Frequently Asked Questions

We’re marketing recruitment specialists with deep expertise in the marketing world. Our consultants are ex-marketers who’ve lived the roles you’re hiring for, so we get what makes a great marketer and what makes a great marketing team excel.

We could be the right partner for you if:

• You want to tap into a network of 50,000 marketers, accessing both active and passive talent that may not be job seeking right now. 70% of our placements come from our database or referrals - not job boards.
• You value a recruiter that can help you get straight to the nitty gritty of your brief, without having to explain the basics, one that speaks your language and makes the process easy, efficient and we dare say – enjoyable!
• You value how your company brand is represented in market and want someone that knows how to present your opportunity in the best light to deliver the best results. 
• You want a consultative recruitment partner, not a transactional one. Our high-touch service and values-led approach prioritises quality results and insights every step of the recruitment journey. We value our partnerships over the long-term, it’s no surprise our first clients from back in 2008 are still our clients today.
• You want early access to an annual salary and market insights guide to help you attract and retain the best marketing talent – get exclusive insights into what marketers want, value, salary benchmarks along with what other companies are doing when it comes to hybrid working policies and more.

We recruit across the full marketing spectrum—from brand, digital, content, and CRM roles to performance marketing and agency account service. We also work on leadership positions like Head of Marketing, General Manager, Marketing and CMO. Check out the roles we recruit here. 

Yes, we have deep expertise in both. Our background working within agencies and client-side marketing teams means we can match candidates to the specific culture, pace, and skillsets needed in each environment.

Absolutely. We offer flexible solutions including permanent, contract, and freelance placements - ideal for parental leave cover, urgent projects, or interim leadership. We also offer payroll solutions.

We work across all industries—from retail and FMCG to financial services, tech, education, property, NFP and more. Our strength lies in understanding marketing functions across all business types and knowing who will be the best fit.

Timelines vary by role, but thanks to our established talent pool and streamlined process, we can often present top candidates within 48 - 72 hours for contract roles and 5 - 10 business days for permanent searches. You’ll receive a detailed timeline at the start of the process based on your brief and search required and if you have specific deadlines to work to, let us know and we can be flexible.

Our recruitment process is designed to be consultative, efficient, and tailored to your needs.

We begin with a discovery session to understand your business and goals. From there, we craft a reverse brief and once approved, begin to approach our trusted network of marketers, while also investing in targeted paid advertising and marketing to reach the right candidates. We conduct in-depth interviews to assess skills, motivations, and cultural fit - discover the iknowho difference knowing marketing specialists have completed the first round for you! You'll receive a handpicked shortlist with detailed candidate presentations, always prioritising quality over quantity. Our team supports you through every stage from interviews and feedback to offer negotiation, reference checks and onboarding, ensuring a smooth and successful hire.

Yes, we regularly assist hiring managers with shaping the role, writing job descriptions, and even developing interview tasks that assess marketing-specific skills.

Over 70% of our placements come from our existing network or referrals which is constantly growing. We engage passive candidates directly through our database of 50,000+ marketers and long-term relationships built over 17 years. As marketers, it’s no surprise we also invest heavily in both paid and organic marketing campaigns to ensure each job opportunity is shared with the right people through multiple channels across eDM, socials, LinkedIn, Seek and industry publications. Each brief will have a tailored candidate attraction strategy, including headhunting.  

We take time to understand your Employer Value Proposition and tailor our pitch to candidates to align with what marketers value. We represent your brand as if it were our own with award winning candidate experiences and ensure confidentiality with a professional approach.

We offer flexible fee structures depending on the role type and level of engagement. Get in touch for a tailored proposal—your first consultation is complimentary and no-obligation.