A milestone to celebrate: 15 years of Finest People. Today. The future. Since 2010.

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15 Years of Finest People – 5,479 days of impact, countless matches and we are just getting started.

Fifteen years. A journey that started with an idea and grew into a force that is now impossible to ignore. For 5479 days Finest People has been at the heart of the digital market. Not as a spectator, but as a player. Not just as a recruiter, but as a builder of careers and companies.

We have witnessed the industry evolve at lightning speed. We have created opportunities where others saw obstacles. We have made over a thousand matches for nearly 600 companies. Not because we had to, but because it felt right. And we have learned from successes, from setbacks, and from everything in between.

But above all, we did not do this alone. A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. Clients, candidates, colleagues, partners. You are the reason we are here. You have challenged us, supported us and helped us become better every step of the way.

And the future? That’s ours to shape. We are far from done. We will keep building, connecting, and raising the bar. With one mission in mind:

“Lead by example to give recruitment a better name.”

Here’s to the next 15 years!

About our services

The team

As a recruitment consultancy, we know better than anyone that a strong organization stands or falls with a team that shares the same goals and professional values. However, ensuring the right cultural and personal fit is perhaps even more important. That’s why we pay great attention to these building blocks—not only for our clients and candidates, but also within our own organization. This is the team that is dedicated to supporting you every single day!

Babette Zimmerman

Senior Recruitment Consultant Performance Marketing, CRO & Data Analytics

Brian Asante

Recruitment Consultant SEO, SEA & Marketplaces

Matthijs van Rosmalen

Senior Recruitment Consultant Product Owners, Project Managers, E-mail, CRM & Marketing Automation

Pim Werners

Recruitment Consultant Digital Sales (Media, E-commerce, Advertising & SaaS)

Mustapha Mkik

Recruitment Consultant Content Marketing & Brand Marketing

Guus Lamers

Recruitment Consultant Interim & Freelance Digital Marketeers

Ahmad Elsharnoby

Recruitment Consultant Programmatic Display, Video & Paid Social

Hannah Boiten

Office & Operations Assistant

Danny Klein

Digital Marketing

Jurriaan Meischke

Strategy Director

Umut Yasar

Founder

Our journey as a recruitment consultancy

In 2010, Umut founded Finest People from home. After a short period, he moved into an office at the Damrak. Shortly after that, Finest People relocated to the Keizersgracht and then spent a long period at the ‘Amsterdam Ondernemerscentrum’ (AOC) on the beautiful WG-plein.

In 2023, we made the move to Leidseplein 1, the former studio of RTL Boulevard. This stunning and spacious location is perfect for regularly welcoming clients, candidates, and applicants, and it offers us plenty of opportunities for further growth.

Today, we are proud to say that we have helped 1,000+ candidates take the next step in their careers at 500+ organizations. Just imagine how many conversations it took to reach these numbers!

This is also one of the reasons why recruitment is such an exciting profession. We are often the first to hear about changes in the industry, exciting initiatives and campaigns, emerging markets, new tools, and more. Thanks to this knowledge, we can continue to perform our work at the highest level.

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Umut Yasar:

“I once thought that growth simply meant working harder. But over the years, I’ve learned that it’s about learning, adapting, and improving. Our processes, policies, communication, and efficiency have matured—or perhaps I’ve grown in these aspects myself. The lessons we’ve learned over the years now form the foundation of how we operate.

We can see that growth reflected in 2024, our most successful year since 2018. And with the momentum we’ve built, 2025 is on track to be more successful than the past six years combined. It feels like we’re only just getting started.”

Umut

Founder Finest People

Develop yourself

At Finest People, development has always been the core purpose. You can see it reflected in our core values, our way of working, and even in the beautiful artwork on our office walls. It is so deeply embedded in our organization that it constantly reminds our team to uphold it at all times. Below, you’ll find our five core values.

Take full responsibility for everything you do.
Step up and be proactive. Never look for excuses—ask yourself what you can do to make a difference.

Think in solutions, not problems.
When you encounter a challenge, don’t just present the issue—think ahead about possible solutions.

Respect applies to everything and everyone.
This includes clients, candidates, colleagues, and more. It translates into everything we do—our choice of words, actions, interactions with devices, and office behavior. Always act with respect, not just from a business perspective, but also on a personal level. And most importantly, respect yourself.

Speed is key—but so is knowing when to slow down.
Recruitment is a fast-moving business. If something needs to be done today, don’t wait until tomorrow—act immediately. However, for critical matters, don’t rush. Discuss internally, ask for help and advice, and take the necessary time for what truly requires attention.

Results matter.
Our success is defined by the tangible results we achieve through dedication and hard work. Every success is measured by the outcomes we deliver, directly impacting our reputation and standing in the market.

Since 2010

an average of 65% of our candidates have been invited for a first interview. Of those, 70% are invited for a second interview. 50% of them receive a job offer. 85% of these candidates remain employed for more than two years.

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Brand promise

Our biggest brand promise is that we always find a suitable candidate who is willing to meet with you. If we cannot confidently say that we can make the right match, we won’t take on the assignment.

Additionally, we promise the best guidance for both clients and candidates—always with open and honest communication!

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Finest People HQ

Address

Leidseplein 1,
1017 PR Amsterdam

Phone number

+31(0)20 8200 676