About Jak

With traditional professionalism and high standards we take a fresh approach and creative thinking to recruitment.

Jak are industry professionals with over a decade of experience in recruitment, architecture, interior design, design and build and furniture.

We aim to find, fit and flourish your career and our industry partners.

Partnering our extensive experience within construction and supporting industries we have fostered and continue to invest in long term relationships, whilst striving to maintain a fresh down to earth yet straight talking professional approach.

We proud ourselves in providing the same high level of quality over quantity to business no matter how big or small, and are always ready to partner with our clients to address the various challenges recruitments brings.

We approach each individual assignment with as much uniqueness and commitment as the last; listening, learning, and above all identifying the key requirements of both client and candidate. 

With over a decade of experience in recruitment, architecture, Interior design, both design & build and consultancy, and furniture we endeavour to find, fit and flourish the best talent to achieve highly successful and enjoyable careers, levelling them up alongside our industry partners.

Meet the Jak team

Oliver Tidmarsh

Founder / Director

London
oliver@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+44 784 148 9928

Glen Shepherd

Director

Dubai
glen@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+971 54 522 1559

Harry Watts

Head of Recruitment

Dubai
harry@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+971 58 574 8077

Harry Grigg

Head of Recruitment

Dubai
harryg@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+971 58 516 0781

Chingmin Yau-Jones

Senior Consultant

London
chingmin@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+44 735 424 9179

Muhammad D. Nayab

Head of Resourcing

Dubai
muhammad@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+971 58 589 5475

Sze Wei Lee

People Operations Director

London
szewei@jakconsultancy.co.uk

Kieran Shepherd

Head of Operations

Dubai
kieran@jakconsultancy.co.uk
+971 58 553 6021

Elaine Yeung

Marketing & Content Creative

London
elaine@jakconsultancy.co.uk

Oliver Tidmarsh

Oliver has worked in design, architecture, and furniture recruitment since 2006, partnering with leading firms across London, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. He has helped companies set up new offices , enter emerging markets, and grow sustainably—always focused on building long-term relationships that go far beyond hiring. He has always had a real love for design and take pride in connecting creative minds, Oliver is at the heart of JAK’s mission.

Outside of work, you’ll likely find him on a tennis or padel court, or planning his next travel adventure—always on the lookout for great design and inspiration.

Glen Shepherd

With over 20 years in recruitment, Glen brings a wealth of international experience—and a long-standing friendship with Oliver that spans more than a decade. After moving to Dubai in 2006 and later relocating to Singapore in 2017, Glen co-founded Jak Dubai with Oliver in 2024. Their shared values and complementary strengths continue to shape the company’s collaborative approach and global outlook.

A devoted (and ever-hopeful) Tottenham supporter, Glen is also obsessed with Padel and spends most weekends trying to locate his golf ball.

Harry Watts

Harry has over five years of experience in the design and build sector, working with both FTSE 500 companies and dynamic startups across the UK. He’s passionate about helping people grow into new roles and excels at building lasting relationships, both with clients and candidates. At Jak, Harry thrives on connecting talent and driving success through meaningful partnerships.

When not recruiting, he’s either at his run club in Dubai or unfortunately being a West Ham supporter, which sometimes keeps him on his toes more than being a recruiter!

Harry Grigg

Originally from the UK, Harry is a seasoned recruiter specialising in Chemical Manufacturing and Distribution. With over three years of experience across the EMEA region, he has a proven track record of connecting top talent with industry leaders and has played a key role in shaping workforce strategies and driving organizational growth. In 2025, Harry joined Jak to head up the Chemicals Business Unit, leveraging his expertise to drive talent acquisition, business development, and operational excellence across the sector.

Outside of work, he enjoys desert BBQs, hiking trails, and just about any sport with friends.

Chingmin Yau-Jones

With over 20 years of experience as an interior designer, Ching has worked on everything from iconic stadiums to high-end hotels and restaurants. Her technical expertise and eye for detail made her a trusted name in the field. At Jak, she brings that same precision and passion to recruitment—matching top-tier talent with leading companies.

Beyond work, she’s often running, training for Hyrox, spending time with her family, or diving deep (literally) in search of Hammerhead sharks.

Muhammad D. Nayab

Muhammad has over eight years of experience in construction recruitment, having worked with several major multinational firms. Known for his ability to understand candidate needs and deliver tailored support, he plays a key role in Jak’s candidate-first approach to hiring.

Outside the office, Muhammad is a passionate football fan, dedicated gamer, and lifelong supporter of Leo Messi and FC Barcelona.

Sze Wei Lee

Sze Wei has been immersed in architecture since 2002, shaping London’s commercial and hospitality spaces—first as a designer, then as a practice co-founder. Now at Jak, she uses her deep industry insight to nurture strong, high-performing teams, driven by her belief that the right people are the foundation of every great business.

Beyond recruitment, she’s passionate about food (always hunting for the next great meal) or tending to her garden—where her design sensibility and love for growth come together.

Kieran Shepherd

Kieran’s career spans 15 years across sales, construction, and events management. He began in car sales at 18 before transitioning into hands-on construction roles, eventually becoming a Site Supervisor in London. In 2024, he joined Jak and moved to Dubai to lead operations in the UAE—bringing operational efficiency and on-the-ground experience to the team.

Outside of work, you’ll find Kieran immersed in motorsport or following squash tournaments—his favourite ways to stay sharp and inspired.

Elaine Yeung

Elaine brings a multidisciplinary creative background to Jak, with experience spanning industries from architecture to craft beer. With expertise in art direction, photography, and both digital and print design, she shapes the visual identity of the brand through thoughtful and impactful storytelling. At Jak, Elaine combines her flair for design with a strategic marketing mindset to create content that connects and inspires.

When she’s not working, you’ll find her experimenting in the kitchen, cycling through country lanes, tending to her garden, or on the badminton court.