About women in recruitment

Women in Recruitment was founded by Kathryn Edwards (Left) & Nivana Johnson (Right), two recruitment professionals passionate about building a stronger, more connected and more supportive industry for women.

After years within recruitment, both Kathryn & Nivana saw firsthand the opportunities the industry can create — but also the pressure, isolation and constant demands that can come with it. Through conversations with women across the sector, it became clear there was a need for something more than traditional networking.

Women in Recruitment was created to be a genuine community where women can connect, grow, support one another and have honest conversations about the realities of the industry.

Our goal is to empower, connect and inspire women across recruitment while helping create future leaders who will continue to shape the industry for the better.

What We Do

Women in Recruitment is a community designed to connect, support and develop women across the recruitment industry.

Our focus is on creating meaningful opportunities for women to grow professionally, build genuine industry relationships and feel supported throughout their careers.

We believe recruitment is about more than just performance metrics and placements. It’s also about people, leadership, wellbeing and building an industry where women feel empowered to succeed without feeling like they have to navigate it alone.

Our Events & Initiatives

Networking Events

Relaxed and genuine networking opportunities designed to bring women in recruitment together to build meaningful industry connections and community.

Workshops & Development Sessions

Practical sessions focused on topics such as leadership, resilience, wellbeing, confidence, communication, business development and career growth within recruitment.

Mentorship & Industry Support

Creating opportunities for women at different stages of their careers to connect, share experiences and learn from one another.

Panel Discussions & Industry Conversations

Open and honest conversations around the realities of recruitment, leadership, industry trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the profession.

Leadership & Career Development

Supporting women to step into leadership roles, grow their confidence, develop professionally and create long-term, sustainable careers in recruitment.

Community Connection

Most importantly, we want to create a genuine community where women feel supported, encouraged and connected within an industry that can often feel fast-paced and isolating.

Whether you’re new to recruitment, an experienced consultant, a business owner or an industry leader, Women in Recruitment is a space to connect, grow and help shape the future of the industry together.