Our Story

Connecting businessess with top talent in Finance & ESG
Personalised
Tailored solutions for your unique needs
Partnerships
Working together for long-term success
Expert Insight
Industry knowledge that drives results
Impactful
Delivering fast, effective recruitment that drives results
Our Vision

To shape a future where exceptional businesses drive positive change.

We’ve been challenging traditional recruitment practices since our launch and have a team of conscious Recruiters that deliver quality, whilst focusing on impact.

Our Mission
Connecting ambitious businesses with exceptional talent to build a better future.
Aila was born with a vision to drive positive change in recruitment, partnering with ambitious businesses and finding the best talent in Finance & ESG.

Our founder launched Aila after 10 years of connecting exceptional talent with ambitious businesses across the UK, driven by a passion for creating meaningful connections and driving towards a more positive future.

Our passion drives us to deliver the highest level of service consistently, putting people ahead of profit and driving change.

What Sets Us Apart

We’re not a typical search firm, and that’s our strength. We’re passionate about recruitment and will never treat people as commodities, focusing on our impact on all those we serve and the planet as a Certified B Corporation ®.

Aila was established with a modern vision of what a recruitment partner should be, and we’re bringing together exceptional talent and ambitious businesses to build a better future.

If these points ring true with you,
get in touch and see how we can help

You need a recruiter who puts you first. Your goals, your future, your best interests.
The best talent comes from partnership and collaboration, not just applications.
People matter. You need a partner who gets that.
Recruitment isn’t just about results, it’s about the experience too.

Our reviews

Find out what our clients are saying about us!
“Over the years, we have worked closely together with AILA, who have helped us to meet our diverse talent needs. Their expertise and dedication have led to the successful placement of numerous finance roles, as well as two key ESG positions, both of which have played a crucial role in advancing our sustainability and financial objectives. It is truly a pleasure to work with an agency that takes the time to really understand the needs of our business and consistently delivers top-tier candidates.”
“I have only ever had positive experiences in my dealings with Aila. Aidan is a remarkable personality, a great communicator, and a pragmatist. I was placed in a role by Aidan in 2020 which I am still feeling the benefit of now having moved on and started my own firm. I expect to direct future hiring requirements to Aidan and his firm in the future and can’t recommend him highly enough. If you are not sure about who to use as your recruitment partner – give Aidan a call”
“Aidan has been successfully filling senior finance opportunities in my team with strong candidates for a few years.  With each new vacancy, he responds swiftly, and invests time in understanding our specific needs of candidates in the role, promoting only those candidates who really would be suitable.  He is open and honest, balancing the needs of the client and the candidate well. “
“Aidan has been a real breath of fresh air in the current market. He’s approachable, easy to speak to, and took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for. He supported me throughout the process and ultimately helped me secure a great role. Really pleased with the experience — would definitely recommend him”
“I can’t speak highly enough of the service Aidan and his team provided to me earlier this year. Sincere, trustworthy and a pleasure to work with. Really nice to deal with people that care about making a difference. Great job Aila! Thank you.”
“I worked with Aila and I was more than happy with everything to secure my new role. I was kept informed of what was going on at all times and always received relevant feedback on any interviews. No matter what Consultant I was dealing with, I always received the same quality service. I have used Aila before and I would definitely recommend them and would use them again in the future.”
Our Expertise

Finance, ESG & Sustainability

Our passionate & knowledgeable staff provide solutions with quality attached to everything they do. We’ve specialised in Finance & Accountancy across all levels since inception and have expanded our services to include Environment, Social, and Governance recruitment, recognising the growing importance of these roles in shaping a sustainable future for our planet.
To make a difference

What sets us apart

We’re not your typical recruiters, and that’s our biggest strength. We’re passionate about what we do and never treat people like numbers on a spreadsheet. As a certified B Corporation®, we care about our impact on our clients, candidates, and the planet.
We work as a true extension of our clients’ businesses and a career partner for candidates looking to grow.