Tell us what matters.
The conversation is where the useful part happens. A CV tells us where you have been. Ten minutes on the phone tells us what you are looking for and what you would rather avoid.
Anything you tell us about your reasons for moving stays between us unless you are happy for it to be shared.
What we will ask about
None of it is a test. It is how we work out which roles are genuinely worth putting in front of you.
What you have been doing
The parts of the job that take up your week, not just the headline. This is usually the most revealing part of the conversation.
Why you are looking now
Timing matters, and so does the reason. Moving for more responsibility and moving to get away from a situation lead to different recommendations.
What suits you
Team size, pace, formality, the kind of manager you work well with. This is where most of the fit is decided.
The practical position
Location, working pattern, notice period, salary expectations and anything else that has to work. Better said early than discovered at offer stage.
Anything else in play
Other applications or processes you are already in. We are not competing with them; we just need to know the timeline.
Being straight with a recruiter is not being difficult. It is what makes the shortlist useful.
If a salary is not enough, if the commute is too long, or if a role does not appeal, say so. We would far rather adjust than send you to something you were unsure about from the start.
What you can expect back
Straight answers
If we do not have anything suitable, we will say so rather than keep you on a list.
Your consent first
We will always ask before sending your CV anywhere. No speculative circulation.
Real detail on roles
Who the business is, how the team works, what they are hoping to find and anything we know that might give you pause.
A reply either way
Including when the answer is no. Silence is the thing candidates complain about most, and it is easy to avoid.
A note
This is general guidance based on what we see day to day. It is not legal advice, and your own contract and circumstances always come first.
Speak to us
When you are ready, a short conversation is the quickest way to start.