About Advocate Group | Consumer Product Recruiters

Advocate Group is the UK’s specialist consumer product recruitment agency for FMCG, food, drinks, CPG, fashion, health & wellbeing, homeware, toys & games, and beauty talent. As a comprehensive recruitment agency overview, our company profile highlights our consumer product recruitment agency background, Advocate Group history, mission and values, and the Advocate Group team and culture. 

Who Is Advocate Group?

Consumer Product Recruitment Agency Background

Founded to serve the food and drink industries as well as the wider consumer product space, our consumer product recruitment agency background spans permanent and interim placements across FMCG, CPG, beauty, fashion, health & wellbeing, homeware, and toys & games. We combine market expertise with data-driven insights to connect brands with high-impact professionals. 

Advocate Group Company Profile

About Advocate Group, we operate nationwide with global reach, offering tailored executive search and talent acquisition solutions. As a member of REC, our company profile demonstrates credibility earned through proven delivery of exceptional hiring outcomes on behalf of brands like Danone, Pernod Ricard, illy, Laurent Perrier, Diageo, Hain Celestial, Monster Energy, Princes Food Group, and Campari. 

What Services Does Advocate Group Provide?

FMCG & CPG Recruitment Solutions

Our core offering includes sourcing and placing talent across consumer product, FMCG, and CPG roles, from commercial and marketing to supply chain and manufacturing. We leverage proprietary salary benchmarking and talent pipelining to secure top candidates. 

Executive Search & DE&I Talent Acquisition

Specialising in executive search, we identify senior leaders who embody your culture. Our DE&I expertise ensures a fair and inclusive process, embedding equality at every stage of recruitment. 

How Long Has Advocate Group Been Recruiting in FMCG?

Advocate Group History Timeline

Since our founding in 2012, Advocate Group has grown through key milestones, from our first major FMCG assignment to launching sector-specific talent insights and international recruitment services. 

What Are Our Mission and Values?

Advocate Group Mission and Values

Our mission is to empower consumer product businesses with outstanding talent, guided by integrity, collaboration, and client focus. We uphold values that drive both candidate success and business growth.

Our DE&I Commitment

We champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by adopting best practices that ensure fair treatment and opportunity for all candidates, reinforcing inclusive cultures across every placement.

Who Are the Advocate Group Team?

Advocate Group Team and Culture

Our team combines specialist sector experience with a supportive culture that fosters ongoing development. We share a commitment to excellence and continuous learning.

Leadership & Expertise Showcase

Led by seasoned executives in consumer product, FMCG, and CPG recruitment, our leadership team drives innovation in hiring strategies and executive search.

FAQs

Q: What is Advocate Group’s history?

A: Founded in 2012, we’ve placed top talent across FMCG, food, drink, CPG and beauty sectors.

Q: Which industries do you specialise in?

A: We cover FMCG, food & drink, CPG, beauty & cosmetics, fashion, homeware, health & wellbeing, and toys & games recruitment.

Q: How do you ensure quality hires?

A: Our team combines sector expertise, rigorous vetting and DE&I best practices.

Q: How can I contact Advocate Group?

A: Use our contact form or call us to discuss your recruitment needs.

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