After completing a degree in Philosophy at the University of Sussex, Patrick joined Akkar as a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Since then, he has played a central role in developing the business in key industries and technical areas, such as Autonomous Driving and Robotics.

Currently a Recruitment Manager, he leads the team of specialists who recruit for highly-coveted and niche skillsets in AI and autonomy software, in addition to a personal focus on technical sales within target markets.

Fundamental to Patrick’s approach to work is the emphasizing of the ‘human’ in ‘human capital’; offering clients and candidates a tailored, nuanced, down-to-earth and professional service that carefully considers the unique strengths and challenges of both individuals and businesses.

Katy launched her career in recruitment after completing a degree in English Literature & Language, initially specializing in RPO recruitment within the graduate sector. Her experience in RPO recruitment provided her with a comprehensive understanding of how businesses manage talent attraction and recruitment processes. She played a key role in revising and designing interview materials based on company competencies and specific job roles.

Over nearly seven years, Katy advanced through various roles, gaining a wealth of expertise in recruitment strategy and client management. She is now the Head of Account Management at Akkar, where she leads efforts to deliver outstanding service to key accounts. Katy is driven by a commitment to client satisfaction, ensuring Akkar consistently meets its promises and delivers services to the highest standard.

Having studied a Philosophy undergraduate at the University of Sheffield, Jon joined Akkar three years ago as the first member of the Supply Chain & Manufacturing team. He leads a team of consultants and specialists focused on niche areas including Quality Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing and Procurement.

Jon has been instrumental in diversifying Akkar further into the automotive supplier base and aligned industries through delivering for clients in eVTOL, automotive semiconductors, EV batteries & supercapacitors. His current day-to-day focuses on account management, new business development and search assignments for senior leadership positions in supply chain and manufacturing for his clients.

Isabella leads Akkar’s Embedded Systems recruitment team, providing expertise in global headhunting of specialist engineers across embedded domains including software, hardware, operating systems & connectivity. She is passionate about contributing to the emerging technological advancements across vehicle electrification and connectivity.

By using a rigorous search methodology, the Embedded Systems team consistently secures successful hires, fulfilling growth plans for niche skillsets in locations across Europe, Asia and North America. Isabella joined Akkar in 2020 after graduating from the University of Sussex with a Bachelor of Arts – History.

Elle joined Akkar in 2020 after a number of years working within the Formula One and other pro-sporting events managing travel, visas and operations. Elle specialises in the global relocation of high-profile talent, ensuring they are in the right place at the right time to perform.

Elle has been instrumental in supporting Akkar’s growth into global mobility, utilizing her knowledge of specialist visas and relocation to facilitate the movement of engineers and specialists internationally. Since joining Akkar, Elle has developed from Global Mobility Manager, to Global Operations Manager where she now successfully manages Akkar’s international locations, builds relationships with key clients and oversees the UK headquarters’ operations team.

Abi, a CIPD level 7 qualified HR professional, is responsible for managing Akkar’s HR and internal recruitment operations. Drawing from her two-year tenure as a technical headhunting specialist in the recruitment division, Abi seamlessly integrates her unique background and expertise into Akkar’s service framework as HR Business Partner. Her primary objective is to align HR strategies with business objectives, fostering a leading workplace culture.

Central to Abi’s approach is cultivating a cohesive team dynamic founded on trust and transparency.  She firmly believes that effective business partnering entails not only providing competent strategic guidance, but doing so with a nuanced blend of human-centricity and commercialism.

Abi joined Akkar in early 2021, after graduating from the University of Sussex, where she earned a Distinction in MSc Human Resource Management.

Callum is a veteran in the premium staffing and HR services sector, previously working for a number of leading recruitment organizations in London. He set up Akkar in 2014 as an answer to the need for a headhunting specialist that provided targeted search solutions for engineering clients.

As CEO, Callum sets the strategic direction of the business which since 2019 has included a US-based subsidiary, Akkar Inc. Alongside international expansion, Callum has launched new offerings and services which has lead to Akkar becoming one of the fastest growing businesses in the UK.

Fundamental to Callum’s approach to leading Akkar is the focus on developing talented people and instilling a positive culture, which is where the true success of the business is.

Daniel joined Akkar in 2023 with over a decade of expertise in the financial industry. With a dynamic career spanning across a multitude of financial sectors, including asset management, pensions, financial advisory services and corporate finance, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of financial management.

Daniel spearheads the organization’s financial operations and provides insights through financial planning and analysis, cashflow management, budgeting, and system implementation to assist business leaders in charting the strategic course of the company towards its financial objectives.