Ian and Shellie
I would like to thank you both for all your help you gave me whilst I found myself in the job market.Your service and advice was second to none and it was refreshing that unlike most other Rec2Rec agencies you did not try to bully me into going to interviews which I did not want to attend or roles that I was not truly suited and or interested in.
I was very impressed by the speed of the process, from initial contact, to CV being submitted and interview arranged and I would have no hesitation in recommending YES to potential candidates and clients alike.
Kind regards
Mark Shepherd
Ian / Shellie, I hope you're both well.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you both for your efforts in finding me a suitable role which I am enjoying.
Your general approach, level of communication and professionalism is second to none, I would have no hesitation in recommending you in the future.
Thanks again,
Kind Regards
Chris
Chris Parker - Consultant- Feb 2010
Dear Ian
Thank you for all your help, advice and guidance, it has been greatly appreciated.
I have been very pleased with the experience from yourself & I would definitely recommend others to you.
The opportunity to work with you in finding me work has been superb. The process was professional, informative and hones.
I will definitely be keeping in touch. Thank you for everything.
Regards
Sonia Chohan
“Ian is a highly professional, knowledgeable recruiter. Dealing with Ian and his business has been a pleasure from start to finish. His in- depth understanding of the recruitment market was the key to identifying a series of opportunities for me, and because he took the time to find out about me, the roles and companies were genuinely of interest. Success quickly followed. I have not dealt with anyone better than Ian Havers in his sector of the recruitment profession” February 8, 2010
Steve McKiernan - Senior Consultant- 8th February 2010
Hi Ian
Hope you are well.
I would like to take this opportunity to "thank you" especially for all your hard work and the professional service I had received from Rec2Rec. I was extremely impressed by how quickly you managed to find a suitable role and matched exactly to my specification. Finding a new job can be very stressful, however I found your service very personalised towards myself and offered me exactly what I was looking for.
Your service would be highly recommended.
I wish yourself and Shellie all the best.
Henna
I would like to say a huge thank you to Paul Chantrey for finding me the perfect role which gets the work/family balance just right. Although I had little experience, when I called YES, Paul saw something in me and put me forward for the role, and two weeks later I had a job offer.
Throughout the whole process Paul was professional, kept me well informed, gave me some excellent interview advice and he was also very honest about the industry, which I appreciated as he wasn't just looking to get a fee, he wanted to make sure I was making the right decision.
I'm so excited about my new career and will definitely be keeping in touch with Paul to brag about my achievements!!
Katie Bradley - Recruitment Consultant (Social Care) - Placed July 2009
Having worked with Peter I would highly recommend his services.
I spoke to Peter after deciding to leave my last company and his direct but honest approach gave me confidence immediately in his ability to find me suitable roles.
Peter displayed an excellent level of industry knowledge, whilst also listening to what I was looking for in my next role, and next company and selecting appropriate clients to introduce me to.
I was given first and second interviews for all the roles which Peter put me forward to; and of the opportunities that I had on the table the ones put forwards by Peter were right at the top.
All in all I can not recommend Peter more highly
Dan Lawrence - Consultant
I would like to thank Ian Shellie and the team for all their hard work in helping me find a new role in recruitment.
Their speed at helping me secure the role was second to none and I would not hesitate recommending them to both companies and associates in the future.
Dear Ian and Shellie
I would like to personally thank you both for all your help you have given me over the last month of job searching. I found your service and advice second to none and you were by far the best Rec2Rec I had to deal with during this period.
You made it possible for me to be offered the first role I applied for due to your expert matching skills.
Thank you very much for the role you have secured for me, I would definitely use your service again, both as a recruiter and in the event I need another role in the future.
Well what can I say? The service that Paul Chantrey at YES provided me with was second to non from start to finish, and he has played a major part in facilitating me with an exciting career change.
After looking for 3 months at uninspiring roles and dealing with agencies that seemed more interested in putting me forward for anything rather than a viable career that would suit me, I found dealing with Paul a breath of fresh air.
From first speaking to Paul on a Monday, 2 Interviews later, by Friday I had an offer. Paul was extremely professional, friendly, attentive, honest and supportive. His communication was excellent at all times, he gave me a clear view of the process throughout, whilst doing the leg work behind the scenes so that I could focus on the interviews. The advice he gave me was intelligent, spot on and crucially came at just the right moment.
There simply aren’t enough superlatives to describe the service that Paul and YES provides and I would recommend them to anyone.
Thanks again
Paul has been excellent in providing me with a personal service and has expertly matched my needs to what was available on the market. I have been particularly impressed at his ability to offer the best opportunities within the right sector and location.
In addition he has provided documentation in preparation for interview and how to create a Brag file which has been the best advice given by a Recruitment to Recruitment Company to date.
I have found Paul to be professional, dedicated and offer a service with the personal touch. As well as traditional methods he has utilised novel and interesting techniques to generate new opportunities that wouldn’t be possible if I was working with someone else.
I would recommend using Paul to any prospective employer or candidate looking for a professional and innovative recruitment service.
Hi Ian I would like to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to you and Shellie for all your support, you really have been wonderful. Within just over a week of you contacting me I have been offered a great job! I wish you both great success with your business, although if everyone has the same experience that I have had I'm sure you won't need luck.
Tracy Adamson - Healthcare Branch Manager - Manchester- 23rd April 2009
Paul,
I found that YES were very easy to talk to and helped me through any issues I had with speed and efficiency and I would certainly recommend any recruitment consultant to use their services.
They have quality positions and even better staff and I have nothing but praise for the service I received from Paul and the team.
Thank you for your help.
Paul,
I would like to thank you for your help in getting me my new job which I am looking forward to.
The service I received was excellent and Paul was always there as a point of contact by phone, text or email.
I only just started looking for a new job and within a few days I had a job offer on the table and all the hassle was taken out of the job hunting process for me.
Thank you for your help.
Regards
Michael
Dear Lee
In this current employment climate, where we find ourselves, it is most refreshing to find an individual like yourself, who has not only lifted one's spirit, in my days of despondency, but has also had the belief, drive and enthusiasm to secure the 'right' position for me.
I would sincerely like to thank you for all that you have done for me, for keeping in touch with me throughout, and of course for securing my final placement.
In addition to this, thanks for the help and guidance with my C.V.
Please pass on my best wishes to Ian Havers.
Kind regards
Andy Wheeler - Healthcare Branch Manager- February 2009
Dear Peter,
Thank you for all your help during this past month of job searching. I found your service and advice second to none and you were by far the best Rec2Rec I had to deal with during this period. I would like to thank you for both interviews you secured for me and all the help you gave in preparing for them as well.
I have the upmost confidence in your abilities and I will certainly recommend you to any friends or acquaintances that find themselves in the same situation that I did. Indeed, should I ever be looking for work again I will definitely be back in touch with you at once.
Once again thanks for all your help.
Kind Regards
Shawn Davies
Shawn Davies- February 2009
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ian and his office for their efforts and hard work in placing me in my new role.
I initially responded to an ad on the web, to which Ian's response was very swift indeed. This set the tone for all of my dealings with YES and in particular Ian and Lee, who maintained regular contact with me throughout the process. They seemed very proactive and professional in their dealings with me, and did everything they possibly could to ensure that I was successful in my application with my new employer. Ian has continued to phone me after I have been placed to ensure everything is as he described it to me.
I was very sceptical about using a Rec2Rec company given the stories you normally here in the recruitment sector but I would highly recommend using YES for someone looking to find their next suitable role. They are an example of how rec2rec companies should operate. Thanks again guys and Shellie!”
Paul,
Big thank you and well done, not just for this role but for your sincere efforts in assisting me to attain this position. I have been a recruiter myself for a while, albeit on the other side of the fence, but your professional attitude, dedication and honesty has far outshone any of the experiences I have encountered in recent years.
Well done!
You are a credit to your company, and a true Rec2Rec Professional whom knows how to go the extra mile.
Hi
Just wanted to say thanks again for your brilliant assistance and words of encouragement at a really difficult and unhappy time for me whilst looking for a new job.
The role at ***** was actually made for me and for you to identify that straight away shows how good you are at your job.
I obviously struck a cord with them as they did me and I can only hope for a much more successful and happy time with them, as I am sure that’s how it will be.
I'll keep you posted and again thanks for your help
Take care
Michelle
Hello Peter, hope you are well
Thanks for fixing me up with my new employer, it is just the environment, team and company that I was looking to join.
After my first 3 weeks which have included only about 5 or 6 days of actual recruiting I have already got a few interviews organised and a dozen good CV’s specced to 7 solid permanent positions. I am sure I will be placing at least 1 candidate this week and more to follow, so I feel that I am ahead of where I expected to be at this point.
Best Wishes for the present and future
Chris Williams
Hi Peter
Just a quick e mail to thank you for all your help and the professionalism and honesty that you showed me when placing me in my role.
When I initially spoke to you I was completely against xxxxx and had another 2 companies that were away ahead of xxxxx in terms of where I wanted to be and only due to your powers of persuasion did I actually agree to go along to see xxxxx. As it turned out what I had heard and the reality were completely different and thanks to you I am now happily settled at xxxxx.
The thing that impressed me most was unlike all other Rec2Rec agencies you did not try to bully me into going to interviews which I didn’t want to see or work for. There is a fine line and you got it spot on.
If I ever had a need to move or heard of anyone who wanted a move I would give them your contact details straight away
Thanks again for all your help
Joe
Hi Paul
I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your hard work, and also for finding me another job so quickly.
When I was made redundant two weeks ago I never realised that I would find another job within such a short space of time.
The service I received was really professional but friendly and I was kept up to date and in the loop at all times.
You took the time to have a long chat about exactly what I was looking for, so you found a position that matched my requirements exactly!!! Something that other agencies really didn't do!
So thanks again for the fantastic service you gave me and I will make sure I recommend you to anyone else I know who is looking for a job in recruitment.
Kind regards
Lisa Wallace
I am writing to say a BIG thank you to Vicki at YES Recruitment. I have not always been the easiest of candidates but she has managed to place me in the perfect job. Vicki has been an absolute super star, I really cannot say enough nice things about her. She has always done what she says she is going to do and genuiely listens to your wants and needs from a job.
Rec2Rec Consultants have got a bad reputation but she really is amazing....she managed to get me 3 job offers from reputable companies before I finally accepted. I am forever recommending her to everyone who I know is looking for work or staff!
I really feel that I have made a genuine friend along the way and when you are panicking about taking the right job, that is priceless!! I really cannot say a big enough thank you Vick...!
Hi
Just a quick email to say thank you for all your help in finding me a new position.
I have never used a rec2rec company before and have heard bad things about them.
I am glad to say the service provided from both YES Rec2Rec and yourself has been very quick and precise.
Thanks again.
Mike
Hi Ian,
I have found Ian Havers and his team at yes Rec2Rec extremely capable and professional in all my dealings with them.
I approached Ian after a colleague recommended him and gave him an overview of my requirements, Ian has constantly kept me advised of all activities relating to my work search and within 24 hours had organised 4 interviews with the key agencies i was looking at. I have now started work in the company that was my number 1 choice on my list given to ian and he has delivered with aplomb. I would highly recomend Ian and Yes rec2rec to any sales professional looking at working within the recruitment industry.
p.s. i ran the half marathon in 2 hours 13 mins....nearly died !!1 thanks for the sponsorship and hope you had a great holiday...thanks again for all your help Ian.
Hi Paul,
Yes rec2rec was the most efficient company at securing me the right job with the people that I can work with and be very successful with.
Many Thanks
Hi
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the work you done to secure me this position. I found you to be completely professional and a pleasure to be in contact with throughout the whole recruitment process. I would have no hesitation in recommending you to any of my friends or colleagues looking for work within the recruitment industry.
Many Thanks
Amanda Parsons
I stumbled across Paul from YES Rec2Rec after applying for a position.
I have to admit, I was almost ready to give up my job search after finding most positions were through agencies and I had become somewhat deflated at consultants not returning my calls and me having to constantly chase them!
Paul was extremely thorough during the initial telephone pre-screen, whilst maintaining a very friendly and professional manner.
Not only did he give me all the relevant details of the position of interest, but he also put forward alternative options.
He then proceeded to explain the whole process before putting me forward for the job in question.
Within just over a week, I'd spoken to the prospective employer on the telephone, I had received some invaluable interview preparation tips from Paul, I'd had an interview with the director of the company of interest and had received an offer, which I am totally over the moon with.
Whilst I am obviously pleased with the outcome to say the least, I have to give the utmost credit to Paul.
He made a point of not only concentrating on my strengths and achievements, but also made me very aware of my weak points and took the time to assist me in turning them into strengths and positives.
Not to mention the excellent communication and constant feedback he took the time to give me.
I have no doubt that Paul from YES Rec2Rec has been an integral part of me returning to recruitment.
I have no doubt that in the future, when I am seeking a good consultant, I will call Paul!
Dear Paul,
I would like to offer my sincere thanks for all your hard word and effort in helping me to secure my new position. My CV was hopeless, but still after reading it you took the time to call me, talk me through my present job and duties. At the end of the conversation you gave me the idea of moving side ways onto a new career pathway, what a fantastic suggestion. Without your assistance and CV template I would not have put together my CV, which I have been informed is now fantastic. Assistance to prepare for an interview is very important and, boy, did you assist me; phone calls, E-mails with suggested reading but most of all the "good luck" txt that I received just before I went into the interview was just what I needed to calm me down. The knowledge that you will still be at the end of the phone helping me through my move over to *****, should I have any questions is very reassuring.
I will be recommending you to any friends and family that are looking to change jobs, because I am confident that if you can’t help them you will take the time to give them details of someone who can, as you have gone over and above your job description to assist me. Please feel free to print this letter and add it to you portfolio, as a testament to your hard work, dedication and professionalism, but most of all your willingness to "go the extra mile " in helping me secure the job of my dreams!
Many thanks
Denise Hampson
I want to express my thanks and gratitude to YES for the work they did on my behalf. I had set very specific criteria when I came to them and was wanting to move sector. Unlike many Rec2Rec’s they didn't chase the easy money and try to force me into a role within the same sector, they listened to my requirements and only spoke to me about suitable roles/locations and sectors. YES spoke to me before sending my CV anywhere and was available for me to talk to at anytime. I received thorough interview prep and company information. From the start I found the whole experience pain free and easy to manage. I found all the staff at YES to be friendly and informative but most of all honest, which is a rare commodity in Rec2Rec.
I would thoroughly and wholeheartedly recommend the entire team at YES.
A huge Thanks I really appreciate all your efforts and can't wait to start my fab new job!!
I strongly recommend that anyone just thinking of new career should contact YES Rec2Rec. They are knowledgeable within the sector, which ensures you will only be put forward to companies who can match your desires and expectations. They keep communication with you throughout your interviewing processes and offer qualified advise when required.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Paul for his efforts and hard work in placing me in my new role.
I initially responded to an ad on the YES website, to which Paul's response was very swift indeed. This set the tone for all of my dealings with YES and in particular Paul, who maintained regular contact with me throughout the process, was transparent and professional in his dealings with me, and who did everything he possibly could to ensure that I was successful in my application with my new employers.
I am yet to come across a Rec2Rec that has lived up to the standards that have been exhibited by YES and in particular Paul. There are many Rec2Rec firms out there, but for anyone working in Recruitment at any level, and who is currently seeking a career move that is right for them, I would strongly recommend that they speak to YES before anyone else.
YES Rec2Rec is the most thorough, professional rec to rec consultancy I've ever come across. Liaising with Paul was a breath of fresh air. He genuinely cares about the people he deals with and the quality of his service. He does exactly what he says he'll do and certainly goes beyond the call of duty to ensure both client and candidate are kept fully informed of the recruitment process.
Although Paul didn't place me as the client changed direction before we got to interview stage, his dedication to the assignment was unfaltering and months later, even though I've gone on to form my own non recruitment company, Paul keeps in touch to see how I'm doing. That's very rare. I highly recommend Paul and YES Rec2Rec to any candidate or client. Keep up the excellent work!
Regards
Karen
Peter,
Just a quick email expressing my thanks and gratitude to the work you did on my behalf securing my employment with my new employer in Doncaster. From the start you actually listened to what i wanted, i.e. a place within a niche market and not main street recruitment. I found you friendly and informative but most of all honest, which in recruitment is sadly lacking these days.
Steve Middleton
Hi Ian,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your team in helping me find my new position. All the members of the team exuded professionalism and I felt very confident in their ability to assist me in my job search. Communication from both yourself and Adrian was first class, with the advice regarding my CV especially useful. I have no doubt that without your assistance I would not be in the position I find myself today, about to start out on a new career that fulfills all of my expectations.
It goes with out saying that I would have no hesitation in recommending Yes Rec2Rec to anyone who is looking to find employment in this highly competitive sector. Once again, many thanks.
Kind Regards Jeff
I contacted Paul at Yesrec2rec after a referral from a previous employer and can only say very positive things about my experience. When I first called and spoke to Paul he arranged a suitable time to go through my CV and advised me on how to ensure my CV would be as attractive as possible to potential recruiters. He called promptly for the arranged call and had obviously done some preparation and investigation into potential companies that may be interested in my details.
Communication from Paul was superb he called and e-mailed at least once or twice a day to update me of his progress and had an interview arranged within a couple of days at a local agency in my home town. He was understanding of my requirements and honest with his feedback. Within a week I had secured a position thanks to Paul and his persistence, he had clearly worked hard on my behalf.
I can only recommend Paul to anyone looking for a professional Rec2Rec who will short list potential companies based on your requirements and not just canvass your CV out to all and sundry. In summary Paul was professional, honest and excellent in communicating feedback and updates.
I have used numerous recruitment companies before and to be honest, became quite despondent with the level of pro-activeness and hard work they put in for me. I registered with Paul Chantrey at YES Rec2Rec in May 2008 and applied for a vacancy which he was advertising. I was very impressed with Paul, the way he spoke to me, the professionalism he exuded and the information he gave to me. He spoke with me on the phone to assess my suitability to the role I had applied for and he submitted me for an interview. Prior to interview he sent me all the relevant information I needed on the company so I was able to read about them and visit their website. He gave me pre interview advice, arranged to meet with me face to face so he knew who he was talking to and phoned me out of office hours prior to the interview to recap what we had spoken about and what the role I was going for involved.
Thanks to the huge effort on Pauls part I was successful in being offered the job and I am now into my 4th week and thoroughly enjoying it. He phoned the company to make sure I had turned up for work on the first day and he also rang me after my first day and again at the end of my first week to see how I was progressing. He has also given me positive feedback from the client which is great.
I would not hesitate to recommend or use Paul again as the service I received was excellent.
Hi Paul,
I would firstly like to thank you for your efforts and the high level of service that you gave me in finding me the right career move.
From the first point of contact, where you found out what I was looking for a new role, to me accepting the offer from my new employer, I found you to be very thorough and professional. I understand that I made you search very specifically, as I knew exactly what I wanted- and was not willing to budge on that- but you handled that very well and the vacancies you approached me with were all very relevant and of interest.
I really feel that I have made the right move with your help and I would not hesitate to recommend you to any of my colleagues.
Thanks Again
Kind Regards
Danny Walshe
Danny Walshe - Recruitment Consultant, Manchester- June 2008
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Paul for all his help in finding me my new job. I emailed YES one evening and at 8.30 the next day Paul was on the phone trying to arrange an interview for me. He kept in touch on a regular basis via telephone, texting and emailing. When I got the job I had initially applied for he kept in touch before I started to reassure me and to answer any questions I may have had.
Again Thanks Paul for helping me make the job move which you know was hard for me and I am very happy in my new position.
Katie
I found the service from Ian at YES to be excellent. He understood my needs and catered to them perfectly by sourcing interviews with a few selected companies. He found me the right role with a well known organisation and was able to secure an offer for the right salary. I was extremely happy with the service and would highly recommend YES Recruitment! He returns calls, listens, is friendly and very professional.
Hi Peter,
I hope you are well.
I just wanted to say thank you for all your help and support in finding my new role. As you know it has been a stressful time in regards to leaving my previous employer and I really appreciate your understanding with the situation.
I am looking forward to working with Matt and the rest of the team and I can see myself at there for many years to come.
Again, thank you for all your help and i will be sure to pass on your details to anyone that is looking for a move.
Kind Regards
Anna.
Hi Peter,
I just wanted to say thank you for all your help and support in finding my new role. As you know it has been a stressful time in regards to leaving my previous employer and I really appreciate your understanding with the situation.
I am looking forward to working with Matt and the rest of the team and I can see myself staying there for many years to come.
Again, thank you for all your help and I will be sure to pass on your details to anyone that is looking for a move.
Kind Regards
Anna
Adrian assisted me over an 18 month period in finding a suitable career move. I had extremely specific requirements, and feel I really tested Adrian's patience; With my sights set on a particular sector and further with a number preferences regarding the company culture.
This required Adrian developing a strong insight into my personality, and I feel he really grasped the type of environment and opportunity progression I was looking for.
He was the only consultant who maintained regular contact with me throughout an 18 month period, and also kept in touch with me during times when I had decided to stay with my employer and stop job hunting.
Adrian's approach is consultative, professional, targeted, but also patient. He actually listens to your requirements rather than thinking short term and focusing on making a quick fee, which separates him from his competition.
I would have no problems recommending Adrian to my friends, and in fact he recently placed my partner, who has also made an excellent career move."
Carolyn Bowers - Manchester- April 2008
Thank you very much for the professional way in which you helped me through the process to enable me to get the job. I was contacted by a few other recruitment agencies whilst job hunting, however, they all resulted in one telephone conversation and no other contact so I was left to chase things and ended up down a few dead ends.
My experience with Ian at YES Rec2Rec was superb, he left me feeling that I wasn't out there on my own and, that I was being treated as a real person in a very friendly and professional way.
So once again thank you for doing what you do so well. I have and will continue to recommend to friends and colleagues that they contact YES REC 2 REC when job hunting / advice seeking in the future if the need arises.
Regards
Besart Mustafa
I am writing to say thankyou for all of your efforts recently.
I initially responded to an advertisement via a website. I had a call from Adrian Head within half an hour of my application. I found him to refreshing professional – interviewing me for an hour. During this time he identified what I wanted from my next career move and exactly what type of organisation I wanted to work for.
The next day, still within 24 hours of my application, Adrian had created three new opportunities which he spoke to me about at great length. Each new opportunity was explained in detail and I was left in no doubt about what each of his clients were looking for. This was just the type of service I had been waiting for from other Recruitment to Recruitment firms, but they had sadly been lacking.
Adrian and I agreed which companies I wanted my CV to be forwarded to and subsequently interviews were arranged. I must say that the job specifications that Adrian had outlined were completely accurate.
In the time between my first and final interviews, Adrian and I must have spoken ten – fifteen times. He was always at the end of the phone to ensure that there was nothing left to chance and that he could help me along with the process. A true professional.
I would have absolutely no reservations in recommending him, or YES Recruitment to Recruitment, to any potential candidate or client.
Now that I am looking for Consultants within my Branch I have already given YES my requirements and they are actively looking for me.
Mark Wilson - Birmingham- March 2008
I recently used YES Rec2Rec while looking to make a career move. I sent my CV to Ian Havers and within a couple of days had an interview set up for the perfect role.
Ian was extremely informative and helpful throughout the whole process. He was very supportive and encouraging without being pushy. I am now in my second week of my new role and want to thank Ian for all his help with securing this position.
I have used Rec2Rec agencies in the past and was very impressed with the professional service I received from YES
Many Thanks,
Good afternoon Adrian
Just wanted to thank you for all you have done to get me into my new job. Your frank and honest advice together with your very proactive approach was very much appreciated.
Kind regards
Peter Burgess
I had been out of work for just under two months and had a number of interviews with companies in recruitment through several rec2rec agencies, but none of them looked after me as well as Peter at YES.
What made Peter’s approach different is that he listened to exactly what I was looking for from the very first phone call. Within 24hrs he got back to me and described a company that matched everything that I was looking for and explained to me they were very keen to set up an interview.
Now, when you go to interviews you need an open mind on what the rec2rec people have told you because often it is a bit round the houses! However this was different- it was everything and more than I expected- Peter couldn't have got it more right for me, this company just fitted like a glove!
The first and second interview went really well, then they offered- and I accepted- job done!
Thanks Peter!
Perry Agass - Essex- Placed February 2008
Hi,
I just wanted to pop you a quick email to thank you for all your help with getting me my new role. It was really refreshing to come across such a professional yet friendly and down to earth Consultant, as I have run into a few cowboys in my time who just see the money and not the person who lies behind.
I firmly believe that you got it right from day one and matched me with the company that was the best fit for me in every way!!
It felt like I was discussing my options with a friend, and that you had my best interests at heart which really made me feel very comfortable in my choice.
Again, thank you for all that you have done!
Shane
I first spoke with YES on Wednesday 9th, by the end of the day I had an interview set up for Monday 14th. By Friday 18th I had attended 1st and second interviews with two companies YES thought would suit me and received offers of employment from both.
YES instinctively knew what would be right for me, knew their clients well and told me what I would have to do to get ready for the interview. YES was always available at the end of a phone when I needed them and was happy to text or email when I was in work and couldn’t talk. I cannot praise YES highly enough and thank them for all of their hard work. I certainly could not have done this without them.
Within a week of sending my CV to YES I have now found my dream job and have received a 50% pay increase. YES has been very supportive in helping me make the transition from an independent to a International recruitment firm. YES goes the extra mile by ensuring your new firm is the right move for you.
I will not think twice in recommending YES to any of my friends and family.
Gemma Donavan - Recruitment Consultant, Liverpool- January 2008
Good afternoon,
I would like to thank YES for all their help in securing my role. YES was extremely informative, supportive and thorough throughout the entire recruitment process when placing me in my new role. Even though it was over the Christmas period and they were out of the office for a couple of days, YES kept in touch via mobile and over e-mail and they ensured I was kept fully informed of all the developments over this period.
I am thrilled with my new job and feel that I am going to fit in brilliantly.
Thank you!
Best wishes
Gemma
Gemma Mahon - Recruitment Consultant- January 2008
Hi,
I would just like to say that the service I received from yourself and YES was second to none. You kept me abreast of everything that you were doing with relation to my applications. You found me a new role that is everything that I had asked for and more. I am extremely happy in my new position.
Thank You for everything!
Nat
Nathalie Piccarolo - Manchester- January 2008
Dear Peter,
Thank you very much for all the work you have done on my behalf, especially for having put me forward for interview at two quality companies, both of which, have offered me a position. It is so refreshing to deal with a company and a person who actually takes the time to discuss strengths and weaknesses and does not just put you forward for every position. It has been an absolute pleasure working with you and hope that if I can help you in the future, and that you would not hesitate to contact me.
Kind Regards and thank you again
I would like to thank Ian and the team at YES REC2REC for the professional and efficient service that I received throughout. A highly dependable and respectable agency who clearly focus on candidates as individuals and ensuring that they are a priority throughout the process. I can, and would recommend the agency to any other professional who wish to be treated as such.
First class service
I sent my CV out to several agencies and YES Rec2rec called me within 20 minutes! They was fantastic from the word go. YES knew exactly what kind of company would suit me straight away, talked me through options right then and there, and had 3 interviews lined up for me within a couple of hours! YES was a pleasure to deal with right from the start. YES are professional and so lovely to talk to; they kept me up to date every step of the way and just made the whole process so easy!
When it came down to choosing between two jobs, YES was there to give me advice, help me look at the pro's and con's and make the right decision. I am so excited about my new job and just want to thank YES for all their hard work! YES Rec2rec are really lucky to have such a brilliant consultants representing them and I'd just really urge anyone looking for a job in recruitment to CALL YES!
Anna Carlisle - Recruitment Consultant- Placed December 2007
I would like to thank Ian and the YES team for finding me the perfect role. Ian took the time to really listen to what I wanted out of my next role, and then proactively found two suitable companies. Ian phoned me and went through both companies in detail with me and followed up my questions about the companies. He arranged interviews for both companies and helped me prepare myself for the interviews. Ian got feedback fast from the companies and also from me. He had a great approach to finding me my current role and shone in comparison to all the other rec 2 recs that called me. I would definately recommend Ian and the team at YES in the future. Thank you to Ian and the team at YES.
Natalie Pickering - Leicester- Placed September 2007
Hi,
Thanks so much for all your help in finding me a new job!! Since we first spoke back in the middle of June I have been so impressed with the level of service you have given me. You have kept me updated at all times about possible opportunities, been honest and open about the various companies and shared lots of relevant and essential information with me to help me make the right decisions. I can be quite hard to get hold of, being in and out of meetings/ the office, and yet you have been in constant touch and always done exactly what you said you would do. Looking for a new job can be hard work and you have made the whole thing very simple and stress-free. You understood my reasons for leaving where I am and knew how keen I was to move as soon as possible and I know you have worked really hard on my behalf. On top of that you helped me sort out my CV, so it looked right!! Your approach is always helpful, professional, honest and friendly and it has been great to deal with you.
Thanks so much for everything - you have really been a star!!I know I will recommend YES to others without question and will also use you when I need to recruit my own staff!! (how exciting!!) And if I do ever look for a new role I know it would be YES that I approach purely for the fact that you have been so fantastic.
Thanks for your constant support and for finding me the ideal job!
Kindest Regards
YES have been very reliable, friendly and very reliable. I contacted YES Rec2Rec when I was looking for a new job but was very unsure of what direction I wanted to go in. I wanted to stay within recruitment but wanted to leave the sector that I was working in and was given amazing advice from them and am now in sector that I really enjoy thanks to YES. I felt that they were very supportive which is very important when looking for work.
YES always leaves the final decision to you, I never felt forced to go on interviews or accept any position that was offered. I am still in contact with YES now after being in my new position for three months and have referred many friends their way as there service is impeccable.
Teresa Grant - London- Placed April 2007
I would like to say thank you very much for the service you provided me. When I sent my C.V. I was sent on my 1st interview for a job and it was amazing, they prepared me for the interview and gave me the confidence to go out and deliver a presentation.
Even though I am now in the role I still get calls & texts asking how I am, they don't stop delivering their service. I cannot believe that I was placed within a few weeks.
Honest, punctual and accurate are all words that are not enough to describe YES's professionalism.
Kind Regards
Gary Cameron
Gary Cameron- Placed June 2007
Hi,
I would like to thank you for all your help and support during my recent search. On deciding to return to work after a career break I found it to be very daunting, especially as I had not had a formal interview in 7-years!
The encouragement and enthusiasm you generated towards me was fantastic and really boosted my confidence to "get back out there". My demands were quite specific and I wasn’t expecting anything immediately. However, within a week you had come back to me with several possibilities and from there you secured an interview for me. I have now accepted the role and am looking forward to starting in September.
I cannot thank you enough for your help. Your friendly approach and ability to treat me like a person, not another fee earner was a breath of fresh air.
You really listened to my list of wants and for this I am grateful. I will definitely recommend you to colleagues and will come to you for my future consultants!
Yours sincerely
Danni Butterworth
Dear YES
Thank you for your excellent selection and amazing help in securing my position with Search. Throughout the process I never felt uninvolved or uninformed as you kept me updated with everything which was smashing!
Your assistance with the interview processes was fantastic and I am sure it went a long way in helping me secure the job.
You were a breath of fresh air to "work" with and if I ever need to move, or know anyone who does, your name is the only one I will recommend!!!
Thank you
Emma Williamson
Throughout our initial contact I have found YES to be very helpful and understanding as they appreciated my reluctance to return to a branch environment. I felt YES was very understanding regarding my feelings on the sales aspect of recruitment, due to their own experience working with HR.
I have found YES to be very friendly albeit maintaining a professional approach, in both our phone calls and texts. In addition I felt that she maintained regular contact with me leading up to my interview, also instilling me with confidence regarding my own capabilities.
I also found the information they sent prior to interview helpful and it was presented in a clear context, this information was also delivered in a timely manner prior to interview. I felt I had been fully briefed prior to interview, after our various communications through phone calls and emails.
In addition I would not hesitate to contact you in the near future for further assistance.
Thank you once again.
Kind Regards
Jane Sharples
Jane Sharples- Placed June 2007
Dear Ian
I would like to take this opportunity to express my deepest thanks to you for all of your help and guidance during my recent job search.
Having been previously represented by other Rec2Rec firms I had grown disillusioned at the level of professionalism and expertise within the marketplace.
Once I had contacted YES Rec2Rec however, my faith was restored. From our initial contact I felt valued as a candidate and was particularly impressed with the attention to detail shown in finding out what I wanted to achieve from my next career move.
I was then dealt with professionally and promptly; agreed deadlines were adhered to and you took a truly consultative role throughout the entire process, arranging the interviews that your competitors could not.
The net result of your Endeavour’s is that I am now in exactly the position I was looking for.
I would happily recommend YES Rec2Rec to anyone in the industry and I will certainly maintain contact with you in the future as I look to expand my team.
Kind Regards
Mark Farrell
Mark Farrell- Placed May 2007
YES has been an excellent Recruitment Consultancy to work with. Their consultants are good listeners and having taken on board all my requirements, have now found me the perfect job.
I would have no hesitation in recommending YES to others who may be looking to take the next step up in their career.”
Stephen Hill.
YES has been nothing but supportive, listening to my career needs from start to finish. I have been with about four REC 2 REC companies from trying to get me into the recruitment industry and again, to trying to find me a more suitable second job in my career. However, for the first time I feel like she has listened to my concerns, what I like and don't like about my current job, ensuring its not going to be repeated in a similar role.
YES ensured that I would be challenged in my new role and valued for the success I bring to the table in my new company. People buy people in the recruitment industry and the main reason for going with your company was everybodys personality and work ethic. YES never judged me for the reasons for leaving my current company and supported me when a counter-offer was made. With YES's support I know I have made the right decision (contrary to my Area Manager's thoughts).
Thank you for making this process easy for me. The world needs more REC 2 REC companies with a work ethic similar to yours!!
Thank you for giving me a position I can finally be proud of!
Gemma Polanski
Hi,
I would like to say thank you very much for the service that you have provided to me, I have sent my C.V. to many Rec2Rec companies and I have always been sent to interviews which did not match the job I was looking for. When I sent my C.V. to YES Rec2Rec I was sent on my 1st interview for a job and it was amazing, the job was perfect for me and everyone at YES prepared me for the interview and gave me the confidence to go out and deliver. Even though I am now in the role I still get calls from YES asking how I am, she does not stop delivering the service. I cannot believe that I was placed within a week.
Honest, punctual, accurate are all words that are an understatement to YES and I am so proud to have been placed by YES Rec2Rec I have referred a couple of my friends who are really honoured to be working with YES.
Dear Adrian
The service was extremely professional, courteous and above all fast – I was in my new job within 2 weeks of making my initial call. Adrian kept me in the picture every step of the way and offered valuable guidance when needed. All my requests relating to salary, location etc, were listened to and acted upon.
YES Rec2Rec placed me into a role that really ticked all the boxes for me. I have found the next step in my career where I can continue to learn and be developed, within a culture that is progressive, innovative and forward thinking.
Thank you for an exceptional service!
Helen Mansell - Manchester- Placed April 2007
When I was relocating from Manchester to London, YES were simply amazing in helping me find a job. They sent my CV out to a number of companies, secured me 6 interviews for the 4 days I had in London and guided me through the whole process.
YES were in touch all the time by text, phone and email and were really encouraging, even when it was very stressful!!
Thanks to all at YES!
To all at YES,
I would like to say thank you for all your help and patience, through out the process of me relocating and acquiring a new position I have to say your service has far outweighed any other recruitment agency I had registered with.
I would also say that I have learned from you and would hope to treat my future candidates and clients in the same manner.
I have to say you were the only person who actually listened to my requirements and matched my experience and skills to the position I wanted, you did not go down the route of "just bluff your way through it you will be fine!" which is the service I got for one other agency! obviously money was more important to them than customer service!
I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending you to any colleagues or friends in the future, I honestly do not believe that I will need your services again in the future as you have done such an excellent job but if I did you would be the first and probably only person I would call!
I will keep you updated as to how everything is going.
Thank you again
Dee Phillips
Re: YES rec2rec
Honest, true to their word, understand best candidate for the job, excellent listeners, excellent communicators, hard working, fast, efficient, caring, passionate about their roles and candidates, credit to themselves, in a word… YES!
There are so many positive things to write about my candidate experience with YES that I really don’t know how to sum it up in a few lines…what is really special is how proud I am to be placed by YES to the company that I have been successful with, as they have used YES to recruit for a number of years from Directors to Managers and you can truly see that YES are using their skill and dedication to place the right candidates within a team that are lovely, genuine, hard working people, all of the same integrity and fit for the role within a ‘business about people’ – Healthcare!
Time and care has been taken in ensuring their client gets exactly what they have asked for – I don’t know how you’ve managed to source such excellent candidates but I am so much looking forward to my new role as Manager working with the team that you have already placed and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the life long opportunity you have given me! I leave my trust in you finding my next future colleague!
Kim Dennison
Dear Adrian,
I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thank you for all your efforts in helping me to find a suitable opportunity. I have worked with many consultants over the years and most of them only see you as a fee, in fact some of the agents I had asked to find me a suitable position, frankly should not be in this industry as they are a disgrace.
So it was a pleasure to finally work with someone who is actually concerned that I find the right opportunity rather than just making a placement. If I can recommend your services to anyone, I will gladly do so.
Please do keep in touch.
Best wishes
Phiroze Bilimoria
Phiroze Bilimoria - Hertfordshire- Placed March 2007
Dear YES,
Thank you for all your help, support, advise and even for listening to me.
As you know I am very happy in my new job. You put so much effort and dedication in helping me throughout to make sure that you found me the right job. No words can say how Thankful I am.
Best Wishes
Karen Sherridan - Hertfordshire- Placed January 2007
To all at YES
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for placing me in my current role. The job is great and I am enjoying the challenge of a new role. Your support and guidance through the interviews and your feedback was greatly appreciated and was very helpful towards me securing the role.
All the best,
Richard
The service from YES Rec2Rec has been outstanding from start to finish, always called when they said they would and gave honest and impartial feedback through every stage. I always felt they had my best interests at heart and certainly never felt that they were just chasing a fee. Adrian Head is an asset to the company and I would recommend him and the company to anyone at any level should they be looking for a move.
Robbie Hunter - Cheshire- Placed March 2007
I was very impressed by the speed of the initial contact. From my CV being submitted, to being out on interview happened very quickly.
Ian Havers provided invaluable advice, support and assistance. I will definitely use YES as a client going forward.
Managing Director - Hampshire- Placed October 2006
Ian thanks for backing me from the off, out of so many businesses I approached; only YES Rec2Rec opened doors for me.
Today I am happier than I have been for 20 years at work, got a small sense of real achievement back… thank you ALL…
Julian Saunders - Derby Region- Placed December 2006
I truly could not have asked for more from YES, their staff kept me informed at every stage and did not pressurise me into making any decisions before I was ready to.
YES were brilliant during the whole process; I will definitely recommend you to anyone!
Kim Smith - Letchworth- Placed January 2007
Dear Carl
Just a quick note to thank you very much for your services over the past few
weeks. You were by far, the most efficient and honest consultant I have dealt
with and as a result have found me what appears to be the ideal job for me!!
Should any of my colleagues or friends require the help that I did, I will
certainly recommend yourself and your company.
Thanks again Carl
Paul McDonagh
Paul McDonagh - South East- Placed January 2007
I wanted to take a moment to thank both Ian Havers and Adrian Head for all their hard work on my behalf in my search for new employment. I came to YES Rec2Rec unsure of the direction I was looking to take in my career. After many conversations Ian took the time and effort to identify a relevant shortlist of 4 companies that were right for me. Ian's advice was open and honest, and his experience in the rec2rec sector was clearly evident.
During my interviews Ian took annual leave and in his absence I dealt with his colleague Adrian Head. I felt this may hinder the process as Adrian had not dealt with me before, I couldn't have been more wrong, Adrian by far exceeded my expectations and became a true mentor during my interview process (which incidentally ended in all 4 offers!!). I was unsure about which offer to take, as all companies presented to me at shortlist were exactly what I was looking for. Adrian's advice was direct and honest and really helped put things in perspective for me.
Both Ian and Adrian's feedback and proactive approach were invaluable throughout.
Both Ian and Adrian's feedback and proactive approach were invaluable throughout.
I would highly recommend them to any recruitment professional looking for a new position.
Thank you both and I'm enjoying my new position immensely!!
Tracy Wicik - West Midlands- Placed January 2007
Having recently been placed as an Operations Manager at a well known Social Work Recruitment Company by YES, I think this is a fantastic opportunity to provide them with a testimonial.
I began looking for alternative employment in October 2006, I have had previous dealings with rec to rec companies but have not found any of the consultants as efficient and friendly as those at YES (hence not being placed by them!!)
I contacted YES because of a position advertised, within 24 hours they had contacted me and we spoke about what I was looking for, what impressed me further was that within 2 hours they had spoken to organisations that I would want to work for and arranged a couple of interviews! What made the difference was that these were organisations that I would have wanted to work for instead of organisations that she wanted me to work for, which had tended to be my experience of working with rec to recs in the past
I found the YES consultants supportive both pre and post interviews, and their feedback was both speedy and well worded. YES always stayed in touch but also appreciated that I needed time to consider positions being offered to me, and at that time I would contact them, there was no pressure at all. Even after I started work the after care service was impeccable.
The post that I am in now could not be more suited to my needs and I feel that I have developed a positive relationship with the YES staff over the course of the last three months, which in some places was a bumpy ride in terms of appropriate interview dates and waiting for offers to be made.
As a client I would most definitely use YES with any of my recruitment needs, and will also recommend them to any of my colleagues within recruitment to use them when looking for new career opportunities.
It has been a pleasure working with YES and I would like to thank them for all their hard work.
Caroloine Vaughn - West Yorkshire- Placed January 2007
Ian I just thought I would drop you a quick email to say thank you for putting me forward for the position at .......
The company is fantastic and the staff / MD have made me feel very welcome. I know I am going to enjoy working here and the potential to develop is amazing.
I will not hesitate in recommending your services to other potential Candidates that may be looking for work in the new year.
Kindest Regards
Sharon
Sharon - West Yorkshire- Placed December 2006
Very quick, very thorough and very professional
Your Consultants are a credit to your Company!
Kerry Fox - West Yorkshire- Placed November 2006
Carl has facilitated me immensley in my search for employment within the recruitment industry. I had been out of work for some time when i came across YES Rec2Rec Ltd, and Carl was my first point of contact. Since then, Carl has always made me feel as if i was his number one priority.
I am beyond superlatives to explain Carl and his professionalism. I am now currently working as a Recruitment BDE, thanks to Carl.
Stuart Easton - East Midlands- Placed November 2006
Given a very good Service from YES. I was presented with some great opportunities, and the advice from YES was useful and appreciated.
David Carter - North West
The service received from YES Rce2Rec has been second to none. Extremely professional and a speedy turnaround - great job!!
Sandra has been fantastic, she is approachable, professional, and true to her word.
Jo Whaley - North East
Carl was very pleasant, he not only kept me updated, but kept me motivated - i would definitely recommend YES Rec2Rec.
Staceyann Nolan - West Yorkshire
"I have been extremely impressed with the service offered by Carl Iredale at YES. Carl has worked professionally, effectively and quickly to secure me my ideal role. In correctly identifying the best opportunities to suit me none of my time has been wasted in unproductive meetings. Carl's helpful guidance and sense of humour have kept me motivated and made this job search a pleasure. I recommend both Carl and Yes warmly"
Laura Hall - North Yorkshire
Excellent service throughout. From the first call through to my eventual start it has all run relatively smoothly. If i needed any assistance, Ian was just a phone call away.
Anthony Lloyd
This is the second time that Yes Rec2Rec have assisted me with a change of employment. All i can say is i will be highly recommeding you!
Thanks to Ian, i have now gained employment with a Company i am goin to enjoy working for.
Sue - North East
Excellent service - very efficient and friendly, with good communication throughout the process. I was very well informed on the position and the Company - couldn't ask for more!
I would not hesitate to use the services of Yes Rec2Rec again. I would certainly use Yes as a client to seek candidates and would happily recommend them.
Susan Askew
The service was very good, i was kept informed every step of the way. Ian was very thorough and accurate with his knowledge.
I would certainly recommend Yes Rec2Rec to anybody looking to remain in recruitment.
Cheryl
Hi Ian
I would like to thank you for all your help. It is unfortunate that the end result was via another agency, however the service at YESRec2Rec was the best and in the event that i am looking again, i know who i will be calling first
All the best
Chinasa
Chinasa - London
An absolutely professional, first class service. Courteous, respectful, friendly, along with timely and accurate feedback.
YES Rec2Rec are in my opinion, an outstanding example of how recruitment should be done. Outstanding service – thank you!
Christopher Selby - West Yorkshire- Placed September 2006
Ian Havers at YES Rec2Rec provided an EXCELLENT SERVICE!! I felt very comfortable with YES representing me, and unlike other Rec2Rec companies, i felt they really did want to get me the right job.
Thanks a million! I am really glad that you listened to me, and that you didn't push me towards an Operations role which would have been a quicker option.
Claire - South- Placed August 2006
Ian Havers provided a perfect service at YES Rec2Rec and found me the right Company - exactly what I was looking for.
Stephen Tyrer - Exeter- Placed August 2006
I contacted YES Rec2Rec with a view to looking for another position in Recruitment. I placed my CV on many job sites, but found that the only Company who were professinal and motivated towards finding me the right placement were YES Rec2Rec. I Dealt with Stuart (a very Down to Earth guy), who listened to what I wanted and never at any point pushed me towards a position that I did not want (even though this meant money to Stuart). Stuart also gave me advice on how to deal with the Rec2Rec Companies.
It only took 3 days from the point of placing my CV with Stuart, to actually obtaining an offer of employment.
All I can Says is "thanks" - I will definitely be recommeding the services of YES Rec2Rec to other Consultants
Gavin Sagu - Leeds- Placed July 2006
I just wanted to say thanks for all your efforts in assisting me in finding me my new role.
From the minute I contacted YES Rec2Rec I was impressed not only with the quality of the service I received, but also the speed at which you responded. When I first came to visit your office I didn’t really know what to expect, as this was the first time I had used the services of a rec2rec agency and had heard all sorts of horror stories from colleagues in the past. To say I was pleasantly surprised is an understatement! I was provided with a number of options and Ian was able to give me a valuable insight in to each of the Companies concerned. As a result, I attended an interview the following day which led to a second interview a week later and an offer of employment. What really impressed me was the fact that Ian showed a genuine interest in me as a person, my career aspirations, and provided valuable advice which assisted me in making a decision which has proved to be one of the best decisions I have ever made……………..so thank you!
On a different note, I now have targets to hit and need to build a team around me, so if you have any candidates with Social work experience please let me know.
Thanks and kind regards
Nick Mather
Nick Mather - Leeds- Placed June 2006
I found YES Rec2Rec to be friendly, approachable, and they always had the time to listen. They found me the perfect job because they didnt try to 'shoehorn' me into a role that didn't fit my needs. Even after I started my new job, they were still there to give advice and support. I will definitely be recommending them to my friends in Recruitment.
Faye Simpson - West Yorkshire- Placed May 2006
I was in the situation where I was very unhappy with my last employer and thought I had no hope of finding an ideal work placement. I had an idea to put my CV onto the Reed website and apply for a few Trainee Recruitment positions one evening, just to see what was out there. The next morning I had a call from YES, I could not believe how quick YES were to find me. They gave me a great deal of confidence and really trusted and believed in me. Instantly I had two interviews, I felt so lucky that I finally had the opportunity to shine. I have now been placed in a great Recruitment Consultancy where I believe I have a solid, bright future with the best training possible. This is all down to YES and their fantastic recruitment and people skills. I would recommend YES’s services to anyone who wants to achieve the best for themselves, and they would be the first and only people I would ask to help me in the future.
Rebecca Way
I recently engaged the services of YES Recruitment to Recruitment with regard to my search for a new position. I have been in the I.T. recruitment industry for 16 years, working at all levels from Trainee Consultant to Managing Director, and have recently taken an 18 month break. Over the years I have dealt with innumerable Rec to Rec organisations as a recruiter and having now been on the other end of the process, I can say that the service I have received from YES stands head and shoulders above their competition. YES have identified for me a well qualified number of frankly "ideal" opportunities, and where interviews have been arranged they briefed me thoroughly (in stark contrast to the bulk of Rec to Rec agencies I have dealt with both as a candidate and as a recruiter). The opportunities themselves have been selected carefully by YES in line with my requirements and I have been able to attend interviews in a strong position because of the extremely professional way that I have been briefed beforehand. In short, YES operates in accordance with all of the high standards I have always believed should be applied to any recruitment process. I would not hesitate to recommend them to any client or candidate working within the recruitment industry.
Mark Bays - Sales Director Compuvac, Managing Director MECS Europe
As a Trainer specialising in the recruitment industry, I'm not very easy to impress, but I would like to compliment YES Rec2Rec on the first class service they provided. They listened closely to my requirements and found me what can only be described as the perfect role within a vibrant and exciting Company. What made it even more challenging is that Training Manager roles are very few and far between. They were attentive and always had time to discuss any queries I had - two qualities that should be present in every recruiter, but sadly lacking in many.
Helen Wilson - Telford- Placed May 2006
I was very reluctant to use a Rec2Rec agency as I have not had a great experience with them in the past, from both a client perspective seeking to recruit consultants, to assisting me personally in finding a very challenging position.
What a difference you have made! I would like to thank you for all your support in helping me find that challenge in such a short space of time - a job offer there and then in the middle of my interview - from application to interview to a placement all in one week.
It has been a great pleasure working with you and I will have absolutely no hesitation in recommending your services, you have certainly proven that you really are the number one Rec2Rec Company, the Best in the UK!
Best regards
Tina King - Cambridge- Placed May 2006
The service from YES Rec2Rec was excellent, they were able to identify my strengths and weaknesses to determine which positions would be suited to me.
It was a pleasure to get to know Ian and the rest of the team.
Marc Dawson - Hull- Placed April 2006
Just a quickie to say thank you once again for your support, guidance & encouragement in respect of my successful application within the Social Care Market place.
My first week has been a whirlwind, there is so much to learn & in some ways it feels like I'm starting all over again, but I have thoroughly enjoyed it. Jane is a brilliant Manager & she is going to teach me a hell of a lot. She is someone I can really look up to, which is rare in this industry... I've fallen on my feet (with a little help from your good self) and I am very happy.
Thank you once again.
Kindest regards
Angie Green - Kent- Placed April 2006
Just wanted to thank you for ensuring my move from Solicitor to Recruitment Consultant was a painless process.
I am so happy in my new job and this is down to your highly professional and informed advice.
I am sure that if I can provide my candidates with the friendly service and thorough care with which you handled my application then I can only achieve success.
Thanks again,
David Carr - Manchester- Placed April 2006
Matthew,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank your for all the time and effort afforded to me during this recruitment process. This is the first time that I have used a recruitment consultancy, and the professional service both before, during and after has been fantastic. Your personal input and advice throughout has been brilliant, I wish you every success in the future.
Once again thanks for all your support.
Best Wishes
Jason Hibbert - Cheshire- Placed March 2006
Without a doubt YES Recruitment gave a first class service – couldn’t fault a thing. Would definatley recommend YES to my friends and use in my new role as Branch Manager.
Many thanks
Julie Grove - Leeds- Placed February 2006
Excellent service from beginning to end. YES were extremely helpful throughout the entire process and turned, what could have been a very stressful time into a completely painless one.
Thank you!
Michael Thurgood - London- Placed January 2006
Very professional. Good career advice, open and honest communication. Excellent feedback and prompt response and follow up.
Would recommend to other candidates and use again if necessary.
Giselle Koppanen - Scotland- Placed January 2006
Ben,
Just a quick note to say thank you for all your help in getting a new job.
You have been a huge support throughout the process; always getting back to me when you said you would, and keeping in touch. I felt no pressure from you to make a decision at any point. Instead I felt you gave your honest opinion and was there on hand for advice when I needed it.
Danielle Harker - Oxford- Placed February 2006
The Service I received was fantastic, Matthew was not only professional but very supportive.
I will have no hesitation in recommending Matthew to any of my friends.
Angela Roberts - Warrington- Placed January 2006
The service has been excellent with good communication throughout.
Many thanks for all your help Ben, I will certainly recommend your service.
Alex Gardner - London- Placed January 2006
Dear Ian,
I just wanted to thank you again for all the hard work you and your team have put in over the last few weeks. I have now had two offers from the three interviews you arranged for me and I am delighted to be starting my new job in less than two weeks.
I have been pleasantly surprised by the effort yourself and Ben have put in and cannot thank you enough for your advice and experience.
I would thoroughly recommend YES Rec2Rec to anyone looking for an opportunity in Scotland in the recruitment industry.
I wish you and your team all the best for the future. Keep up the good work.
Regards
Robin Odlum - Scotland- Placed January 2006
A big thank you to all at YES. A thorough, honest professional service that I would recommend to both candidates and clients.
Martin Brothers - Bedfordshire- Placed January 2006
I am absolutely delighted to be starting my new job in January.
I wanted to put pen to paper to thank you and say how extremely impressed I have been with the help you have given throughout my search for the right role.
You listened, were empathetic, communicated and never lost enthusiasm (unlike so many other rec to rec companies).
You have been both professional and brilliant to deal with, so once again thank you.
I will keep you posted on my progress but in the meantime have a fantastic Christmas and really successful New Year
Best Wishes
Linda Aburn - Surrey- Placed December 2005
Matthew
Just a quick note to thank you for your help and assistance over the last
few weeks.
Thanks to your professional and friendly guidance I have secured a fantastic
opportunity for the New Year!
I would have no hesitation in recommending you or YES to potential
candidates and clients.
Kind regards
Tracey Peel - Crewe- Placed Decemner 2005
Thought I would send you a quick email to say thanks for all your help over the past few weeks / months.
Job is going very very well so far!!
I’ve settled in really quickly, with all the people in the office really good to work with – the kind of environment I wanted to be in, so the perfect choice!!!
So, thanks again Ben for helping me put my career on the right path and have to meet up for that drink soon!!!!
Kind regards,
Chris Lake - Birmingham- Placed November 2005
Excellent : A new job in under a week! Very thorough follow up and good communication throughout.
Ben Glover - Yorkshire- Placed October 2005
Excellent service with sound advice and help given with business proposal. All staff helpful and felt treated as an individual rather than a commodity.
I would certainly approach YES Rec2Rec for staffing needs and would not hesitate to recommend Ian and his team to colleagues.
David Berry - Scotland- Placed November 2005
Excellent service throughout. Communication first class and understanding my needs was one quality that Stuart looked into and delivered.
Will certainly recommend.
Tony Duff - Norwich- Placed October 2005
Fantastic! Very professional, helpful and always following up and not switching off after office hours.
I am very impressed with Stuart and would contact him to help find more staff.
Julie Rowley - Skipton (North Yorkshire)- Placed October 2005
Up until Stuart phoned me I hadn’t heard of YES Rec2Rec but I cannot thank him enough for all his help.
Stuart was very helpful and friendly and always kept me informed as to what was happening. Thank you again Stuart.
Janet Mitchell - Essex- Placed October 2005
Just a quick note to thank you for your help and assistance over the last couple of months.
Having been a Regional Manager for a recruitment company myself for several years, I know what a bunch of maniacs consultants can be and I can honestly say that it is rare to find a rec2rec with your level of honesty, work ethic and commitment.
It’s been an absolute pleasure and you can be assured I will be using your services again (but hopefully from the other side of the desk next time..!)
Best regards
Neil Jackson - Cheshire- Placed November 2005
I can honestly say that YES have been excellent throughout my whole job hunting process! They took time to understand exactly what I was looking for and never tried to force me into going for jobs that weren't suitable ensuring a true consultative service was offered at all times!
They kept me aware of the progress of my applications at all times and remained both friendly and professional to the end, their experience clearly shone through.
I would have no hesitation in recommending YES to potential candidates and clients.
I wish all the team all the best.
Regards
Jarrod Mollison
Jarrod Mollison - Birmingham- Placed November 2005
This was the first recruitment to recruitment process I have been
through and they managed the process very well.
They were very helpful and insightful while looking for my new role and
ended up finding me the perfect job.
It was through their knowledge and expertise that the organisation decided
to bring me in for interview and the rest (as they say) is history.
YES ran the process efficiently and also discreetly in what could have
potentially been a difficult process.
They made sure that contact was always made when needed and made sure that
they used the right method of contact at the right time.
I would not hesitate in recommending anyone to use YES They are an
efficient and well managed team as well as being personable and lively
individuals.
They defiantly managed all aspects of the process professionally, and is
a credit to YES.
Thanks a lot for your hard work and time.
Ryan Ibbotson - Brighton- Placed July 2005
On leaving my last position I had no hesitation in calling Ian at YES Rec2Rec. Although I had previously only worked with Ian for a brief period I had no doubts about his professionalism and integrity. Within days I was presented for interview for a job, which perfectly matched my requirements. Shortly after my second interview I was due to go on holiday for two weeks, however, YES kept in constant touch with me throughout the remainder of the recruitment process and in my second week on holiday I was offered the position. I would have no reservations in recommending YES to anybody looking for the right job in recruitment or in using their services when seeking new staff for myself.
Kevan McKinnon - Nottingham- Placed August 2005
'Matt' (YES) provided a market leading service. I genuinely believe after
dealing with in excess of 10 rec to recs, that YES for me were way ahead of
the competition. Polite, professional, and sincere intellects who
proactively set out to exceed and deliver several interviews and ultimately
offer me a management position with a leading national, while re-negotiating
the benefits package way above what I had expected'. Matt was always a real
joy to talk with and discuss realistic options.
Thanks again
James Parker - Liverpool- Placed April 2005
What an excellent, professional company to deal with! Although I had no idea who YES were prior to my dealings with Ian, it was refreshing to deal with a company who listened to exactly what I required from a recruitment position. My background was in a field sales role and I welcomed the impartial advice and suggestions Ian offered me. Although Ian is the MD of the company I felt comfortable dealing with him on an informal basis and he offered me excellent advice in an industry in which I had little knowledge. I am very pleased with the position Ian helped me acquire and I will certainly be spreading the word about YES for other professionals wanting to develop their career.
Thanks again to Ian and his team.
Liam Salkeld - Cumbria- Placed September 2005
Ben,
I just wanted to e mail you to thank you and commend you on your class, professional and confidential service. I had little faith in recruit to recruit until I came upon yourself. You have proved yourself and your company to be of the very highest standard, you provide a high level of integrity and honesty and communication. Thank you for your efforts.
I was particularly impressed with your accuracy and speed and the manner in which you listened to my needs and requests. Without question you worked efficiently and I had every confidence in your ability.
I will recommend you without hesitation
All the best
Alison Francis
Alison Francis - Bedfordshire- Placed September 2005
YES have been a great help in my search for a new job. They have been thorough, kind, porfessional and contactable.
Should I ever find myself looking for another job, I wouldn't hesitate in contacting YES Rec2Rec for their assistance.
Many thanks
Melissa Hudson - Yorkshire- Placed August 2005
Absolutely first class!! - Ian found me a job within approx 3 / 4 days, including setting up first and second interview and verbal offer.
I would definately recommend any colleagues to use YES Rec2Rec
Sally Horsey - Surrey- Placed July 2005
I am delighted with the service I have received from my YES Through careful questioning they gained an understanding of my motivation and ambitions and have matched my experience / aspirations expertly to my new role. I will recommend YES as a preferred supplier to my new company and will maintain a working relationship with YES going forward.
Thank you
Stephen Moore - Birmingham- Placed July 2005
After sending my CV to YES Rec2Rec, to look for a new role within the recruitment market, they were in touch with me that day and contacted me with a vacancy that matched my requirements two days later.
After an extremely quick interview process I was offered the job. YES’s staff ensured that they had given me all the information that I needed about the job prior to me applying and held my hand throughout the whole process. I found Ian and his staff to be professional and helpful at all times and would not hesitate to recommend them to clients and candidates alike.
Derek Anderson - Scotland- Placed July 2005
Many thanks to everyone at YES Recruitment for finding me my ideal placement. Ian contacted me the very same day I sent my CV and spent a good while discussing MY requirements. It was a breath of fresh
air to speak to a rec2rec that listened to what I
wanted. I will definatly be recomending Ian and his staff to anyone looking for a move.
Keep up the good
work!'
Kind Regards
Steve
Steven Buckfield - Kent- Placed July 2005
An excellent service which was honest and open at all times. Ben was extremely professional at each stage. I was also surprised at the speed at which I was placed.
I would never hesitate in recommending YES Rec2Rec and Ben to any of my collegues and friends.
Christopher Martin - London- Placed June 2005
I'd just like to say thanks for everything in finding myself a new position.
After finding out the division I was currently working in was to be closed, I contacted numerous Rec 2 Rec agencies to see what positions were available.
Ian at Yes Rec2Rec was the only agency that listened to exactly what type of companies and roles I would be interested in and giving me a choice of companies he believed would be able to further my career. He was right and the only problem was choosing which company to accept.
Thanks again
Andrew Newsome - Bedfordshire- Placed June 2005
The service I received from Yes Rec2Rec was excellent, Matt was very professional, helpful and a nice person to deal with. He matched me to the right job.
I would recommend them to my friends in the industry, no hesitations at all.
Thanks for all your help!!
Deborah Forster - Newcastle- Placed May 2005
I contacted yes rec 2 rec after seeing an advert on reed.co.uk. I spoke to Ian Havers and he discussed my current situation, ascertained my expectations and outlined a number of opportunities he had in mind. Ian was very approachable and professional and genuinely had my best interests at heart, taking time and care to resolve any queries or concerns I had.
Within days I had a number of interviews arranged which matched my requirements – throughout the interview process Ian and his team were onhand to offer support and a further insight into the roles. As a result I am due to start my new position in 2 weeks.
I would not hesitate in recommending Ian and his team to anyone in the
industry, as they offer a truely professional and personal service.
Ian Miller - Newcastle- Placed June 2005
At last… a ‘rec to rec’ company that listened to what I wanted as a candidate!!! Having been burnt by a ‘rec to rec’ company in the past it was refreshing to be dealt with in a professional manner and to be found the right job, organisation and career. Using his extensive contacts in the industry, Ian arranged a number of interviews within a week that gave me a choice, I was briefed, debriefed and dealt with in a proficient and honest manner from the start to the finish.
Thanks Ian…. I take back my ‘rec to rec’ views – you can have that victory!!
And I would not hesitate in recommending Ian and his team to anyone in the industry looking for the next move or quality staff
Nick Kershaw - Leeds- Placed May 2005
Ian was excellent - honest, interested and a pleasure to deal with. It was a painless experinece and it made a change to deal with professionals.
Thank You - If only every thing was as reliable
Sue Bruce - Wakefield- Placed April 2005
Many thanks to Ben for all his help and support in finding me a new job.
I would not hesitate in recommending YES Rec2Rec to any other candidate or company in the future, as I received the best service I have ever received from any other agency.
I was offered an interview within one day of contacting him and feel sure that he had a good understanding of the type of position I was seeking. The company I have been placed with seems to be just what I was looking for.
Keep up the good work Ben, thanks again.
Maggie Shelton - Nottingham- Placed March 2005
Excellent service, Ian could not have helped or advised any more than he did. Felt like he went on my side and really felt part of a great organisation with excellent advise throughout.
Ian Havers is absolutely exceptional and really helped me throughout my selection process
Gary Cameron - Newcastle- Placed August 2004
A fantastic service! Ian and his team are so professional in their inception to completion of applicant placement. I would recommend Ian and his team to my colleagues within this industry with no hesitation.
Andrew Weaver - Midlands- Placed March 2005
A colleague of mine recommended i contact 'Yes recruit 2 recruit' in my
quest for alternative employment. Having had success in finding an improved
position as a result of dealing with this agency i decided to contact them
directly myself. I spoke with the managing director/owner - Mr Ian Havers -
who proceeded to carry out a telephone interview. This was very detailed and
in depth and Ian asked relevant questions about my current position,
previous experience and skill base. Additionally, Ian asked me detailed
questions about the type of job/nature of role i was looking for, salary expectations, the type of compaqny i was hoping to join and other general
information that was required to enable the agency to effectively job search
on my behalf. Within 48 hours Ian was back in contact with me discussing an
opportunity in my local area - Liverpool. I had a telephone interview with
the company director and then met the managing director a few days later for
formal interview. This went very well and i am starting my new job next
week. Ian was completely professional in his manner yet totally
approachable. If you are looking to find yourself a job i strongly suggest
you consider dealing with Yes Recruit 2 Recruit. A thoroughly professional
outfit who genuinely care about their clients. Good luck in your endeavour.
Craig Doyle - Wirral- Placed March 2005
I would like to compliment the service I have received from your Divisional Director Matthew Wilson.
I have found him to be very professional and understanding of where I want to be for the long term in the industry. He has definitely been very holistic in his approach and guidance.
Could you please thank him on my behalf, I will also recommend other individuals from my organisation to contact Matthew for guidance on their careers.
Jannan
Regards.
Jannan Sourani - London
I am extremely pleased with the service I have received from Yes Rec2Rec. My Consultant Matthew is extremely good at his job and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him and Yes Rec2Rec to other people.
Every job Matthew discussed with me was suitable, I only wish I had met him sooner!!
P.S – I am very happy in my new job working in the Healthcare Recruitment Industry. I can honestly say that there is no way I would have actually searched out a Recruitment position in Nursing. Thanks to Matthew and Yes I am going to enjoy a new career.
Thank you very much!!
Daniel Moral - Chester- Placed January 2005
As Rec2Rec goes, Ian and his team shine like a beacon! Ian rang me and gained a better understanding of me than many people that I have met face to face. Ian then had me on interview on the same week and by the following week I was employed. He has placed me in a company with a solid career progression and a vibrant office atmosphere. I would not hesitate in recommending Ian to anyone in the industry.
Although he is the MD, he is the one who would personally contact me day in day out to see how things are going.
All in all I have been impressed by Ian and his attitude to always be there for you.
I thank Ian for all his time and efforts, and if in the future I have a requirement for staff, I will approach Ian and his team.
Kind Regards and all the best,
Manish Patel - West Midlands- Placed January 2005
YES are one of the best rec-2-recs that I have come across. They are well networked across the industry providing a gateway to the very best top talent jobs. The service offered by Matthew Wilson is truly unique, tailoring the career aspirations of the individual to the skill gaps of the client organisation; he works in partnership with both the candidate and client to strengthen the human capital capabilities of the industry's leadership teams.
Jane Hankinson - Business Development Director - Kent- Placed November 2004
" I discovered yesrec2rec via the reed.co.uk website and immediately applied. I was contacted within the same day by Ian Havers, who discussed with me my current situation, what i was looking for with regards to employment and in which areas. Ian was extremely helpful, and i was shocked to find a Managing Director of a company would take so much time to help me in my search for employment. Within a few days, i had interviews arranged which suited my specifications and Ian continually provided support regarding the interviews. The service was quick, efficient and professional and Ian and his colleagues were on hand to help whenever i had a query, no matter how small. Consequently i found employment within a very short space of time, and i am due to commence my new position this week! I am very grateful for all the help received from yesrec2rec, and have recommended the service to several friends and colleagues"
Thanks Again
Natalie Watson - Sunderland- Placed November 2004
On leaving my previous position I had no hesitation in calling Yes rec 2 rec. The main reason initially was that I had worked for Ian for many years and always found that he had a wealth of knowledge and insight of the industry and the people who work in it.
Within a few days I was presented with 6 interviews which all fitted my criteria.
Prior to each interview Ian would call to give me an overview of the company and the people who worked there.
Ian has an uncanny knack of knowing who is working where and which organisations are moving to strengthen their teams.
He also offers great consultancy and advice during the decision making process which I found invaluable.
It’s good to know that there is now a rec 2 rec who treat everyone like they are a top candidate and not just another c.v .
I owe a debt of gratitude to Ian, Shellie, Matthew and Joanne for finding me a great new job.
Thanks
Andy Sexton - Hertfordshire- Placed July 2004
Ian, the Company you placed me at is excellent, very personable with lots of internal staff development and investment.
I would have no hesitation in recommending the company for any potential candidates that you may have.
Anyway thanks for what you did, your help with finding me alternative employment was superb. By far the best rec to rec experience I've had.
Keep up the good work
Good luck
Regards
Jon Sadler - Doncaster- Placed March 2004
Just a quick note to say thank you very much for all your help in finding another position. I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into helping me out. If I'm ever on the job market again, or I need some staff I will certainly contact you. I won't hesitate to recommend you to colleagues who are looking for a new job.
Thanks again - I'll keep in touch to let you know how things are going once I'm settled.
Kind Regards
Helen Thorpe - Rotherham- Placed November 2004