Take your own path
Wander is unlike any other recruitment company out there.
We challenge the way recruitment companies operate and offer a refreshing product & process to broaden the scope of companies that can afford to use one.
We specialise with smaller, energetic brands from any sector who are looking to make a difference to the world. And with humans from all backgrounds and stages in their careers who are tied together by one thing in common: they are intent on discovery what’s truly possible.
If you want to know what you can do, but don’t know how, then we’ll find the right path for you.
We work with companies proud to be ahead of the curve
And our candidates are more than just that. They’re humans with values that define them, and possibilities they want to discover.
It’s our job to bring them together with businesses that will realise their potential and we have a whole new way of structuring our fees to those businesses that will challenge the recruitment status quo.
Richard Wilkes
THE FOUNDER
Richard believes there’s a more human way to approach business - one that connects personal values with professional ambition to unlock what’s truly possible. With over 25 years of experience in recruitment, technology and sales, he partners with founders, entrepreneurs and brands to find people who bring real value, not just a good CV.
His work isn’t only about hiring. Richard also supports individuals and leaders through one-to-one coaching - helping people gain clarity, direction and momentum in work and life. It’s a natural extension of his belief that people thrive when they’re seen, heard, and supported. If that sounds like something you’d like to explore, you can book a free initial conversation here.
Richard is currently shaping the next phase of Wander, including new projects like Wander: Local, reflecting his commitment to supporting businesses and communities from the ground up.
Outside of work, he’s at home with a camera, out in nature, watching rugby, or exploring the intersections between technology, creativity, and culture.
Our way finders
Your professional life should educate, engage and challenge you. It should take you on new paths and give you the chance to explore what’s possible.
Building a community around the candidates and brands we work with is no different. We learn something that informs our journey every day. We might take the odd wrong turn, but we’ve found that if we abide by four simple way finders – our values – then we’ll get back on track and keep heading towards fulfilling our potential.
Be authentic
We’ll never fake it, we’ll always be true to ourselves
Be responsible
We’ll keep it human, we’ll always put people first and try to leave things better than we find them
Be generous
With time, with praise, whenever and wherever needed
be adventurous
We’ll go where we’ve never been and do things we’ve never done because the unknown is inspiring
