Culture & Stories
Celebrating our journey and the experiences of teams at Caspian One
In 2004 Marcus Graziano, a highly reputed recruiter in the financial markets - set out to create a business that would stand apart from industry norms; defined by its people, partnerships, and integrity. Now close to two decades later, Caspian One is a multi-million-pound turnover business; successfully meeting the resourcing needs of clients - throughout the FinTech and Broadcast Media industries.
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Three divisions,
two industries…
one team!
Our story began within the UK’s Financial Institutions. We later diversified into the Broadcast industry - offering an agile business model that would enable us to adapt to changing market conditions, technologies and client demands with ease.
In 2010 we expanded our reach into North America, establishing Caspian One in Toronto and Montreal. Today, we’re working with hundreds of international clients, providing a consultative approach to permanent, contract and project-led capability resourcing; guided by analytical insights, industry intel and earned partnerships.
Team:
FinTech UK
Headed by Director Adam Vipond and managed by Co-Heads, Ben Rutter and Phil Staples the UK FinTech division support 60+ clients, spanning the traditional Capital Markets, Financial Institutions and Investment Banks, Information Providers, Hedge/Prop Funds, Retail Banks and frontier tech start-ups.
This division seeks people with a passion for career ownership. Dedicated, well presented, confident, and articulate professionals that are ambitious - without being arrogant. People that are motivated by high-value goals like homeownership, that can demonstrate common sense with the abilities to qualify and comprehend complex technical subjects - and an accountable, problem-solving mindset.
Team:
Broadcast Media
Director Lee Barnett is responsible for Caspian One’s Broadcast Media and Entertainment Technology division. To date, the team have placed over 1,000 broadcast technology professionals in mid to senior-level positions at Broadcasters, Content Owners, Telcos, Equipment Manufacturers, Service Providers, System Integrators and Resellers; meeting clients permanent, short-term and complex hiring requirements.
This division looks for people that take responsibility for their careers; socially confident, self-motivated and quick to adapt. People who can confidently communicate with anyone from any walk-of-life, while demonstrating a genuine interest in the lives of people they support. We look for accountability, ambition, the intelligence to comprehend technical subjects and the ability to intuitively ask the ‘right’ questions.
Team:
North America
Led by Manager Danielle Gray and overseen by Founder, Marcus Graziano the North American division is deeply rooted within the unique tech communities found throughout Toronto and Montreal.
Being the financial hub of Canada, Toronto offers an abundance of talent. In comparison, Montreals’ more startup focused community is at the forefront of the latest and most exciting technological innovations.
This division looks for people that show passion for their careers. Professionals who are committed, confident and articulate - with common sense and the ability to qualify requirements, whilst comprehending complicated technical subjects. The team covets problem solvers and those who are motivated with a willingness to learn.
The Silicon
South Coast
Our headquarters are in the seaside town of Bournemouth, on the UK’s south coast. From our offices, we are able to reach London in under 2 hours, with the train station just 10 minutes walk away. At the same time, a brief walk in the other direction takes you to the 5th best beach in Europe!
That’s not to say we’re all beach-bums; there is much more to our town than just sand and sea. Bournemouth is a vibrant tech hub with a fast-growing digital economy that’s attracting significant investment.
* Video by local tourism group, Love Bournemouth
In 2019, 28% of all new businesses in Bournemouth were tech startups and the location, adopting the nickname ‘Silicon Beach’ has a long history with FinTechs, software firms and digital agencies.
Travel, charity
and events
Caspian One’s culture and values expand far beyond the walls of our offices.
Regularly you’ll find our people in the City of London or travelling internationally; for industry events in Amsterdam, Las Vegas and Germany - or to meet with clients across North America, Europe, APAC or even further afield.
At home, we’re involved with a number of charities and local communities, taking part in and sponsoring various events, fundraisers and similar activities. Learn more on our social responsibility page.
We also run a number of annual events - from skiing in Morzine, France to European summer holidays, incentive days out, kick-off company parties and more besides.
Our stories
The average employment tenure at Caspian One is 4.5 years - with our employees collaborating to share a combined 171 years of recruitment experience, knowledge and capabilities. Below you’ll find interviews with our people; those who have crafted highly successful careers at Caspian One, starting from the ground up - now rewarded in ways that extend far beyond just financial returns.
Started in January 2012 | Manager - Canada | Read interview >
“In my opinion, our team is the strongest it’s ever been today. We’re way more collaborative and everything in the division is an open book; we know how everyone's doing and can hold each other accountable. It’s very much a case of working as a team rather than as individuals…”
Started in January 2021 | Consultant - FinTech | Read interview >
“I’d got myself built up and ready to go into the office the next day, only to get a message from Pete saying “word of warning, keep an eye on the news and see what the situation is”. Next thing I know we find out we’re going into another lockdown…”
Started in August 2019 | Finance Director | Read interview >
“For me, I really didn't think that I'd be able to find that family, friendly, pleasant working environment again – but actually, I don't think that could be further from the truth. It's fun at Caspian One, we have many laughs, we do a lot of work, but it feels like a family which means you go that extra mile.”
Started in March 2019 | Senior Consultant - North America | Read interview >
“Success for me is about doing all the basic stuff right, every single time. Not slacking on anything, not ever having days where you think “I’m not going to do much today”. For me if you’re going to be at work, you may as well work hard.”
Started in August 2017 | Senior Consultant - Broadcast | Read interview >
“It's a supportive, high energy culture and it's a place where - if you're prepared to bring your A-game and put the work in, you will be rewarded. Ultimately it's the people at Caspian One that make it a great place to work.”
Started in August 2014 | Operations Manager | Read interview >
“I’d heard a lot about Caspian One from my friend, and it seemed like a really exciting place to work. She was really happy and fulfilled in her career, and would rave about the people here, which is what attracted me most.”
Started in April 2014 | Key Account Manager | Read interview >
“I think recruitment is more challenging than most people realise. There are lots of different day to day demands; I don't think you're ever the 'finished article'. I quite enjoyed that aspect, the learning side of recruitment.”
Started in January 2013 | Co-Head FinTech | Read interview >
“Prior to Caspian One, I was working as a new business manager for a small boutique insurance firm that dealt with event insurance. The job was - okay. I just... I wanted more. I got to a point at that company where I just thought “what's next?” - but couldn't see a future within that job. ”
Started in July 2011 | Senior Business Manager - North America | Read interview >
“Today my role allows me to wear many hats like senior delivery for a number of major accounts, business development for both new and existing clients, as well as hands-on recruitment for project managers, directors, senior management and developers.”
Started in April 2011 | Co-Head FinTech UK | Read interview >
“When dealing with people the only thing for sure is unpredictability. Just trust in the company and those senior people that you surround yourself with. Know that they will steer you in the right direction and give you the best advice - because they've lived it.”
Started in November 2009 | Head of Strategic Accounts - Broadcast | Read interview >
“There were times in the first 9 months I questioned whether actually, this is right for me. But getting out of bed, going into the office the following morning, picking up the phone… that built my resilience and taught me to change tact or do something differently.”
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