Moving from corporate recruitment to a culture that delivers

​After several successful years in a large corporate recruitment firm, Tom Bartip took the strategic decision to join Investigo as a Senior Consultant, specialising in Qualified Finance across the Northern Home Counties. His move was not based on impulse, but on a well-considered shift in priorities, a desire for deeper client relationships, more autonomy, and a workplace culture that genuinely values individuality and results.

Tom had built a strong foundation in the corporate world, gaining valuable experience, structure, and exposure to high-volume recruitment processes. However, as his career developed, so too did his expectations. He began to look beyond the comfort of a well-known brand name, instead focusing on what would provide long-term career growth, greater earning potential, and a more personalised approach to business development.

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Entering Investigo…

During this period of reflection, Investigo emerged as a standout. Already familiar with the brand, Tom began to take a closer look at the client relationships they had and it became clear that Investigo was not just a respected name in the market, but one that was actively partnering with the kind of organisations he wanted to work with.

His conversations with ex-colleagues confirmed what he was seeing from the outside: a company that combined strong commercial delivery with a supportive internal culture. What cemented the decision was an open and honest discussion with the leadership team, who took the time to understand his motivations and clearly outlined what success would look like at Investigo.

A game-changing move

Since joining, Tom has found the environment to be both high-performing and welcoming. From day one, he’s been supported by senior leadership through regular one-to-one check-ins and development conversations, while also being given the space and autonomy to operate in a way that plays to his strengths.

He describes the move as game-changing, not just in terms of earnings, but in overall job satisfaction, professional respect, and personal confidence. The support is there, the leadership is experienced, and the structure allows for entrepreneurial thinking without the red tape of a larger corporate setup.

Are you ready for your next move?

For recruiters currently working in large, process-heavy environments and wondering what’s next, Tom’s journey is a clear example of what’s possible with the right move. At Investigo, he’s found a business that offers the best of both worlds, the brand reputation and client access of a large firm, combined with the flexibility, culture, and entrepreneurial mindset of a boutique. Get in touch today.