About Us
About Us
Nicki Bennett
Managing Director
Nicki founded the agency in 2000, after a background in HR Management, as talent acquisition was the area of HR she consistently enjoyed. Nicki’s particular strengths in sourcing, relationship- building, insight and negotiation have proved an excellent combination in building a resilient and profitable business.
Nicki describes herself “guilty as charged” for enjoying work so much she finds herself working at all hours, but in her spare time she enjoys travel, spending time with friends and family and acting as Assistant Goatkeeper to four very cute Pygmy Goats!
Cate Kearsey
Insurtech Recruiter and Office Team Lead
Cate graduated in Psychology and gained a great grounding in customer service from hospitality, where she was quickly given additional roles and responsibilities. She has a bubbly, warm-natured personality, with clients finding her approachable and capable in representing their requirements, and candidates finding her really helpful in securing great career opportunities.
In her spare time to relax, Cate particularly enjoys gardening and reading and has her own mini library of treasured books.
Johnny Murray-Jones
Recruitment Consultant
Johnny joined Calibre Candidates with a degree in Psychology from Loughborough University, bringing a strong understanding of behaviour, communication and workplace performance. His background enables him to quickly build rapport and understand what motivates both clients and candidates. Having developed strong customer-facing experience in previous roles, Johnny is confident in managing relationships, earning trust and delivering a high-quality service throughout the recruitment journey.
Johnny is motivated, personable and committed to ensuring every interaction reflects the standards Calibre Candidates is known for. Outside of work, he enjoys expressing his creativity through art and maintaining an active lifestyle at the gym.
Ellie Kerslake
Recruitment Consultant
Eleanor graduated with an impressive analytical degree, before embarking on her recruitment career. Prior to joining Calibre Candidates, she gained commercial experience in a variety of customer service focused roles, where she honed key communication skills and a natural leadership ability to support and guide. Eleanor is friendly and approachable, thriving in people-focused environments.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading and is passionate about powerlifting.
What we can offer you:
- Our registered candidates find out about a potentially suitable vacancy before anyone else does
- Our consultancy team will get to know you and really promote your strengths to our clients
- We always return telephone calls
- Before any interview, we will ensure you are given client information and lots of useful interview tips to help you prepare
- We will always pass on client feedback as we receive it
How to impress us
TWO SIMPLE PRINCIPLES: COMMITMENT AND COMMUNICATION
It can be really frustrating if we work hard to get a candidate an interview and then the candidate doesn’t return a call or even worse, doesn’t show up to an interview. On the rare occasion this happens, we feel as if we have let our clients down – fortunately, we have many of the same Clients we had from 25 years ago, when we originally set up the agency (and many more!), and our Clients appreciate we have done everything we can, bar giving them a lift ourselves! However, if we do not receive advance communication for a cancelled interview, please understand the impression this creates. Similarly, if we leave you a message, please return our calls, even if you find a new role or have decided against a vacancy – we will not be irritated, we would just like to be able to keep our Clients updated and really appreciate the call.
How to impress us
Our Consultants and Clients love candidates who:
- communicate regularly
- research the Company on their website and latest news on Google as part of interview preparation
- note how your skills and experience match the criteria listed in the job spec/outline
- dress professionally and interview positively
How to impress us
Have you thought about sending a follow up email after your interview, expressing your keen interest in the role? We would be pleased to forward this on – it often makes the difference between the final two candidates.
Register with us using our Submit a CV page and we will work in partnership with you to help you find the right role!