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Where there is open and honest communication. When people aren’t pressured into making a decision. When recruitment is done right. High retention rates are achieved.

Having spent many years working at a FTSE listed recruitment firm, where KPIs were drummed into us and time on the phone was the measure of your performance, I knew recruitment could be better. It wasn’t until joining another firm that I saw how recruitment could be done, and I wanted there to be one more company in the industry that operates this way.

As a team, we collectively aim to exercise a positive influence on the industry we represent and, as a business, show the same commitment to your ongoing development, training and progression. This is what drives us as a business, and this is why we feel we’re different.

David Waddell, Managing Director

Reasons to join Harvey John

Collaboration

We’re proud of our 4.8-star Glassdoor ratings and our open, collaborative work culture. With flexible work options and a focus on professional growth, we create a space where our team can thrive both independently and together. At Harvey John, you’ll have access to proven strategies, the opportunity to learn from successful recruiters, extensive industry insights, and a strong market presence to support your success.

Flexibility

Whether you want to work 100% remote, hybrid, or onsite from our Head Office in Brighton (complete with a sea view) – the choice is yours! We offer the technology, infrastructure, and support for a truly flexible work approach.

Independence

We grow organically, with no external pressures on profit. We value self-motivation, trust you to bring your own ideas, and give you the freedom to work without micromanagement. You’ll be assessed on quality outputs, not KPIs, giving you the autonomy to hit targets and achieve your personal goals.

Learning & Development

Our culture thrives on a passion for learning and constant improvement. Your growth fuels ours, and we’re all in it together. Empowerment and autonomy are at the heart of what makes us great.

Benefits of working at Harvey John

Highly competitive base salary

Regular reviews and pay rise incentives.

Commission Scheme (Up to 50%)

Market-leading quarterly commission structure offering up to 50% on all billings (with no thresholds!)

Quarterly & Annual Cash Bonuses

Performance-based bonuses for hitting personal milestones.

Best Tools on the Market

Access to the best recruitment technology out there, including a LinkedIn Recruiter Licence.

Work-Life balance

Flexi-time (39 hours/week), core hours from 10 am-4 pm, early Friday finish, and flexible working options from day one (part-time or condensed hours).

Medical Benefits

Up to £2,350 of medical cover and access to a virtual GP

Hybrid/Remote Working

Proven remote and hybrid work policies in place since before the pandemic.

25+ day annual holiday

**Plus, the option to buy extra leave, sabbatical leave for long-serving staff, and extra time off at Christmas (thanks to our MD David Waddell’s festive spirit!)**

Discounts

Discounted Health Club membership and high street discounts

Flexible Pension

Choose your own scheme with employer matching up to 7% for senior staff. Make voluntary contributions, and we’ll add an extra 10% to your pension pot.

Training for your Needs

Exceptional in-house training, external coaching, access to an online portal, and additional courses based on your career goals. Senior leadership even gets an annual training budget.

More reasons to join Harvey John

It’s not all work and no play – whether it’s indulging in the finest cuisine Brighton has to offer, running 10k as a team (optional!), or showing our competitive streaks when our Independence Day comes around, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a dull moment when you join us!