SimkissGuy is passionate about living and working in the West Midlands.
Keen to support our business community, and advocates of the benefits that can be gained from developing robust business partnerships across the city, we are founders of several successful networking groups, or SimkissGuy Socials as they’re known.
Each event is aimed to bring together business professionals across a range of sectors, moving between different independent venues in our region to support the thriving hospitality sector in the West Midlands. If you would like more information on these, email our dedicated events inbox here.
Our Managing Director Rebecca Simkiss is recognised as a leader in the Birmingham business community, volunteering her time to undertake several external board positions to support and invest in the success of our region.
Across the last 11 years, Rebecca has juggled running SimkissGuy alongside a number of leadership roles in charitable organisations that make a real difference in our region. As such, Rebecca has spent time as Chair and Trustee of LoveBrum, a registered charity that supports hidden gem projects across Birmingham that are often volunteer led and that deliver real change for our region, as well as being Chair of the Regional Advisory Board for The Access Project, an education charity with a mission to help under-resourced young people place at top UK universities. Rebecca was also a Co-Founder and Board Member of West Midland’s Women’s Voice, a movement created to work together and support the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) in setting an agenda for economic growth and better social welfare – with the role of women central to this new political and economic forum.
Wherever possible, we aim to use our platform to aid these and other fantastic charities and initiatives across our region by giving them the opportunity to speak at our events, encouraging our guests to get involved and unite businesses and individuals across Birmingham.
If you are a charity or non-profit in the region and would like the chance to speak at one of our upcoming events, then please do get in touch here, we would love to hear from you!
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.