Upward Talent

High-Impact Executive Search & Staffing Solutions

When precision, speed, and accountability matter—Upward Talent delivers.

As the dedicated search and staffing division of LevelUP HCS, we specialise in placing high-impact professionals through agile, insight-driven recruitment solutions. Whether you're building a leadership team, scaling quickly, or solving for a critical vacancy, our recruiters move with the urgency and discipline today’s competitive market demands.

Powered by a proprietary tech stack and a diverse talent network, we deliver executive search, professional staffing, and interim hiring solutions that meet the moment—without wasted time or compromise on quality.

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Why Choose Upward Talent for Search and Staffing?

We are your partner for precision recruiting and fast results.

Specialist Search Expertise – At Upward Talent, we focus on mid-level to executive search and professional staffing services, leveraging a pre-vetted talent pool to deliver quality hires quickly.
Insight-Driven Recruiting – Make smarter hires, faster. Our recruiters use real-time talent intelligence and market data to align the right talent with the right roles—reducing time-to-hire and increasing retention.
Flexible Delivery Models – Upward Talent offers contingency search, permanent hire, and interim staffing, giving you the flexibility to scale without long-term contracts or upfront commitments.
Deep Industry Expertise – Our experienced recruiters bring extensive networks and domain knowledge across key sectors, including Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

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LevelUP has provided a very service-oriented team with an enthusiastic approach.

Hiring Manager, Multinational Financial Services Corporation

LevelUP has provided a very service-oriented team with an enthusiastic approach.

Hiring Manager, Multinational Financial Services Corporation

What makes us different?

Results-Driven Delivery

We operate with urgency—streamlining every step of the process to move quickly without compromising on quality. Our clients trust us to meet deadlines with the right talent in place.
Candidate Quality You Can Quantify

Every candidate we present is vetted for impact. From professional qualifications to cultural alignment, our recruiters focus on long-term value, not just short-term placement.
Intelligence-Led Search

We provide more than CVs. With proprietary talent data and market insights, we help clients make informed, strategic hiring decisions that stand up to scrutiny.
Accountability at Every Stage

We manage each search with rigour and transparency—from initial briefing to final offer. Our team owns outcomes, tracks performance, and delivers consistently across functions and business lines.

John Zozzaro

Managing Director, Upward Talent

With over a decade of experience in executive search and staffing solutions, John has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional recruitment outcomes across industries. Since joining LevelUP in 2016 as a Talent Advisor, he has rapidly progressed into leadership and now oversees a high-performing team of 25 recruitment professionals within the Upward Talent division.

As Managing Director, John leads national and international recruitment services engagements across sectors such as Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, and Professional Services. He brings a strategic, client-focused approach to talent acquisition, ensuring both speed and precision in every placement.

Guided by the values of accountability, empowerment, communication, resilience, and humility, John cultivates strong client relationships and consistently drives hiring success. His deep industry knowledge and commitment to delivering inclusive, high-quality hiring solutions make him a trusted adviser to organisations seeking top-tier talent.

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