Recruitment that feels clear, human and built around real partnership.

Welcome to Accomplice. I’m Amy Nicholson, the Founder of Accomplice.

Working in a large recruitment agency, I kept hearing the same thing from business owners: that traditional recruitment felt too expensive, too transactional, and too disconnected from what small and growing businesses really needed.

In networking groups and conversations with SME owners, a clear gap kept emerging. People wanted professional recruitment support, but not the price tag, pressure, or rigid models that came with it.

So, I created Accomplice to offer something different: recruitment that’s flexible, transparent, and grounded in real partnership.

My approach is simple.

I listen closely, ask the right questions, and bring structure to a part of business that often feels uncertain. Whether you need help with one step or the whole journey, my goal is always the same: a better hire, less stress, and a process that feels fair and human for everyone involved.

Before starting Accomplice, I worked in sales and supported people with intellectual disabilities. They were two very different roles that taught me the same lesson: people thrive when someone takes the time to understand them.

That’s shaped how I work with both clients and candidates, with care, clarity, and genuine curiosity about what they need to succeed.

As a mum of two, I also built this business to reflect my values. I wanted a career that allowed me to show up for my family, stay true to who I am, and do meaningful work that helps others grow.

Accomplice is the result. A people-first recruitment service where connection and communication come first.

If you’d like to understand how this partnership works in practice, you can explore How It Works or see the different ways we support businesses.

Amy Nicholson,
Founder & Recruitment Partner