Why Our Backing Is a Vote of Confidence in Your Business Ability

As a recruiter, you already have the skills and knowledge to succeed in your field. But you might not have the confidence to take the leap and start your own recruitment business. At Hilton Lord, we believe that starting a recruitment business isn’t about recruitment! Or it’s only partly about recruitment. It’s also about demonstrating you have business ability to grow and lead a company, whether it is a solo endeavour or you dream of managing a team. That’s why we’re selective about who we partner with. This selectivity is a sign of confidence in your potential, and a clear validation that we believe you have what it takes to succeed.

Why We Only Choose a Few

At Hilton Lord, we pride ourselves on our selective approach. We’re not interested in backing just anyone. We’re looking for the right fit. Every year, we talk to around 100 experienced recruiters, but we only choose to back 5 of them. This selectivity is based on a deep understanding of what works and what doesn’t in building a recruitment business. That knowledge helps us recognise your business ability and potential for growth.

After more than 16 years of investing in recruitment start-ups, we’ve refined our process to know what qualities make someone successful in launching their own business. The recruiters we choose are those who show resilience, drive, and the ability to take ownership. These qualities are what make a strong business leader, and that’s why we believe in their success.

What We’ve Learned About Who Succeeds

When we first started backing recruiters, we didn’t get everything right. Like any business, we made mistakes, and we quickly learned from them. Over the years, we’ve refined our selection process to ensure that we’re backing the recruiter with the business ability to really thrive.

In the early days, we didn’t fully understand the qualities that set successful business owners apart. But through trial and error, we discovered the traits that matter most. We’ve learned that the right partners are driven, highly motivated, and passionate about building something of their own. They also understand that success doesn’t come overnight; it’s the product of hard work, persistence, and a willingness to learn from challenges.

Now, when we select someone to partner with, we know they have the qualities necessary to build a successful business.

Backing is More Than Just Financial Support

While financial backing is an important part of our partnership, it’s not the only thing we offer. When Hilton Lord backs a recruiter, we are investing in their business ability and ensuring they have the resources, support, and infrastructure to grow and succeed.

From the moment we partner with a recruiter, we provide everything they need to get started, from legal and financial support to marketing and technology. We take care of the back office, so our partners can focus on building their client base and recruiting talent. But more than that, we invest our time and expertise to guide them through the ups and downs of business ownership. And that support really helps. Research shows that 70% of small businesses that have the support of an advisor survive for 5 years or more.

Our support is a genuine belief in your business ability and your potential to succeed. We partner with you because we know you have what it takes to build something lasting.

How Being Chosen is Validation of Your Potential

We only back a few recruiters each year because we see something in them. We believe in their potential, and we know they can succeed with the right support. If we’ve chosen to back you, it’s because we believe you have the necessary skills, drive, and business ability to succeed.

As a Hilton Lord partner, you gain access to a network of successful business owners and recruiters who’ve been where you are. You’ll receive expert advice and operational support, but more importantly, you’ll receive the confidence that comes with knowing that Hilton Lord supports you. That’s a powerful signal that you have what it takes, and it’s something that will help propel you forward, especially during the challenging moments.

But don’t just take our word for it.

We’ve helped plenty of recruiters like you take the plunge and build businesses of all shapes and sizes. Read what they have to say about our support here.

These stories are just a few examples of the pride and reassurance our partners feel knowing that Hilton Lord believes in their potential. The confidence and validation they’ve gained has played a significant role in their continued growth.

Belief in Your Potential, Belief in Your Success

At Hilton Lord, we give you the tools to build your business. And we give you the confidence and validation that comes with knowing we’re behind you every step of the way.