2. Investing in people Contents
with passion.
Hamilton Bradshaw Caritas / 25
Eden Brown / 27
Introduction / 3 EIC / 29
James Caan / 5 Synergy Group / 31
About the HB Group / 7 Resourcing Group / 33
HB Portfolio Industry Sectors / 8 Webrecruit / 35
Our People / 9 Exsurgo / 37
Training / 13 HB Retinue / 39
Career Structure / 14 En-Spiral / 41
Remuneration / 15
Some of our Clients / 16 Other
Our Companies The Real Deal / 43
Get The Job You Really Want / 45
DRC Locums / 17 Corporate & Social Responsibility / 47
HB International / 19
Gemini / 21
Attenti / 23
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3. Introduction
Hamilton Bradshaw (HB) is a leading The businesses joining our portfolio often
specialist mid-market private equity firm, seek talented individuals to join their teams
based in Mayfair, London. We invest and support their growth plans. Positions
primarily in the human capital sector, with a range from Junior Consultants to Managing
specific focus and specialism in recruitment Directors.
businesses. Our investment strategy is to
This book will provide you with more information
identify opportunities for buyout and future
about the Hamilton Bradshaw group, industry
capital.
sectors of our current portfolio companies,
We provide companies with a combination training, career structure, clients and detailed
of financial investment as well as commercial information on each of our companies. Explore
expertise to facilitate growth and maximize the information contained here to determine
shareholder value. where your skills might be best matched and
please apply direct to the relevant company.
We seek strong management teams of
profitable businesses looking to accelerate
growth by partnering with a strategic investor.
Our investment management team comprise
of highly experienced and professional
entrepreneurial talent who are highly focused
on adding value to our portfolio businesses.
For more information:
T: 020 7499 5151
www.hamiltonbradshaw.com
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4. It’s your
attitude not
James Caan
your aptitude James Caan is one of the UK’s most James is well known as a UK expert and
that determines respected entrepreneurs and a global name
in recruitment. Since 1985, he has founded
two global recruitment firms that today
spokesperson for the employment sector. He
is a frequent commentator in the media, and
is an active advisor to the government on new
your altitude.
have a combined turnover of over £1 billion policies for business. The recent launch of his
– Alexander Mann and Hamilton Bradshaw book, ‘Get the Job You Really Want’, has
Human Capital. James set up Private Equity reinforced his commitment to the employment
firm Hamilton Bradshaw (HB) in 2004, to sector and it has been extremely well received
specifically invest in recruitment businesses by both candidates and recruitment experts
across all stages. The group now boasts a alike.
portfolio of over 30 companies.
James is a keen philanthropist, having donated
James is passionate about investing in people and raised money for various causes over the
not just businesses. He believes it’s important past 10 years. He established The JCF in
to work closely with his portfolio management 2010, a charitable foundation which has raised
teams to help develop and nurture support over half a million pounds for a variety projects
staff at all levels and guide them through their in the UK and overseas.
career paths.
For more information:
T: 020 7499 5151
www.hamiltonbradshaw.com
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5. About the Hamilton Bradshaw
HB Group Portfolio Industry Sectors
Now one of the Top 50 global recruitment
businesses, HB is experiencing exciting
growth in the UK. DRC Locums
Health Care Locum Doctors
En-Spiral HB International
Environment & Engineering Financial Services
One of the Top 50 recruitment companies in the world.
HB Retinue Gemini
Over 800 staff employed in the group. RPO Digital Media & Marketing
Turnover of more than £500 million.
webrecruit attenti
Currently 25 offices across the UK. Public Sector Executive
Online Recruitment
Search
The group covers 28 market sectors.
Over 250,000 candidates registered. Exsurgo Caritas
FMCG Social Care
Over 3,200 temps paid per week.
Resourcing Group Eden Brown
The Built Environment & The Built Environment, Social
Public Sector Care & Public Sector
Synergy EIC
Social Care & Public Sector International Recruitment
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6. Our People
A selection of team members who work
within our portfolio companies.
Alastair Maynard Natashja van der Westhuizen Peter Milne Catherine Davis
Associate Director Principal Consultant Financial Controller HR Director
Being part of HB Group has Alastair has been part of Resourcing Group since
March 2005 as part of the Public Sector Property
Natashja started her recruitment career in 2004 in Peter Milne is Group Financial Controller for HB Catherine Davis has been Group HR Director for
DRC Group and a member of the Board of HB
the private sector. In her spare time she volunteered Human Capital. After qualifying as a Chartered
enabled me to realise my own Services Division and has successfully established
himself as a leading professional in his field. In
for a charity and, on discovering an enthusiasm
for the third sector, joined Eden Brown, a leading
Accountant in New Zealand he came to the UK and
worked for a number of high profile organisations
Healthcare since January 2010. Prior to this she was
HR Services Director for PULSE Healthcare Limited.
potential as well as provide 2009 Alastair was promoted to Associate Director.
Whilst building on his connections Alastair has
specialist in third sector recruitment. She gained
valuable industry experience which resulted in
such as NatWest, RBS and Boots. During his time
at Hamilton Bradshaw Human Capital Group,
Catherine is a chartered member of the CIPD with a
PG Dip HRM with over 11 years experience in the
recruitment industry. Catherine feels that being part
established long term strategic partnerships and a promotion in 2011 to Principal Recruitment Peter has guided his Finance team through a
me with access to high quality is leading the way in innovative solutions for the
Housing Market. He was the top fee earner for
Consultant. Now with six years of third sector
experience, Natashja’s expertise has been
transformation into a Group Finance function.
His team now operates as a shared service
of HB has enabled her to realise her potential and
gain invaluable experience at board level. She says,
individuals that constantly
“The benefits of being part of the HB portfolio are
the group in 2010/2011 as well as assisting in recognised by clients and candidates, securing centre for the seven HB Human Capital Group of
numerous; a strong brand presence for starters. As
the growth of Resourcing Group’s brand within her excellent reputation within the industry. She companies and three external companies. Peter
an HR practitioner I now have access to a team
challenge and improve our
the market. He says, “Being part of HB Group says, “The HB group really invests in its staff by says, “Working as part of the HB group I have
of specialists within the HB portfolio to assist with
has enabled me to realise my own potential as providing continual training opportunities. HB gained invaluable experience in the management problem solving, new initiatives and to share best
well as provide me with access to high quality have really opened doors for Eden Brown in of a large team. It’s an exciting time for us as the
business performance.
practice ideas. More importantly, employees are
individuals that constantly challenge and terms of clients and candidates but at the same group is growing rapidly and our processes are not limited to opportunities within their existing
improve our business performance.” time respects Eden Brown’s vision and brand.” evolving and improving all the time.” company, there is scope for high performers to
realise their potential in other HB companies too.”
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7. Anna Jeffs Elliot Darcy Summer Rattigan David McLean Reid
Recruitment Consultant Investment Manager Group Marketing Manager Chief Executive Officer
Anna started her recruitment career in 2006
within the commercial sector, building up a strong
Eliot Darcy joined Hamilton Bradshaw as an
Investment Manager in June 2011. Previously
Summer is the Group Marketing Manager for
Hamilton Bradshaw Human Capital and delivers
After reading economics in his native South Africa,
David began his recruitment career with global
Being part of HB allows you
the flexibility to be extremely
foundation of experience, as well as attaining her he qualified as a Chartered Accountant at integrated marketing to help drive revenue giant Hays in Australia before a transfer to the UK
MREC qualification in 2008. Following this she Pricewaterhouse Coopers before joining a and growth for the group. She has gained allowed him to move swiftly into senior management
moved into the social care market and quickly technology venture capital fund, where he played extensive experience from a number of leading at Shorterm Engineers, Resourcing Solutions and
established herself as a leading professional in
her field. After joining Caritas as a Consultant in
an integral part in making new investments and
supporting investee companies by sitting on
global recruitment and professional services
organisations, as well as high-end IT solutions
Beresford Blake Thomas. In early 2008, David
became the first joint venture partner with HBHC
entrepreneurial, whilst providing
the support of a larger, more
Sept 2010, Anna built up a loyal book of working their boards. Eliot has experience in a number of providers. Her team implements all areas of when forming Lehman Ambrose, before moving on
markets and sectors, and has been successful in to Eden Brown as Sales Director. Currently a non-
candidates and a strong network of clients across marketing including branding and communications
all parts of the investment lifecycle, from originating executive Director at Resourcing Group and CEO
corporate environment.
the UK. She has an in depth understanding of the strategies, PR, research, advertising, events and
new investments to exiting portfolio companies at Eden Brown, David has been an integral part of
market and the specialised requirements of clients fundraising for partner charities. She says, “I really
with an impressive return on investments. He the rapid growth at HB Human Capital. He says,
within this sector. enjoy the innovative culture of Hamilton Bradshaw.
says, “Being a part of the HB group gives you “Being part of HB allows you the flexibility to be
access to the very best people in the industry, and I feel it supports me in terms of cultivating highly
extremely entrepreneurial, whilst providing the
this combined excellence will help me, and the creative, proactive and standout marketers – who support of a larger, more corporate environment,
Group, grow from strength to strength.” ultimately consult and guide our Group’s MD’s.” the combination of which provides an excellent
platform for sustainable growth and is, in my
experience, unique.”
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8. We focus on giving our people The diversity and breadth of the
an edge by providing them with group provides an unparalleled
regular and practical training. opportunity for career progression.
Training Career Structure
Our companies pride themselves on being There are various career paths in your Our companies attract top talent at every level People who have strong industry sector
investors of people. As a group, we believe journey at a Hamilton Bradshaw portfolio and are constantly looking for dynamic and knowledge with a proven track record of
in attracting, developing and retaining top company and lots of opportunities for talented individuals who are driven to achieve performance, who are ambitious and who
talent. Our people are our greatest asset career development. The career structure is success. The diversity and breadth of the demonstrate a hunger for career development,
and we focus on giving our people an edge designed to guide you in the right direction group provides an unparalled opportunity for generally achieve success within our
by providing them with regular and practical for you, at the right time. career progression. structure.
training in order to enhance their careers and
We use practical on the job training plus a Typically we hire people at the following levels: The group has achieved phenomenal growth
to help them achieve their full potential. Our
variety of external industry leading trainers to over the last 5 years despite the challenging
training programs are designed to provide
ensure that your skills are always best in class. Junior Consultant conditions within the market. This has only been
key skills to help enhance performance on the
The training covers sales, management and Consultant achieved through the passion and ambition
job. Our people’s success is our success.
leadership training, using audio, video and Senior Consultant of our people who have consistently pushed
classroom based modules. Team Leader themselves to achieve greater success.
Director
Associate Director
Managing Director
Joint Venture Partner
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9. Our peoples’ success
is our success.
Remuneration
Hamilton Bradshaw companies offer attractive and
market comparable salaries. We operate a meritocratic
remuneration structure where performance is recognised.
Typically most consultants will earn a generous basic salary
with a commission structure and will be incentivised through
bonus schemes.
Our commission structures reflect our philosophy of awarding
stellar performance with tangible financial reward. Some of
our companies offer employee share schemes allowing for
employees to participate in the success of the business they
contribute value to.
A number of our businesses consistently reward their people
above and beyond financial incentives, for example, travel
abroad, entertainment and days out and gifts such as iPads.
The Hamilton Bradshaw portfolio of companies work with a huge range of
major brands and blue chip companies, as well as the public sector.
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10. DRC Locums is one of the UK’s
One of the UK’s top leading healthcare staffing providers
to the NHS.
healthcare staff providers
Working with the top public and private sector clients
With over 10 years’ experience and a team with unrivalled market knowledge, DRC Locums is one DRC have been a member of the NHS National Framework Agreement for the supply of medical staff
of the UK’s leading healthcare staffing providers to the NHS. Currently ranked in the top 3 medical since 2005 and during this period have established themselves as a top three supplier of medical locum
staff suppliers in the country, they hold contractual relationships with the majority of NHS Trusts, thus staff to the NHS. They hold over 90 Service Level Agreements with the NHS Trusts and private sector
allowing them to offer the very best job opportunities, whilst their unparalleled specialist recruitment clients throughout the UK. What’s more, their ability to supply within that framework means they are
expertise means they also provide exceptional levels of service to their clients. one of only five suppliers that have been awarded a place on the NHS Scotland National Framework
Agreement for the supply of medical locums.
An ambitious vision and a cutting edge approach
With growth comes career opportunity
The DRC vision is to be recognised by staff, customers and candidates alike as the best and most
knowledgeable provider of medical staffing solutions to both the public and private sectors. Importantly, As DRC continue to expand there will be openings in many areas of the business. Some resourcers go
they also see their cutting edge approach to the development of the business and commitment to on to be Managers, whilst others decide that the Recruitment Consultant path is more suited to them.
developing their people as the catalysts for attracting the best talent in the market. Compliance is another key area. As the paragraph largest Buying Solutions approved agency, DRC
need to adhere to the highest standards. Accordingly they have a team of consultants and managers in
A new breed of staffing solutions place to ensure 100% compliance. Plus, in an increasingly competitive market, they are keen to ensure
they meet client expectations and explore new markets specialities. This means there will be openings
The changing landscape for healthcare services in the UK and internationally presents an opportunity
at all levels in business development. Last but not least, Recruitment Consultants - those joining DRC as
for DRC to develop and deliver a new breed of staffing solutions. Accordingly, they have a 3-year plan
Consultants’ can progress to Senior Consultant level then either to a Principal or Managing Consultant
to enhance value for their customers through more effective procurement and supply processes and
role, depending on whether they want to become a Manager or stay purely as a Recruiter.
better use of technology. They also intend to broaden their service and expand geographically by both
organic and, where appropriate, acquisitive growth.
For more information:
T: 01908 545 999
www.drclocums.com
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11. HB International delivers a personalised
service to an exclusive client base.
The Financial Services
sectors partner of choice
A leading global executive search firm specialising Working with financial big hitters
in the Financial Services sector, HB International
Operating in areas such as Private Wealth
delivers a personalised service to an exclusive client
Management, Treasury & Transaction Banking,
base. Their team are one of the few global search
Commodities and Executive Office and emerging
specialists and have access to unrivalled market
markets, HB International’s client list includes names
intelligence that they gather through their strong
like Standard Chartered, Coutts, HSBC, Barclays,
international network of contacts. That, combined
Standard Bank, RBS Coutts, Petrochina, Oando,
with a unique and highly successful methodology,
Gazprom, McKinsey, JP Morgan and Goldman
means that HB International are very much seen as
Sachs.
a partner of choice by each and every one of their
clients.
Training & Development is the backbone of
their success
Pre-eminence through service delivery
HB International prides itself on being a true
HB International’s vision is simple - to be the pre-
meritocracy. The regular training and development
eminent partner of choice globally for executive
they provide for all levels of staff ensures each
search across each of their areas of specialisation
individual is well equipped to deliver the very best
and to continue to provide the very best service to
service. Indeed, it’s the dedication to their training
their enviable and select group of clients globally.
and development programme that enables them to
nurture and develop raw talent, as well as attract
Building businesses, creating wealth
experienced Senior Consultants and Practice
HB International’s ongoing strategy is to employ Heads.
and enter into equity participation with leaders in
their respective sectors and to help them build their
business. They aim to do this by providing back
office support, attraction of top talent, cross selling
and training and development, therefore leading to
mutual benefits in wealth creation.
For more information:
T: 020 7290 5560
www.hbinternational.co.uk
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12. Specialists Gemini clients range from blue chip
in creative, multinationals to SMEs, each committed
advertising, to finding the best talent.
digital and
media
The very best recruitment solutions
Gemini Search is a specialist media and In an increasingly competitive world, Gemini Search fully appreciate that the effectiveness of any
advertising focused recruitment business organisation depends entirely upon its people. With that in mind, their ongoing strategy will be to help
made up of three specialist divisions – Digital, clients and candidates alike fulfil their potential by sourcing only the very best talent and providing the
Advertising and Integrated. Each team provides very best career opportunities. In short, Gemini is all about outstanding service, genuine dedication and
targeted and comprehensive recruitment recruitment solutions that are second to none.
services for permanent, temporary, contract
and freelance roles and source people at every Clients in some exciting fields
level from graduate entry through to executives
Gemini clients range from blue chip multinationals to SMEs, each committed to finding the best talent.
on salaries in excess of £100k+ a year.
The areas they operate in are too extensive to list but include: Advertising, Marketing, Sales Promotion,
POS, Retail, Broadcast, Ambient, Digital, Experiential, Print, Press, Shopper Marketing, DM and
Where passion and versatility abound
Integrated.
Gemini Search are a passionate and versatile
team whose aim is simple - through continuous The opportunity to influence lives and help achieve goals
growth and increasing market expertise,
A career with Gemini Search offers the opportunity to deliver expert advice, influence peoples’
to become leaders in their field without
working lives and help organisations realise their commercial goals. Gemini’s consultants also have the
compromising their personable approach and
independence to make decisions that have a direct impact on their business. They love who they are
boutique feel.
and how they do things and invest heavily in their people. Accordingly, all new staff are equipped to
perform to the highest standards and develop their career.
For more information:
T: 020 3056 5515
www.gemini-search.co.uk
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13. Totally focused on improving
Attentive, and making a real difference
trusted to organisations by helping
them meet the business
and challenges they are facing.
talented
A range of clients
Bringing together the combined expertise of talented executive search, OD and attenti’s team has extensive experience of delivering at a senior level for a wide range of
transformation, restructuring, assessment, and interim management professionals, organisations that include local authorities, housing associations and charities, as well as
attenti provide their clients with a unique range of high quality, individually tailored healthcare and private sector employers.
service. The attenti vision is to help organisations meet the unique and varied
challenges that they are facing. An unforgettable experience awaits
Made up of a talented team of experienced professionals, attenti have thought about every
Focused on making a difference
system, every process and every last detail to make sure their clients and candidates will
Totally focused on improving and making a real difference to organisations by never forget the attention they receive when they experience attenti. The attenti values also
helping them meet the business challenges they are facing, attenti’s values sum aim to grow and develop their employees into the most talented and successful professionals
up the ethos of everything they do - attentive, trusted and talented. in their field.
Delivering choice, quality and value
Gone are the days of one-size fits all consultancy services. That’s why attenti’s
ongoing aim is to deliver choice, quality and value to clients, candidates and senior
teams alike. Whether that’s recruitment, assessment, re-organisation, restructuring,
transformation or interim solutions, they will achieve this by delivering all or part of
the solution, as clients require, by using their high level of expertise, listening to For more information:
the clients needs and customizing their services to meet those needs.
T: 020 7422 0620
www.attenti.co.uk
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14. Aiming for the The ultimate goal for Caritas is to be the
market-leading supplier of Qualified
top in social care Social Workers in the UK.
recruitment
A diverse client base
An established presence in their marketplace, the Caritas team has over 80 years combined Caritas work with a wide selection of statutory, private and voluntary organisations across the entire social
experience in the Social Care recruitment arena. Regularly placing temporary, project-based and care spectrum. As well as supplying candidates to temporary, contract, project based and permanent
permanent Social Care professionals throughout the UK, they work with an array of statutory, private vacancies, they also handle ad-hoc shift bookings, through to longer-term contracts and permanent
and voluntary organisations. recruitment campaigns – each tailored as a bespoke offering to individual clients’ needs.
Building on success to date Structured progression and great rewards
Caritas are already renowned as an agency that focuses on developing quality relationships with Everyone at Caritas enjoys a competitive salary, commission structure, bonus scheme and benefits and
candidates and clients alike. Their immediate aim is to maintain, build upon and further promote a clear progression path. They are also incentivised to contribute to the growth of the business through
that positive reputation in the market. Through strengthening those relationships with clients and a generous staff equity scheme. 5% of Caritas’ share holdings are set aside to reward performance and
candidates, as well as industry stakeholders, Caritas will continue to deliver the highest quality, holistic commitment from the team over the first three years, whilst promotion opportunities are based purely
solution available, whilst their flexible approach will enable them to seek out new and innovative ways upon commitment. There are five levels of Consultants ranging from Recruitment Consultant through
to gain exclusivity and brand loyalty. to Associate Director - Sales. When employees qualify to be an Executive Consultant they’re invited to
attend a quarterly board meeting and able to hire a Resourcer to support them. As well as the Consultant
Big plans and a great place to work route, there are also openings from time to time for Team Leaders or those who would prefer to go into
management.
The ultimate goal for Caritas is to be the market-leading supplier of Qualified Social Workers in the
UK, without compromising on their personalised quality service. They also aim to be the first choice
recruiter for all off contract clients and to achieve £30 million turnover by 2014. Above all, however,
they want to continue to be known as a great place to work.
For more information:
T: 020 7456 8950
www.caritasrecruitment.com
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15. A reputation Eden Brown is a place where
successful recruiters truly thrive.
that’s second
to none
Ambitious growth plans Two fast track routes to success
With over 21 years’ experience, Eden Brown have gained an As well as employing top-notch consultants As with all Hamilton Bradshaw businesses,
enviable reputation and worked with an exceptionally wide and support staff who can bring growth and Eden Brown enjoys full and comprehensive
range of clients. Little wonder then that they have access to add knowledge, ability and experience to the support in developing prospective managers
the majority of relevant Approved Suppliers Lists. And, with business, Eden Brown will seek to maintain their and directors at an exceptionally fast rate.
their core markets covering both public and private sectors geographical reach within their core markets. They also offer two very distinct routes to a
and including technical, social and healthcare, housing, They’ll also focus on stealing market share from directorship:
charities and not-for-profit, Eden Brown is a place where key competitors. Put simply, Eden Brown’s aim
successful recruiters truly thrive. is to sustain their current growth curve by both Traditional management – those with the right
organic and acquisitive means. personal qualities and relevant experience under
Established but still hungry their belt can join as a Senior Consultant and
Working with the very best quickly progress to Team Manager, Associate
Far from resting on the laurels of their success, Eden Brown’s
Director and then Divisional Director.
goal is to become the UK’s leading recruitment consultancy Eden Brown’s list of key clients read like a
across all of their specialist disciplines and to continue with ‘who’s who’ of their specialisms and, amongst
Sales – this route also takes a path that starts at
their relentless drive to employ only the very best people. others, includes blue chip organisations such
Senior Consultant level but you will then move
Along the way, they’ll look to exceed the highest expectations as WS Atkins, WSP, Network Rail, Jacobs
through to Principal Consultant level before
in all facets of the business as they continue to build upon Global, British Land, Savills and Jones Lang
becoming an Associate Director - Sales. This
their reputation as a highly professional knowledge-based LaSalle, as well as public sector giants like the
path allows those who don’t necessarily want
recruitment business. NHS, many local and regional councils and all For more information:
to manage large teams to develop to the same
of the London Boroughs.
level and at the same speed as others.
T: 0845 450 5202
www.edenbrown.com
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16. The most recognised recruitment brand in A passion for emerging
two countries is testament to their success.
markets
Elite International Careers specialise in the recruitment An enviable client list
of highly skilled and educated emerging market
Elite’s client list includes well-known companies like
nationals from around the world into large companies
Chevron, Halliburton, Coca Cola, Procter and Gamble,
operating in Africa, The Middle East and Latin
HSBC, Saudi Aramco, Odebrecht, Accenture, Dow,
America. They have had a presence in the emerging
Boeing and Microsoft, as well as a variety of lesser
markets for over 5 years and enjoy excellent working
known but thriving organisations.
relationships with a variety of high profile clients.
Passion and flair
A vision of expansion
The key to a successful career with Elite is a
Already the recruiter of choice for multinationals with
passion for emerging market recruitment and lots of
operations in Angola and Saudi Arabia seeking large
entrepreneurial flair – it’s these two attributes that will
numbers of early to mid career professionals from the
enable you to develop and grow. For example, one of
local workforce, Elite works at the highest levels to
Elite’s team joined as a part time admin assistant and
assist with the politically sensitive issue of localising
within 3 months had landed a full time role. Within a
the workforce. Their vision is to expand into additional
year he single handedly developed and launched a
emerging markets in Latin America, Africa and the
training service and is now leading the sales for Elite’s
Middle East and Asia so that they can eventually offer
Angolan events, acts as a consultant for IT issues and
global recruitment to their enviable client base.
has input into marketing and client delivery services.
As a result his salary has also increased by 200%.
A recognised brand
For a small recruitment company Elite definitely
punch above their weight! Indeed, being the most
recognised recruitment brand in two countries is
testament to their success. Elite’s strategy for growth
is two pronged: hire locals who are passionate about
helping their country to develop and be expert in For more information:
finding highly educated and highly skilled local talent
for localised recruitment requirements. T: 020 3402 2730
www.eliteic.net
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17. A refreshingly
different Delivering services with integrity
and professionalism.
approach
The Synergy Group has been providing recruitment, training communities for candidates and clients to exchange ideas and information. Synergy believes that the
and consultancy solutions to public and private sector future, not just within recruitment, but in businesses globally, will demand specialists in every field to
employers across the UK since 1997. During that time they communicate and collaborate for the advancement of industry. Part of Synergy’s strategy is to play a key
have successfully grown by delivering services with integrity role in bringing about this change.
and professionalism and are now firmly established as one of
the leading providers of staffing solutions in the country. Or, in A varied and extensive client list
their own words, they deliver ‘a refreshingly different approach Having worked hard to develop their client base, Synergy clients include many of the leading organisations
to staffing solutions’. in both the public and private sectors. They have supplier relationships with 70% of the local authorities in
England and work closely with a number of central government departments and housing associations.
A service with innovation and quality at its heart Their commercial client list is also extremely varied, ranging from the largest banks and financial institutions
The Synergy brand is synonymous with innovation and quality. in the world, to local businesses across the UK.
To sustain that reputation the Synergy team continually push
themselves to provide a level of service that outperforms A clear career path and a culture of learning and development
their competitors. Their vision is to maintain their position as Synergy is committed to providing a working environment in which all employees feel valued and
a top percentile recruitment services provider in all of their respected. They promote a culture of openness and mutual respect, in which all employees can develop
core sectors. They also aim to continue to provide services to their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance. Paths for career advancement are available to
with professionalism and integrity, and are committed to the everyone and are based on personal performance against set criteria. Synergy believes it’s this approach
development and advancement of their employees. that empowers their employees to plan their careers and forge their own success. In line with a strong
commitment to Investors in People (IIP), they provide regular skills analysis and training so that staff can
Keeping ahead of the future maintain their performance and motivation. By enabling their team to utilise the latest recruitment tools
Through increased investment in the development of their and methodologies, they have created a real culture of learning and development.
services, Synergy aim to expand their national network and
extend the reach of their specialist recruitment solutions,
For more information:
including the award winning ‘Kickstart’ programme and
Managed Vendor Services. What’s more, in line with the
growing number of digital channels such as social media and T: 0800 725 900
data roaming technology, Synergy will build a variety of online www.synergygroup.co.uk
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18. The best Established back in 2000,
solutions in Resourcing Group are one
of the market leaders in
their field public sector and technical
recruitment solutions.
Established back in 2000, Resourcing Group are one of the market
leaders in public sector and technical recruitment solutions. Working
across a variety of sectors, including social housing, maintenance,
construction, and the built environment, their focus has been on
establishing strong relationships with clients and candidates alike.
Indeed, a large percentage of candidates come to Resourcing Group
via word of mouth referrals whilst many of their clients have been with
them from the beginning.
Aiming for the top through continued growth Established client relationships
When it comes to a vision, Resourcing Group’s is crystal clear - to be the Resourcing Group has long established relationships with a range of clients to serve all recruitment
market-leading specialist recruiter for the social housing, construction requirements through a Master Vendor or Sole Supplier Relationship. They also enjoy key relationships
and property sectors. In addition, as a consultative and professional with four housing associations and have a specific strategy to extend this portfolio within the next 12-
recruiter, they want to ensure they retain their personal touch whilst 24 months. These relationships mostly fall within the social housing sector, although they also supply
continuing to grow their portfolio of clients. contractors through agreements with a number of clients. This, in turn, supports a strong and consistent
job flow in other sectors.
A reputation to maintain
Every encouragement and opportunity to succeed
Resourcing Group’s strategy is to maintain their reputation as a
‘stand-out’ supplier of innovative solutions that helps clients tackle Consultants who join Resourcing Group will have an exceptional opportunity to succeed within
their recruitment challenges. To achieve this, they will continue to a visionary and professional business. Employees are given clear direction and a consistent review
deliver those solutions, increase their penetration in the social housing process to guide their career development. There are also market leading commission schemes in place
market and new and improved ways of catering for the full breadth of to reward high achievers. As they continue to grow, there will be increasing opportunity for consultants For more information:
clients’ needs. There are also plans to diversify into specialist technical to follow a managerial or business development path. An organisation that puts an emphasis on training
markets within the private sector, whilst remaining mindful of the need and development, Resourcing Group’s career path structure typically enables successful consultants to
to maintain a healthy balance of permanent and temporary solutions. progress from Trainee to Associate Director level at a fast pace. T: 020 72644 0707
www.resourcinggroup.co.uk
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19. They revolutionised Passionate about
bringing candidates and
the recruitment employers closer together.
business
An impressive client list
Back in 2001, webrecruit changed the recruitment webrecruit have given clients big and small more Clients that have used the webrecruit model include easyJet, Dyson, EDF, AskJeeves, L’Oreal,
industry forever. At a time when companies control over the recruitment process and for SIG, 118 118, JD Wetherspoons, Everest and Sunlight. It’s also a firm favourite with a variety of
were paying thousands to secure new talent, candidates a fairer way to be considered for their small and medium sized businesses that recognise the advantage to be gained in reducing their
webrecruit saw a gap in the market and made a ideal job. Little wonder that, in the ten years since cost-per-hire whilst maintaining control of the recruitment process.
bold move by breaking away from the traditional they opened for business, webrecruit have built a
recruitment agency model and pioneered a brand client base of around 4,500 made up of a heady Two distinct career paths
new concept – an easy to use, low-cost online mix of major industry players and SMEs.
webrecruit’s commitment to nurturing, developing and retaining talent has been one of its core
recruitment service. Suddenly, businesses had
values since inception. Whilst the team comprises a number of disciplines, from sales and
a real alternative to the high costs of traditional A passion for innovation
accounting, to marketing, customer service and operations, there are two distinct career paths.
agencies and press advertising. Ten years on,
Webrecruit’s aim is to continue to change the face
their innovative recruitment solution continues to
of recruitment. They’re passionate about bringing Firstly, sales. Employees are recruited as Telesales Executives and supported to progress to Sales
go from strength to strength.
candidates and employers closer together by Consultant, Account Manager and then Senior Account Manager level. Secondly, communications.
embracing the latest technologies, delivering Those wishing to pursue a career in communications are taken on as Junior Copywriters, then
A technology success story
significant savings and being innovative. With progress to Copywriter/Team Leader level and become accountable for a number of junior-level
Through the application of ground breaking significant investment in online resources writers before considering routes into marketing communications. For more information:
technology, webrecruit have helped drive down and people, including social media channels,
the cost of recruitment. They have also drastically job boards, their own website and extensive
cut the time it takes to find the best possible knowledge of the sector, they offer a mass-market T: 0845 070 7337
match of candidate and employer. Put simply, approach coupled with minimal risk. www.webrecruit.co.uk
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20. To be the
best, you
need the
Exsurgo’s list
best With good principles comes growth
Exsurgo’s ultimate goal is to be recognised
as being the best at what they do in every
commercial sector they work in. They’ll
of key clients is
achieve this by continuing to provide the
best quality service to their clients and
candidates alike whilst staying true to their
extremely diverse
and ranges from
core principles of belief, empowerment,
Relatively young but growing fast, Exsurgo growth, delivery, partnership and integrity.
recruits for clients in the private sector, both
top tier FTSE 100
in UK & global markets, in areas such as An extremely varied client base
Operations, Marketing, Sales, International,
Interim and Commercial. Adept at servicing Exsurgo’s list of key clients is extremely
& 250 businesses
the human capital needs of a variety of multi- diverse and ranges from top tier FTSE 100 &
national, mid-cap and start-up businesses, 250 businesses through to dynamic SMEs.
they work with speed and integrity and are Names like Procter & Gamble and The
passionate about excelling at what they do.
Maybe that’s why, in 2010, their sales grew by
300% and headcount by 140%.
Carphone Warehouse, Gu Puddings and
Arsenal FC are just a few examples of the
variety of organisations Exsurgo work with.
through to
It’s people that make things happen Unsurpassed opportunities dynamic SMEs.
The immediate future for Exsurgo isn’t just The opportunities to progress at Exsurgo
about focusing on identifying and attracting are, quite simply, excellent. They tend to
mid to senior level leaders across a range of recruit externally from graduate to director
functions and sectors. It’s also about attracting level and, whether you take the management
enthusiastic and ambitious recruitment or the billing route, Exsurgo more or less
consultants across all areas of their business. guarantee that their business growth will
Indeed, talented people with lots of imagination keep pace with your desire for development.
For more information:
and initiative are very firmly at the top of the In short, come in and prove yourself and
Exsurgo agenda. That’s why everyone who you’ll soon discover you can develop your
joins them is rewarded with best in class training career faster than in many other recruitment T: 020 3056 4525
from best in class recruiters. businesses. www.exsurgo-group.com
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21. For the very Consistently achieving the
best in RPO highest level of customer
solutions satisfaction.
HB Retinue is an innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing service provider that excels at A broad and impressive client base
delivering high calibre talent sourcing and consistently achieving the highest level of customer
HB Retinue’s clients come from a diverse range of business sectors that include, amongst
satisfaction. Operating in 17 countries and with a combined 50+ years of RPO and managed
others, NHS & private health, professional service, Pharmaceuticals, Education, IT/Telecoms,
service experience, their senior management team understands more than most that successful
Construction and Housing.
businesses are built by talented people.
Career path
It’s all about agility, expertise and passion
HB Retinue is a people powered business so joining the team provides passionate and motivated
The HB Retinue vision is all about designing and delivering talent solutions, solving problems
people with the environment, opportunity and skills to maximise their potential through a
and overcoming challenges. By defining their goals and strategic objectives together with
defined career development path. Every member of the team is allocated a career mentor,
their clients the result is a ‘win win’ solution for both parties. Put simply, agility, expertise and
has a tailored development plan and benefits their own individual training and development
passion are at the heart of everything HB Retinue create and do. It all adds up to a service that
budget. HB Retinue’s goal is to empower their people to realise their full potential and provide
empowers their clients to maximise their talent strategy return on investment.
HB Retinue’s clients with a world class service.
Getting it right, each and every time
The best blend of people and technology – that’s the HB Retinue ethos. They pride themselves
on their ability to get the delicate balance between people, process and technology right, each
and every time. HB Retinue achieve significant process savings for their clients too, by using
For more information:
market leading, business friendly technology and concise management information to produce
the perfect solution.
T: 0845 521 9481
www.hbretinue.com
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22. The renewables, energy and
low-carbon recruitment
specialists
They take pride in their ethics
En-Spiral is a visionary business with a core aim Flexible, ethical and transparent Breathing space to develop
to become the market leader for the low carbon,
green and renewables arenas. Founded by En-Spiral recognise that not everyone wants the En-Spiral offers those with the talent to carve
same recruitment solution. Accordingly, their out a career in a global industry genuinely
people with a passion for the environment and
extensive industry experience, En-Spiral have
the contacts and expertise it takes to match
approach is totally flexible. They take pride in
their ethics too and operate a transparent, open
scaleable opportunities to work both across the
UK and internationally. Their drive to develop
and operate a transparent, open
pricing policy.
people and jobs, quickly and effectively. pricing policy. Long-standing relationships are prospective consultants, managers and
paramount. That’s why, if En-Spiral believe they directors at an exceptionally fast rate, coupled
A truly consultative approach can’t meet a client’s needs and expectations, with the amazing growth of the sectors they
they won’t take on the assignment, but instead operate in, means every new hire will enjoy clear
With networks and databases of contacts recommend viable alternatives. and immediate headroom to develop.
built up over the last 21 years, En-Spiral take
a consultative approach to identify and source A dynamic client base
scarce skill sets for hard-to-fill roles. They
also deliver the most valuable combination En-Spiral works across some of the fastest
of recruitment techniques including search, growing markets around. Organisations include
traditional methods, as well as innovative some true industry powerhouses, as well as
strategies. rapidly expanding SMEs, public sector bodies
and agencies, both within the UK and around
the globe.
For more information:
T: 020 7422 7300
www.en-spiral.com
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23. The Real Deal An inspiring read Entertaining and informative
‘The Real Deal’ is the incredible story of James’ remarkable I read a lot of business biographies and this has to be up Reading the stories are truly entertaining and it feels like talking to
life. With lucid realism, the journey starts from his childhood there as one of the best. James' enthusiasm and drive comes James directly. I admire James Caan’s humour, gut and wisdom.
as a 1960s Pakistani immigrant in Brick Lane and his through strongly. This is a great starting point for any would-be I highly recommend this book to young people and entrepreneurs
decision not to join the family business, through to the entrepreneur. alike.
phenomenal success of his first headhunting company,
Alexander Mann. Since its release, this intelligibly written
but grounded life story has ranked at the top of numerous
book charts. ‘The Real Deal’ has continued to appeal to
people who are interested to hear the story of James the
businessman but also James the personality behind the
success.
Since its release, this
Truly inspirational book Loved it!
intelligibly written but
Fantastic book. Very well written. I read it during my
lunch breaks at work, every time I came back in, I
always felt more motivated and inspired.
The Real Deal is a great business book. It’s a compelling read as
well as an excellent source of business advice from someone who
really knows his stuff.
grounded life story has
ranked at the top of
numerous book charts.
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