Let’s be honest. Recruitment isn’t always crystal clear from the outside.
If you’ve ever wondered what a recruiter does (other than lurk on LinkedIn and send messages with too many emojis), this is for you.

Whether you’re hiring for your team or quietly thinking about a move, this will give you a straight answer. No fluff. No sales pitch. Just a proper breakdown of how recruitment works in print, packaging and signage.

What do you actually do?

We match talent with opportunity in the print, packaging and signage industries.

That means spending time understanding what businesses really need. How they operate. What kind of people make a difference there? It also means speaking to people in the trade every day. Learning what they’re great at. What they want next. What they never want to do again.

Once we understand both sides properly, we bring the right ones together. No guesswork. No scattergun CVs. Just proper recruitment, done, well, properly.

Why would I use a recruiter instead of doing it myself?

You can do it yourself. Many do.

The question is whether you have the time, focus and reach to do it well. Finding the right person or the right role is not about job boards or lucky timing. It is about knowing where to look, what to ask and how to move quickly when it matters.

We already know the talent in print, packaging and signage. We already know the businesses. We bring speed, clarity and experience that saves time and avoids mistakes.

I’ve had a bad experience with recruiters before. What makes you different?

You are not alone. Recruitment has a reputation, and not always a good one.

We do things properly. We listen. We keep things clear. There is no pressure, no selling and no pushing people into roles that don’t fit. We will always be honest. If something is not right, we say so. That goes for clients and candidates.

This approach builds trust. That is the reason people come back to us.

Do you work with candidates or clients?

We work with both.

If you are hiring, we will help you find the person who can genuinely add something to your team. If you are open to new roles, we will help you find something worth making the move for.

Everything starts with a proper conversation. Nothing scripted. Just a chance to understand what you need and whether we can help.

What kinds of roles do you recruit for?

We are what you might call niche generalists.

Everything we do is within print, packaging and signage, so we know the space well. Within that, we recruit across a wide range of roles because we understand how the moving parts fit together.

That includes:

• Sales Directors, Account Managers and Business Development

• Production Managers, Studio Leads and Pre-Press

• Operators, Technicians, Engineers and specialist hands-on roles

• General Managers, Site Leads and Executive-level positions

We have placed people who run teams, people who run presses and people who run entire sites. If it is in this industry and it needs the right experience, we can probably help.

Are you industry specialists?

Yes. This is the only industry we work in.

M-TWO is built around print, packaging and signage. Matt, who runs the business, has spent over 15 years in the trade. He has judged national print awards, hosts the Jam in the Printroom podcast, and supports key industry events through sponsorship and involvement.

This is not just about branding. This is about credibility. We care about the future of the trade, and we make sure our work reflects that. It helps us ask better questions and give better advice.

You will not need to explain the difference between litho and digital or what a Zund is. We already get it.

Is there a charge to use you as a candidate?

No. Never.

If you are looking for a new role, there is no charge at any point. Our clients pay us to find the right person. Your only job is to be honest about what you want, what you don’t want, and what you bring to the table. We will handle the rest.

How confidential is it when going through the process?

Completely.

Whether you are hiring or looking for a new role, your information stays with us unless you agree otherwise. We never send CVs, profiles or business details without a clear go-ahead. No one finds out you are looking. No one gets approached on your behalf without your say-so.

Trust matters, especially in a close-knit industry like this.

How quickly does it take to find someone or a job?

It depends. Sometimes we move fast. Sometimes the right thing takes a little longer. It all comes down to timing, availability and how specific the brief is.

What we can promise is this: we will not waste time. We are always clear about what is realistic and how things are shaping up. You will not be left guessing or chasing updates.

The process moves quicker when there is trust, clarity and urgency on both sides. We help with that too.

How do we get started?

It is simple. Send a message, give us a call or connect on LinkedIn.

We will ask a few questions, talk about where you are now and give you a straight answer on whether we can help. There is no pressure and no script. Just a real conversation with someone who knows the industry.