first2group

First2group is a recruitment company that has revolutionised how modern recruiters build their careers and businesses. Founded on the principle that high-performing recruiters deserve flexibility and support, First2group offers two distinct pathways: the Recruitment Accelerator programme, which provides investment, tools, expertise and technology to help entrepreneurs start and scale their own recruitment consultancy, and Recruitment Unplugged, which enables individual recruiters to work independently whilst retaining 100% ownership of their business. With over 15 years of industry experience, the company combines hands-on mentorship with practical infrastructure to support its partners at every stage of their journey.

First2group specialises in supporting recruitment businesses across all sectors and specialisations. The company has backed and exited 26 businesses, generated over £19 million in collective revenue, and works with more than 3,000 clients. Their expertise spans the full spectrum of recruitment, from permanent and temporary placements to executive search and specialist talent acquisition. The team, led by James and Murali, brings deep knowledge of what it takes to build profitable, sustainable recruitment operations in today's market.

Based in Manchester with a presence in London, First2group serves recruitment professionals and entrepreneurs across the United Kingdom. The company's success is built on a proven track record of supporting founders like those behind BTG Recruitment, Londinium Recruitment, and Cubiq Recruitment, all of whom have scaled rapidly with First2group's backing and ongoing practical advice. Clients choose First2group for their unrivalled commitment to business success, their extensive industry knowledge, and their hands-on approach to supporting partners through every challenge and opportunity.