Search and Staffing
Partner with a leading provider of executive search and staffing services to quickly meet your recruitment needs.

LevelUP provides search and staffing services through Upward Talent, our specialist division focused on helping organisations secure top-tier talent with speed and precision. Whether you need executive search, contingent recruitment, or contract and temporary staffing, Upward Talent delivers targeted, high-quality hires—fast.
Recognised as a leading Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) recruitment agency, Upward Talent is powered by a proprietary tech stack and a robust, diverse talent network. We combine advanced recruitment technology, labour market intelligence, and deep industry expertise to deliver inclusive, insight-driven hiring solutions aligned to your business goals.
Our Upward Talent division is your partner for precision recruiting and fast results.
- Specialist Search Expertise – We focus on mid-level to executive search and professional staffing services, leveraging a pre-vetted talent pool to deliver quality hires quickly.
- Insight-Driven Recruitment – Make smarter hires, faster. Our recruiters use real-time talent intelligence and market data to align the right talent with the right roles—reducing time-to-hire and increasing retention.
- Flexible Recruitment Models – We offer contingency search, permanent placement, and interim staffing, giving you the flexibility to scale without long-term contracts or upfront commitments.
- Industry-Specific Expertise – Our experienced recruiters bring extensive networks and sector knowledge across Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, and Professional Services.
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John Zozzaro
Managing Director, Upward Talent
With over a decade of experience in executive search and staffing solutions, John has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional recruitment outcomes across industries. Since joining LevelUP in 2016 as a Talent Advisor, he has rapidly progressed into leadership and now oversees a high-performing team of 25 recruitment professionals within the Upward Talent division.
As Managing Director, John leads national and international recruitment services engagements across sectors such as Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, and Professional Services. He brings a strategic, client-focused approach to talent acquisition, ensuring both speed and precision in every placement.
Guided by the values of accountability, empowerment, communication, resilience, and humility, John cultivates strong client relationships and consistently drives hiring success. His deep industry knowledge and commitment to delivering inclusive, high-quality hiring solutions make him a trusted adviser to organisations seeking top-tier talent.
Frequently asked questions
Executive search is a more targeted way to find top leadership and critical senior-level talent. Executive search involves targeted sourcing, outreach, and in-depth market research to connect with high-impact leaders who aren’t actively job hunting but are the right fit for your organization.
We recruit director-level and above roles across all our core industries, including financial services, technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing.
Most executive searches run three to six months, depending on the role and market.
We keep your company’s identity and details protected by using an anonymized job description, doing targeted outreach instead of public postings, and sharing information with candidates in stages. Only pre-screened, qualified candidates learn who the client is. We also limit internal access, manage interviews discreetly, and handle all data securely to ensure the search remains confidential from start to finish.
Executive search gives your internal team extra reach and expertise. While your team focuses on daily hiring needs, we take on the research-heavy, high-stakes work of finding senior leaders who often aren’t visible in traditional pipelines.
Yes, LevelUP supports searches across multiple countries and regions, including NAMER, EMEA, and APAC.
We combine a broad global network, experienced recruiters, and AI-enhanced tools to uncover leaders traditional methods often miss. This blended approach helps us deliver faster, more precise results for your leadership needs.
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