To attract and retain the right talent, you need a proven partner that offers pin-point specialist service tailored to both yours and a candidate’s unique requirements. A successful outcome, after all, must suit both. Built over many years, our proven track record in the regions we serve, means we are uniquely positioned to leverage extensive talent networks on your behalf. Having already built strong relationships with the best candidates within our specialisms, we headhunt from an extensive network of highly-skilled passive talent not just those who are currently ‘available’. This quality-over-quantity approach means we consistently find the right fit, saving you time and offering a genuine return on investment.
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In a candidate-led market where competition for talent is fierce, we not only help you identify the best candidates, we help you attract them, too. Taking them on a clear, well-designed recruitment journey is a necessary starting point for both parties. Making a good first impression reinforces the credibility of your brand. It’s testimony to our process that candidates who have been through it, often go on to become some of our best clients.
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We understand the complex and challenging environments in which you operate, including the perennial pressure to deliver more for less in a shifting regulatory, legislative and target-driven culture. Many of our public sector and not for profit clients are turning to the private sector to secure the agile, commercial, strategic leadership necessary for the kind of organisational evolution that will enable them to thrive not just survive. We give you access to extensive networks across both.
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In competitive sectors where sourcing new talent can be challenging, the best option, sometimes, is to develop the talent you already have. Ours is an integrated, systematic approach that offers so much more than pin-point search and selection. Whether it is through assessment and profiling, coaching and mentoring, development and education, on-boarding or succession planning, we work closely with you to secure the talent pipeline to meet your business-growth agenda.
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The team at Seymour John are extremely personable and efficient. In negotiating contract work for me they have shown excellent negotiating skills with the client and have been very flexible and adaptable. A recruiting agent that I would be happy to recommend to anyone, particularly those linked with the internal audit and risk industry, where they have demonstrated an in depth knowledge and practical experience.
Bob Boulter
Managing Director, BOBria Solutions Ltd
I would like to recommend Phil Topper to anyone looking for the best possible advice, support and guidance when facing any career decision. His detailed understanding of not just what I wanted for my career, but also what I needed for my work/life balance was very refreshing and exactly what I was looking for. Phil helped me make the best career decision possible for me, and I would call on his expertise again in the future without any hesitation.
Sara Fearnall-Coleman
Margin Analyst, Autoclimate Ltd
Having Seymour John represent me was a smooth transition in finding me a placement and I felt highly valued throughout the whole process from start to end. Should the need arise again, I’d have every confidence to use them again.
Beth Sheppard
Management Accountant, Henry Howard Finance
I established a great working relationship with the team from the outset. They maintain the right level of contact and provide clear guidance when required. A very friendly firm who I am extremely pleased to have developed a great working relationship with.
Stephen Banks
Senior Compliance Manager
Simon placed me into my first contractor role. He has provided me with professional advice from the beginning to the end, including contract negotiation, necessary insurance and other logistics. As a client, I can say that Simon demonstrated that he goes an EXTRA MILE to ensure the candidates are well supported. Being a contractor, who is coming from the long permanent career it is important to receive mentoring and coaching. Simon has offered just that. In addition, the back office of Seymour John is seamless!
Alina Listopad
Alina Listopad Associates Ltd
Phil’s professionalism and integrity sets the bar among recruiters, he really renewed my faith!… I’ll definitely be in touch when I am recruiting myself.
Laura Hooson
ReAssure, FP&A Accountant
From my initial contact with Seymour John they provided a service which was both very efficient and professional. Emlyn and Mark took the time to fully understand my needs and expectations, taking pride in building a worthwhile relationship through regular contact both on the phone and face to face. As a candidate of Seymour John you feel extremely valued and I would highly recommend them.
Iain Griffiths
IS Griffiths Ltd
On a personal level I have not come across a recruiter who has worked at relationships with candidates and clients as much as Phil Topper. If I am asked for a referral Phil’s name will without doubt be top of the list.
Mike Attwood ACMA
Finance Director
As a candidate I found that all the team at Seymour John offer a very professional, efficient and personable service. They arranged an interview promptly and remained in contact and gave support throughout my contract. I would have no hesitation in working with them again.
Jane Costello
Costello Contracting Ltd
Lee has been a great help in orchestrating my latest career move. He’s provided appropriate leads and has talked me through each step of the process, ensuring I was well briefed and confident for interview. He has gone out of his way to ensure that all my queries were answered and provided honest advice. I’d highly recommend Lee as a recruitment consultant.
Susan Davies
Accounts Manager, Heywoods Chartered Accountants
