About Us

At the dawn of the digital era in 2009, we recognised a need for dedicated tech recruitment to match the increasing demand for niche skills. Since then, we’ve become one of the leading agencies in the tech industry, first within South Africa and now around the world.

our approach

We’re dedicated to building a future that starts at home. As a majority black-owned company, we believe in building dynamic, robust, inclusive teams. Our people-first approach helps us connect clients and candidates who are made for each other.

who we are

Our team is small but effective, with over 50 years’ of combined industry experience. We know how crucial positive relationship building is, especially in broad tech-dependent environments.
This is why we’re continually learning more about your business and our candidates – to find those perfect matches that grow into beautiful partnerships.

Our foundations are built on ethics, transparency and honesty, and we strive to reflect these values through everything we do.

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our technology markets

We represent an exceptionally large database of candidates and recruit across the full spectrum of positions in these technology markets:

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meet the team

Our passionate team has a deep understanding of how crucial positive relationship building is, particularly in such broad technology-dependent environments and are continually in search of the perfect match between client and candidate.

CEO
Lindsay Cowan

lindsay@acuityconsultants.jobs

Recruitment Director
Gary Silbermann

gary@acuityconsultants.jobs

Head of Recruitment & Business Strategy
Paige Rigby

paige@acuityconsultants.jobs

Recruitment Consultant
Daniel Goldberg

dan@acuityconsultants.jobs

Recruitment Consultant
Fay Rohland

fay@acuityconsultants.jobs

Operations Manager
Marja Kleyhans

marja@acuityconsultants.jobs

out and about with acuity

CEO

Lindsay Cowan

lindsay@acuityconsultants.jobs

Did I ever think I’d be running a recruitment company? Answer, NO! I started life washing dishes in Spain, selling water coolers in the UK and even had a stint as a terrible five a side football player (2 matches) which resulted in a broken arm after accidentally tackling my own teammate! I quickly acknowledged that I wasn’t suitable for any of the above and pushed forward with a career in IT before later returning to South Africa with my family in 2010. It’s important for me to use the word “returning” in this bio as it doesn’t matter how many times I tell my friends I was born in South Africa, I am still accused of being a walking, talking Pom! Hilarious and totally untrue, I think…

Fast forward to today and I am proud to be the CEO of Acuity. It’s been a tremendous journey – not only do I have a fantastic team at work, I am exceptionally lucky to have an amazing team at home also. My wife is unquestionably the brightest and kindest person I know, and I am a very proud father of two amazing/demanding kids. Between a full-on work and home life, I enjoy all things outdoors and can be found regularly pounding the tar running or cycling, in preparation for the next competition in SA or overseas. I am at my happiest when I cross the finish line and can celebrate with an ice-cold beer!

Recruitment Director

Gary Silbermann

gary@acuityconsultants.jobs

I’ve spent my career at the intersection of people, performance, and possibility – helping companies secure exceptional talent in some of the most competitive tech markets in the world.

As Recruitment Director and Managing Partner at Acuity Consultants, I work with organisations across South Africa and internationally to build high-impact digital and technology teams. Our focus is simple: connect genuinely outstanding people with businesses where they can do the best work of their careers. No fluff, no CV-flinging – just thoughtful, strategic recruitment done properly.

My perspective on hiring has been shaped by working across South Africa, the UK, Europe, and the US. That experience taught me how critical great talent is to business success – and how rare it is to get hiring decisions truly right.

Before recruitment, I spent more than a decade as a Chartered Physiotherapist in the UK, including serving as Clinical Director at The Harley Street Back Clinic in London. It may seem an unusual route into tech recruitment, but it gave me something invaluable: a deeply people-centric approach, strong diagnostic instincts, and an appreciation for the difference between surface fit and genuine long-term alignment.

I still approach hiring the same way I approached clinical work – with curiosity, honesty, and a focus on outcomes. Titles and CVs are easy. Understanding motivations, potential, and cultural fit takes more work – and that’s where the real value lies.

I’m particularly interested in how the world of work is changing: the evolution of tech talent, the realities of the graduate market, hiring economics, and the sometimes uncomfortable truths about recruitment and employability. I share candid views on these topics regularly and enjoy conversations that challenge conventional thinking.

At heart, I’m a builder of relationships, a realist about the labour market, and someone who believes that great hiring decisions change the trajectory of both businesses and lives.

If you’re building a serious tech team – or thinking about your next meaningful move – I’m always open to a thoughtful conversation.

Head of Recruitment & Business Strategy

Paige Rigby

paige@acuityconsultants.jobs

After graduating from Stellenbosch University with a BA in Political Science and Philosophy, I was faced with the pivotal decision that every graduate faces: what path to pursue next. With a passion for people, networking, and the commercial world, recruitment became the perfect fit. Joining Acuity Consultants allowed me to combine all of my strengths—relationship-building, problem-solving, and strategic thinking—into a rewarding career.

Specializing in IT recruitment, my focus is on connecting clients with exceptional talent in Engineering, Analytics, and Product roles. By leveraging both personal and company networks, the goal is to help organizations navigate evolving market trends, ensuring their recruitment strategies are not just effective but also aligned with their long-term business goals.

At the heart of my approach is the facilitation of introductions that lead to meaningful, long-term relationships—strategic investments in human capital that drive lasting impact. Through strategic consulting, I partner with clients to refine their hiring processes, enabling them to make data-driven decisions that keep them competitive in a dynamic market.

I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the brightest minds in the industry and look forward to continuing to do so.

Recruitment Consultant

Daniel Goldberg

dan@acuityconsultants.jobs

As a Journalism, Media Studies, Economics, & Enterprise Management graduate, I could never quite figure out where my passions lay. All I knew was that I was obsessed with processes. I loved running small businesses, but more so I loved to learn about the world of business.

While studying at Rhodes University, I founded my own small photography recruitment agency in Makhanda, Eastern Cape! Because of this, when the opportunity to join Acuity arose, I just knew this was my calling.

I believe loyalty and commitment are some of the most important values in life and I try to mirror these in all aspects of life.

Recruitment Consultant

Fay Rohland

fay@acuityconsultants.jobs

As a Psychology and Sociology graduate, I’ve always been fascinated by people—what drives them, how they think, and what helps them thrive. My career has taken me through various roles, but one thing has remained constant: my passion for understanding and connecting with others.

Whether in recruitment or other fields, I’ve found my greatest fulfilment in helping people reach their full potential. I believe in building strong, lasting relationships—both personally and professionally—and I bring that same commitment and enthusiasm to everything

Operations Manager

Marja Kleyhans

marja@acuityconsultants.jobs

Did I ever think I’d be running a recruitment company? Answer, NO! I started life washing dishes in Spain, selling water coolers in the UK and even had a stint as a terrible five a side football player (2 matches) which resulted in a broken arm after accidentally tackling my own teammate! I quickly acknowledged that I wasn’t suitable for any of the above and pushed forward with a career in IT before later returning to South Africa with my family in 2010. It’s important for me to use the word “returning” in this bio as it doesn’t matter how many times I tell my friends I was born in South Africa, I am still accused of being a walking, talking Pom! Hilarious and totally untrue, I think…

Fast forward to today and I am proud to be the CEO of Acuity. It’s been a tremendous journey – not only do I have a fantastic team at work, I am exceptionally lucky to have an amazing team at home also. My wife is unquestionably the brightest and kindest person I know, and I am a very proud father of two amazing/demanding kids. Between a full-on work and home life, I enjoy all things outdoors and can be found regularly pounding the tar running or cycling, in preparation for the next competition in SA or overseas. I am at my happiest when I cross the finish line and can celebrate with an ice-cold beer!