Why Zachary Daniels
RECRUITMENT THAT UNDERSTANDS YOUR BUSINESS. AND THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT WORK.
Finding the right people shouldn’t be harder than it needs to be.
You need a recruitment partner who understands your industry, knows where to find the right talent and takes the time to understand what your business actually needs.
That’s where we come in.
At Zachary Daniels, we specialise in recruitment for retail, consumer, lifestyle and multisite businesses. From Store Managers and specialist head office professionals to executive leadership, we connect businesses with people who can make a difference.
We’ve been doing it since 2012. And while the businesses we support and the roles we recruit for have grown, our approach hasn’t changed.
We listen. We understand. We deliver.
We Know Your World
Retail is where we started. It’s shaped how we think, how we recruit and how we work with our clients.
Many of our consultants have worked in the sectors they now recruit for. They’ve managed stores, led teams and worked across specialist retail and head office functions.
That experience matters.
It means we understand the pressures of running a store, the challenges of building a buying team and the importance of finding leaders who can deliver commercially while bringing people with them.
We know that a Store Manager for a luxury boutique needs a different skill set from someone managing a high-volume retail operation. That recruiting for a growing ecommerce brand brings different challenges from hiring for an established multisite business.
And that the right person on paper isn’t always the right person for your business.
We recruit across fashion, luxury, beauty, lifestyle, home, FMCG, sports, consumer goods and many other specialist markets.
Whatever your sector, we take the time to understand what makes your business different.
FROM SHOP FLOOR TO BOARDROOM
Your recruitment needs don’t stop at one department. Neither do we.
We support businesses across Retail Operations, Head Office and senior leadership, giving you access to specialist recruitment expertise across your organisation.
Retail Operations
The people who lead your stores, develop your teams and deliver the customer experience.
From Store Managers and Area Managers to Concession Managers, Visual Merchandisers and Retail Directors, we understand what it takes to succeed on the shop floor and across a wider store network.
Store Management
Head Office & Specialist Functions
The people behind your products, brand, operations and commercial performance.
We recruit across Buying & Merchandising, Product, Design & Technical, Marketing & Brand, Digital & Ecommerce, Finance, HR, Technology, Supply Chain and other specialist functions.
ZD Search
The leaders who shape the future of your business.
Through ZD Search, we support executive, board and senior leadership appointments across retail and consumer businesses, finding people with the experience, judgement and vision to make a lasting impact.
One recruitment partner. Expertise across your business.
ZD Search
The Numbers Behind The Network
We’ve spent more than a decade building relationships with businesses and professionals across retail and consumer markets.
Those relationships give us the knowledge, connections and reach to support your recruitment, whether you’re making one specialist appointment or building an entire team.
20,000+ Placements Made
Supporting businesses across retail, consumer and ecommerce.
390,000+ Candidates in Our Network
Giving you access to a broad pool of talent across specialist functions and sectors.
25,000+ Monthly Website Visitors
Connecting us with professionals exploring their next career opportunity.
14+ Years of Experience
Building specialist knowledge and long-term relationships since 2012.
Regional, National & International Reach
With offices across the UK and Ireland, supporting businesses locally and beyond.
But the numbers only tell part of the story.
What matters is how we use that experience and network to find the right people for you.
WE DON’T JUST SEND CVS. WE GET TO KNOW YOUR BUSINESS.
Good recruitment starts long before the first candidate is introduced.
We want to understand your business, the team someone will be joining and what you need them to achieve.
That means asking questions, listening properly and sometimes challenging the brief if we think there’s a better way to approach the search.
Our process is straightforward.
We Listen First
We take the time to understand the vacancy, your business and what success looks like. Not just the responsibilities on a job description, but the experience, personality and potential that will make someone right for your team.
We Know Where to Look
Our established networks and proactive search approach help us reach candidates who aren’t necessarily applying for jobs.
That means you’re not limited to the people actively looking for their next move.
We Focus on Quality
You don’t need a pile of CVs. You need a shortlist of people worth meeting.
We focus on identifying candidates whose experience, skills and ambitions align with what you’re looking for.
We Keep You Informed
Clear communication matters. We keep you updated throughout the process, share relevant market feedback and help you make informed decisions.
We Think Beyond the Placement
Filling the vacancy is important. Finding someone who will contribute to your business over time is what really matters.
It’s a simple approach. But doing the basics properly makes a difference.
More Than Recruitment
Sometimes the biggest challenge isn’t finding candidates. It’s knowing what the market looks like, how to position a role or where the right people might be.
That’s why our support goes beyond recruitment.
Talent Insights & Market Data
Understanding candidate availability, market conditions and the challenges influencing recruitment across your sector.
Salary Benchmarking & Role Positioning
Helping you understand salary expectations and position opportunities competitively to attract the people you need.
Market Mapping & Competitor Insight
Identifying where relevant talent sits, understanding competitor activity and helping you approach the market with greater confidence.
Hiring Strategy Support
From refining a job brief to reviewing recruitment processes, we can help you make decisions that improve the way you attract and appoint talent.
We also share specialist salary guides, industry insights and opportunities for HR and business leaders to connect through our In Good Company events.
Because being a good recruitment partner means being useful before, during and beyond the hire.
BUILT DIFFERENTLY. FOR THE LONG TERM.
In 2022, Zachary Daniels became an employee-owned business.
That means the people behind ZD have a genuine stake in the business and its future.
For our clients, it reinforces something we’ve always believed in: doing recruitment properly, taking responsibility for the work we do and building relationships that last.
We’re not interested in treating every vacancy as a transaction.
We want to understand your business, support your growth and become the recruitment partner you can turn to when you need us.
Some of our client relationships have lasted more than a decade.
That’s the kind of partnership we’re interested in building.
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
From growing independent businesses to some of the most recognisable names in retail and consumer markets, we’ve supported organisations at different stages of their journey.
Our experience includes working with brands such as Selfridges, Prada, Hugo Boss, River Island, Reiss, Boots, Wickes, Castore and many more.
Different businesses. Different challenges. The same commitment to finding the right people.
And we’re proud of the feedback we receive from the people we work with.
Whether it’s a business looking for a difficult-to-fill appointment or a candidate making an important career move, we want the experience to be professional, straightforward and personal.
RECRUITMENT THAT FITS YOUR BUSINESS
No two businesses have exactly the same hiring requirements.
You might need one experienced Store Manager. A complete team for a new location. Specialist head office talent. Or a senior leader to support your next stage of growth.
Our recruitment solutions are designed around what you’re trying to achieve.
Permanent Hiring
Finding experienced professionals who can make a lasting contribution to your business.
New Store Openings
Supporting recruitment for new retail locations, from store leadership to wider management and operational teams.
Startup & Scaleup Recruitment
Helping growing businesses build the teams and leadership structures they need as they develop.
Embedded Recruitment
Additional recruitment support when you need greater capacity, specialist expertise or a more integrated approach.
Growing Online Brands
Recruiting the ecommerce, digital, commercial and operational talent behind growing online businesses.
International Expansion
Supporting businesses expanding into or out of the UK with the specialist people needed to enter new markets.
Whatever the challenge, we’ll help you find an approach that works for your business.
PEOPLE MATTER. SO DOES HOW WE FIND THEM.
We believe good recruitment should create opportunities and help businesses build stronger teams.
That means looking beyond the obvious candidates, widening talent pools and supporting fair, consistent hiring decisions.
We focus on skills, experience and potential, helping businesses access people from different backgrounds and make informed appointments.
We also believe in giving something back.
Through our partnership with Ecologi, we fund the planting of a tree for every placement we make, with more than 20,000 trees funded to date.
It’s one more way we’re working to make a positive difference.
We change lives. One position at a time.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why choose Zachary Daniels as your recruitment partner?
We combine specialist retail and consumer sector knowledge with an established candidate network and a relationship-led recruitment approach. We take time to understand your business and focus on finding people who can contribute over the long term.
What industries does Zachary Daniels recruit for?
We recruit across retail, consumer, lifestyle and multisite businesses, including fashion, luxury, beauty, home, sports, FMCG, consumer goods and other specialist markets.
What types of roles can Zachary Daniels recruit for?
We recruit across Retail Operations, Head Office and senior leadership, including Store Managers, Buyers, Merchandisers, Marketing professionals, Ecommerce specialists, HR and Finance teams, and executive appointments.
Can Zachary Daniels help with difficult-to-fill roles?
Yes. Our specialist networks and proactive search approach allow us to identify and engage relevant professionals, including candidates who aren’t actively applying for new positions.
Does Zachary Daniels offer recruitment support beyond individual vacancies?
Yes. We support businesses with permanent appointments, new store openings, team builds, embedded recruitment and specialist hiring requirements across different functions and locations.
Can Zachary Daniels provide salary benchmarking and market insights?
Yes. We provide salary benchmarking, market mapping, competitor insight and recruitment advice to help businesses understand the talent market and make informed hiring decisions.
Does Zachary Daniels recruit for senior leadership positions?
Yes. Through ZD Search, we support executive, board and senior leadership recruitment across retail and consumer businesses.
Does Zachary Daniels recruit across the UK and internationally?
Yes. With offices across the UK and Ireland, we support regional, national and international recruitment requirements.
Is Zachary Daniels an employee-owned business?
Yes. Zachary Daniels became employee-owned in 2022, reinforcing our commitment to long-term relationships, accountability and doing recruitment properly.
How do I start working with Zachary Daniels?
Simply get in touch and tell us about your recruitment requirements. We’ll discuss your business, the roles you’re looking to fill and the best approach to finding the right people.
Ready to talk?
Let’s Find the Right People for Your Business
Whether you’re making one important appointment or planning your next stage of growth, we’re here to help.
Tell us what you’re looking for, what you’re trying to achieve and where you need support.
We’ll take it from there.
Looking to recruit? Get in touch with your local office below...
London Office (South East)
16 Great Chapel St, London, W1F 8FL
Birmingham Office (Midlands)
Spaces Lewis Building, Bull Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 6AF
Warrington Office (North West)
Riverside Court, Chester Road, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6AR
Glasgow Office (Scotland)
204-206 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4HW
Belfast Office (NI & ROI)
Forsyth House, Cromac Street, Belfast, BT2 8LA
We take pride in understanding your business needs through industry knowledge. Whether you need professionals in fashion retail, e-commerce, or traditional store management, our tailored approach ensures that we find the right candidates for your needs.
