ConnectedGroup
Connecting talent — raising the recruitment industry standard
About
ConnectedGroup has operated out of Hong Kong since 1997, positioning itself as a 'big boutique' — broad service scope with hands-on consultant accountability. Covers contingent recruitment through to retained executive search, plus contract staffing, payroll, and HR consulting under distinct branded service lines. Also runs recruit4good.com, a free job board for the charitable sector. EA licence number 75933.
What Clients Say
Reviews are polarised. Positive reviews praise specific consultants as professional and knowledgeable. Negative reviews (multiple 1-star) cite rudeness, lack of industry knowledge, unethical information-gathering tactics, and slow response times. One reviewer explicitly calls out a named consultant for unprofessional conduct.
Why Choose Them
- ✓ Established in Hong Kong since 1997 with regional APAC search reach
- ✓ Full service suite: contingent, retained search, contracting, payroll, and HR consulting
- ✓ Founder of recruit4good.com — free recruitment platform for charities
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FAQ
What is the difference between ConnectedRecruit and ConnectedSearch?
ConnectedRecruit is contingent (fee on success) recruitment. ConnectedSearch is a retained framework for senior, complex, or confidential assignments requiring research-driven candidate assessment.
Do you handle contract and interim roles?
Yes. ConnectedGroup offers contracting, interim management, and payroll/employer-of-record services through its Connected Contract team.
Do you recruit outside Hong Kong?
Yes. Executive search methodology extends globally, commonly sourcing talent regionally and worldwide for APAC-based roles.
Social Proof
- • Years In Business: 27
- • Offices: 2