GC Angels led the pre-seed round to help develop the company software offering and expand the team.
"Remote working has boomed during COVID-19. We’re excited to help newly remote workers to discover their core values and work more productively with their teammates. By enabling us to recruit a new senior developer. And appoint Jess Jackson to our board. This investment will also strengthen the diversity of our already inclusive team. As we look to scale up in the UK and beyond."
The London talent platform secured Series C backing from Ontario Teachers and Accenture Ventures to accelerate global expansion.
"Changes to the way we work, shifting expectations of candidates, and the sheer pace of recruiting demands, have led organizations to rethink how they approach recruitment and retention. Enterprise talent teams are driving significant global transformation as they build towards this new future of work, and this investment will enable us to scale globally with growing demand and build the new category in enterprise technology."
The funding follows a previous backing in 2017 and aims to support team expansion.
"When everyone is working from different locations, it can be hard to manage and motivate sales teams. OneUp harnesses the power of data and brings greater visibility on performance, which in turn helps engage and motivate staff. It also injects an element of fun. This investment will enable us to further develop the system and reach a wider audience."
The funding round was backed by Mercia and Foresight through the Midlands Engine Investment Fund alongside private investors.
"The world of work is changing, with many people working remotely and using video calls or emails to communicate. WorkBuzz helps companies to navigate these challenges and build great cultures. Our vision is to improve the working lives of 1 million people, and this investment round will help us to make it happen sooner."