Member Spotlight: Jaye Haynes, CEO, HarKaye Core Talent

Introduce yourself
I’m Jaye Haynes, Founder & CEO of HarKaye Core Talent. I’ve spent more than a decade in global talent acquisition, specialising in legal. A couple of years ago, my husband and I took a leap of faith and moved our family to Brazil with our two daughters, Katie and Halle. That move taught me a lot about resilience, adaptability, and what it means to create a business that works around family life as much as career ambition. We’re now back in the UK and growing HarKaye daily!

Career highlight
Building HarKaye Core Talent from the ground up has been one of my proudest achievements. Taking the business from an idea to a trusted recruitment partner for law firms and corporates has been hugely rewarding. Winning a MIMA Award was another career highlight — a moment of recognition that really validated the passion and effort behind what I do.

Name three words that describe your personality
Resilient, empathetic and driven.

What’s the best thing about pro-manchester?
The connections and community. Pro-Manchester creates space for collaboration, sharing ideas, and celebrating the successes that make Manchester such a vibrant city for business.

What are your priorities for 2026?

• Growing HarKaye’s reach across the UK and internationally.
• Supporting clients with smarter, more tech-enabled recruitment strategies.
• Balancing that growth with the flexibility to enjoy time with Katie and Halle.
• Strengthening our ties to Manchester’s business community while continuing to build globally.

What do you think are the most important things going on in Manchester at the moment?

• The city’s growth as a hub for legal, tech, and innovation.
• Continued investment in infrastructure and connectivity to support that growth.
• A real focus on inclusive recruitment and building workplaces where diverse talent can thrive.

Favourite meeting place in Manchester
Spinningfields — it’s central, lively, and has some fantastic spaces for both coffee catch-ups and more formal meetings.

Are there any particular types of businesses you’d like to meet?
I’d love to connect with:

• Ambitious law firms and legal services providers looking to scale.
• High-growth businesses in finance, tech, and regulated industries.
• Leaders who see recruitment as more than filling roles — but as a long-term strategy to shape culture and success.

Get in Touch

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07793 102461

LinkedIn: Jaye Haynes | LinkedIn