Case studies

We know how good we are. But why should you? We’ve included some case studies below to bring our words to life. Click on each below to find out how we’ve implemented talent solutions to give our clients a competitive edge.

BDO

Scope: In June 2011, Vikki was engaged to search for a Group Financial Controller.

Solution: Very quickly, Vikki placed the successful candidate who has since been promoted and is today (in 2020) the Finance Director nearly 10 years on.

Results: Since then Vikki and the team have hired the majority of a growing finance function based in Gatwick and London. Roles that have been recruited range from Junior Finance Staff to a very recent Financial Controller recruit in October 2020.

Testimonial from Yvonne Deprez (Finance Director): “Vikki has worked with BDO for a number of years. She understands the culture of BDO and takes the time to understand the specifics of roles. We have been very happy with individuals sourced as a result.”

World of Books

Scope: World of Books has grown significantly over the last 4 years and the finance team has needed to evolve in order to support this growth. Vikki has partnered the Finance Director and HR Director with a number of interim assignments that have supported specific projects and business as usual whilst they bolstered their permanent teams.

Solution: Working on an exclusive basis Vikki worked with her network that spans 16 years of experience to deliver a number of interim professionals

Result: Vikki placed interim professionals for strategic system implementations and senior finance roles whilst the board could focus on the strategic growth of the business.

Testimonial from Daniel Guttridge- Finance Director: "Having partnered with Vikki over the last four years on several assignments, I am always impressed by her ability to understand our business and the requirements for a particular role.  Vikki’s connections and experience has led to us filling roles quickly but most importantly, with quality candidates."