Shrewd Hire
HR recruitment, led by HR experts. Built for better hiring decisions.
Introducing Shrewd Hire
Recruiting HR professionals isn’t simply about matching skills to a job description. It’s about understanding business needs, organisational culture, team dynamics and future growth plans. That’s why we launched Shrewd Hire.
A specialist HR recruitment service created by HR professionals who understand the profession, understand the challenges businesses face and understand the impact great HR can have on organisational success.
We find great HR people
We believe successful recruitment starts with understanding your business. Before any search begins, we take the time to understand your organisation, your people, your challenges and your ambitions.
Through our unique HR Recruitment Diagnostic, which combines recruitment expertise with experienced HR consultancy support, we help organisations identify the HR capabilities they need right now to achieve long-term success.
Why organisations choose Shrewd HR
- HR Recruitment Led by HR
- Deep Understanding of HR Roles & Team Structures
- Access to Active and Passive HR Talent
- Extentive HR Community & Professional Network
- Market Insight & Salary Benchmarking
- Candidate Assessment Beyond the CV
- Long-Term Relationship Focus
- Support Through the Wider Shrewd HR Team
Our Bespoke Recruitment diagnostic
Unlike traditional recruitment providers, our process begins with a bespoke consultative diagnostic conversation. Your initial meeting will typically involve Natalie alongside one of our experienced HR Consultants, bringing together recruitment expertise and practical HR knowledge.
Every recruitment journey will start with understanding your business first, providing a more strategic approach to HR recruitment:
1. Discovery
We take time to understand your organisation, your people, your culture and your ambitions.
2. Recruitment Diagnostic
Working alongside one of our HR Consultants, we explore role requirements, team structures and future business needs to ensure we're clear on the capability you're looking to add.
3. Search & Attraction
Using our sector knowledge, HR network and targeted search approach, we identify exceptional HR professionals who align with your organisation.
4. Selection & Assessment
We support the recruitment process through candidate screening, interview support and professional advice to help you make informed hiring decisions.
5. Partnership & Growth
Our relationship doesn't end when a candidate accepts an offer. Through the wider Shrewd HR team, we remain available to support onboarding, development, organisational growth and future people challenges.
Natalie Macpherson
Head of Shrewd Hire
Natalie is a CIPD-qualified HR professional with extensive experience supporting organisations across recruitment, HR operations and business support functions. Natalie leads Shrewd Hire and works closely with organisations to understand their needs, attract exceptional HR talent and build long-term client partnerships. Her approach reflects everything Shrewd Hire stands for: Professional expertise. Practical advice. Long-term partnerships.
Backed by the Expertise of Shrewd HR
What makes Shrewd Hire unique is the expertise behind every assignment. Alongside Natalie, our clients benefit from the support of experienced HR Consultants who bring practical expertise across workforce planning, employee relations, organisational design, leadership development, employment law and strategic HR.
Every diagnostic discussion combines recruitment expertise with real-world HR experience, helping organisations make confident hiring decisions and build stronger HR functions.
