The Animal People Recruitment Company Returns to Crufts for the Third Consecutive Year!

Chris Whatling • January 24, 2024

CRUFTS 2024! We are BACK!

We are thrilled to announce that The Animal People Recruitment Company is back at Crufts for our third year in a row!


As we eagerly prepare for the 7th to 10th of March 2024 at the Birmingham NEC in Hall 2, Stand 24, our excitement is reaching new heights. This year promises to be even more special as we look forward to introducing our company to a broader audience than ever before.


At The Animal People, we take pride in our commitment to connecting top talent with brands in the pet industry. It's with great satisfaction that we share the news that 60% of the candidates we successfully placed in roles within pet-related businesses in 2023 came from outside the industry. This statistic speaks volumes about the diverse pool of skills and experiences that can contribute significantly to the growth and success of the pet, animal health and veterinary sectors.


Trade shows like Crufts provide us with the perfect platform to reach individuals from various walks of life, hailing from diverse backgrounds, industries, and possessing a wide array of skillsets. This diversity aligns perfectly with our mission to match the right talent with the right opportunities in the pet, animal health, and veterinary industries.


If you've always dreamt of a fulfilling career in these industries but feel overlooked, we invite you to visit us at Crufts. Our team will be on hand, ready to offer valuable advice and guidance. Whether you're a Customer Service Executive, Sales Representative, Marketing Professional, HR professional, Veterinary professional, or have any other skill set, there's a perfect job waiting for you in the industries we know so well.


Event Details:


  • Date: March 7th-10th, 2024
  • Location: Birmingham NEC, Hall 2, Stand 24


As we gear up for Crufts, we're especially excited to reunite with the clients we've had the pleasure of working with, many of whom will be exhibiting at the show. It's also an excellent opportunity for us to establish new relationships with businesses we admire within the pet industry.


To all potential clients searching for a specialist recruitment company like ours, specialising in finding top talent for pet, animal health, and veterinary industries, we've got you covered. Our expertise extends to identifying candidates with diverse skills and experiences to bring fresh perspectives to your team.


For more information about Crufts, visit Crufts Official Website.


We can't wait to make new connections, offer guidance to aspiring professionals, and continue our mission of being the bridge between exceptional talent and outstanding businesses in the world of pet, animal health, and veterinary. See you at Crufts 2024!


Connect with us on LinkedIn for updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses.


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