Smooth Professional Services is excited to announce the acquisition of RP Recruitment Partners, a specialist recruitment firm renowned for its expertise in technology and digital talent. This strategic move enhances our capabilities in high-demand sectors such as data centres, digital transformation, and innovation across the UAE and the broader MENA region.
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🤝 A Unified Vision for Growth
As part of this acquisition, RP Recruitment Partners will operate as a wholly owned entity of Smooth Professional Services. The integration brings over a decade of industry experience, deep client relationships, and a proven track record in delivering high-quality talent solutions.
Annil Chandel, Strategy and Advisory Partner at Smooth Professional Services, commented:
“This partnership is a major milestone in our mission to redefine recruitment solutions in the region. By integrating RP’s specialist expertise with our scalable, AI-powered delivery, we are well-positioned to deliver even greater value to our clients and candidates.”
Robbert Pauli, Founder of RP Recruitment Partners, expressed his enthusiasm:
“I’m genuinely pleased with this partnership, which gives us the opportunity to work alongside an established company in the UAE and an experienced team that shares our values. When I started RP, my goal was to create a recruitment business grounded in trust, relationships, and long-term impact. That focus on people-first recruitment helped us build strong partnerships across technology and digital sectors — and now, we’re ready to scale that even further.”
Robbert will take on a Senior Leadership role at Smooth Professional Services, contributing his extensive industry experience and leadership in the technology and digital sectors.
🌟 Strengthening Our Talent Solutions
This acquisition aligns with our commitment to providing innovative, technology-driven recruitment solutions. By combining RP’s specialized knowledge with our AI-powered approach, we aim to deliver tailored solutions that help businesses attract, retain, and grow their talent base in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
📞 Get in Touch
For more information or to discuss how our enhanced capabilities can support your recruitment needs, please contact us at enquiry@smoothprofessional.com.