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Phaidon International is a global talent partner operating across 14+ locations, 6 specialist industries, and 3 continents—all built from a single London office founded in 2004. Today, we exist to solve one of the biggest business challenges worldwide: finding exceptional talent. As a Recruitment Consulting, you’ll join a business built on growth, ambition, and performance. We hire people for their drive over experience and give them world class tools to build a high impact career from day one—including award winning training, global mobility opportunities, and a clear, meritocratic career path.

Who we are

Phaidon International is powered by 6 sector‑specific brands. That means you get to build a career shaped around your strengths and interests, while becoming an industry expert in a space that genuinely excites you.

You’ll partner with global companies every day, giving you the platform to grow your confidence, sharpen your commercial skillset, and build a career that’s entirely your own.

So, what sector speaks to you most?

Financial Sciences & Services

Dive into the world of markets, fintech, and high‑impact banking. Work with global financial giants on roles that shape the future of finance.

Energy & Infrastructure

Support the experts engineering safer cities and sustainable energy solutions. Think structural innovation, renewables, and real‑world impact.

Supply Chain

From EVs to life‑saving medical devices—help companies keep the world moving. Explore planning, logistics, operations, and everything in between.

Life Sciences

Make a difference by supporting organizations driving medical breakthroughs. Every placement contributes to better health outcomes globally.

Technology

Step into AI, cyber, and nextgen software. Partner with major tech players shaping how the world works, connects, and innovates.

Regulatory & Legal

Help steer the future of governance and compliance. Connect legal experts with organizations navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Values & Culture

Our values reflect what is important to us as an organization, as a team and as individuals. They go far beyond just words. They are the belief system that provides the framework for everything we do.

Our Values

Benefits

  • Base salary + uncapped commission
  • Training: You will be developed through our 12-month Academy Programme to focus on key milestones to reach to set you up for success.
  • Growth: Access to further sales training, management and leadership development.
  • Benefits: From gym discounts, generous vacation allowance and leading healthcare benefits.
  • Recognition based awards: Quarterly 'Lunch Clubs' - a chance to dine at some of the finest restaurants in the area, paid company incentive trips.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Our commitment to our employees is simple. We create an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive—no exceptions. We will work thoughtfully, tirelessly and with the guidance of our own people, to provide a framework within Phaidon International where your ambitions can be exceeded.

Equality

Everyone gets an equal chance to grow, succeed, and make an impact—your background never limits your opportunities.

Diversity

We celebrate differences—culture, identity, experiences, and perspectives. It’s what makes our teams stronger and more innovative.

Inclusion

We build a workplace where every voice is heard, and people feel confident bringing their whole selves to work.

How We Live It

  • Fair hiring & promotion: Decisions are based on merit, not bias.
  • Zero‑tolerance for discrimination: We act - always.
  • Partnering for impact: We support clients in creating inclusive processes and proudly track progress on diverse placements.
  • Focus areas: Gender balance & ethnic diversity - where we know we can create the biggest positive change.

Personal Development

You’ll join our structured 12‑Month Training Academy, designed to take you from graduate to high‑performing consultant.

In your first three months, you’ll learn the fundamentals of sourcing, sales, qualification and desk strategy through our intensive Phaidon Academy. Between months four and six, you’ll build core commercial skills, strengthen client and candidate relationships, and develop your personal brand. As you progress into months seven to nine, you’ll refine your interviewing, debriefing and account‑management capabilities while receiving regular recognition and coaching. In your final quarter, you’ll focus on scaling performance through advanced BD and relationship‑building, graduating into our Experienced Sales pathway with the confidence and resilience to succeed.

Applications Process

Interested in kick-starting your career? Submit your application via our website.

Successful applicants are invited to complete our AI interview which will be assessed by our TA team after receiving it. Upon passing the assessment, applicants will have an initial interview with our talent team and then be invited into our London office for a final assessment.

People at Phaidon
People at Phaidon
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Awards

Best Company Culture 2021

Best Company Culture 2021

Best Company Culture 2021

Best Company - Perks & Benefits 2021

Best Company - Perks & Benefits 2021

Best Company - Perks & Benefits 2021

Best Company for Diversity 2021

Best Company for Diversity 2021

Best Company for Diversity 2021

Staffing Industry Analysts - Best Staffing Firms to work for 2022

Staffing Industry Analysts - Best Staffing Firms to work for 2022

Staffing Industry Analysts - Best Staffing Firms to work for 2022

Great Place to Work - Apr 2023 - Apr 2024

Great Place to Work - Apr 2023 - Apr 2024

Great Place to Work - Apr 2023 - Apr 2024

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