Meet James Ross – CFO of QuickTeam

James Ross is a qualified Chartered Accountant who thrives on bringing originality and modern technology into traditional business. With experience in the multinational corporate world, he has spent the past three years immersed in the start-up space, helping U.S.-based companies scale and evolve beyond financial management. Passionate about travel and global connectivity, James enjoys meeting like-minded individuals who challenge the status quo and seize opportunities for innovation.

Who is QuickTeam, and Why is Their Work Vital?

QuickTeam is a global remote talent company headquartered in New York, with a mission to provide affordable and equitable staffing solutions to the international market. With offices in the U.S., South Africa, and the Philippines, and talent pools spanning five continents, QuickTeam is one of the fastest-growing and most innovative staffing startups.

As global industries struggle to balance demand and supply, many sectors (such as healthcare), face staffing shortages due to economic and political instability. Small business owners also lack the time or expertise to scale their businesses effectively. QuickTeam bridges this gap by leveraging technology and a dedicated team to source top-tier talent and fill positions within 24 to 48 hours, while managing administrative duties seamlessly. Their vision is simple yet powerful: regardless of culture, background, or location, talent should be recognised and rewarded with opportunity.

How QuickTeam Works: A Practical Example

One of QuickTeam’s most sought-after services is their Executive Assistant programme, which connects high-level South African talent with C-suite executives. Many executives hesitate to hire additional personnel due to stringent regulations and high costs. QuickTeam simplifies this process by either:

1. Sourcing new talent through an extensive vetting process, or
2. Offering candidates from their existing, highly skilled talent pool.

Once selected, the executive assistant is trained to fit seamlessly into the business, allowing executives to scale efficiently without navigating complex recruitment processes or country-specific laws. Additionally, QuickTeam continuously upskills and supports their professionals, ensuring long-term growth and value for businesses and talent alike.

Challenges as a Startup

Transitioning from startup to scale-up is one of the most demanding yet rewarding phases for any business. For QuickTeam, refining their product and processes was just the beginning. Scaling required them to innovate continuously; adding new staff, maintaining company culture, and ensuring capacity to onboard larger clients. While the journey has had its hurdles, the team embraces each challenge as a learning opportunity that fuels their success.

Exciting News from QuickTeam

As they step into the new year, QuickTeam is thrilled to announce the expansion of their services and talent pool. Their growing portfolio now includes professionals across multiple industries.

They’ve also extended their talent-sourcing reach to include professionals from South America and South Africa, strengthening their ability to match businesses with the best candidates globally.

To reward their growing network, QuickTeam has also launched a Referral Programme, offering Amazon vouchers as a token of appreciation for successful referrals. These new developments showcase their commitment to continuous growth and innovation in the staffing industry.

What’s on Their Growth Wishlist?

For 2025, QuickTeam’s primary focus is team expansion. While they specialise in sourcing exceptional talent for others, they recognise the importance of growing their own leadership team to support their increasing demand. With plans to double their workforce, they’re poised for even greater impact in the staffing industry.

Doing Business in South Africa

QuickTeam’s presence in South Africa has been a game-changer. Their discovery of the country’s exceptional talent pool has led to successful placements in fast-growing U.S. companies and even internal leadership hires within QuickTeam itself. As their foothold in South Africa strengthens, they anticipate further expansion, reinforcing their commitment to connecting the world’s best talent with top-tier opportunities.

Welcome to Innovation City, QuickTeam! We can’t wait to see the impact you make in the world of remote staffing and talent innovation.