Our story
Big-business expertise. A personal approach. Built for small businesses.
JobApt was founded on a simple belief: small and growing businesses deserve the same quality of recruitment support as the big players.
Where it all began
The idea for JobApt began in 2024. Having spent most of my career in corporate recruitment, I started to ask a simple question: what do businesses really need to attract, assess, hire and retain the right people? I had seen money poured into job boards without the knowledge or support to use them effectively. I had seen high agency fees that weren't always matched by meaningful service, and CVs passed across a virtual desk without enough understanding of the business or the person behind the application. I believed there was a better way. Growing small businesses deserve the same quality of recruitment expertise, care and attention as the bigger players, with support that fits their resources, ambitions and culture.
In 2026, I launched JobApt, bringing together my experience, sector knowledge and enthusiasm for helping businesses move forward. Through tailored consultancy, practical subscription solutions and carefully selected recruitment partners, JobApt gives businesses access to support that works around them. My approach starts with listening: understanding your business, identifying what you need and working together to make meaningful improvements. That might mean transforming your recruitment processes, strengthening your employer brand, planning your future workforce or coordinating support for an immediate hiring gap. At its heart, JobApt is about giving growing businesses the expertise and confidence to build stronger teams.
Attract. Assess. Hire. Retain. ~ Catherine Prosser, Founder & Managing Director ~
Our Mission
To transform recruitment for growing small businesses by making high-quality expertise and personal support accessible, helping them attract, assess, hire and retain the right people while staying in control of their decisions.
People First
We take time to understand the people behind every business and every application. Respect, inclusion and wellbeing shape how we work.
Progress with Purpose
We combine experience, fresh thinking and technology to solve real recruitment challenges. Every improvement should have a clear purpose and practical value.
Integrity Always
We believe in honest conversations, clear expectations and transparent costs. We recommend support that serves your business and take responsibility for our commitments.
Partnership that Empowers
We work alongside you, sharing knowledge and building confidence. Our services complement your business, giving you the support you need while keeping you in control.
Meet the team
A small, dedicated team with big ambitions for your business.
Catherine Prosser
Founder & Managing Director
Catherine founded JobApt with a simple belief: small businesses deserve the same recruitment expertise as larger employers. She brings 20 years in recruitment, with hands-on experience leading teams, creating recruitment strategies, planning workforce solutions and getting the best from recruitment partners.
Rachel Santi
Finance Director
Rachel brings 22 years of experience in accounts, specialising in management accounts and payroll. Fully AAT qualified and part-qualified with CIMA, she looks after JobApt's finances and helps us plan for growth.
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