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“Amanda Guest was very thorough in the initial screening. Along that process she spent time getting to know what motivates me. And the role was exactly as she described it. Amanda now calls me randomly when roles come up. I’m confident it will be a role that’s well suited to me – I’m not sure I’d say that about any other recruitment company. Not only do they understand the IT industry as a whole, Balance understands where each individual is best suited within the broader IT industry. In a nutshell, Balance is my first port of call.”

“I’ve dealt with Balance for years, going back to 2008, both as a candidate and a hiring manager. They have a very personalised approach, taking an interest in their candidates. I was never just a number. Through the process, they always let me know how it’s progressing, keeping in touch, taking the time to listen. When I was applying to join my last role, the process took a bit longer than expected, but Paul was always very calm, and solution orientated.”

“When you’re dealing with recruitment agencies, whether you’re a candidate or a company looking to fill a role, and I’ve been both, what’s different about Balance is that they want to have a relationship with you. They treat you as an individual. As a candidate you have a degree of trust they they’re looking after your interest rather than trying to slot you into the first available role. I’ve also found there’s a long-term interest from the team once you’re in the role. Even from the people that I’ve employed through Balance, Paul or Simon is often here to check on things. I wouldn’t say Paul lives here but he certainly has a tab at the café.”

“Over the years, I have been a client, then in 2015 when I was looking for a role, Balance was very proactive in finding me a job. When I advised Paul and Simon I was on the market, in less than a day they came back and told me about this opportunity. The IT industry is Balance’s forte – they’re up there in the top tier of agencies in their understanding of the technology requirements. To that point, it’s always about cultural fit, not just capabilities. They’re very proactive and transparent, always trying to get the best outcome for the client and the candidate. I like to have a transparent relationship with all my partners. I see my connection with Balance as a partnership.”