Juggle raises $2.1m from transatlantic investors to expand its flexible work platform
The funding round was backed by Social Capital, Oxford Capital and 7percent Ventures.
Juggle operates an online skills market that connects companies with mid and senior level professionals seeking flexible working arrangements. The platform aims to close the workplace gender gap by placing exceptional talent into senior roles.
Juggle has raised $2.1m in funding from a transatlantic group of investors to accelerate its mission of closing the workplace gender gap. The online skills market connects forward-thinking businesses with experienced professionals looking for flexible roles.
The investment will support the company as it expands its recruitment ecosystem and increases placements for women in senior leadership positions. Backers in the round include San Francisco-based Social Capital, Oxford Capital and 7percent Ventures, alongside several prominent angel investors.
The funding arrives as remote and flexible working arrangements become increasingly vital for the future of work. Juggle intends to use the capital to scale its operations and further develop its matchmaking platform.
From the founder
"As a successful former headhunter I was placing senior executives, and I saw exceptional employees leaving work to have a baby and struggling to get back in. Firms passed on perfect candidates because they were uncomfortable with bespoke arrangements. I knew things had to change, and I wanted to be the driver of that change. Employees aren't asking for anything revolutionary, just to be able to work in the way that's most efficient and productive for them. Flexibility enables people to maximise their energy and skills, and that's a huge benefit for employers once they realise it. The investment we've secured is a vote of confidence in something we already know is true."
Romanie Thomas
Founder and CEO at Juggle
Investor perspective
"The current pandemic will have a lasting effect on the way we work. We were already on the brink of a serious shift, and Juggle was ahead of the curve. Now as more employers and workers look at flexible working arrangements, Juggle is perfectly poised to help match businesses with the right talent and provide its extensive knowledge to make a success of flexible work. Data shows that more flexibility is good for everyone, and could have a monumental impact on the gender gap, as more exceptionally talented women can be placed into senior roles. Juggle has an incredible mission and a platform to make that mission a reality."
Andrew Gault
Founding Partner, Andrew Gault
Use of funds
- 01Scale operations
- 02Continue product development
