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Client Testimonials

National Savings & Investments - HR Director
Ortus were successful in providing two good candidates for both HR Business Partners posts that NS&I were recruiting for at the end of last year. This was due to a number of key elements. Firstly, being astute during our initial briefing meetings and quickly identifying our specific requirements for these roles, this resulted in the production of a shortlist of quality candidates who were both well prepared and aware of the how the roles fitted into the business. Secondly, being honest with the client and steering the final decisions to ensure that both parties were clear on the offer and not trying to negotiate upwards!

AOL Europe (A Time Warner Company) – HR Generalist
Ortus were terrific in providing us with a short-list of qualified candidates within three business days of our initial contact with the team. This short turnaround time was critical in this instance as we needed additional HR support for an important change-management and strategic review process. We were able to hire the Ortus recommended short-term HR professional and found her to be bright, energetic and very results orientated. A great fit for our needs.

Ladbrokes Betting and Gaming Ltd - HR Controller
Ours was a difficult assignment with a very specific set of requirements that challenged all the consultancies we contacted. The consultancy that stood out when promoting our company, delivering suitable candidates and keeping in touch over progress was Ortus. It is no wonder therefore, that Ortus succeeded in finding the person we were seeking.

Microsoft UK - Recruitment Account Manager
I wanted to express my thanks for your hard work on this particular vacancy and for the high calibre of candidates you sent through.  I know I had some initial concerns about the successful candidate’s CV as it wasn’t an obvious fit to the brief you were given and if it wasn’t for your consultative approach and convincing me (nicely!) that she was worth seeing, we may not have filled the vacancy by now.

British Vita - HR Director
On a recommendation, I approached Ortus with an urgent requirement for an Interim Head of HR. They were able to provide pre-screened quality candidates within a matter of days which resulted in a successful hire to a very tight deadline. I found their honest and consultative approach an invaluable part of the process and would have no hesitation in using them again for permanent or interim HR recruitment.

The Electoral Commission - Head of HR
Just to say how much I have appreciated your help and the way in which you have given it. It is really refreshing to deal with a company who is helpful without being overpowering, which is often the case in dealing with recruitment consultancies, thank you.

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Candidate Testimonials

I was very impressed with the candidate management given by Ortus, the depth of understanding of what I was looking for and reviewing possible openings with your clients.
Resourcing Manager, IT

Just a note to say how thrilled I am about my offer. I can’t believe how quickly this has all happened considering it is just 3 weeks since we first spoke! You were so efficient in sending my CV which really put you one step ahead of my consultant at another recruitment consultancy who had considered putting me forward for the role but never got back to me and was hard to reach on the phone. I am sure that the client might not have agreed to meet me had you not worked so hard to convince him that I was a worthy candidate despite being five months shy of the year’s experience they were looking for. I am very grateful for you having faith in me and having the insight and intuition to know that I was up to this job and would be a great fit in the company. You have been a pleasure to work with, always positive yet honest and realistic, which is refreshing! Thank you so much. 
Recruitment Officer, Charity

Just wanted to thank you for all your help. The new job that you found me is going to make the hugest difference in my life in more ways than you can imagine, and it's with your help I've managed to achieve this.
Recruitment Manager, Business Services

My experience of Ortus has been good. The consultants follow up regularly and are polite, sensible and understanding. Most agencies don't return calls, and don't follow up, Ortus was therefore a refreshing change.
Training Consultant, Leisure/Travel

I think that your consultants are very good. I only used Ortus briefly, next time I come to look for a job I will ensure that Ortus is one of the first consultancies I contact.
HR Officer, Publishing

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