"I’ve been using the LeadHootz system for 2 weeks now and can honestly say that I’m impressed by the amount of enquiries this has generated in that short time.
In our line of business finding new candidates can be challenging, particularly when there are so many of us around.
Trying to differentiate ourselves has always been a struggle, but this software has allowed to focus on what matters most, placing qualified candidates.
- Michael Rhodes, Managing Recruitment Consultant, Forward Role
Case Study: Forward Role Supercharges Growth with LeadHootz Recruitment Finder
"I’ve been using the LeadHootz system for 2 weeks now and can honestly say that I’m impressed by the amount of enquiries this has generated in that short time.
In our line of business finding new candidates can be challenging, particularly when there are so many of us around.
Trying to differentiate ourselves has always been a struggle, but this software has allowed to focus on what matters most, placing qualified candidates.
Just want to thank the LeadHootz team for a great product and customer service"
— Michael Rhodes, Managing Recruitment Consultant, Forward Role
Client: Forward Role
Industry: Marketing, Digital & Technology Recruitment
Location: Manchester, UK
Challenge: Scaling business development while maintaining a high-quality candidate pipeline in a competitive market.
Background
Forward Role has built a strong reputation in the UK recruitment space, particularly in marketing and digital roles. However, as the market became more saturated and client expectations evolved, the team needed a smarter, more scalable way to:
- Identify and engage new clients
- Source high-quality candidates faster
- Reduce manual effort in lead generation and outreach
Solution: LeadHootz Recruitment Finder
In early 2025, Forward Role adopted LeadHootz Recruitment Finder, an AI-powered platform designed to streamline recruitment workflows. The tool offered advanced lead generation, candidate discovery, and automated outreach—all in one place.
Impact
Business Development Transformation
- 4x increase in new business leads within the first 8 weeks.
- LeadHootz’s AI identified decision-makers actively hiring in Forward Role’s niche sectors.
- Automated, personalized outreach campaigns achieved a 45% response rate, leading to 7 new retained clients in Q1 alone.
- The sales team reported a 60% reduction in time spent on prospecting, allowing more focus on relationship-building.
Candidate Sourcing Revolution
- Access to real-time candidate data across multiple platforms helped uncover passive talent.
- Smart filtering and AI-matching reduced time-to-shortlist by 40%.
- Integrated CRM syncing ensured seamless tracking of candidate journeys and improved team collaboration.
Conclusion
With LeadHootz Recruitment Finder, Forward Role didn’t just improve efficiency—they unlocked new levels of performance. The platform empowered their consultants to work smarter, win more business, and deliver exceptional results to clients and candidates alike.