Are you a growth, marketing or product expert? Start earning cash rewards to refer top talent

Build your A-team quicker, when you source talent through expert referrals.


Access our closed network of growth, marketing and product experts to hire top talent across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the UAE.

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No recruiters, only trusted referrals

The youknow Network is invite only. Our experts have insider insights, having executed the roles themselves. More importantly, their network grants them access to a pool of top talent.

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No recruiters

Better quality and fewer CVs

We ensure a focus on quality by limiting each expert's referrals. Finding the right candidate for each role, not filling quotas, is our top priority.

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Terms that work for you

Our competitive 10% fee is our commitment to your success. We're so confident in our matches that we offer a refund* if the candidate doesn't pass probation.

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Terms that work for you

How does it work?

Sign-up & request a job posting

Register in under 30 seconds and post your job! After a brief consultation call to learn more about your ideal candidate, we'll publish your post.

Candidate shortlisting and interviewing

Our industry experts will start referring candidates for you to shortlist and interview.

Offer, placement and payment

Once the candidate accepts and completes their first day, payment is made

youknow probation guarantee

If the candidate doesn't pass probation we will offer a refund.*

FAQ

Do you use recruiters?

No way! We only have top industry experts in our network. We believe that:

- Industry experience breeds unmatched understanding of the role.
- A real professional relationship with the candidate beats any recruiter tools, Linkedin search or CV.
- The best talent recognises talent.

Forget traditional recruiters, experience hiring through expert referrals.

What are the payment terms?

A competitive 10% fee, invoiced when the candidate starts the role.

We're so confident in our matches that we offer a refund* if the candidate doesn't pass probation.

Is there a cost to posting?

Zero!

How do you verify your industry experts?

We look for experts that have built teams in the past, come from leading global and regional companies, have over 10 years of experience and hold senior positions.

What happens if the candidate doesn't pass probation?

We refund you the 10% fee, less processing fees.

How long does it take for my job to be posted?

Once we've received your job posting, we'll schedule a consultation call to walk you through the hiring process, discuss your specific needs, and finalise any details. This typically takes a few days to complete

Do you help with the interview?

We help scope the role and draft the job description. Then, we conduct a screening call and submit a recommendation based on pre-agreed competencies. After that, we hand it over to you for your internal interview process.

How can I become an industry expert?

We are currently in BETA and our network is invite-only. In the meantime, please join our waitlist here.

How much will I get paid for a successful referral?

You will get 5% of the guaranteed annual salary (basic salary, housing, transport allowance).

Example:
If the candidate's guaranteed salary is 360,000 AED per year, then you would receive 18,000 AED commission.

When do I get paid?

Once the candidate passes probation and we have received payment from the employer, we will transfer the funds to you within 5 business days.

What criteria to do you use to validate experts?

First and foremost, no recruiters.

We look for experts that have built teams in the past, come from leading global and regional companies, have over 10 years of experience and hold senior positions.

Why can I only refer 3 candidates per role?

Our focus is on quality, not quantity. By limiting referrals, we ensure that each recommendation represents the cream of the crop.

What happens if I refer the same person as another expert?

We operate a first come first serve policy. Whoever gets the agreement from the candidate first to be referred will receive the commission.

Can I apply for a role myself?

Not directly. youknow isn't a job board, it's a referral platform.

However, if you know another youknow expert, then you can ask them to refer you.

Why are you contacting me?

You’re receiving this email because a peer has referred you to a role they think you would be great at!