Building the World's Most Personal Recruitment Consultancy.
Humankind has been selected for the Culture 100 Award, earning them the title of 'Most Loved Company To Work For 2025' for their exceptional employee experience.
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Imagine a recruitment experience that actually feels…human. Where you're not just a number or a CV, but a person with unique ambitions and aspirations. That's the world Humankind Global Recruitment is building. They're not just filling jobs; they're forging meaningful connections, rewriting the rules of recruitment one interaction at a time. Humankind is betting on empathy, and their philosophy is elegantly simple: treat others as you would want to be treated. It’s a radical idea in a world of automated applications and generic responses. For Humankind, this means prioritising clear communication, providing genuinely helpful advice, and consistently delivering on their promises. It’s about putting people first, always.
This people-first ethos isn't just a marketing tagline; it's the driving force behind their internal culture. They understand that there are no clients without the talented individuals who partner with them. This understanding fuels a company culture that values fairness, honesty, transparency, and, crucially, fun.
“We want to create a high-performance environment where success is expected, where it becomes the norm, but where everyone has fun achieving it.”
This isn't just wishful thinking; it's a core principle. They believe that a supportive and enjoyable work environment is essential for achieving exceptional results. They’re even introducing a "happiness index" to track employee sentiment and proactively address any emerging issues, ensuring the team's well-being remains a top priority.
Operating as a close-knit team, not a collection of individuals helps create a sense of unity built on shared beliefs and values, ensuring a consistently high standard of service and a truly supportive internal culture. They believe that their internal dynamics directly impact how they interact with clients and candidates, creating a seamless and positive experience for everyone.
This philosophy is reflected in their talent acquisition strategy. They seek individuals who embody honesty, integrity, drive, and ambition. Leaders at Humankind lead by example, encouraging the team to live their shared values and actively showcase this in their work. They also seek external feedback from candidates and clients to ensure their culture and approach are resonating in the real world.
Humankind believes potential employees should have a genuine understanding of who they are and what they stand for before they even have a formal interview. Team involvement in the interview process provides candidates with invaluable insight into the company’s culture. Once onboard, new team members are given the same opportunities for growth and development as everyone else, with guidance, support, and training to help them achieve their personal and professional goals.
With a leadership team boasting over fifty years of combined experience in specialist professional recruitment, Humankind brings a deep understanding of the industry to the table. This expertise allows them to respond quickly and effectively to the ever-changing needs of the market, resourcing a wide range of roles across multiple sectors while always maintaining their human-centered approach.
Why Culture 100?
Humankind’s commitment to building a people-first business, their unwavering focus on transparency and open communication, and their dedication to creating a supportive workplace make them a deserving recipient of the Culture 100 award. C100 celebrates growing UK companies that understand that employee well-being isn't just a perk; it's a fundamental driver of business success.
The Culture 100 process is thorough, combining detailed applications with in-depth employee surveys that capture the authentic employee experience. These surveys use open-ended questions and eNPS scoring to provide a comprehensive view of a company's culture. For Humankind, this recognition validates their core belief: that by putting people first, they create a better experience for everyone involved—candidates, clients, and their own team.