Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner for Product, Marketing & Commercial Leadership Roles
Founded in 2002, Intelligent People has established itself as a leading recruitment agency specialising in product management, product design, UX, marketing, and commercial leadership recruitment. Our boutique approach combines over two decades of market expertise with a collaborative and ethical ethos, delivering retained executive search, permanent contingency recruitment, and contract/interim placements across the UK and internationally. We prioritise understanding client needs and candidate aspirations to ensure optimal matches, supported by a dedicated team of consultants who manage end-to-end recruitment processes.Our commitment extends beyond placements through initiatives like our product management mentorship scheme, which fosters professional growth and community engagement. We also partner with Tree-Nation to plant 20 trees per candidate placement, aligning our services with environmental sustainability efforts.
Services
Product management recruitment
Marketing recruitment
eCommerce recruitment
Executive search
Contract placements
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of specialist recruitment expertise in product management and marketing.
- Our consultants manage end-to-end recruitment processes with tailored strategies.
- We maintain a global network of high-calibre candidates across B2B and B2C sectors.
- Our ethical approach prioritises long-term relationships over single placements.
- We support environmental sustainability through our partnership with Tree-Nation.
What people say
Brilliant executive search
Highly professional team
Excellent talent matches
Responsive and supportive
Deep industry knowledge
Services
Product management recruitment
We specialise in placing experienced and executive-level product management candidates within scale-up and enterprise B2B and B2C brands. Our consultants understand market trends, salary expectations, and lead times to ensure optimal matches. Clients benefit from our extensive network and tailored search strategies.
Marketing recruitment
Our marketing recruitment service connects employers with high-calibre professionals across all digital and traditional marketing disciplines. We focus on executive-level placements, leveraging our 20+ years of industry expertise to identify candidates with the right strategic and operational skills for B2B and B2C brands.
Executive search
We conduct retained executive searches for C-suite and senior commercial leadership roles, combining thorough candidate profiling with global outreach. Our process includes employer branding advice, salary benchmarking, and assessment to secure leaders who align with organisational culture and strategic goals.
Contract placements
Our contract/interim recruitment service provides flexible resourcing solutions for short-term projects and critical roles. We maintain a responsive network of experienced professionals, ensuring rapid deployment without compromising on candidate quality or cultural fit for businesses across sectors.
Product mentorship scheme
We offer a free product management mentorship programme connecting professionals with experienced mentors globally. Participants gain access to networking opportunities, skill-building resources, and practical guidance to advance their careers in product management through structured mentoring relationships and online support.
People
Doug Conely
Recruitment Consultant
With over 15 years in recruitment, Doug specialises in product management and commercial leadership roles. He builds long-term client relationships through tailored strategies and market insights, focusing on candidate experience and retention.
Chris Webster
Senior Recruiter
Chris has placed numerous executives in product and marketing roles since joining Intelligent People in 2010. His expertise spans B2B and B2C sectors, with a focus on aligning candidate aspirations with organisational goals for lasting placements.
Questions
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide retained executive search, permanent contingency recruitment, and contract/interim placements for product management, marketing, and commercial leadership roles.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we place candidates globally, with a focus on B2B and B2C brands across the UK and internationally.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous screening process includes experience verification, skills assessment, and cultural fit evaluation to match candidates with client needs.
Are there fees for candidates?
No, our services are free for candidates. We focus on building relationships to connect talent with suitable opportunities.
