Founded by former colleagues Rebecca Simkiss and Richard Guy; the business brings a unique combination of multi-sector recruitment industry knowledge and experience.
Based in the heart of Birmingham City Centre and supporting candidates and clients across the UK, SimkissGuy is a multi award winning independent specialist recruitment consultancy providing bespoke permanent, temporary and contract recruitment solutions in the commercial office support, healthcare and hospitality sectors.
Rebecca has developed an outstanding reputation across the region as a recruitment expert, supporting countless PLCs, SMEs, growing enterprises, and public and third sector organisations. Rebecca’s extensive portfolio of clients and thousands of candidates verify her drive and passion to offer nothing less than exceptional service to all, and to raise standards in the recruitment industry.
Rebecca is incredibly passionate about promoting Birmingham as a fantastic place to live and work and is a big believer in doing all you can to give back to the city. She is Chair and Trustee of local charity LoveBrum, a founding board member of West Midlands Women’s Voice and former Chair of BPS Birmingham Future – where during her tenure she created the Future Leadership Development Programme in partnership with Aston Business School. Alongside this Rebecca is a trained Thomas International Personality Profiler, TEDx host, UK Corporate Governance practitioner, and a mentor to a number of professionals across the city.
Keen to retain talented up and coming professionals in the region, Rebecca regularly delivers talks on aspiration, personal brand and leadership, as well as hosting sessions on CV presentation, effective applications and interview skills for 6th Form, College and University students around the West Midlands.
Rebecca’s awards to date include a Fellowship from Birmingham Metropolitan College in acknowledgement of her contribution to mentoring and 2017 Businesswoman of the Year at the Birmingham Awards. In 2018, Rebecca was a finalist at the IOD Director of the Year Awards in recognition of her commitment to CSR, and in November 2018 was awarded Woman of the Year at the City of Birmingham Business Awards, in 2020 she was confirmed as a finalist in the prestigious Great British Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.
A big believer in the value that can be gained from creating positive business connections, Rebecca is the founder of seven successful networking events in the region; including the incredibly popular Colmore Curry Club.
Good Evening Rebecca,
Thank you so much for the brownies, they were amazing.
My first day in the office was wonderful, everyone is really nice and made me feel welcomed.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate all your support.
Thanks again, I appreciate the support you have provided from start to finish
Thanks Helena, working with yourself and Becky has been a breath of fresh air.
You’re both very detailed and communication has been fantastic!
Thanks for your help so far and fingers crossed it’s good news!
Hi ladies,
Thank you so much for your kind words and warm congratulations on my promotion, I truly appreciate it! 😊
I appreciate all that you’ve done for me to get to this stage. I couldn’t have done it without you both!
Hi Becky
Just a quick note to say thank you for sending through some promising looking candidates 😊 It is great to be working again with a familiar, friendly face who is always reliable.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you both for the effort and expertise that SimkissGuy Recruitment has put into helping us identify a suitable candidate for this role. I am really pleased with who we are bringing on board and am looking forward to working with her to help develop the organisation.
Thanks you for all your help Helena, you were great!
I am really enjoying the role so far and I hope I’ll be happy for a long time here, but if there’s any searching in the future, I’ll be in straight back in touch.
Rebecca and Helena did an amazing job for us, way above and beyond – thank you!
Jessie (temporary candidate supplied by SimkissGuy Recruitment) has hit the ground running and is already making a real difference. She’s picked things up incredibly fast, and we’re already feeling the benefits of having her on board.
One of the things that really stands out about Jessie is how quickly she learns. She takes on new processes with ease and isn’t afraid to dive into challenges. Her proactive attitude and willingness to get stuck in have been a huge help to the team.
Recruitment is particularly tough at the moment, so having someone with Jessie’s positivity and strong work ethic is a real asset. She stays motivated, focused, and brings great energy, even when things get tricky.
Honestly, we couldn’t be happier with how she’s doing, and we’re excited to see her continue to grow in the role!
I met Rebecca Simkiss and Helena King at one of the lowest points in my life, just after leaving a job where I had become completely disengaged due to repeated mistreatment and discrimination. Feeling lost and uncertain about my future, I put my trust in them wholeheartedly—and I’ve never looked back.
Your kindness, dedication, and expertise helped me rebuild my confidence and secure my next role within weeks. Your unwavering support throughout the entire process—before applications, during applications, and through the sifting stage—made all the difference. You ensured I felt heard, valued, and that my needs were met. Even after I started my new job, you continued to support me.
You and Helena are more than recruiters—you are professionals who truly change lives and restore hope. You not only helped shape my life but did the same, selflessly, for everyone I recommended your way.
Although life has taken me in a completely different direction, I will always recommend your top-notch service, dedication, determination and high professionalism. Please don’t let anyone dim your sparkle or think they can shade your excellence.