About Us
Our Mission
“To deliver precision-driven recruitment and HR consultancy solutions that empower organisations and professionals to thrive globally.”
Meet Our Team
Jaye Haynes is a distinguished recruitment expert with over a decade of global experience in talent acquisition. She specialises in the legal, corporate, and tax sectors, delivering precision hiring solutions that connect world-class professionals with leading organisations. Jaye has a proven track record of supporting multinational law firms and corporations in the UK, US, Australia, Amsterdam, and Latin America. Her expertise spans recruitment for roles from senior partners to paralegals, always ensuring placements drive organisational success. Her global reach, cultural awareness, and client-first approach make her a trusted partner in transforming businesses through talent acquisition.
Jaye Haynes
Founder and CEO
With a proven track record in operational excellence and strategic leadership, Louise Wrench serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at HarKaye Core Talent, overseeing the firm’s growth, efficiency, and service delivery across Legal, Financial Services, Insurance, HR, and Business Support recruitment. Louise brings a wealth of experience in talent acquisition, business operations, and process optimisation, ensuring that HarKaye Core Talent delivers seamless, cost-effective, and high-quality recruitment solutions for both clients and candidates. Her expertise in scaling recruitment functions, streamlining processes, and enhancing candidate experience plays a pivotal role in the firm’s success.
Louise Wrench
Chief Operating Officer
With two decades of experience in legal recruitment, I specialise in connecting top legal talent with law firms across the UK—from elite City firms to respected High Street practices. As Head of Legal at HarKaye Core Talent, I lead our UK legal division in delivering bespoke recruitment solutions that align professionals with the firms where they’ll thrive. Our team has over a decade of success placing candidates in roles ranging from Partners to Paralegals, with expertise in litigation, corporate law, and real estate. We’re committed to understanding the unique needs of both clients and candidates, enabling seamless career transitions and supporting long-term business growth.
Gemma Clarke
Head of Legal - UK
Isabel specialises in connecting top-tier talent with leading organisations in both the legal and insurance sectors. We are dedicated to delivering bespoke recruitment solutions tailored to the unique needs of law firms, in-house legal teams, and insurance companies. With a deep understanding of both industries, I focus on sourcing candidates who not only meet the technical requirements but also align with the cultures of forward-thinking organisations. Whether you’re looking for your next career move or seeking to build a high-performing legal or insurance team, I work closely with both clients and candidates to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Isabel Owen
Recruitment Specialist
Izzie has 10 years' experience specialising in legal recruitment at all levels, in all areas of law. She has recruited across the North West and Merseyside and the East Midlands, placing professionals from paralegal to Partner level.
Izzie Vaughan
Associate Partner - UK
A Legal Recruitment Consultant with over 15 year's experience as well as a background as a Law Graduate. I specialise in placing legal professionals at every level — from graduates to partners. I work closely with law firms across Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside to connect them with the right legal talent for their teams.
Claire Heshon
Legal Recruiter
As a Talent Acquisition Business Partner at HarKaye Core Talent, I work closely with organisations as a trusted advisor, delivering strategic, people-first hiring solutions across the UK and globally. I partner with clients to align recruitment strategies with business objectives, managing end-to-end hiring, transformation projects and bespoke talent solutions. My experience spans legal, corporate, financial services, insurance, HR and business support functions, with a strong focus on building high-performing, sustainable teams. HarKaye Core Talent’s consultative approach, deep market insight and commitment to our CORE values — Collaboration, Opportunity, Results-Driven and Excellence — underpin everything I do. I’m passionate about delivering recruitment solutions that create long-term impact for both clients and candidates.
Izzy Tidd
Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Roy Haynes is the Operations Manager at Harkaye Core Talent, where he is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the business across all functions. With a background in systems implementation, process improvement, and cross-border operations, Roy plays a pivotal role in supporting the firm’s international growth and client delivery.
Roy Haynes
Operations Director
Monthly Team Meetups at Harkaye Core Talent
At Harkaye Core Talent, we believe that strong teams are built through shared experiences — not just shared targets. Each month, we step away from our day-to-day work for a team meetup where we can relax, connect, and enjoy some well-earned social time together.
Last month, we enjoyed a fantastic lunch at Gaucho in Manchester — great food, even better company, and plenty of laughs. Whether it’s a long lunch, after-work drinks, or just a chance to catch up in person, these moments help us stay connected and grounded as a team.
Because behind every successful placement is a team that enjoys what they do — and who they do it with.
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Our Values: “Transparency, collaboration, and client-focused solutions are at the core of everything we do.”
