DNA Recruit
Key Info
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Business Equity
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Closed Xmas & New Year
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CSR
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Established 10+ years
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Flexible working hours
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Sabbatical
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100% Remote
What Hunted says
Established in 2008, DNA Recruit operate a remote working policy with a swanky HQ in Kings Cross. They are a dynamic recruitment, search and career consultancy covering client services, planning and strategy, creative, technology, marketing and project management. DNA offer sabbatical after 3 years and individual training if you ever feel you need support.
One Size Doesn't Fit All.
We are a dynamic recruitment, search and career consultancy for the marketing and advertising industry in London, throughout the UK and around the globe. Permanent, Contract and Interim roles. Our uniquely honest and personal approach sees candidates, clients and employees as people, and jobs as careers. That’s why we connect with everyone we work with - to create real relationships, that last.
Natasha mid-board meeting
Our Story.
Founded in 2008 with roots in marketing, the business has grown to be dedicated to making a difference to people's lives by placing emphasis on value and trust in relationships. We are now one of the first recruitment agencies in our sector to adopt a fully functional Remote working model, with consultants based in London, South & North England, Home Counties, Amsterdam and South Africa. You work, where you want to work!
Bonuses.
Quarter's highest biller? we'll treat you [and your partner] to an all expenses dinner. Year's highest biller? we'll cover your travel and accommodation for a weekend break. Spot bonuses - beyond consultants we contribute to those who contribute to the success of the company. Introduction? founded in the power of network, we encourage recommendations and pay £250 for successful placements.
Sarah
Training.
We are committed to training our staff and provide internal and external coaching to assist in reaching career goals. We understand the importance of CPD and work in partnership with the training team at APSCo to provide everything from Recruitment Basics, through to Leadership and Management training.
The Perks.
Flexi work scheme - Remote working Mobile phone expensed 22 days holiday (an extra three between xmas and new year) Extra Day off for your Birthday EMI/Share option (2+ years' service) Additional holiday for 'tying the knot' Eye tests Moving house? - additional day's holiday One month's sabbatical (3 years' service) Cycle to work scheme Paternity & maternity packages Child care vouchers TOG building amenities - lounges, bars, meeting rooms, events, membership
Cakes cakes cakes!
Out local - The Lighterman
Walking with the Wounded 2017
Behind The Scenes.
We've embraced a flexible, modern approach to working and understand the importance of work life balance. Embracing new technology to help with the recruiter toolkit. Flexible TOG office locations in London.
We Proudly Offer Our Support.
Walking With the Wounded - "helping the wounded back into work" MAA Awards (Marketing Agencies Association) - 2018 official sponsor 2018 Women of Tomorrow partner with Campaign and IPA
Our Specialisms.
Client services Planning & strategy Creative Digital & Social Brand & Design Marketing Project Management Business Development
People are both our business and our greatest asset; it's important that every employee enjoys the work that goes into achieving results. - Ali Wallace, Founder and MD
Time To Be Social.
Annual Summer and Christmas parties - December 2017 we went to experience the Chef's Table at the famous Gilbert Scott for a seven course meal and wine tasting experience. 2018 sees a planned trip to Amsterdam and other internal social events. DNA's 10th Birthday - St Patrick's Day. Yes, we're 10yrs old! Were proud to have dowered with hundred of cutting edge clients and helped move thousands of people along a new and exciting career path!"
Women of Tomorrow 2018
Ali & Natasha WoT breakfast
Team lunch
Company wellness and health
Part of working in a remote model is you get time back during the day where you may not be commuting or travelling as much as you would with a fixed office. We actively encourage you to take some of that time to look after yourself and use it for heath and wellbeing. In fact, 80% of employees at companies with robust health and wellness programs feel more engaged. We've seen levels of happiness, family time and social life increase as well as overall productivity! Perhaps you like going to the gym, walking the dog, taking music lessons? Whatever the exercise, both mental and physical, DNA supports a range of individual and group activities to promote health and wellness.
Working remotely enables me to concentrate without the buzz of a busy working office around me – when writing content/job ads etc the peace and quiet at home gives you less distractions. - Sarah
I don’t have the stress of driving to and from work each day, saving money on fuel, but more importantly the environment. - Sarah, PA (& Sister) to Ali Wallace
It has given me the flexibility to divide my time as I choose and to travel to European destinations for work and be Mum to my son Leo when he needs me. - Natasha Stark, Associate Director
Flexible working is the future and as our lives get busier it enables us to juggle our wants with our needs and our must-do’s with our want to’s. - Natasha Stark, Associate Director
Remote working has made me far more productive as I am savings three hours a day in commuting time and has made my working life far more flexible. - Jo Suter, FD
Natasha Stark, Associate Director
Runs client services desk across Advertising, Branding and Social Mum of 1 beautiful little boy and works out of Amsterdam
David Finlay, Associate Director
Runs client service desk across digital, B2B, advertising and design agencies. Dad of 1 beautiful young lady and lives in picturesque York
Sarah Wallace, PA & Sister to Ali Wallace
DNA's fountain of knowledge. Mum to 1 beautiful young lady and 3 very cute guinea pigs. Lives in Royston
Natalie Round Briano, Business Manager
Sign it, Negotiate it, Get it done! Mum to 2 beautiful children 1 with attitude and 1 with sass. Lives in West Sussex, causing chaos on the beach with 2 Saluki dogs
Ali Wallace, Founder & MD
Runs senior appointments desk across all client services and planning roles. Dad of 3 stunning children that keep him on his toes. Lover of the gym and walking his dogs Lives in Royston and loves not commuting daily to London
Jo Suter, Founder & FD
The number whizz-kid. Mum to 3 beautiful children who keep her busy baking cakes, check them out on insta that are awesome. Lives in the beautiful countryside in Royston
Mandy Swanepoel, Resourcer
Speedy, organised and efficient this is Mandy in 3 words. Mandy lives in South Africa
TOG Kings Cross
Benefits of Remote Working
Time 22 days of travel getting that time back is priceless. You can exercise, do the school run, be around in the morning with family, watch your kids concerts or matches. Money Saving £5k a year of commuting costs, why wouldn't you want to do this? Just think what you could put this money towards, School fees, paying off debts, nice holiday and the list goes on… Productivity Studies have shown that people who work from home are more productive and happier in their jobs. Flexibility Plan your week and month to work for you. All we put in the diary is a monthly team meeting in London for half a day, a zoom group meeting on a Monday and 121 on a Wednesday for half hour. Technology Thanks to cloud-based technology working remotely is easy. Video meetings so you still get face to face time, CRM system that works across your PC and mobile channels dial in tech support etc.
Business without Boarders.
Recruitment is still about relationships and making connections with people, but these can be maintained around your schedule, rather than a fixed timetable. We no longer work in a local marketplace, but a global one. DNA works with international clients and candidates to attract a diverse solution. We use the latest in video conferencing software including Skype, Face-time, Zoom and Hangouts to build these relationships.
