Rakesh has been part of SThree for 21 years, starting with the business as a trainee recruiter in 2003. Since then, he has held leadership roles including senior business manager with Huxley, and partner with Progressive before leading SThree’s Customer Success, MSP and Project Services business in the UK, France, and Belgium. He brings a wealth of experience, a deep understanding of STEM sectors and of the markets in the UK, France, and Belgium.
On his appointment Rakesh commented:
“Stepping into the role of Managing Director for the UK, France, and Belgium is an incredible honour. I’m proud to be part of a team that is truly all in and consistently sets the bar for excellence. I am eager to harness our collective strengths, build partnerships, and drive initiatives that will elevate SThree across these key markets. This is a chance to think big, build on our achievements and carve out new paths that inspire progress and positive change, with a focus on deepening connections that create lasting value for our clients and candidates.”
Jelte Hacquebord, Chief Commercial Officer, SThree added:
“Appointing Rakesh Patel as Managing Director for our UK, France, and Belgium markets is a crucial step for our team. His extensive experience – spanning 21 years – across multiple sectors and regions, including the UK, Europe, India, and the Middle East, along with his passion for ensuring our customers and our people remain at the heart of everything we do, position him perfectly to drive success.”
“On behalf of all at SThree, I express gratitude to Tom Way for his contributions over the past two decades. We wish him the best in the next phase of his career.”
“This is a time of great opportunity for SThree as we continue to evolve as a business, in line with our driving principle of being Game Changers in STEM.”
With Rakesh Patel’s appointment, SThree reaffirms a commitment to innovation and excellence in the UK, France, and Belgium. His fresh insights and industry knowledge will invigorate our operations while demonstrating an ongoing commitment to strong corporate governance and leadership excellence.
