ABOUT US
COREcruitment is an international recruitment agency with over 50 employees specialising in all aspects of the service industry and covering the following sectors:
Human Resources
Finance
Executive Search
Head Office
Support Functions
Chefs
Restaurants
Pubs
Bars
High-end
Members Clubs
Leisure
Fitness
Visitors Attractions
Venues
Food Service
Hotels
Luxury Travel
Private Dining & Concierge
Food Retail
QSR
Facilities Management
Property Estate
Private Residences
Coworking
Sales Tech
Health & Safety
Food Hygiene
Care Services
FMCG
Supermarket
Delivery
Supply Chain
Warehousing
Food Manufacturing
High Net Worth
Real estate
SERVICES
COREcruitment provide:
Full time and permanent recruitment
Interim roles
Project management positions
Consultancy appointments
NED / Chairperson / C-Suit appointments
OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
EXTRACTING THE BRIEF
Identify short, medium and long-term priorities for the business. Apply a considerable amount of time and effort in extracting a correct and comprehensive brief for each position by ensuring we thoroughly understand the details of the role and the candidate requirements
REFERRALS
Check in office for top applicant referrals. We have a target at COREcruitment that 40% of our placed candidates will come via referrals and recommendations – good people tend to know good people. We actively incentivise candidates to put us in touch with their friends/colleagues and contacts to find a higher number of ‘passive job seekers’
ADVERTISING
While our system is our first port of call, we will also advertise roles on appropriate sites as well as utilise our highly visible social media sites. All adverts will be posted with a high level of confidentially as will be the first response.
For bulk campaigns we can conduct joint branded adverts.
SEARCHING – FIRST LEVEL
As mentioned, our system is a first port of call as we have an internal prescreened candidate database of 550,000 contacts identified COREcruitment also has access to many different external sites and social platforms that we use to search for candidates.
SEARCHING - ADVANCED
COREcruitment will actively target candidates from competitor/target businesses.
We use a variety of techniques to make these approaches and only mention a client name when a sufficient level of relationship and trust are established.
SCREENING
COREcruitment have a multi-layered attraction method but our basic screening philosophy is very simple
1/3 Technical Ability
1/3 Culture Fit
1/3 Motivation
The next stage of our process is by initially screening a candidate by conducting a nonvacancy specific telephone conversation. This is because the candidates we register are matched on what they want to do – rather than what they apply for – this way we can find a much better long-term fit.
Upon identifying the candidate’s suitability we then conduct a second face to face/ zoom interview which is more specific to the job at hand. During this interview not only do we present our client in the best possible light but we feel it is important to properly brief the candidates on the vacancy and company.
CANDIDATE SUBMISSION AND CLIENT MEETINGS
Your Account Manager will:
- present long list of candidates for priority roles within an agreed timeframe, e.g. 1 week
- work with the client to distil a short list for scheduled first stage meetings
- assist the client in the recruitment process as candidate liaison
Allowing for travel we would hope the interview process to be completed and a candidate to be identified to offer within a 4 – 6-week period. This would allow for a three-stage client recruitment process.
OFFER, NEGOTIATION AND ON-BOARDING
Client will select their preferred candidate.
COREcruitment will act as mediator in negotiations (the package would have been confirmed Multiple times over the course of the recruitment process).
Management of resignation and counter offer.
Onboarding and integration into business (regular contact for first six months).
NED APPOINTMENT & RECRUITMENT SERVICES
When contacting us for your NED appointments, you can expect the following services:
Candidate sourcing
As a NED recruitment company, we have access to a pool of potential candidates with diverse backgrounds and expertise. We can leverage our different networks to identify suitable individuals who will match your organisation's specific requirements.
Screening and shortlisting
As a NED recruitment company, we have access to a pool of potential candidates with diverse backgrounds and expertise. We can leverage our different networks to identify suitable individuals who will match your organisation's specific requirements.
Board evaluation and diversity
As a reputable NED recruitment agency, we understand the importance of diversity and the benefits it brings to any board. We can assist in evaluating your existing board composition, identifying gaps, and recommending candidates who will bring and contribute to diverse perspectives and experiences.
Candidate assessment and due diligence
We will conduct in-depth assessments, including interviews, psychometric tests, and reference checks, to evaluate candidates' suitability for the NED roles. This should ensure that the selected candidates have the necessary skills, integrity, and compatibility with your organisation's culture.
Board succession planning
Our NED recruitment services will help your company plan for future board appointments and ensure a smooth transition. We can provide guidance on identifying potential candidates for succession planning and long-term board effectiveness.
As a trusted NED recruitment agency, we have a track record of successful board-level appointments.
C-SUITE & CHAIRPERSON APPOINTMENTS
Alongside the stages of NED recruitment process, our Chairperson and C-Suite recruitment services will also include the following phases:
Confidentiality and discretion
As a respectable agency, we understand the sensitivity and confidentiality associated with executive-level appointments. We will maintain a high level of professionalism, ensuring that the recruitment process is conducted with discretion and confidentiality to protect the reputation and interests of both your organization and the candidates.
Understanding your organisation's needs
We will take the time to understand your organisation's specific requirements for the chairperson role. We will consider factors such as the industry, company size, culture, strategic goals, and board dynamics.
Candidate assessment
We have extensive networks and databases of senior executives who have the experience and qualifications necessary for chairperson roles. We will identify and approach potential candidates, conducting thorough assessments to ensure they will meet your company's standards.
Evaluation of leadership capabilities
Our experienced dedicated recruiters will assess candidates' leadership skills, including their ability to provide strategic direction, facilitate effective board discussions, and lead corporate governance practices. They will use various assessment methods, such as interviews, reference checks, leadership assessments, psychometric tests…
Succession planning and talent pipeline
In addition to filling immediate executive vacancies, we can assist with succession planning and building a strong talent pipeline for future leadership positions. We can provide insights and recommendations on potential internal candidates or external talent that aligns with your long-term leadership needs.
What defines us as a recruitment agency:
• Industry expertise
• Specialist & knowledgeable consultants
• Extensive candidate network
• Proven track record
• Customized approach
• Value-added services (executive coaching, leadership development, or succession planning)
• Client-centric approach
• Diversity & inclusion commitment
• Confidentiality
and professionalism
KNOWLEDGE & CASE STUDIES
COREcruitment have been operating and recruiting across the service industry since 2005 and have a dedicated team of highly specialized and field expert recruiters.
Working within a business that supports recruitment for entry level employees through to board members, we feel this has enabled us to gain true insight and allowed our clients and future partners to trust in us as recruitment allies.
Whether an organisation is looking for director level support positions such as a HR director or a Head of Supply Chain or confidentially recruiting for a new CEO, our search options are flexible and adaptable
Examples of recent case studies:
Salary benchmarking
Cruise ships recruitment & luxury cruise liners recruitment
Facilities Management Services
Private members club
Chief Commercial officer - Beauty brand
Catering and events
Foodservice confidential search
Chefs campaign
COREcruitment’s unique selling points
Our specialist consultants are based in the UK (London, Bristol, and the Southwest), France (Montpellier), South Africa (Cape Town), Canada & the USA (Vancouver), the Netherlands (Amsterdam) and a subdivision in the UAE.
All have previously held positions within the industry from Pub Manager to General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Sales Manager, Recruitment Manager,etc.…
Our Executive Search division covers senior level placements and C-Suite positions across all sectors, at both national and international levels, as wellassupportingrelocationsearches.
Unique selling points: Attracting Suitable Candidates
JOB BOARDS
COREcruitment have access to national and international jobs boards
DATABASE
COREcruitment’s own database has over 550,000 contacts which are being contacted on a regular basis from newsletters to specific screening sessions, interviews, follow-ups, relocation offers, latest job opportunities, placements…
REFERRALS
We have a target at COREcruitment that 40% of our placed candidates will come via referrals and recommendations –good people tend to know good people. We actively incentivise candidates to put us in touch with their friends / colleagues and contacts to find a higher number of ‘passive job seekers’
OPEN DAYS
Essentially open days are an opportunity for potential members of staff to visit your business at one of your locations, interact with your members of staff to further our understanding of your business
PSYCHOMETRIC TESTS
Another great medium at your disposal: our in-house system of psychometric testing. This tool is especially useful as part of the recruitment process to double check that candidates have the appropriate ability levels to be successful in a role.
Unique selling points: Events, Social Media & Webinars
EVENTS & WEBINARS
COREcruitment has historically held numerous events (we have industry networking and an LGBTQ+ Group) throughout the years with hundreds of people attending and networking. In 2020 things changed, and we had think of a way to reach the people who follow the industry closely and want to stay in the loop!
We had to start thinking outside the box and began offering industry specific webinars, with specialist guest speakers and a consistently incredible turn out of attendees. These have been viewed over 850,000 times
SOCIAL MEDIA
COREcruitment will drive conversation about your company and engage new and existing target users. We enjoy an enhanced social media presence, with a strong focus on communication channels that will attract large numbers of relevant candidates, who will spread the brand by word of mouth.
We have developed a comprehensive social strategy that includes the use of channels like Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram to engage the members of your potential talent pool.
Our projects include:
We❤Hospitality (an initiative to create more interest in the sector)
Over 40 interviews of female leaders for International Women’s month
A newly formed CORE Female Leaders Group
CORE Networking Events
CORE LGBTQIA+ Networking Events
Unique selling points: Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
DE&I is something that is very close to our hearts at COREcruitment.
We are very proactive in supporting and encouraging applications from minority groups.
We have partnered and organised events with organisations and personalities such as:
Albert Kennedy Trust (akt)
Pride London (Krishnan Doyle is an advisor)
UK Black Pride
Linda Riley, Publisher at DIVA Magazine
Keegan Hirst
Mark Foster
Amazin LeThi
Lady Phyll
Stonewall
Diversity Role Models etc…
We have also been working with a Google initiative called “I AM Remarkable” and hosted over 700 people on workshops so far this year and continue to hold them
Consultants at COREcruitment have had unconscious bias training and also taken part in workshops to look at how to strengthen their candidate pools. We have an internal target that 25% of our shortlists for senior management searches will come from minority groups.
We focus around four key points and culture: A GLOBAL MINDSET DIVERSITY OF TALENT INCLUSION EQUALITY
COREcruitment DE&I pillars:
Ambition
Mission
Identical opportunities
A clear approach
Commitments
Responsibility
Follow-up
A constantly growing network of clients
COREcruitment have proudly been working with many companies across the service industry.
Some have been long-lasting relationships our business’s inception and others are our newly flourishing partnerships.
We are honored to be collaborating with these remarkable and trusted concepts.
A dedicated team
Contact
COREcruitment Limited | 8 Nile Street, London N1 7RF - No: 05470428 | VAT No: 863381118
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COREcruitment Canada Ltd. | Unit 403 – 55 East Cordova Street | Vancouver | BC V6A OA5 | Canada
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