About US
The Job Board By Retailers, For Retailers
Let’s just say it as it is: retailers get a raw deal from job boards. They start off cheap but get expensive fast. And as the demand for talent has increased, so have the prices. So not long ago, we decided to do something about that. Switch Roles is the result. Crowdfunded by 50+ retailers and recruiters, Switch Roles is the sort of job board you always wished was out there but never was (until now). You send us your jobs. We take the hassle of hiring away. And while we’re growing, we do it for free.Together, we can take on the existing job boards. Together, we can cut the cost of hiring. Together, we can create a job board that treats retailers fairly.
Starts Free. Stays Fair. Does Good.
Cards on the table time (because transparency is really important to us): while Switch Roles grows, it’s free. It won’t stay that way. Eventually, everyone will have to pay a little. The big difference is what you’ll pay and how we’ll use that money.We promise that Switch Roles will always charge fairly and sensibly because that’s the whole point of our existence. We’ll use lots of that money to make Switch Roles better, so it benefits you. And we’ll use some of what we earn to support the wider retail community and retail charities that don’t often get a lot of attention.Fairness to retailers. Fairness to candidates. Fairness to our community. We think that’s fair.
Join the Switch Roles Community
We're in this for the retailers because we know the challenges everyone on the high street faces right now. Switch Roles is part of the Zachary Daniels family, and over more than a decade of specialist retail recruitment, we’ve seen how the landscape has become more challenging. Joining us on the Switch Roles journey is a team of people who are all retailers or ex-retailers, people who also know the reality of retail right now.Fortunately, we’re in a position to do something about it. Let’s do it together.Switch job board. Switch Roles.
Switch Roles: Created By…
Simon Childs
Simon joined the Theo Paphitis Retail Group as an intern to the Group CEO’s Commercial Exec. By the time he left 8 years later, he was Head of B2B & Education at Ryman. A shrewd, commercially focused marketeer, Simon launched his digital agency, Childsey, in 2020 and now leads a team of six specialising in digital marketing, media production and web design, including this site.
Zac Clements
Co-founder of Zachary Daniels, a recruitment company that, for more than a decade, has been busy reshaping the way retail recruitment is done. After a management role with IKEA, Zac switched focus to recruitment, building his experience, contacts and reputation with Hays and Michael Page, before building Zachary Daniels to become one of the most trusted names in the sector.
Danny Monfea
Co-founder of Zachary Daniels and a driving force behind giving the ZD team a stake in their success by making the business employee-owned in 2022. Danny started his retail career in back-office loss prevention with Woolworths and then BHS before moving into retail recruitment in 2007, leading teams for 360 Talent and Hays. In 2011, with Zac, he set about creating an entirely fresh approach to hiring.
And all these people…Switch Roles struck a chord within the industry. So much so that 50 other investors — all from retail, e-commerce and recruitment — got involved. You get the impression they’re onto something…
Just getting Started
Founded in Autumn 2023, we are starting with a bang, focusing on the retail, hospitality, and leisure markets where we see a tremendous opportunity for improvement. With our founders' extensive backgrounds in retail, consumer recruitment, and leisure, we have the perfect combination of expertise to shake things up.
Our platform will prioritise affordability without compromising on quality. With our innovative approach, we aim to streamline the search process and provide a seamless experience for both employers and job seekers.
We understand that switching roles or finding a new career path can already be overwhelming, so why should the job board itself add to that stress? Our platform will guide users through every step of the process.
What makes us different
As a job board that truly cares about the well-being and success of job seekers, we strongly believe in providing all the necessary information for them to make informed decisions.
It's not just about finding any job, but finding the right job that aligns with their goals and aspirations. That's why we encourage employers to provide detailed job descriptions that go beyond just the basic requirements. We want to see information about salary, benefits, and company culture because we understand that these factors play a crucial role in making the best career decision.
Imagine being able to browse through job listings and having all the information you need at your fingertips. You would have a clear understanding of what each position entails, what you can expect in terms of wage, and even get a glimpse into the company's culture. This transparency is invaluable. You no longer have to waste time applying for jobs that don't align with your expectations. Instead, focus energy on retail opportunities that truly excite them.
But our commitment to job seekers doesn't stop at providing detailed job descriptions. We also prioritise environmental responsibility, because we understand that our choices and actions have an impact on the world around us.
In an era where sustainability is essential, it's crucial for businesses to do their part in reducing their environmental footprint. That's why we actively promote companies that have environmentally friendly practices and initiatives.
So whether you're looking to list jobs, switch roles or kickstart your career, rest assured that we have your best interests at heart.