Curtis Phillips
Managing Director
Get to know Curtis Phillips
Curtis was born in Essex in the UK and has spent most of his adult life living in London and Zurich. Married with a young daughter, Curtis continues to split his time between Switzerland and the UK.
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What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
I love being outdoors, almost as much as I love watching England play rugby in the pub! I’m an avid scuba diver, working my way through the world’s top 10 dive sites, and a dedicated runner, preparing for my first marathon – the 2025 London Marathon – in support of Dementia UK.
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Who is your childhood hero?
Johnny Wilkinson. Watching the 2003 World Cup final at home with my family is what inspired me to start playing rugby, something that has become a bit of an obsession for the following 15 years!
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Where is your favourite place in the world?
Red Sea Diving Safari in Wadi Lahami. Think sleeping in tents on the beach with some of the best scuba diving in the world on your doorstep and hardly any tourists.
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If you could change one thing about the recruitment industry, what would it be?
It’s a difficult question to answer because it’s also what I love about the industry – low barriers to entry. Most sales professionals are regulated in some aspect, and governance is in place to protect agencies that ensure standards are upheld and customer service is prioritised. Unfortunately, a few agencies ruin the reputation for the industry for most with their low standards and cowboy antics. So, I would change the requirements and adopt a more stringent licensing process for all agencies to ensure the best service for our customers and candidates.
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What is your favourite app on your phone?
WhatsApp – I can’t remember the last time I sent a text message!