Securing a High-Performing New Business Development Manager for Janitorial Distributor Arrow County Supplies
Case Study Case Study Arrow County Supplies identify Client Context Arrow County Supplies is a well-established cleaning and janitorial distribution business with more than 45 years of market presence and a reputation for strong supply chain capability and customer service. The organisation operates from its headquarters in Shrewsbury and works with a network of more […]
Senior Account Manager Hire for EF-Group: Finding the Capability Behind the Job Title
Case Study EF-Group | Part of Foodbuy Group EF-Group provides procurement, supply-chain and menu-management solutions to organisations across sectors including healthcare, education, hospitality and facilities management. Its technology helps customers manage complex purchasing and supply chains, but the proposition is also highly relationship-led. Dedicated account teams work closely with customers to deliver value, improve efficiency […]
Why Textile Services Business CLEAN Found Its Best Sales Hire Outside Its Competitors
Case Study CLEAN CLEAN is a leading UK textile services business providing commercial laundry, linen and workwear rental services to customers across hospitality and industry. The business sits naturally within Electi Talent’s specialist markets. Like many of the organisations we work with, CLEAN operates a contracted, recurring-revenue service model, where winning the customer is only […]
How We Secured a Hospitality Sales Hunter for The Fine Bedding Company in a Saturated London Market
Watch candidate video Case Study Case Study The Fine Bedding Company The Fine Bedding Company is a premium UK manufacturer supplying bedding solutions into the hospitality sector, including independent hotels, groups, serviced apartments and leisure operators. They engaged Electi Talent to deliver a commercially critical Business Development Manager – Hospitality hire covering London and the […]
Our Search for a Growth-Ready Operations Leader at Pet Services Business Rags & Berts
Watch candidate video Case Study Case Study Rags & Bert’s Rags & Berts is a fast-growing pet services business based in Reading. Initial Assignment What was the initial assignment? Rags & Berts, a fast-growing pet services business based in Reading, approached Electi Talent to hire a senior Operations Manager to support its next phase of […]
How to get what you want from your employer, before you start looking elsewhere
How to get what you want from your employer, before you start looking elsewhere. I am often the first port of call for frustrated talent, feeling they have no choice but to start looking elsewhere. But believe it or not, my advice is often to go back and have a conversation upwards to try and […]
How to measure quality of hire
Everyone wants to make the best hire. It’s like the gold medal in recruiting: finding a candidate with the perfect mix of skills, who delivers strong results and fits seamlessly into your company culture. With hiring still on a global slowdown and businesses being extra careful with headcounts, quality of hire has never been more […]
Exit interviews: do they work or are they just a tick box exercise?
Exit interviews have become a common practice in many organisations, with the goal of gathering valuable feedback from departing employees. However, the question remains: do they really work? Are employees truly honest during these interviews? The honesty dilemma For many employees, the idea of an exit interview brings up mixed feelings. On one hand, it’s […]
Three ways of investing in people during a downturn
We’re living through one of the worst financial crises the world has seen since World War two. And with the recession prefaced by the uncertainty of the pandemic, and even before that, legislation changes such as the IR35 reforms, the recruitment landscape has changed beyond all recognition in recent years. This might leave leaders reluctant […]
Common mistakes that companies make when hiring
The urgency and haste conundrum In the fast-paced world of business, the pressure to fill critical roles can often lead to rushed hiring decisions. This urgency, though understandable, can cause companies to overlook the careful consideration needed in the hiring process. Let’s delve into the common pitfalls that companies fall into and how to navigate […]