At Ad Idem we take pride in our work and value our client and candidate feedback. As part of our commitment to be true recruitment business partners, we ask our clients and candidates how we are doing in terms of service levels and customer experience. Enclosed are examples of recent testimonials! Don’t take our word for it…
Client Feedback for Ann Radford
Client: TRG plc
“Ann and the team at Ad Idem have been my go-to recruitment partner over the past seven years and have delivered me a string of amazing candidates that have driven forward my business over that time. The difference for me has been the consistency of the relationships and the desire to find people that not just fit the job spec but will truly thrive in my various teams. This is based on the deep understanding and commitment of them to understanding me personally, my style and the culture of the teams that I am trying to build. I wouldn’t want to do a piece of recruitment without them”.
Matt Crumpler | Finance Director, TRG plc
Candidate Feedback for Jim-Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Sarasin & Partners LLP
“Jim simply stands out. In times -year 2020- where searching for a new job resembles a fierce competition and recruiters are like ethereal figure (difficult to get hold of one), Jim was really supportive and hands-on. Not only knowledgeable and professional, but also aware of the job seeker’s contact needs. Throughout my hiring process, Jim has been fully available, engaged and supportive, able to share insights and provide information; this without any pressure on me and my own decisions”.
Gloria Mazzucchelli | Business Manager, Sarasin & Partners LLP
Candidate Feedback for Ciara Simpson
“It is my absolute pleasure to write this recommendation for Ciara. I have met quite a number of recruiters, yet i have never met such a dedicated, attentive and authentic person as Ciara. Highly recommend!“
Monique Boezaard | HR Business Partner, Brill
Candidate Feedback for Jim-Gervaise-Brazier
“Jim brings positive energy and enthusiasm. He has helped me through difficult times by mentoring me through application processes, CV refinement and, market awareness. Jim is truly a great person, taking time out of his schedule to assist whenever I needed it. A powerful networker and an even greater person”.
Christopher Chow | upcoming position in sales operations | February 2021
Candidate Feedback
“Do you remember how good it feels when you are taken care of? This is how I felt when I started the collaboration with AD Idem Consulting. I instantly felt that I was taken care of. Hayley is so warm, yet very professional, a very good communicator and you instantly feel connected with her, she is a very good listener and an active person, having the can-do attitude, yet making you feel valued and precious. The whole recruitment process was so smooth yet so quick. How not to cherish such a relationship? Thank you for your entire support and positive energy! It is a great pleasure to collaborate with you and the team”.
Irina Toader | Interim financial reporting manager, International PE portfolio company | March 2021
Candidate Feedback for Henry Lenehan
Client: AKO Capital
“Henry is an exemplary recruitment consultant who I had the pleasure of working with this year. What I appreciated the most is that he made it a priority to consider my expectations and find an organisation that would match them. He was very supportive, providing interview prep material and feedback and also continued to check in and catch up with me to ensure a smooth transition into my new role. I would highly recommend his services for anyone looking for a new role”.
Channell Henry
Client Feedback for Ann Radford
Client: McNab
“We had an executive level of role to fill and wanted to ensure that our search for the right person was international, not just local. Ann came highly recommended to us and didn’t disappoint. There were some differences between how we were used to operating with recruiters locally and how the UK operates, but Ann was able to listen to our needs and tailor her approach so we could work collaboratively. She was very easy to work with, understood the brief well, and presented some very solid options of people who were culturally aligned to our business. We would use Ann again if we were to recruit internationally”.
Celestine Willmott | Recruitment Manager, McNab
Client Feedback for Ad Idem
Client: EQT
“Ad Idem – and specifically Ann and Sam – have been extremely diligent and responsive. Very fast and to the point selection of candidates, diligent reference checks and close support with all logistical issues at hand. I feel that both client as well as candidates were supported very well and kept up to speed regarding all issues along the process. With their support we found very a suitable candidate in a very narrow timeframe”.
CFO portfolio company EQT
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: AJ Bell
“I told Jim that i wanted to have a career working in operations with limited experience in this field, having just graduated from university with an economics degree. Jim sat down with me and was extremely personable and helped me modify my CV so that it stood out more when placed in front of potential employers. Due to Jim’s vast experience in the field I have managed to pursue a career in operations and realise my potential. I will forever be grateful for Jim’s help”.
Anthony Kayne | Senior Operations, AJ Bell
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Vanguard Asset Management
“Jim was recommended to me by a friend and I’m so glad! Great to work with – provided direct, honest and incredibly valuable feedback which helped me secure my dream role. Forever grateful, thank you Jim!”
Ella Turnbull | Investor Services Associate, Vanguard
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Ruffer
“Working with Jim was a pleasure. I found him to be very responsive, passionate, and he clearly loves what he is doing. Any queries raised were dealt in a professional manner with clear communication. Having worked with other agencies, I can honestly say Jim was one of the best and I am glad to be writing a recommendation. If I would be looking job market again, Jim would be the first person I’d contact”.
Jiten Patel | Client Reporting Analyst, Ruffer
Candidate Feedback for Henry Lenehan
Client: Willis Tower Watson
“Henry may be the best recruiter I’ve worked with. He was brilliant at communicating and was always avaliable for a call to answer any questions I had. He got me feedback back quickly after each interview, which I really appreciated. I would definitely recommend him for anyone looking for a new role. Thank you for all your help Henry!”
Vaiga Visniauskaite | Fund Accountant, Willis Tower Watson
Candidate Feedback for Henry Lenehan
Client: NEXTAM Partners
“From the offset Henry was professional, friendly and incredibly helpful. He was precise and clear with any information he gave to me and was always free for a call if I had any problems. Couldn’t have asked for a better agent to work with and I’m sure if it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t of landed the amazing role that I did. A really top bloke!”
George Keefe | Middle Office Analyst, NEXTAM Partners
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Vanguard Asset Management
“Jim provided me with a very supportive and warm experience in my search for a new role. Without his expertise and encouragement I would not have had the confidence to apply for the role I did – he has helped me change my life for the better. His passion for what he does in undeniable! I will continue recommending him to friends and can’t recommend him enough”.
Milly Watts | Personal Investor Services Associate, Vanguard
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Wellcome Trust
“I can highly recommend Jim’s services as a recruiter to candidates and clients alike. He placed me into a role within two weeks of making contact with him earlier this year and has proven himself to have a strong network across the financial services industry nationally. His approach as a recruiter sets him apart by taking time to understand the motivators of candidates and hiring managers and he provides a seamless process for both, maintaining strong relationships along the way. It has been a pleasure to deal with Jim”.
Martin McCabe | Due Diligence Manager, Wellcome Trust
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Fidessa
“I would thoroughly recommend Jim’s services to any candidate seeking a new role. For the duration of my search, Jim was honest, intelligent and professional. Jim simplified the whole experience and put me in the best position to secure a new job”.
David Hornby | Data Operarions, Fidessa
Client Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: Citi
“Having worked with Jim for a number of years I can honestly say that he is consistently a friendly, professional, and knowledgeable person who is great to work with and who knows the market extremely well”.
Steve Boreham | Perfromance and Risk, Citi
Candidate Feedback for Jim Gervaise-Brazier
Client: BlackRock
“When I was out of work, a mutual connection referred me to Jim so I emailed Jim a copy of my CV signing of saying that I hoped to catch up with him soon. Almost immediately, Jim called. We talked at length over every detail within my CV. Jim was very engaging from the word hello, and I could tell he wanted to help as much as possible during my job search. He methodically, made numerous suggestions as to how I should format my CV. Following a few amendments, Jim assertively told me my chances of employment were very high. Sure enough, before I had spoken to Jim, I had mostly received rejection emails. Following the reinvention of my CV, the calls and interviews started to come in. When I received an interview for BlackRock, Jim more or less told me I would “easily” get the position. He based this upon his remarkable knowledge of the Financial Services sector and coupled it with my listed experience with my CV. He was not wrong, I got offered the job. Jim has truly outstanding knowledge of the Financial Services industry. He really wants to help any jobseekers who are reaching out to him and will make sure you are in the best position to succeed with gaining new employment. To anyone who lives/wishes to re-locate to London and wishes to work in FS, go straight to Jim. He’ll sort you out”.
Chris McCabe | Client Invoicing Analyst, BlackRock
