to find the right talent
for your business
even if they are not looking
Headhunting strategies tailored to you
Because finding the right fit does not come from a one-size-fits-all approach.
There are 8 billion people on the planet — each with their own ways of working. Which is why we found it strange that traditional recruitment techniques follow the same rinse and repeat processes to find the one individual your business is missing. And thus, First Avenue was born.
We are a personalised headhunting agency that considers no two positions to be the same. We understand that while those who are great at their job may not be actively applying for roles, they may be interested when the right opportunity is presented to them. And finally, we believe that the only approach to hiring the right talent for your business is a completely custom one — which is why we take the time to get to know you and your expectations before exceeding them.
Our Services
100% custom-fit headhunting strategies.
Finding the right long-term fit requires time – ours, not yours.
We don’t let “the way it’s always been done” interfere with possibility. We take calculated risks and have success stories to tell from them. We push the boundaries, leave no stone unturned, and like you, are constantly looking to grow.
Our Process
Handpicked talent at your fingertips
You won’t find any numbers listed against the strategy below. And that’s because what we offer you is exactly that — a strategy. Which means, it’s a fluid plan of action designed to achieve a long-term fit. And that’s because like you, your business is a one-off.
Working closely with you, we obtain a detailed brief on the job description and your expectations — then, we go above and beyond to exceed them.
We use intensive data research and the PeopleEconomics® 12-point framework to carry out talent market mapping — the right fit might not be actively looking for jobs, but actively working for a competitor.
An analysis of the talent market mapping is presented to highlight market movement as well as salary insights, candidate availability, and any other information you need to know.
We proactively hunt for your talent across industry platforms, our extensive network bank, and our in-house talent pool of over 30,000 candidates— and that’s just the start.
We use our experience from years in the game to internally interview, screen and compile a shortlist to ensure those who make it to you are worthy of your time.
We present a handpicked shortlist of those who we believe to be the right talent. Every name on this list is one that we are proud to put ours next to.
After the shortlist, we will decide on the talent that you want to meet and who will meet them.
Once the right fit has been determined, we will ensure all testing and checks have been conducted based on our brief, before formalising a final offer.
We’ll work with you and your new hire to finalise contracts right until the end — and beyond.
Data & Framework
Founded in psychology, backed by data. Using science and economics to ensure the right candidate fits you to a T.
First Avenue is powered by PeopleEconomics®, a 12-point framework designed by our sister company, Wall Street. The framework captures the effects of psychological, cognitive, emotional, cultural and workplace factors which impact the mindset and decisions of individuals, and ultimately, the performance of the business itself.
Leadership Team
Leah Akoka
CEO
Leah believes every person is capable of greatness. And it’s with that in mind that she formulated a 12-point framework which brings behavioural economics and neuro-linguistic programming to business strategies and systems.
Leah has implemented this framework across her Human Resources, Payroll and Training consultancy for years. And now, she brings it, and her leadership prowess, to First Avenue.
Sandra Miljic
COO
Sandra believes one should not limit their challenges, rather challenge their limits. And it’s with that in mind that she has delivered outstanding results across the telecommunications, energy and human resource sectors for more than a decade.
Sandra has defined clear goals, driven accountability and collaboratively found solutions as the leader of many teams. And now, she brings this, plus her collected knowledge and experience, to First Avenue.
Hannah Malka
Head of Talent
Hannah Malka’s heritage is in all things HR. She cut her teeth working across all aspects of managing the human resources process in a variety of industries from retail, hospitality, professional services, utilities and construction. This has provided Hannah a strong foundation in understanding the business of people.
Hannah moved later into recruitment and became a specialist with an eye for hiring on values. Hannah cares greatly about building teams for the long term and prides herself on applying the principles of PeopleEconomics® to help get the most out of people in business.
Industries
Executive Search
Finance
Legal
Retail and FMCG
Construction
Digital and Technology
Marketing and Advertising
Real Estate and Property
Design and Architecture
Executive Search
Finance
Legal
Retail and FMCG
Construction
Digital and Technology
Marketing and Advertising
Real Estate and Property
Design and Architecture
Companies in these industries found the right talent.
And now, you can too, here.
