With over 12 years’ experience delivering recruitment solutions across sectors facing skill shortages and high market competition, Louis Buttrick has built a reputation for providing transparent, efficient service through his consultancy, Willow Recruit.

Based in Yorkshire, Willow Recruit specialises in placing finance and accountancy professionals across the region. Louis works across interim, contract and permanent roles, supporting businesses with long-term recruitment strategies, and offering job seekers clear market insight and honest advice.

When it came to choosing a funding partner, Louis had already worked with some of the bigger names in recruitment finance. But after joining Sonovate, the difference was clear.

“We’ve been using the Sonovate platform for the last few months and have been really blown away by how it works compared to other offerings.”

Value from day one

At first, Louis had reservations about the platform fee. However, the value became clear almost immediately.

“It paid for itself in the first month. The transparent nature of how Sonovate operates is a breath of fresh air.”

What stood out for Louis was the control the platform gave him. The ability to run his own credit checks and receive fast responses allowed for better decision-making and client planning.

“Being able to request different credit limits and payment terms really helps build a picture of your client and gives you an insight into their financial health.”

Designed with growth in mind

For a growing recruitment business like Willow Recruit, tools that support commercial confidence are essential. Louis found that Sonovate’s platform helped flatten out cash flow challenges and enabled him to keep moving forward without delay.

“As a permanent offering, it’s brilliant. Payment is prompt and I haven’t even had the chance to use the temporary side yet.”

More than a platform

Beyond the product itself, the support from the Sonovate team has been a key part of the experience.

“The customer executives really know their stuff and come back to you within hours. It feels more like a business partnership than any other commercial relationship I’ve had in the last ten years.”

Louis also credits his experience with Sonovate’s team for helping him feel fully supported through those first few placements, describing the relationship as straightforward, detail-oriented and aligned with his business goals.

“I wouldn’t consider anything else now. These guys are fantastic at what they do.”