I’ve known Sam Holloway for quite a few years now, and in that time he has been one of the very few recruiters I genuinely enjoy working with.
What stands out to me most is his approach. Sam is transparent, easy to talk to, and always straight to the point.

There’s no unnecessary sales talk or pressure, just an honest conversation about opportunities and what might or might not make sense.

Over the years we’ve had several conversations about potential roles and the direction of my career. What I appreciate is that he actually listens. He takes the time to understand what I’m looking for, what motivates me, and what kind of environment I work best in. Because of that, the opportunities he brings up usually make sense instead of feeling like random roles being pushed just to fill a vacancy.

On that note: not once has he made me feel like I was simply a means to close a deal or earn a commission. The way he works makes it clear that he genuinely wants to help people find the right next step in their career. That kind of mindset is rare in recruitment.

If you get the chance to work with Sam, you’ll quickly notice the difference. It feels less like dealing with a recruiter and more like having someone in your corner who wants to help you make good career decisions.

To Sam, thank you for being in my corner.

Roberto Gardenier – Technical Product Manager / Team Lead 👍

Sam changed my perception of external recruiters, for the better! From our first conversation, he showed genuine interest in who I am and worked hard to ensure that the role and company were a good fit for both my needs and theirs. Sam always kept me updated and proactively provided me with feedback and context to set me up for success during the interview process. The job search can be tough, and having someone like Sam there for support and guidance made all the difference.

Gabrielle Tang

Senior Engineering manager

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