Welcome to the Jungle

Welcome to the Jungle is a French platform focused on redefining the job market by connecting job seekers with employers through innovative resources and tools, enhancing the recruitment experience. Founded in 2014 in Paris, France, Welcome to the Jungle operates as a job search platform that facilitates connections between candidates and employers. The company’s leadership includes co-founders Bertrand UZEEL and Jérémy Clédat, with Jérémy Clédat serving as CEO. Since its inception, the company has completed 8 funding deals, with the most recent being a Series C round in January 2023, raising EUR 50 million from investors including Bpifrance and Cipio Partners.

This funding round accounts for the total amount raised by the firm to date, which is EUR 50 million. Welcome to the Jungle operates a comprehensive platform dedicated to transforming the employment landscape through innovative tools and resources that facilitate connections between job seekers and employers. Their core offerings include a job search engine that allows users to create personalized profiles, enabling recruiters to discover potential candidates based on their availability and qualifications. In addition to job listings, the platform provides valuable insights into various companies, showcasing their culture, values, and team dynamics, thereby enhancing the job seeker’s overall experience.

The platform caters to a diverse client base, including companies within the media, recruitment, and technology sectors, serving users primarily in the United States and Europe, with notable expansions in markets such as New York and London. In the most recent year, Welcome to the Jungle generated revenue of EUR 33,153,215. 60 and reported an EBITDA of EUR -8,593,844. 20.

Revenue generation is primarily derived from partnerships with employers who utilize the platform, typically through subscription-based models for job postings and enhanced visibility, which may vary in pricing based on tiered offerings that provide different access levels to features such as employer branding and recruitment analytics. In January 2023, Welcome to the Jungle raised EUR 50 million in Series C funding, which will support its business expansion and the hiring of additional team members. The company plans to develop new products aimed at enhancing user experience in the recruitment process. Furthermore, there are strategic plans for expansion into additional markets, particularly focusing on geographical growth in areas beyond its current base in Europe and the United States.