Tempo Scores £1.75 m and Eyes the World
In today’s headline, Tempo – the video‑based hiring sidekick that’s turning recruitment on its head – just raised £1.75 million, boosting its total capital to over £3 million. The deal was led by Hambro Perks and investors Michael & Derek Jacobson, with extra backing from Chris Bruce and Michael Whitfield of Thomsons Online Benefits.
From Start‑Up to Talent Superpower in Two Years
- Founded by Ben Chatfield & Ollie Povey – and who could have imagined?
- Clients rising like a plot twist: Bulb Energy, OakNorth, Zellis, Monzo, Uber, Babylon Health plus 2,000+ others.
- 40,000 candidates already hanging out on the platform.
- Headquarters expanded to Manchester – the haircut didn’t end up ethical.
Why Everyone’s Talking About Tempo
“Hiring should be the cherry on the cake of your professional life, not a slog through paperwork,” says Ben Chatfield, CEO & Co‑Founder. “But most of us have survived the slow, stale dance of traditional recruitment. Tempo’s up‑front, video‑flexed approach flips that narrative. We’re here to give you the freedom to choose the job you genuinely love.”
Investor Mantras
Dominic Perks, founder of Hambro Perks gushes: “We’re thrilled to be a springboard for Tempo. Their growth plans are bold, and they’re seriously tackling the recruitment industry’s soul‑crushing monotony.”
Michael Whitfield, co‑founder of Thomsons Online Benefits adds, “Recruitment is the backbone of every business, yet it’s been stuck in the slow lane. Tempo demystifies, streamlines, and sparks pace, making it a true game‑changer. We’re all in.”
What’s Next?
With fresh cash stacked, Tempo will keep pushing ahead: new city launches, tech upgrades, and scaling to international markets. All while making the job hunt feel less like a treasure hunt and more like a guided tour to your dream gig.
