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Register a Vacancy

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Register a vacancy

Introduce yourself call us on 01245631993 to speak to a dedicated consultant or fill out the below form in order to be contacted by one of our helpful team.

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Meet the Managerial Team

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Natalie Collins
Director/Lead Consultant
	Background Natalie is originally from Brentwood (Essex) where she studied her GCSE's and A Levels before starting her career. She initially registered with a recruitment agency to start her search for work and was offered a role within the business within office support - but she was quickly promoted to Consultant and found that Recruitment suited her well! In Work Natalie has 13 years' experience of successfully placing candidates in permanent, contract, and temporary office support roles. She has worked with candidates throughout their careers, helping them to achieve their goals and reach their aspirations as they move up the career ladder. Her client base has spanned blue-chip global finance companies, media agencies and engineering giants as well as boutique investment companies, private houses, architects, property companies and technology start ups - to name a few. Having worked with clients and candidates across London and Essex, she has a wealth of expertise to draw on. Passionate about recruitment, Natalie set up Success Search to offer candidates and clients alike a truly unique, personable, honest and professional experience. Outside Work Natalie loves to be busy! She keeps active by running regularly and has completed a number of half marathons over the years as well as the London Marathon which she ran in 2009. One of her favourite pastimes is playing dodgeball, and she loves to walk her two cocker spaniels. Natalie values family time and spending time with friends. She also regularly donates to charity and volunteers at a local farm.

James Sinclair
CEO
	Background James grew up in Elm Park (Essex) and completed his GCSE's at St Martin's School in Brentwood before attending College in Southend. He started his business at a young age and hopes to inspire other young people to do the same. In Work Business has been James's life since the age of 15. He has a passion for developing companies, building brands and providing what he refers to as "A1 Customer Service". James's expertise varies from understanding the foundation of an organisation, it's strategy, finance, future and growth. He owns a number of businesses across Essex and London and has won numerous awards including the ICAEW Business Person of the Year. James's experience in business has taught him that hiring the right people shapes the company itself, and he knows first-hand the value of having the best team. Outside Work James enjoys dining out with friends, getting stuck into DIY projects, walking his dogs and spending time with his family. He holidays regularly in Spain and being the entrepreneur that he is, is always on the look out for the next big thing!

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Recommend a friend

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Recommend A Friend

Recommendations are the greatest compliment to our business.

We would love to hear from anyone that you know who is looking for a new opportunity.

Please do put them in touch with us by asking them to call, or simply fill out the form below.

If we are able to place them, you will receive £300 John Lewis vouchers after their 3rd month with their new employer.

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What Happens Next

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Joining Success Search

Take a look at the kind of positions that we recruit for and check out our hot jobs page, if you think you have the relevant experience, send us your CV!

Our Consultants will then review your CV to establish whether we are well placed to assist you.. Feel free to give us a call to check we have received it and with any questions you might have. We will then call you back to discuss whether we are able to help you.

If we believe that we can help you and that its worth your time coming to meet us, we will invite you to a registration meeting. This is a chance for us to get to know more about you and explain how we work. We understand how difficult it can be to take time out of the office to register with recruiters-as such we will come to you!

We will email you in advance with a list of required documentation in terms of identification and references prior to your meeting.

The meeting will be an in depth conversation with one of our consultants to help us understand your experience, what you enjoy doing and what you would ideally like to do next.

Already a member?

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Contact Us

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Contact Us

We have operations in both Essex and London. The quickest way to reach us is by telephone or email.

Call us on 01245 631 993
Email us on info@success-search.co.uk

Success Search Ltd
Marsh Farm House
Marsh Farm Road
South Woodham Ferrers
Essex
CM3 5WP

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Find Us

Please click on the pin and enter your address for directions on how to get to us. Please make sure you have an appointment before arriving.

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Hottest Jobs

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Find Our Hot Jobs

Want to know what the hottest jobs are that we are currently recruiting for?

The world of recruitment is fast changing and opportunities come and go.

We have a number of "hot jobs" at this time but don't delay because they get filled quickly!

We would also like to meet with you to work on your behalf in sourcing opportunities that exactly suit your criteria. So even if you don't spot a role that sounds like it is for you - call us to speak with a Consultant.

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Interview Tips

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Interview Tips

Remember, you never get a second chance to make a good first impression. However, good preparation takes the pain out of the process.

Job interview Preparation
Remember: Prepare, prepare, prepare!

Preperation is key! It's essential and certainly increases your chances of performing well, so:
-Know your CV
-Know your potential employer
-Understand commonly used interview styles

Best Interview Tips

Ensure your Consultant has provided you with a detailed understanding of the position description, the team environment and the organisation
Conduct additional research on your potential employer by reading annual reports and researching on the internet. Understand the organisations products and services, size, locations, financial situation and growth potential - just a few key points will be fine, you wont be expected to know the entire company history!
Make sure you know exactly where you are going and always be on time. Check your journey before you travel, have a hard copy of a map and the address printed in case your phone runs out of battery and above all else, leave ample time to get there.
Dress conservatively and pay attention to all aspects of your dress and grooming. Play it safe - dress to impress....
Know the exact place and time of the interview , the interviewers full name and the correct pronunciation of their title
Spend time reviewing your CV and experience and its relevance to the position. Identify the specific examples in your background that are directly relevant to the position description and demonstrate your ability to do the job.
Refresh your memory on the details of present and past employers and your work history for each. You will be expected to know a lot about a company for which you have previously worked. Pay particular attention to how you will describe your most important achievements.
Be prepared to communicate why this role appeals to you, why you should be considered for this role and what sets you apart from other candidates.
Prepare the questions you will ask during the interview. Remember that an interview is a two way street. The employer will try to determine if you have the qualifications necessary to do the job. You must decide whether the company will give you the opportunity for growth and development you seek - it's your interview too!

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Interview Structure & Questions

Competency Based Interviews
Competency based interviews require you to describe specific examples demonstrating your competence in a particular area, and to draw on previous experiences with examples.

You are likely to be required to provide 1-3 real life examples to validate one particular competence.

Job interview Questions
What are your career aspirations?
Why do you want to work for our company?
What interests you about our product or service?
Of your previous jobs, which did you enjoy most and why?
How have you managed conflict in the past?
Describe what you have done in your career that shows your initiative
What are your weaknesses? Your Strengths?

It is important to remember that you are being interviewed because the interviewer wants to hire somebody- not because they want to trip you up! Remember that you are being evaluated on many levels in your interview- they will be weighing up your weaknessess and strengths, your qualifications, skills and intelligence as well as your aptitude, attitudes, motivation and maturity - not to mention your loyalty!

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Interview Do's and Dont's

How to be at your best during an interview
Do:
Arrive on time or a few minutes early. Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable!
Greet the interviewer by their first name and with a smile.
Wait until you are offered a chair before sitting. Sit upright and always look alert and interested. Be a good listener as well as a good talker. Smile!
Maintain eye contact, and try not to fidget. If you tend to get shaky hands, best not hold a piece of paper, this only amplifies your shakes!
Make sure you convey your good points factually and sincerely. Keep in mind that you alone can sell yourself to an interviewer. Make them realise why they need you in their organisation.
Always conduct yourself as if you are determined to get the job. Never close the door on an opportunity. It is better to be free to choose from a number of jobs rather than only one.
Follow the interviewer's leads but try to get them to describe the position and duties early in the interview so you can relate your background and skills to the position.

Don't:
Answer questions with a simple 'yes' or 'no'.
Lie. Always answer questions truthfully, frankly and as concisely as possible.
Ever make derogatory remarks about your present or former employers, colleagues or companies.
'Over-answer' questions. The interviewer may steer the conversation into politics or economics. It is best to answer the questions honestly, saying no more than is necessary.
Let your discouragement show. If you get the impression the interview is not going well and you have already been rejected, don't show discouragement or alarm. Occasionally an interviewer who is genuinely interested in you may seem to discourage you in order to test your reaction.

It is also best not to ask about salary, bonuses or holidays at your first interview (unless you are POSITIVE) that the employer is keen to hire you and raises the issue first. Make sure you are realistic with your salary expectation and know your market.

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Interview Behaviour and Style

You will have to do more than just give good answers to questions in order to succeed at interview. Your potential new employer will be considering your entire presentation and performance (not just your responses) before deciding whether to consider you for the next stage.

Consider what may seem like trivial things - your style and the way you dress can make a strong impression on a potential employer. Regardless of whether you know that the company has a casual dress code, it's advisable to dress up anyway. It gives the impression of professionalism and also shows respect to your new potential employer.
Make sure your mobile is switched to silent before you enter the interview room. A ringing phone will disrupt the very best of interviews. When you first meet the interviewer(s) always be polite and offer a smile and introduce yourself with a firm handshake. Stand and sit with good posture (don't slouch!), this will show you are attentive. Avoid eating, drinking, and chewing gum during an interview. However, if the interviewer offers a coffee or other beverage it is ok to accept. If you are a smoker, we would advise not smoking just before an interview in case its the first thing that your potential employer detects.

Leave a strong positive impression:
Have an interested, balanced approach
The ability to express thoughts clearly
Confidence
Clear thought about your career planning and objectives
Give open, informative replies
Tact, maturity and courtesy
Maintaining eye contact
Have a firm handshake (never offer a "wet lettuce" handshake!)
Intelligent questions about the job (if they have answered everything, tell them so- do not ask a question for the sake of it!)
Preparation and knowledge of the company and industry
Enthusiasm for the role and the organisation
A positive 'can-do' attitude.

CLOSING THE INTERVIEW
In the same way that you want to make a good first impression, you want to make a good last impression. If you are keen on the role tell them that you are! Don't forget to thank them for their time. If you leave the interview feeling confident that you have answered questions like "Why do you want to work for our company" and "Why should we offer you this role", you have done all you can.

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Testimonals

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What Our Clients Say About Us

"Success Search organise our temporary staff and I am so thankful that I can leave the office knowing that everything is being taken care of. Success Search and their employees are very friendly, always extremely professional and trustworthy, and I would highly recommend their services to other companies."
Natalie, Business Manager

"I've worked with Natalie for a few years now and she has proven herself to be a reliable, efficient and hardworking recruitment consultant. I never have any doubt about the quality of candidates she puts forward. Furthermore, Natalie has always ensured that all those working in her team were fully briefed on our company and were aware of our needs. I will continue to use Natalie for our manpower needs. Good consultants are hard to come by!"
Ramsis, HR

"The team have always been helpful and efficient whenever we have been in contact and provided a high calibre of temps"
Fiona R, HR/Office Manager

"Natalie is a gem in the recruitment industry; she is a highly motivated, passionate and attentive Recruitment Consultant"
Laura P, HR

"Natalie provided an excellent level of service, negotiating my hire into a role which has set me up for all of my future success"
Stuart B (Candidate)

"An amazing recruitment agency! Very professional and very helpful, Natalie found me a job within a matter of weeks! I had great communication with her and was always informed on any feedback, I love my new job and career choice, and it's all thanks to Natalie for making it happen! I would highly recommend to anyone"
Sam.A. (Candidate)

"Outstanding recruitment company. So many agencies have lost sight of what's really important and often forget that we are all just people trying to support ourselves and our families. Natalie's personal touch and the fact that she understands this inherently and cares about her clients and her candidates equally, makes her set for a path of 'success'. I couldn't recommend a business any more highly."
N. Smith, Global HRD

"Amazing one to one service, would recommend to anyone! So thankful of everything that the team did for me, they were able to help me get my first full time job and my foot on the career ladder!"
Pierce.C. (Candidate)

"Working with Natalie is a pleasure. Her expertise in recruitment meant that she was able to find me the perfect position that suited my skills and personality - I couldn't be happier."
Joanna.OC. (Candidate)

CV Writing Advice

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CV Writing Advice

Whether you are updating an old CV, or writing one from scratch, it can seem like a time consuming and potentially troublesome task. Think of your CV as your ticket to an interview! It absolutely has to be up to date, easy to read, well laid out and informative....but try not to waffle!

Even if you have experience of writing a CV, you might be overlooking something that could cost you a great deal by using the same old document out of habit.

Your CV should be more than just a collection of your previous positions. Approached with the right amount of enthusiasm and professionalism, a well-written CV can open up exciting new opportunities, and this makes it worthwhile spending time on.

Ideally your CV will be no more than 2-3 pages in length. CV's with bullet pointed duties are also easier to read than block paragraphs. If you have many years of experience and you want to elaborate on your most recent work, summarise your earlier career history in a few simple sentences.

To give you an idea, we have put together our basic CV template - which can be seen by clicking here.

Your consultant at Success Search will give you CV advice during your interview and throughout your job search to give you the best chance of securing an interview with the best organisations.

Candidates

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Register a Vacancy

Meet the Managerial Team

Natalie Collins

Director/Lead Consultant

James Sinclair

CEO

Recommend a friend

Recommend A Friend

What Happens Next

Joining Success Search

Contact Us

Contact Us

Email Us

Find Us

Hottest Jobs

Find Our Hot Jobs

Hot Jobs

Interview Tips

Interview Tips

Interview Structure & Questions

Interview Do's and Dont's

Interview Behaviour and Style

Testimonals

What Our Clients Say About Us

CV Writing Advice

CV Writing Advice