Netherlands-based talent platform YoungOnes is expanding its UK operations to Manchester, reports BusinessCloud. It is the company’s second city in the UK after launching in London in 2021. YoungOnes says it has seen almost 350 UK businesses sign up to the platform to find freelancers since 2021. The platform already assists a  number of big brands with their staffing needs including Nando’s, HelloFresh, IKEA and H&M.

YounOnes is the digital arm of the Dutch staffing firm, Young Capital.

YoungOnes is now setting its sights on the hospitality and industrial hotspot of the North. To launch its Manchester expansion, YoungOnes connected Manchester City Council’s Neighbourhood team with a squad of litter pickers.

“YoungOnes’ fantastic success in the Netherlands has continued since its launch in the UK and, as we reach nearly 7 million hours of work provided to our freelancers, we’re delighted to expand to the Northern powerhouse of Manchester,” said ‘city launcher’ Joe Loughlin, who is responsible for expanding the company’s presence in Manchester. “Since its launch, YoungOnes has connected countless businesses with quality freelancers, and we look forward to helping Manchester businesses do the same, across its thriving hospitality, retail and logistics sectors.” The platform is already working with Manchester businesses and connecting them with freelancers.