About Us

Paragon Talent partners with market-leading organisations across the flavour, fragrance, and ingredients sectors, serving clients throughout Europe and the US. Our comprehensive understanding encompasses food and beverage, pharmaceutical, health and nutrition, animal nutrition, fine fragrance, cosmetics and personal care.

Drawing on our founder's background in the British military with the Household Cavalry, we apply military precision to talent acquisition. This disciplined approach, combined with deep market expertise, delivers consistent excellence for our clients. Our reputation is built on transparent operations and unwavering commitment to quality in our specialist markets.

Our well-established network and deep industry knowledge let us pinpoint exactly the right talent for your hardest-to-fill, mission-critical roles - even when time is tight.

We've spent over a decade building successful partnerships, completing hundreds of international assignments, and attending major industry exhibitions across Europe and the US. This hands-on experience means we know exactly how to fill your Commercial, Technical and Senior Leadership positions.

Whether you need your next CEO, Sales VP, Flavourist, Perfumer or Technical Director, you can be confident we'll find you the right person. We know the market, we know the people, and we know how to make the perfect match.

Our Values

Drawing from our military heritage, we approach every search with meticulous attention to detail.

Our thorough assessment process ensures we present only the most qualified candidates, saving valuable time for busy hiring managers.

This commitment to excellence extends through every aspect of our service, from initial consultation to successful placement.

We understand that in specialist markets, precision in matching both technical capabilities and cultural fit is crucial for long-term success.

In an industry often characterised by aggressive tactics, we stand apart through transparent operations and honest communication.

Our reputation is built on trust and maintained through consistent delivery.

We believe in complete transparency on our processes, fees, and timelines.

This straightforward, ethical approach has helped us build lasting partnerships with both clients and candidates.

Persistence makes the difference: our commitment to seeing every search through is unwavering.

We draw on our military heritage to adapt and overcome challenges while maintaining our high standards.

This resilient mindset, combined with our strong work ethic, ensures we deliver results even in the most demanding circumstances.

Lasting partnerships are the cornerstone of our business.

We take time to understand not just the immediate requirements but the long-term strategic goals of our partners.

Our team-oriented approach enables us to support our clients through difficulties and to meet their evolving needs.

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Meet the Founder

Our founder combines military precision with deep industry expertise in the flavour, fragrance, and ingredients sectors. For over a decade, Jamie has been specialising in specific market segments, ensuring detailed understanding of both technical requirements and commercial dynamics. This focused approach allows us to provide unparalleled insights and connections within your specialist market.

Jamie Pickup

Jamie Pickup

Founder/Director