Vinokelly connects the UK drinks industry’s top talent with the companies defining wine, spirits, and innovation. Strategic, insightful, and relational — we place people who strengthen businesses, not just fill roles.
OUR Services
Whether you need to hire outstanding drinks industry professionals, or are looking for insights on the drinks jobs market, we can help you:
Use our know-how and extensive networks to find and hire exceptional drinks professionals.
Candidate-led approaches to specific companies.
Are you paying the right salaries?
At Vinokelly, we run a salary survey throughout the year across our drinks sectors as well as gathering information on the UK drinks market.
As we are continuously working on searches and making placements, all our information is up to date, giving you the essential insights you need.
Making a lot of placements and want a more cost-effective service?
Our retained search service is based on a monthly retainer to take on all or a significant portion of your recruitment over a set time period, often a year at a time. Placements are set off against the monthly retainer.
OUR MISSION
It is fair to say that as an industry, there are not many specialist drinks recruiters who truly understand the industry and how it is constantly evolving.
That’s why we started Vinokelly – to use our deep drinks industry knowledge to help get the right people in the right roles to sell, market & promote the amazing products that the industry has to offer.
The UK drinks industry is evolving fast. Success no longer depends on pedigree or prestige alone — it depends on leaders who combine expertise, cultural insight, and commercial acumen. At Vinokelly, we identify candidates who drive real business impact, whether for boutique importers, large-scale distributors, or innovative disruptors.
Co-Founder
A respected former wine industry professional, Gareth has worked for wineries, agencies, Blue Chip corporates and retailers in Spain, South Africa and the UK.
With outstanding contacts in the UK, EU and beyond, Gareth has his finger on the pulse and can access and distill valuable information through many channels. Did you know he speaks Spanish and Italian, but hates cheese!
Co-Founder
A highly experienced head-hunter for 17 years in the Financial & Global Commodities recruitment markets of London, and an alumnus of the London School of Economics. Elizabeth moved into to the wonderful world of drinks in 2015.
Her approach with candidates and clients alike is based on diligence, rapport and authenticity.
Did you know that she speaks French & Farsi, is keen to see the cherry blossoms in Japan and loves playing the piano?
We make hiring the right drinks talent easy. Our happy clients depend on us to deliver on time in full
We have deep knowledge and networks within the drinks trade, and give you access to our talent base
We're quick to understand your needs, and deliver better shortlists, in less time than other firms
Often recruiters charge fees that don't offer fair value. We pride ourselves on our integrity and sensible fees
Testimonials
HIRING made easy
A targeted and accurate shortlist saves a lot of time and frustration when employing new staff. We do all the screening and checking before presenting you with exactly what you have asked for.
Our talent distillation process is ready and waiting for you.
Get in touch (we’re a friendly bunch), and let’s see how we can help you find the perfect people for your business.
