Meet Ben Curle – building a career in recruitment and launching Ambition’s New York office.

In this video, Ben Curle shares his journey from sales into recruitment, and how Ambition gave him the platform to grow into leadership and launch our New York office.

From discovering a passion for relationship-driven work to building and leading a team in the U.S., Ben reflects on the people, culture, and opportunities that have shaped his career over the past 13 years.

His story highlights what’s possible when you combine ambition with the right environment, one that supports development, values collaboration, and encourages long-term success.

If you’re looking to grow your career in recruitment or explore opportunities in the U.S. market, Ben’s journey offers a great insight into life at Ambition.

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Transcript

"Ambition has given me the platform to develop, become a manager, and then start the New York office."

Hi, I’m Ben Curle, Associate Director at Ambition, heading up our New York office and U.S. business.

What was your background before Ambition, and what attracted you to recruitment?

After university, I started my career in sales and spent a couple of years there. I really enjoyed the people side of the role—building relationships, understanding clients—and that’s what ultimately led me into recruitment around 13 years ago.

When I came across Ambition, the brand really stood out. It was clearly a market leader within professional services. But what really made the difference was the people I met during the interview process. It felt like a business I could see myself growing with.

How has your career evolved at Ambition?

I joined as a Senior Consultant, and since then, Ambition has given me the platform to continuously develop.

I’ve been able to grow within the Legal Marketing and Business Development space, step into management, and build leadership skills. Ultimately, that progression led to the opportunity to move to the U.S. and launch our New York office.

That journey—from consultant to Associate Director, and from London to New York—is something I’m incredibly proud of.

What do you enjoy most about working at Ambition?

First and foremost, it’s the people.

Working with talented, driven, and supportive colleagues makes a huge difference day to day. It’s one of the main reasons I’ve stayed here for so long.

There’s also a strong focus on development. Whether it’s technical expertise in your market or leadership skills, there’s always an opportunity to learn and progress.

And finally, the brand—we truly have some of the best people in the market doing this kind of recruitment.

How would you describe the culture at Ambition?

The culture strikes a great balance.

There’s a real focus on high performance and high standards, but it’s equally collaborative and supportive. Everyone wants to succeed individually, but there’s also a genuine desire to see colleagues succeed too.

When the team performs well collectively, everyone benefits—that’s a big part of how we work.

What makes Ambition different?

We’re a people-first business.

We care about our employees, but we also care deeply about the experience we provide to clients and candidates. It’s hugely important to us that everyone we work with has a positive experience.

That focus on relationships and long-term partnerships is what sets us apart in the market.

What training and development is available?

Learning and development is continuous at Ambition.

For those new to recruitment, we provide tailored training programmes that cover the fundamentals and build from there. We recognise that everyone learns differently, so support is adapted to the individual.

For more experienced consultants, particularly in the U.S., there’s a strong focus on running a full 360 desk and continuing to refine your approach. We also work with external training providers to complement our internal development.

It’s not just about getting started—it’s about evolving throughout your career.

How has being part of an international business shaped your experience?

Being part of an international group opens up a huge amount of opportunity.

You can build and maintain relationships with clients across London, New York, Asia, and Australia, which mirrors the global nature of our client base.

On a personal level, it’s also something that creates opportunities you wouldn’t otherwise have. Moving to New York and building a business here is something I wouldn’t have experienced without Ambition.

What advice would you give to someone considering joining Ambition?

If you’re looking for a business where you can genuinely grow, develop, and be supported—this is a great place to be.

We’ve got ambitious plans to continue growing our New York office, and we’re always keen to speak with people who want to be part of that journey.

If you’re interested, I’d be happy to have a conversation and share more about what we’re building here in the U.S.

About Ben Curle

Ben Curle is an Associate Director at Ambition, leading our New York office and U.S. business. He specialises in Legal Marketing and Business Development recruitment, working closely with firms across the professional services sector.

Inspired by Ben’s story? Join us

Whether you’re an experienced recruiter, exploring a move into leadership, or considering an international opportunity, Ambition offers a platform to grow your career.

Join us and be part of a business where you can develop, lead, and make a real impact.

👉 Get in touch with Ben to learn more about life at Ambition US.

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