I utilised Alexander Daniels to place me in a permanent risk role and found them to be very approachable and professional. They have excellent communication and negotiation skills and i would definitely recommend them as a recruitment source.”
Mandeep Pattar, Risk Manager, Deloitte
Alexander Daniels has provided me with a first rate service, securing me contracts at both the West Bromwich Building Society and The Phoenix Group. Their dedication to the role is amazing and they are true to their word. Delighted to know and work with them.”
Peter Saxton, Interim Risk Manager, Phoenix Group Ltd
During the recruitment process Alexander Daniels proactively kept me up to date with progress and provided insightful information into the company and role they were recruiting for. I enjoyed working with them and have no reservations about doing so in the future. Alexander Daniels act professionally and with integrity resulting in excellent customer service.”
Jatinder Dhillon, Manager, Deloitte
I found Alexander Daniels to offer a focused, personal and specialist service. They took the time to understand what I was really looking for. They have knowledge of some of the more specialist roles within the corporate governance arena, something that isn’t always present when dealing with some of the larger consultancies. When the interview arrived they made sure I was truly prepared, going that extra mile. Up and coming and definitely recommended.”
Hanna Fullard, Assistant Vice President, Deutsche Bank
From the outset AD were both friendly and professional. They kept me in touch with progress and I always felt that they were working on my behalf as well as for the client. The relationship proved successful as they introduced me to my current employer. They have an impressive set of contacts across the finance sector. I don’t hesitate in recommending AD to clients and potential recruits alike.”
Peter Jones, Head of ALM, West Bromwich Building Society
“Ian Mourbey was incredibly helpful from the start of the recruitment process right through to the very end. I was given a range of potential job opportunities to discuss and upon meeting Ian in Baskerville House, we discussed the roles I would like to pursue. It was this personal touch combined with excellent interview and role preparation by Ian that allowed me to secure the role I wanted at Admin Re. I would highly recommend Ian and Alexander Daniels to any future job seekers or companies seeking to recruit.”
Simon Jackson – Admin Re
As a recruiter AD only presented me with candidates they felt were suitable both in terms of ability and also their potential to fit into the team on a personal level . By doing their best to understand the technical as well as the softer aspects of the roles, the process was efficient and every interview was worthwhile.”
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Alexander Daniels Hires Steve Underwood
Alexander Daniels is pleased to welcome Steve Underwood to the Finance and Accountancy Team in Bristol.
Steve has joined Alexander Daniels as a Principal Consultant and has over 15 years of specialist recruitment experience. Steve now manages the Finance & Accountancy division in Bristol and services the South West region, with primary responsibility for Interim Solutions.
Steve commented: “I am pleased to join a team with such passion and enthusiasm in delivering a professional service. I am looking forward to developing a successful business out of the Bristol office.”
This latest ADdition to the Bristol branch marks yet another move in our meteoric expansion. We have quadrupled in size since our inception two years ago and have a current staff of 19 serving a wide range of companies.
Accountancy and Finance Director Nick Pearce said “I am delighted to welcome Steve to the team and I am excited by what he can bring to the growth of Alexander Daniels in Bristol. It is a testament to our own ambition that we are able to attract somebody with the level of experience that Steve has.”
How to retain and motivate your staff
Alexander Daniels will be hosting another in our series of ADding Value Seminars.
Topic: “How to retain and motivate your staff”
Date: Friday 15th June 2012, 7.30am arrival for an 8am start. The seminar will wrap up around 9.30am
Location: 2nd Floor Baskerville House, Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2ND
This free seminar will be presented by guest speaker Mark Tonks from LMI-UK. Mark has extensive experience in all aspects of leadership development and regularly hosts regional leadership events. He is also a regular speaker at numerous national and international conferences.
If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact Kimberley Cherrington on 0121 503 2170 or by email at kimberley.cherrington@alexanderdaniels.co.uk
Dave Webb Qualifies for 2012 Olympic Marathon
Former Alexander Daniels candidate David Webb has qualified for Team GB in the 2012 London Olympics.
David, who was placed by AD as a Financial Accountant at GKN in Redditch, did not participate in the London Marathon and qualified due to his top 20 finish at last year’s World Championships in Daegu.
He is now lined up alongside the already selected marathon runner, Scott Overall.
We will keep you updated on David’s progress in the lead up to the Olympics.
AD in Final of National Local Business Accelerators Competition
Alexander Daniels is pleased to announce that we have made the final in the national leg of the Local Business Accelerators Competition.
After winning the Midland heat earlier this year, Alexander Daniels will now compete against twelve other regional winners for the chance to receive a years’ mentoring from Dragon’s Den star Deborah Meaden.
Alexander Daniels was put through to the national finals after being scored on a series of criteria, which included the originality of our business idea and our ability to fend off competition.
The judging panel, which includes Business Growth Fund Chief Executive Stephen Welton. will now select an overall LBA winner who will not only receive mentoring from Deborah Meaden, but also an advertising campaign devised by a top London agency.
UK Economy in Double Dip Recession
Figures out today from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the UK economy has slipped back into recession after shrinking by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2012. The figures, which have been described by David Cameron as “very very disappointing,” are a blow to the Coalition government who have stuck by their swathing public sector cuts.
Labour leader Ed Milliband called the figures “catastrophic” and claimed of David Cameron that, “This is a recession made by him and the chancellor.” His reasoning pointed to sharp cuts in Public Sector investment resulting in a 3% decrease in output in the construction sector, which played a big part in the overall reduction in economic output.
While these figures may yet be revised upwards as more data becomes available, they are at odds with other recent surveys which paint a more positive picture of the economy. The questions raised about these estimates will be more about business confidence for the year ahead. As the government looks to companies to create jobs and increase investment this may dent confidence for future growth, especially with continuing turmoil in Europe.
Reading into the figures though there are some positive signs with output in the service sector increasing by 0.1%. The recruitment market saw growth through quarter one on the whole with a notable increase in permanent hires whereas quarter 4 of 2011 saw more temporary recruitment. This can be explained by overall increases in confidence amongst businesses but also possibly as a result of the Agency Workers Regulations starting to come into effect.
As a business, Alexander Daniels continues to buck the trend and benefit from strong demand based around the development of the brand and through our unique ADding Value proposition. For year ending March 2012 we can point to an increase in turnover of 276%, an increase in profit of 327% and the doubling of our headcount.
Earlier in the year we opened our second office in Bristol which is fully self funded through positive cash flow and profit. We believe that while there are still tough times ahead, through creating an experience for our clients and candidates, we can take market share away from our competitors.
If you have any recruitment needs or are looking to make your next career move, please contact us on 0121 503 2170 (Birmingham) or 0117 329 1100 (Bristol).
Bristol Office Launch Party – Thursday 24th May 2012
(Pictured above: ‘Rogue Trader’ Nick Leeson)
Alexander Daniels is pleased to announce that our Bristol office launch party will take place on Thursday 24th May 2012.
The event will be held at Raymond Blanc’s Brasserie Blanc Restaurant, in partnership with ICAEW in the West of England, and will mark the launch of our prestigious and award winning recruitment group in the West Country and Wales.
The evening will feature guest speaker Nick Leeson, the original Rogue Trader whose unchecked risk-taking caused the biggest financial scandal of the 20th century.
Proceedings will start a 6.00pm and wrap up around 9.00pm.
ADding Value Seminar – The Budget 2012
Alexander Daniels recently hosted one of our quarterly ADding Value Seminars entitled “The Budget 2012: What does it mean to you?”
Presented by expert guest speakers Narinder Paul and Ian Greaves from KPMG, the seminar (and breakfast sandwiches!) attracted more than forty finance professionals from across the Midlands.
Concluded with a highly topical Q & A session, the seminar was extremely well received and we would like to thank all of our guests for their attendance.
Look out for further details on our up-and-coming seminars.
AD Chairman to Carry Olympic Torch!
Andy Foote, CEO of The Joseph Foote Trust and Chairman at Alexander Daniels, has been chosen to carry the London 2012 Olympic Torch through Solihull.
The local entrepreneur was nominated for this once in a life time honour by local lady Terri Hall who has been a dedicated supporter of The Joseph Foote Trust over the past 10 years.
Andy, who will be one of only 8,000 people to carry the Olympic torch, said: “It was a real surprise to be selected. I can’t wait for what is sure to be a great occasion and a superb opportunity to raise awareness of the increasing brain tumour problem.”
This great news comes just weeks after it was announced that the Trust will merge with Brain Tumour UK on April 1st, to enable the charity to continue expanding its pioneering work.
The Joseph Foote Trust would like to invite all their supporters to the event so that we they can celebrate the achievements of the charity and the work of the Foote family over so many years. They will know more details closer to the event but in the meantime please visit www.josephfoote.co.uk to register your interest.
We’re in the Local Business Accelerators Regional Final!
After being shortlisted last month for the Local Business Accelerators Competition, Alexander Daniels is proud to announce that we have now been selected as the Birmingham Post’s winners to go into the West Midlands Regional Final!
Twelve regional winners will be judged by a panel made up of senior media and business figures. The overall winner of the competition will be announced in June.
In a bid to win the top prize of a year’s mentoring from Dragon Den’s star Deborah Meaden, we now find ourselves up against fellow finalists Schofield & Associates and Birmingham Mail’s winners Mama Design Ltd.
Birmingham Post Editor Alun Thorne commented that the companies in the regional final “represent all the qualities we were looking for in a business including sound financial footing, an entrepreneurial spirit and the potential for significant growth”.
ADding Value Seminar – The Budget 2012: What does it mean to you?
Alexander Daniels is pleased to annouce that we will be hosting another in our series of ADding Value Seminars entitled “The Budget 2012: What does it mean to you?”
Presented by guest speakers from KPMG, this free seminar will discuss the general impact of the budget and ultimately provide a clearer understanding of the effect it will have on businesses.
Breakfast and refreshments will be available from 7.45am and the seminar will run from 8am – 9.30am (approx.)
Seminar spaces are limited and will be given on a first come, first served basis. To reserve your space, please click on the following link: Click here to reserve your place
