About Us

At Stride Recruitment we are industry specific specialist consultants who are here to guide you through your job search and the hiring process. We are dedicated to achieving your aspirations of growth from a business and professional perspective. We understand how important it is to make the right hire. We also understand that your place of work, must work for you! Our team at Stride Recruitment will be with you every step of the way. Get in touch with one of our consultants today.

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Our Team

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Ali Topan

Director/ Head of Mortgage Recruitment

Ali set up Stride Recruitment in the spring of 2022. Stride Recruitment creates an environment which provides the foundations for growth in which experienced recruitment consultants can thrive - achieving unparalleled earnings in a supportive environment, built on trust and hard word. Ali prides himself on his ability to create and maintain successful working relationships and his determination to help and actualise his, and others' visions of success.


Ali has exceptional clients with in the mortgage industry which he continues to work with and assist in their success and growth. Ali places C-suite hires as well as Junior and Trainee roles. Ali is committed to the consultants he works alongside and takes great pride in Stride Recruitment being a consultant-centric environment!


Ali also loves football, and spending time with family and friends.

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Rachel Pollock

Head of Specialist Finance | Bridging | Development | Commercial

Rachel is an incredible consultant, with extensive industry experience within Specialist Finance and Recruitment. Rachel goes above and beyond for both her clients and candidates and has an exceptional network; it's no wonder she is well-loved and appreciated by all who work with her. Rachel has over a decade of financial services experience which she has utilised and transferred into a very successful career in recruitment. Rachel is well-versed in placing senior hires and growing Specialist Finance teams with a focus on Bridging, Commercial, and Development lenders and brokerages.


If you're looking to grow your Specialist Finance team, whether it be on the lender or the broker-side Rachel should be your go to.


Rachel is a proud Mancunian and loves her fitness whether it be a run along the quays or a PT session in the gym!

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Ali Hussain

Head of Data Recruitment

Ali is a seasoned recruiter with a decade of experience working across the management consulting sector focussing on areas of business intelligence, data analytics and cloud technologies. He has recruited from analyst to C-suite level hires, dealt with a variety of stakeholders across multiple businesses. Ali uses a consultative approach to both clients and candidates and is focussed on achieving “win – win” for all involved. If you are considering a career move within data or wanting to scale your team, you should be working with a true expert. Reach out to Ali.
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Rich Hare

Head of Property Recruiment

​Rich is a seasoned professional with over 15 years experience with in the property industry. Rich has developed deep expertise in lettings, estate agency, property management, conveyancing, surveying, investment, Build-to-Rent (BTR), and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA). Known for his ability to build lasting relationships with clients and candidates, and assist in achieving their business aspirations and career goals. Rich provides a personal and consultative approach and has an exceptional network within property. When not at work Rich loves spending time with his wife and daughter, friends and family. Rich loves his exercise doing regular HIIT workouts, and exploring as many countries as he can. Rich brings a great energy to all he does!

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Matthew Taylor

Head of Facilities Management and Electrical & Mechanical Recruitment

Matthew brings with him nigh on a decade of  success and market leading experience recruiting with in the Facilities Management and Electrical and Mechanical space. Matthew has forged long-standing relationships and goes above and beyond to provide his clients and candidates service based solutions. Working with national and global outfits Matthew's career and success to date is well recognised amongst clients and industry peers.

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Sarah Wilkinson

Head of Legal Recruitment

Sarah has worked in the legal recruitment industry for the last 6 years, collaborating with leading national and regional law firms for their staffing requirements, from Paralegal to Partner level. Sarah has led and managed legal recruitment teams within this time, training and supporting more junior recruiters under her supervision. Prior to working in recruitment, Sarah was a practicing lawyer, specialising in residential and commercial property.


Sarah has vast industry knowledge and experience, having been both a candidate and client herself, during her time working in private practice.  Sarah has an extensive network throughout the UK and is trusted by both candidates and clients to find their perfect fit!

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time walking her dog, going to the gym, boxing and spending time with friends and family.





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Charlotte Flynn

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Property Finance Specialist

Charlotte brings with her multiple years of experience and success in a Senior 360 role, specialising in property finance. Charlotte has an incredible network and her focus is with in Bridging Finance, Development Finance, Commercial Finance, Buy-to-Let (BTL), and Residential Finance.


Charlotte is extremely personable, motivated, results-driven always putting her candidates and clients requirements at the centre of her work. Charlotte is a natural relationship builder and is dedicated to delivering great service and successful placements. Charlotte works with Junior Property Finance professionals, as well as placing COO's, CEO's & Directors.

Charlotte is North London based and an Arsenal fan! 
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Liam Harrison

Senior Business Intelligence & Data Recruitment Consultant

Liam is an IT sector specialist that has focused on Data and Analytics recruitment for the majority of his professional career. With over 3 years recruitment experience Liam started life in the industry as a Delivery Consultant, and soon progressed into a full 360 role, catering for clients and candidates alike.


Liam has gained a wealth of knowledge, experience, and success across Data Recruitment. Liam’s market knowledge is extensive and impressive he has a great understating of the wider sector. Liam's expertise is focussed on BI Development, Cloud Data Engineering and Architecture, and Data Science, and is the go-to recruitment consultant for organisations looking to unlock their Data potential.


Liam is lucky enough to be based in Barcelona, and is having a great time at present as an Aston Villa supporter!

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Kyle Keating

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Finance & Property

Kyle is a seasoned Senior Recruitment Consultant, who specialises in Finance & Property appointments. Kyle is a natural relationship builder and has an extensive professional network. Kyle is at the forefront of several mandates with a variety of key clients - placing professionals from middle management to executive board level appointments. Working with both large organisations and SME's, Kyle has a deep understanding of the organisations he supports and is able to find like minded candidates with the desired experience that can make a positive impact for his clients.


Outside of work Kyle enjoys spending time with his young family and plays football three times a week for different local 6-aside teams.
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