We are Pave Talent Partners
Company overview
Expert insight. Trusted delivery.
Pave Talent Partners is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating across Insurance, Financial Services, and Technology sectors. With over 10 years’ expertise, we are more than recruiters - we are strategic talent partners, supporting organisations and professionals across the UK.
Based in Manchester, we connect exceptional talent with organisations where they can thrive. We deliver consultative solutions aligned to business priorities and long-term objectives. Our approach is relationship-led and insight-driven, grounded in honest market understanding.
We take the time to understand culture, priorities, and vision, ensuring every introduction is considered, relevant, and positioned for long-term success.
For professionals, we provide clear communication, honest feedback, and consistent guidance throughout every stage of the journey, helping you make confident career decisions. For organisations, we act as an extension of your team, managing the end-to-end recruitment process with care and discretion.
At the centre of everything we do is a commitment to lasting partnerships and better hiring outcomes.
meet the team
The people behind Pave Talent Partners
Erin Kibbler
Co-Founder & Director
Erin specialises in recruitment across the Insurance and Financial Services sectors, partnering with organisations to deliver permanent, fixed-term, contract, and executive appointments. She is passionate about building long-term relationships, taking the time to understand each client's hiring goals and every candidate's career ambitions to create successful, lasting matches.
Known for her approachable, honest, and consultative style, Erin believes great recruitment starts with listening. By communicating openly and putting people at the heart of every process, she helps clients secure the right talent while supporting candidates in finding opportunities where they can thrive.
Imogen Hopkins-Bell
Co-Founder & Director
Imogen specialises in Technology recruitment, partnering with organisations to secure exceptional talent across Software, QA, IT, and wider Technology functions. She takes a consultative approach to every search, working closely with clients to understand their technical requirements, team dynamics, and long-term growth objectives, while supporting professionals in making informed career decisions.
Known for her proactive communication, honest advice, and relationship-led approach, Imogen is committed to delivering recruitment solutions that create lasting value for both clients and candidates.
our story
People first. Purpose driven.
We founded Pave Talent Partners with a simple belief: recruitment is about people, not transactions.
Too often, hiring becomes focused on filling vacancies rather than building lasting relationships. We wanted to create a consultancy that takes a different approach - one built on genuine conversations, honest advice, and a commitment to understanding the people and organisations behind every search.
We know that every hiring decision shapes a business, just as every career move shapes a person's future. That's why we take the time to understand ambitions, challenges, and long-term objectives before making a single introduction.
Get In Touch
Based in Manchester.
Supporting clients & candidates across the UK.
Whether you're hiring, planning ahead, or simply looking for market advice, we're always happy to have a conversation.