From credit manager to Head of Operational Finance, supporting long-term team growth over 15 years.

“I first encountered SF as a candidate about twenty years ago when the team placed me as a credit manager. From there, I worked in different areas across finance and when I came to hire for my team, SF was the natural choice.

The relationship with a recruiter who understands you and what you’re looking for is key. It’s very important that they listen to you. I did have a relationship ‘go down the plug hole’ with a competitor who tried to push a candidate into a role - that experience stays with you as a hiring manager.

For me, SF are more personable. I’m also a creature of habit and having worked with them over the years, they understand what I’m asking for and what my organisation stands for; I haven’t got to explain it every time - they get it. My consultant at SF worked on a range of roles for me, some senior credit controllers, and some more clerical roles, as well as those up to manager level. I definitely feel comfortable recommending them.

As a recruitment consultancy, they deliver and enable my organisation to alleviate pressure and deliver what we need. I love working with the team at SF, they’re approachable, friendly and efficient.”

- Head of Operational Finance, UK-based not-for-profit care organisation