Over the last 8 years we have worked with 200 scale ups backed by the world’s top investors. We built the Sherpa method to create a predictable approach to hiring at scale. 

We hired the founding teams and key roles for six companies that have become unicorns
Zego, Airwallex, Chainalysis PayFit UK OakNorth Bank and Trivago

Our approach

[Embedded / Founder-first] 

Scaling and hiring at speed can rapidly overwhelm any start-up. Our embedded, experienced team takes the helm on all aspects of hiring, ensuring you find the right talent while freeing you to focus on what matters.

[Data-driven / Expert-led]

Honed through years of close partnership with scaleups and founders, our research-led, data-driven methodology creates the clarity you need to make confident hiring decisions. Our systematic approach makes it easy to compare candidates on the metrics that matter, reducing the risk of mis-hires.

[Sector specific / Candidate sensitive]

Most embedded consultancies are mid level generalists, meaning they lack the specialist knowledge to provide the team you need to scale. We focus only on high growth start-ups, and our accumulated experience allows us to assess and bring you talent that will perform for you.  We care deeply about candidate experience and building diverse and balanced teams.

[Cost-effective / Investor-conscious]

Recruitment is vital, but % fees eat away at your resources - and your runway. Our flat-fee approach means you know exactly what you’re paying.