Working for a Kernel Brand
Kernel is a collection of high-potential recruitment businesses; Dartmouth Partners, Pure Search and Catalyst Partners. Our teams are specialists in their markets, creating a global network of leading recruitment brands.
Being part of Kernel means putting people and relationships first. The success of our clients is always our top priority, achieved from our commitment to providing an exceptional human experience.
When you join Kernel, you benefit from a global collective of expertise, infrastructure, and innovation to create the ideal environment for professional growth.
The Kernel Story
1999
Pure Search founded
2008
Pure Search launch Hong Kong office
2012
Dartmouth Partners founded
2016
Pure Search launch New York office
2018
Dartmouth Partners secures first round of private equity backing from Literacy Capital
2019
Dartmouth Partners acquire Pure Search
2019
Kernel established as parent company of the Group
2023
Kernel secures second round of private equity backing from Three Hills Capital Partners
2021
Dartmouth Partners launch their first US office
2023
Kernel launch The Classroom to Boardroom Foundation
2024
Specialist recruitment brand; Catalyst Partners is launched
2024
Catalyst Partners launch in the US
Find out what's happening at Kernel:
Kernel careers
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Junior Recruitment Consultant, Early Careers (New York)Dartmouth Partners · New York · Hybrid
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Recruitment Associate - Early CareersDartmouth Partners · London · Hybrid
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Associate Director, Reward & AnalyticsCatalyst Partners · London · Hybrid
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Associate Director, People & TalentCatalyst Partners · London · Hybrid
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Recruitment Consultant - Private Equity Portfolio PracticeDartmouth Partners · Charlotte
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