What Exceptional Individuals does

Exceptional Individuals Ltd is a London-based, founder-led social enterprise that provides neurodiversity consulting, recruitment, and employment support to employers and to neurodivergent individuals. Founded in 2015 and registered in England (company number 09414017), the company targets dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, autism and adjacent conditions, operating with a 80% neurodivergent team of 11-50 staff headquartered in Holborn, London. Service delivery is organised around two customer segments: candidates, who access free or government-funded services such as CV review, a neurodiverse jobs board, Workplace Needs Assessments, neurodiversity coaching, a 7-session Career Training programme, and assistive technology advice; and employers, who pay for recruitment agency services, workplace audits, neurodiversity workshops, manager training, a 3-week HR Enablement Programme, and consultancy delivered against anchor engagements with Aviva, Ryman, Roche and other UK enterprises.

The platform layer is a web-based service delivery system: a public website with self-serve job board, 15+ neurodiversity screening quizzes, and the proprietary Spiky Profile assessment (a 20-question tool evaluating 6 categories: Analytical, Relationships, Situational, Numerical, Verbal, Visual), supplemented by video coaching, virtual workshops, and a fortnightly NeuroTalent newsletter reaching 20,000+ subscribers. Commercial mechanics are diversified: enterprise services price as professional services or annual subscriptions (e.g., £5,000/year Annual Partnership, £1,250-£1,750 per manager training session, £1,500-£2,400 per HR Enablement programme), while August 2025 introduced The EDGE membership at £25/month early-bird (rising to £30) for individual candidates. The company is registered as a UK Access to Work provider and holds Disability Confident Leader accreditation, with operations currently scoped to England, Scotland and Wales.

Name

Exceptional Individuals

Legal name

Exceptional Individuals Ltd

Website

https://exceptionalindividuals.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Exceptional Individuals is a London-based social enterprise providing neurodiversity consulting, recruitment, and employment support to employers and neurodivergent individuals (dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, autism). It operates a candidate platform with jobs board, assessments, and coaching, and sells recruitment, training, and consultancy to UK enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Neurodiversity Recruitment & Inclusion Consulting

NAICS

Employment Placement Agencies (561311), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (624310), Employment Services (5613), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Supported Employment & Job Coaching (EDAKANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Employment & Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Programs (EDAAAOAI), Job Placement, Matching & Career Navigation Services (EDAAAOAL), Employment & Job Readiness Support Services (BPAGAEAJ), Workforce & Job-Seeker Services (Community-Based) (EDAAAFAM), ADHD/Executive Function & Organization Coaching (Academic) (EDANAFAC)

Keywords

• Neurodiversity recruitment
• Employment support services
• Diversity consulting
• Workplace assessments
• Talent inclusion training

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Recruitment Services: Placement fees for matching neurodivergent candidates with employers. Includes job promotion, featured advertising, and access to candidate database.
2. Annual Partnership: Comprehensive partnership at £5,000 annually including unlimited role promotion, featured advertising, monthly community updates, employer branding, and ongoing support.
3. Manager Training: Group training sessions for managers covering neurodiversity awareness and practical support skills. Pricing varies by sector from £1,250 to £1,750 per session.
4. HR Enablement Programme: 3-week coaching programme for HR teams to build capability in coaching managers through neuroinclusive conversations. Priced at £1,500-£2,400 depending on organization size.
5. Neurodiversity Coaching: One-to-one, executive, and group coaching sessions for neurodivergent individuals. Funded through Access to Work government scheme or paid privately.
6. Workplace Needs Assessments: Assessments for neurodivergent employees to identify workplace adjustments. Free for eligible employees through Access to Work, or employer-funded privately.
7. The EDGE Membership: Career support membership programme for neurodivergent professionals at £25/month early-bird rate, expected to increase to £30/month.
8. Free Candidate Services: Free CV support, job coaching, resources, and workshops for neurodivergent job seekers. Funded through employer and Access to Work services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Exceptional Individuals provides neurodiversity consulting, recruitment, and employment support services to both neurodivergent individuals (CV support, jobs board, coaching, workplace needs assessments, career training) and employers (neurodiverse recruitment placement, manager training, HR enablement, workplace audits, and inclusion consultancy). Revenue is generated through employer-paid recruitment fees, tiered training and consultancy fees, an Annual Partnership subscription, and the EDGE membership programme, with many candidate-facing services free and funded via Access to Work.

Product overview

Exceptional Individuals is a neurodiversity-focused social enterprise providing a comprehensive suite of services for both neurodivergent job seekers and employers. The offering is structured as a platform of interconnected services: For candidates, the core products include CV support and submission to a neurodiversity-friendly employer database, the Spiky Profile assessment tool, Neurodiversity Coaching (covering 1:1, executive, and group formats), the Neurodivergent Jobs Board, Workplace Needs Assessments, Access to Work navigation support, the Career Training Programme (7 sessions), Mentoring (currently paused), Diagnosis Referrals, Assistive Technology Advice, Online Workshops, and a Resources Hub with quizzes. The EDGE is a newer monthly membership programme providing ongoing career and workplace support. For employers, the portfolio includes Neurodiverse Recruitment Services, Neurodiversity Workshops and Training, Manager Training (with 7 behaviour domains and 30-day check-ins), the HR Enablement Programme, Neurodiversity Consultancy (policy and HR guides with helpline), Workplace Audits, and Employee Support. All services are delivered by a team that is 80% neurodivergent, emphasising lived experience in service delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The EDGE: A practical career and workplace support membership programme for neurodivergent professionals and jobseekers, offering clearer direction, stronger confidence, and progress without masking or burnout. Early-bird access at £25/month, standard price £30/month.

Products and services

• Spiky Profile Proprietary visual assessment tool that evaluates strengths and areas for development across 6 categories (Analytical, Relationships, Situational, Numerical, Verbal, Visual) through 20 questions, helping neurodivergent individuals identify career opportunities.
• Neurodiversity Coaching Personalised coaching services including 1:1 coaching, co-coaching for managers, executive coaching, and group workplace coaching for managers and employees, designed to help neurodivergent individuals thrive personally and professionally.
• CV Support & Submission CV submission service that connects neurodivergent job seekers with a database of neurodiversity-friendly employers and provides free career coaching.
• Neurodivergent Jobs Board Job board advertising inclusive positions from screened neurodiversity-friendly employers, covering sectors including finance, automotive, retail, and professional services.
• Workplace Needs Assessments Impartial assessments conducted via video call to identify reasonable adjustments, accommodations, and support strategies for neurodivergent employees in the workplace; free through Access to Work for eligible employees.
• Access to Work Support UK government-funded scheme support service that assists neurodivergent individuals in navigating the Access to Work application process and securing workplace support grants.
• Neurodiversity Career Training Programme Seven-session 'Getting Career Ready' programme covering neurodivergent strengths, finding inclusive employers, CVs, disclosure, stress management, assistive technology, and interview practice.
• Neurodiverse Mentoring Mentorship programme connecting neurodivergent individuals with mentors; currently under review and on hold pending reevaluation.
• Neurodiversity Diagnosis Referrals Service connecting individuals with diagnostic providers for ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, OCD, and other neurodivergent condition assessments.
• Assistive Technology Advice & Training Advisory service and training for assistive technologies including speech-to-text software, screen readers, mind-mapping tools, and noise-cancelling headphones.
• Online Workshops Free online courses including LinkedIn Masterclass, Public Speaking, and Neurodiversity introductory workshops created by the neurodiverse team.
• The EDGE Membership Monthly membership programme offering practical career and workplace support for neurodivergent professionals, providing tools for communication, planning, interviews, boundaries, confidence, job search, and self-advocacy; early-bird at £25/month, standard £30/month.
• Neurodiverse Recruitment Services Employer-facing recruitment agency matching skilled neurodivergent candidates with inclusive organisations through audited processes and ongoing placement support; pricing includes £250 per job posting, £350 community update inclusion, £750 featured advertising, and a £5,000/year Annual Partnership.
• Neurodiversity Workshops & Training Workplace training programmes covering neurodiversity basics, unconscious bias, managing neurodivergent people, and specialist workshops on ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and dyspraxia; delivered to 1,200+ workshop engagements.
• Manager Training 90-minute manager capability training with 7 behaviour domains, scripts, and 30-day behaviour check-in to build skills in supporting neurodivergent team members; tiered pricing by sector (£1,250 charity, £1,500 public sector, £1,750 corporate).
• HR Enablement Programme 3-week coaching programme equipping HR teams to coach managers through neuroinclusive conversations, including diagnostic lenses, resistance coaching, and sustainable capability building; priced at £1,500-£2,400 depending on organization size.
• Neurodiversity Consultancy Expert consultancy offering policy advice, HR guides, and a dedicated helpline to help organisations develop inclusive neurodiversity practices.
• Workplace Audits Comprehensive reviews of employer recruitment strategies, policies, and workplace practices to identify barriers and recommend neuro-inclusion improvements.
• Employee Support Ongoing support services for employers with neurodiverse employees including strategy sessions, team awareness training, and adjustment implementation; delivered to clients including Aviva.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50 workers successfully onboarded with Ryman
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AvivacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership since 2019 for neurodiverse recruitment and staff support. Exceptional Individuals delivered training, webinars, created the Aviva Resources Hub, and established a helpline for neurodiversity support. Aviva approached with objectives to support existing neurodiverse staff and reach new neurodiverse talent pools.
• RochecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Partnership since January 2018 for neurodiversity audits of recruitment processes and organizational culture. Held employment conference in 2018 following successful audit work.
• RymancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Partnership since 2015 to improve neurodiverse talent recruitment. Successfully onboarded 50+ entry-level workers in Ryman stores. Partnership has improved turnover rates and created more diverse workforce aligned with company values.
• Man GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiversity workshop delivery for investment management firm. Man Group engaged Exceptional Individuals for informative and engaging neurodiversity training.
• KantarminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership with global data, insights and consulting company.
• Universal Music GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with world's leading music company.
• Financial TimesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership with global business publication.
• SSEminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiversity training workshops delivered for energy company. SSE reported sessions were brilliant, engaging, and informative.
• Ford Motor Group / TrustFordminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment through world's largest Ford dealer group for automotive sales and service roles.
• McCannminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with world's leading advertising agency network.
• LUSHminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Ian Solomon-Kawall for positive social change through creative projects. LUSH collaborated with Exceptional Individuals network for neurodiversity initiatives.
• UBSminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership with global bank.
• Department for TransportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with UK government department.
• The Law SocietyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership with professional body for solicitors.
• KingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with gaming company.
• University of LincolnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership with higher education institution.
• Bates Wells BraithwaiteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with law firm.
• UnltdminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership for social entrepreneurs with organization that finds, funds and supports social entrepreneurs.
• Dev SocietyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse hiring partnership with world's first not-for-profit team of developers, technology and digital experts for third sector.
• Theatre DeliminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with creative organization.
• StudiocanalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with film and TV production company.
• Endomol ShineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership with media company.
• KinapseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodiverse recruitment partnership.
• Berkeley PsychiatristsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for neurodiversity diagnosis services. TrustPilot 4.8 Stars (603 reviews), Google Reviews 4.8 Stars (409 reviews). Connected through Exceptional Individuals' diagnosis questionnaire platform.
• The ADHD Centre LondonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for ADHD diagnosis services. TrustPilot 4.7 Stars (270 reviews), Google Reviews 4.1 Stars (172 reviews). Connected through Exceptional Individuals' diagnosis platform.
• Eton PsychiatristsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for neurodiversity diagnosis services. TrustPilot 4.8 Stars (49 reviews), Google Reviews 5 Stars (21 reviews). Connected through Exceptional Individuals' diagnosis referral system.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Direct peers

• Auticon: Neurodiversity-focused IT and data consulting firm that recruits autistic and neurodivergent professionals as consultants. Directly comparable in mission (neurodivergent-led workforce serving enterprise clients) and overlaps in recruitment and workplace support.
• Genius Within: UK-based neurodiversity specialist offering coaching, workplace assessments, and training for neurodivergent adults and employers. Overlaps closely with Exceptional Individuals' coaching, assessment, and employer enablement services.
• Diversity & Ability: UK social enterprise providing disability and neurodiversity training, coaching, and consultancy to employers and individuals. Strong overlap with Exceptional Individuals' training and consultancy offerings.
• Specialisterne: Global specialist in neurodiversity recruitment and employment support with offices in multiple countries. Directly comparable to Exceptional Individuals' employer recruitment and assessment model, but at greater geographic scale.

Broad incumbents

• Aspirations: US-based neurodiversity employment and consulting firm with enterprise recruitment and corporate training programmes. Comparable in employer services but US-focused and broader in DEI scope.
• Reed (Diversity & Inclusion): Major UK recruitment agency with D&I-focused hiring services including neurodiversity recruitment. Adjacent incumbent competition with established employer relationships across UK enterprise.
• ManpowerGroup (neurodiversity programmes): Global staffing firm with explicit neurodiversity hiring initiatives providing assessments and inclusive recruitment partnerships. Comparable in employer services but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Remploy: UK-established disability employment services provider with a long history of placing disabled candidates. Pivoted from direct employment to employability services; broader in disability scope than Exceptional Individuals' neurodiversity focus.
• Hays (DEI/ND practice): Large generalist recruitment firm with a diversity and inclusion practice that includes neurodiversity recruitment services. Represents incumbent competition with far larger sales reach than specialist operators.

Emerging players

• ADHD UK: UK charity providing information and support for ADHD adults including workplace and employment guidance. Thematically adjacent—shares the neurodiversity employment mission but operates as a non-profit support body rather than a recruitment/consultancy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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