Start with the brief.
We talk about the role, the team and what a good fit really means. No one-size-fits-all searches.
THE RIGHT TALENT. THE RIGHT FIT.12 YEARS IN RECRUITMENT
GOOD PEOPLE.Great possibilities.
Good people make all the difference. I connect exceptional creative and digital talent with businesses where they can thrive, make an impact and do their best work.
Independent. Personal.
A little more human.
A little more human.
CREATIVEDIGITALMARKETINGMEDIAENTERTAINMENT
BUILT ON GOOD CONVERSATIONS.
People first.
Always.
01 / THE CONNECTIONSTHE RIGHT TALENT. THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY.
Open roles.
Open possibilities.
Looking for great talent, or want to be considered for future opportunities? Let’s connect.
I’m looking for a new opportunity 00
A MOMENT BETWEEN CONNECTIONS
Finding the latest possibilities…
02 / A FEW GOOD INTRODUCTIONSSELECTED PEOPLE. REAL POSSIBILITIES.
CURATED BY HARLEYExplore
Explore
Featured Talent.
Explore a selection of creative and digital professionals in my network. Browse their skills, experience and specialisations, and get in touch if someone could be a good fit for your team.
Browse featured talentFinding the latest introductions…
People, with privacy. Talent profiles use pseudonyms to protect candidate identities. Real names, CVs and portfolios are shared with clients only through Harley, and only with the candidate’s consent.
03 / THE PERSON BEHIND THE NAMECAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA ↗
Hands-on
recruitment.
12YEARS OF CONNECTING
TALENT WITH OPPORTUNITY
TALENT WITH OPPORTUNITY
HELLO, I’M HARLEY CRAAYENSTEIN.
Specialist recruitment.
A very human approach.
I’m the founder of Hire With Harley. With 12 years of recruitment experience, I run an independent consultancy specialising in creative and digital talent across South Africa and the wider African market.
From creative and digital leaders to specialist content and marketing professionals, I focus on understanding the brief and delivering talent that fits. Quality over quantity. Targeted searches. Straightforward communication.
Beyond the brief
You’ll find me with my husband, our daughter and our fur baby, Arlo — soaking up the Cape Town sunshine, exploring somewhere new or hunting down the perfect flat white.
04 / THE WAY I WORKQUALITY OVER QUANTITY. ALWAYS.
A good brief.
A better connection.
No endless calls. No CV overload. Just a thoughtful, targeted search and straightforward communication, from the first hello to the right hire.
Make the right connections.
I find and approach relevant talent, then share a considered shortlist with you.
Find the fit, together.
Thoughtful introductions, clear feedback and support throughout the hiring process.
Your time is valuable. I’ll keep you informed, get on with the search and pick up the phone when it matters.
05 / YOUR NEXT GOOD CONVERSATIONTHE RIGHT BRIEF. THE RIGHT TALENT. THE RIGHT FIT.
LET’S TALK
people.
Looking to hire? Or interested in being considered for future opportunities? Tell me a little about what you have in mind.
DROP ME A LINEharley@hirewithharley.comCALL OR WHATSAPP076 487 7131LET’S CONNECTHire With Harley on LinkedIn
Green Point, Cape Town.Connecting people across South Africa & Africa.
The right people.No unnecessary noise.A little more human.
A FEW USEFUL ANSWERSGood questions.
Good questions.
Straight answers.
01What kinds of roles do you recruit for?
I specialise in creative and digital talent, including design, content, marketing, media and entertainment, client services and strategy. Share your brief and I’ll confirm whether I’m the right person to help.
02Where do you work?
I’m based in Cape Town and work with businesses and talent across South Africa and the wider African market. The location and working arrangement are agreed for each role.
03Can I send my CV if there isn’t a role for me?
Absolutely. Share your CV and portfolio so I can consider your experience for relevant future opportunities. Hire With Harley recruits for businesses; I don’t offer an individual job-search service. Submitting your details does not guarantee an interview or placement.
04How does featured talent work?
Featured profiles use pseudonyms and show professional skills and experience, with each candidate’s consent. Enquire about a profile and I’ll manage the introduction personally. Real names, CVs and portfolios are shared only through me, with the candidate’s agreement.
05What does it cost to work together?
Recruitment fees and the scope of each search are agreed with the hiring business in writing before work begins. Tell me about the vacancy so I can prepare a tailored quote.