNERGIE</h5><p>S&You and Acorn by Synergie are backed by the Synergie Group who operate in 17 counties worldwide. A leader in global human resources management — placing 70,000 job seekers into work every week. </p>

S&amp;You is part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies. We are also backed by Synergie Group who operates in 17 countries worldwide.

The support we provide to all our colleagues, clients and jobseekers is responsive, versatile and effective. Our commitment is based on our core values:

Company values

<h4>At S&amp;You Specialist Recruitment, we're dedicated to Executive Search, Board Recruitment, Senior &amp; Commercial Recruitment, and Technology roles, including AI, Automation, Cyber Security, and Data.</h4><p>We are committed to challenging norms and enhancing the lives of everyone we connect with by embedding diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We believe that people are the key to success.</p><p>As specialist recruiters in Executive Search, Board Recruitment, Senior &amp; Commercial Recruitment, and Technology (including AI, Automation, Cyber Security, and Data), S&amp;You is your dedicated partner whether you’re looking to recruit top-tier talent or seeking your next career move. Our flexible approach to recruitment ensures that our clients and candidates always come first.</p><p>With deep expertise in our specialisms, we ensure the right individuals are matched to the right businesses. We offer a professional yet personable full-service experience, and our team is always ready to help. Let’s shape your future together. </p>

<h3>About us</h3>

<p>We work with businesses to provide bespoke solutions that reflect individual client requirements, these can include the following methodologies: </p> <ul><li>Traditional contingency recruitment model</li></ul> <ul><li>Subscription-based recruitment solutions for specific projects and start up / scale up clients</li></ul>  <ul><li>Contingent workforce and contactor solutions</li></ul>   <ul><li>Retained assignments for senior and business critical hires </li></ul>  <p>We're proud to support the communities we work in across the UK. Every year, we take part in a number of local and national fundraising activities, forming close relationships with many of our charity partners.  </p> 

<p>We build lasting relationships between candidates and businesses. Our goal is to gain an in depth understanding of each client’s culture, hiring needs and expectations, allowing us to effectively screen candidates and present only the strongest applicants – making the entire process as efficient and painless as possible for you. </p><p>Some of our current partnerships include Welsh Sports Association, Football Association of Wales, Cardiff Capital Region and more. </p> 

<p>We’re dedicated to achieving accreditations which acknowledge our services, internal processes and people. </p> <p></p><ul><li>A full member of the Recruitment &amp; Employment Confederation (REC) </li></ul><ul><li>An Investors in People company </li></ul> <ul><li>Cyber Security Essentials Plus accredited  </li></ul><ul><li>A Stronger Together business partner </li></ul> <ul><li>Crown Commercial Service Supplier</li></ul>  

<p>We wholeheartedly embrace EDI and work closely with employers to make sure our recruitment methods reach the most diverse range of potential applicants, and appointments are based on non-biased selection.</p> <p>We achieve this in the following ways: </p><p></p><ul><li>Top level commitment </li><li>Training and raising awareness  </li></ul><ul><li>EDI Working Group </li></ul><ul><li>Candidate attraction and accessibility  </li></ul>

<p>We're proud to support the communities we work in across the UK. Every year, we take part in a number of local and national fundraising activities, forming close relationships with many of our charity partners.  </p>

Partnerships

Accreditations

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We would love to hear from you

    <h4>                 Our vision is to challenge norms and enhance the lives of all                 those we come into contact with by placing diversity and                 inclusion at the heart of everything we do.</h4>               <p>                 We’re leaders in our industry, and we're always looking for                 talented people to join us and contribute to our success. With                 big plans to expand and grow, Acorn is an exciting place to be —                 so if you’re hardworking, entrepreneurial and passionate, we                 want to talk to you.Our vision is to challenge norms and enhance                 the lives of all those we come into contact with by placing                 diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.</p>

<p>If you’re seeking top talent or looking for a new job – our team is here to help.</p>

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S&amp;You by Synergie is within the top 1% of the UK's leading recruitment agencies.

Our latest success stories.

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<p>Looking to fill other roles outside of our specialist sectors? We're part of Acorn by Synergie, one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies.</p>

Acorn by Synergie partnership 

<p>Understanding the talent landscape</p><p>Within the UK we utilise Horsefly, a market leading talent analytics tool, that provides real-time worker insights, we will work with you to undertake searches for multiple roles to identify where we can provide the talented professional you require.</p>

Industry insights through Technology

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FAQs

How we help businesses like you

We're proud to support the communities we work in across the UK. Every year, we take part in a number of local and national fundraising activities, forming close relationships with many of our charity partners.

Passionate about Community &amp; CSR

EDI is very important to us, both as an employer and a recruitment business. Find out more.

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<p>Flexible recruitment solutions to exceed your expectations.</p> <p>Extensive UK network.</p> <p>Innovative technology systems making life easier to connect.</p> <p>Part of the multi-national Synergie Group, enabling true international reach with networks in over 17 countries.</p>

Local. National. Global.

<p>Part of the Synergie Group operating in 17 countries worldwide.</p><p>A leader in global human resources management — placing 70,000 job seekers into work every week.</p><ul class="list-lines"><li>€3B turnover</li><li>Over 800 branches</li><li>5,000 employees</li></ul>

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<h2>At S&amp;You Specialist Recruitment, our mission is to connect exceptional leaders and tech innovators with industry-leading organisations. </h2> <p>Whether you’re aiming for a board-level position or a breakthrough in the tech sector, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our vision is to challenge the norms of recruitment by placing diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, enhancing the lives of everyone we work with.</p> <p>S&You is your dedicated partner whether you’re looking to recruit top-tier talent or seeking your role. Our flexible approach to recruitment ensures that our clients and candidates always come first.</p><a class="button button_red button_arrow button_curve " href="/about/">Learn more</a>

Placing hundreds of candidates in Senior Executive and Non-Executive roles across Wales and the UK. 

<h2>At S&You Specialist Recruitment, we connect top tech talent with industry-leading organisations. </h2> <p> Specialising in data, cyber security, automation, and artificial intelligence, we help innovators and experts find the right opportunities in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

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<h3>Working in partnership</h3><p>We build lasting relationships between candidates &amp; business. Our goal is to gain an in depth understanding of each client’s culture, hiring needs and expectations, allowing us to effectively screen candidates and present only the strongest applicants – making the entire process as efficient and painless as possible for you.</p><p>Honesty drives partnerships: The foundation of our success lies in the strong, long-lasting relationships we forge with employers and job seekers because of our transparent and trusted approach.</p><a class="button button_red button_arrow button_curve " href="/#">Learn more</a>

<h2>Working in partnership</h2><p>We build lasting relationships between candidates and business. Our goal is to gain an in depth understanding of each client’s culture, hiring needs and expectations, allowing us to effectively screen candidates and present only the strongest applicants – making the entire process as efficient and painless as possible for you.</p><p>Honesty drives partnerships: The foundation of our success lies in the strong, long-lasting relationships we forge with employers and job seekers because of our transparent and trusted approach.</p><a class="button button_red button_arrow button_curve " href="/partnerships/">Learn more</a>

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Powering careers in data, cyber security, automation & AI.

<p>Building careers, driving business success, fulfilling ambitions, and transforming lives.</p>

At S&You, we believe that there's more to recruitment than just filling vacancies.

   <h4>                 Our vision is to challenge norms and enhance the lives of all                 those we come into contact with by placing diversity and                 inclusion at the heart of everything we do.               </h4>               <p>                 We’re leaders in our industry, and we're always looking for                 talented people to join us and contribute to our success. With                 big plans to expand and grow, Acorn is an exciting place to be —                 so if you’re hardworking, entrepreneurial and passionate, we                 want to talk to you.Our vision is to challenge norms and enhance                 the lives of all those we come into contact with by placing                 diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.               </p>

<p><span data-contrast="none">Acorn by Synergie is looking for a Telehandler Driver in Crediton, Devon for long term work starting Monday 28th July.</span></p><p><span data-contrast="none">This is on a Housing site in the Crediton area.</span></p><p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Required:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:165,&quot;335559739&quot;:165,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}"> </span></strong></p><ul><li>CPCS Card or Npors.</li><li>Full PPE (Hard hat, steel toe-capped boots, Hi-vis, gloves &amp; goggles).</li><li>Demonstrate previous experience within construction.</li><li>Be reliable and consistent.</li></ul><p><strong>Offered:</strong></p><ul><li>£22 an hour - cis available.</li><li>Temp to perm work.</li><li>7:30-5:00 Monday to Friday.</li><li>Parking on site.</li></ul><p><span data-contrast="none">If you are interested, contact Millie in the Acorn by Synergie Bristol office!</span></p><p>Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.</p>

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