Poor Jim Brompton had not been working for two years. Signed up with more than 20 recruitment agencies and still nowhere to go. That was until he met Vanilla Recruitment.

"I had begun to despair of ever being employed again. Then Eloise came along - and so did the job interviews!! I can't thank her enough for the time and effort she has put in on my behalf. The best recruitment agency I have dealt with. Ten out of ten"
Jim Brompton (Candidate)

All part of the Vanilla service, Jim!

Arriving at the welcoming doors of the Vanilla offices a few weeks after leaving her old job, Laura Askew was looking for help and support...

"I really believe that if it hadn't been for all your hard work and dedication I would still be lost in the employment minefield! Coming to you a few weeks after leaving my old job, my confidence having taken a knock, was like a breath of fresh air. With your help I now have a fantastic position within a lovely company, and feel truly settled for the future for the first time since graduating. 'Thank you' doesn't really feel like enough!"
Laura Askew (Candidate)

All part of the Vanilla service, Laura!

In her preparations to relocate to Market Harborough, Jackie Wightman signed up with 15 recruitment agencies before moving house, in order to give herself a head start. But she soon realised there are good recruitment consultants - and then there are the not so good ones...

"Only Liz (at Vanilla) came back to me with suitable jobs. Each time she was friendly, took time to understand my needs - making me feel very relaxed and giving me the confidence I needed for interviews. On my first visit to Vanilla it was lovely to see a friendly face. I was quite nervous as moving to a new area and getting a new job was very daunting. I was put at ease and assured that I shouldn't worry. In the initial interview Liz was very thorough and this helped me to get a job I would really enjoy. I feel I have been given the opportunity to try something a little different in my career. Thank you!"
Jackie Wightman (Candidate)

All part of the Vanilla Service, Jackie!

Leaving her job, but with nowhere to move on to, was not the ideal situation for Sophie. But this is not unknown territory to the consultants at Vanilla...

"My confidence was at an all time low. However, Vanilla were fantastic and in less than three weeks I had two really good job offers. I got loads of advice and support during this time. Really professional, helpful and friendly service"
Sophie Pinder (Candidate)

It was a real pleasure!

Like many younger candidates, Anna had work experience but very little interviewing experience. Vanilla saw the potential in her, however, and took the time to explain and talk her through the processes. By the time that interviews started arriving for Anna - she got further training from the Vanilla team, taking through typical interview questions and how to respond - ensuring that she was fully prepared for any questions that potential employers may ask. Anna was offered the first position she went for with a dynamic company who loved her enthusiasm and wanted to invest in her future.

"As I said before thank you very much for your help compared to other recruitment agencies you were really helpful and put the time in to help me. Thank you so much."
Anna Young (Candidate)

No first time luck, Anna, you had it in you all the time!

As if dealing with Christmas wasn't enough, poor Diana arrived at Vanilla having been unexpectedly made redundant in a cost cutting exercise. She didn't think that's she would be able to secure a permanent position for the New Year due to the holiday season. However, after two interviews Diana had increased her earnings and got a great new boss to boot!

"My boss has issued me with a mobile phone and a corporate credit card and is an absolute dream to work for! Thank you so much for making this possible!"
Diana Wild (Candidate)

You know, Diana, sometimes these things are meant to happen (for the better) !!

Jenny moved to Market Harborough without a role after her husband's job relocation. An experienced PA with excellent skills and friendly personality - she rated the Vanilla Treatment so highly that her new employer became one of Vanilla's largest clients!

"Thank you so much for taking time to see me and I feel you give a really strong personal service. I will have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone in the future"
Jenny Pope (Candidate)

There's a whistle we don't mind you blowing, Jenny!!

A relocation due to hubby's change of career - this time for Julie, who had some fabulous administration and communication skills - but was too modest about her abilities. Vanilla ensured she was prepared for interviews and had the right mind set before interviews. But it was more than that - Julie had left behind lots of friends and family - and Vanilla knew it was essential for her to be comfortable in her new work environment and had a friendly team around her. Now placed at a company who value her work and commitment, Julie acknowledged the 'Human' side of 'human resources'...

"Thank you so very much for all your hard work and effort to find employment for myself. You carefully listened to my individual requirements and worked extremely hard to match them to the right job. Your service is highly professional yet friendly and I would certainly recommend anyone searching for work or requiring staff to contact you! Excellent."
Julie Stokes (Candidate)

It's all about the Vanilla preparation, Julie!

Lynne wanted a career move as part of a bigger change she'd encountered in her personal life. Vanilla saw she had great communication skills in spite of her modesty and not a few tough knocks on the way. Vanilla worked hard with Lynne, who hadn't had an interview for over 20 years, establishing her key skills and ensuring she believed that she would be an asset to any company. In no time, she secured a position with a small local business - but the success story doesn't stop there...Lynne got back her self confidence, has new hobbies and a full work and social life!

"In the short time since I signed with Vanilla Recruitment I can honestly say you have changed my life. I have had numerous appointments with the job centre, which only seemed to substantiate the fact I was wasting my time asking for a job I really wanted. The minute I stepped into Vanilla's office I was made to feel special, valuable and that my hopes were just that, hopes, and not dreams. Signing with Vanilla has boosted my confidence and your friendly sensitive caring manner Eloise, has been the most important thing for me in the last few weeks. I have to thank you most sincerely and I know you are as committed to all your clients as you were to me, so I wish you well and thank you for my latest interview which I think will conclude in a long and happy relationship with my new employer. I wish I could say more as thanks doesn't seem enough!"
Lynne Vandrill (Candidate)

All part of the Vanilla service, Lynne!

A Team Manager in a call centre, Scott was working shifts - which meant appointments with Vanilla and interviews were difficult to arrange. But that didn't put off Vanilla. They met Scott out of hours to accommodate his shift patterns and soon secured him an interview with a company that matched his own values and principles. Knowing that, at second stage, Scott had to give a presentation to a panel interview; Vanilla prepared him by letting him practice on a 'fake' panel made up of Vanilla consultants (who then gave him the grilling of his life!) Scott is now on the other side of the fence as a client and recruiting for his team via Vanilla.

"I thought that Vanilla handled my whole recruitment process perfectly. There was always lots of clear and frequent communication. All of my questions were answered if not straight away then very quickly. I felt that the whole process was very professional, which is more than I can say of other agencies that I have dealt with in the past. I felt that Vanilla gave me the best support and advice that I could have asked for while going through the recruitment process. I am extremely pleased with my current role and I would like to thank you whole heartedly for you hard work and commitment to me."
Scott Cooper (Candidate)

Vanilla raises the standard, Scott!

Like millions of others, because Jenni was not really sure what she wanted to do for a job - she'd had quite a varied career path. It showed on her CV, which looked like she was jumping from role to role. And like many employers - when they see this they don't necessarily want to take it further with a candidate. But Vanilla knew what to do. It was essential for Jenni that Vanilla got to find out what made Jenni tick, what would challenge her, give her the variety she needed AND provide HER with stability and career growth. After discussing a number of different roles and organising interviews with potential employers, Jenni secured her new role within 3 days of her initial meeting with Vanilla - with a business that could utilise her varied skill set and work experience.

"Many thanks for all your help and guidance these last couple of weeks, I am very grateful. Your services are very unique and unlike any other recruitment company I have used in the past. You put 150% into my interview to find out exactly what I want, what my strengths are and how to promote myself in a more positive way. I know my boss has said on several occasions how impressed he was with your services and how professional and responsive your approach was to finding appropriate candidates. All your efforts and dedication has paid off for my benefit and I am very thankful. You outshine all other agencies and you are a star."
Jenni Neal (Candidate)

Sweet, with a Vanilla twist!!

15 years of service didn't count for anything for poor Tina - who had been made redundant and, like many before, found themselves unexpectedly on the job market. Concerned about her age (Tina didn't think she'd need to be in the job market again before retiring), it was important for Vanilla to help her get her confidence so she could shine in interviews and talk about her great skill set and experience. A fabulous ambassador and so nearly an employee at Vanilla, Tina proved exceptionally tempting for many of Vanilla's regular temping clients before being snapped-up for a new permanent role.

"I am absolutely thrilled to be employed and am enjoying every minute. Everyone has made me so welcome, I feel as if I have always been there. I am learning every day and getting on great. Thank you Eloise so much for all your help - without you I would not be in the position I am now. You have been so helpful, and are such a lovely lady. You work so hard and are so efficient in everything you do."
Tina Ransom (Candidate)

All part of the Vanilla service, Tina!

Losing your job through no fault of your own - with a family to support - is not a place anyone likes to be in and needs fast action. Vanilla looked at Jeanie's excellent blend of customer service, business administration and accounts - and realised that, combined with her brilliant personality, it was going to be more of a challenge to get her placed in a role which she liked - not one which just paid the bills. Within two weeks Jeanie had been on various interviews and was offered a position with a business which was in tune with her personal ethic - and she and the company have grown together.

"I would like to thank Eloise for all her help especially the time spent on interview techniques. I found myself in the unfortunate position of being made redundant after 8 years and had not had an interview for that long. Eloise made me feel at ease and showed me how to bring out the best in myself for employers to see. The jobs I went for were ideal for my abilities and the 2nd one proved to be the one for me. I have been with the company for 2 years now and have enjoyed every minute of it. I will recommend vanilla to anyone looking for a job."
Jeanie Unwin (Candidate)

Vanilla goes the extra mile!

Unsure about what her next move should be, Nicky only knew she wanted a permanent position. Vanilla got to the root of what Nicky could offer, identifying her core skills, and offered her temporary work - which meant that she could have the time she needed for interviews, get the all-important office interaction - and have some income to boot. She found a role and commenced working full time for the client company, sadly for her to be made redundant 8 months later. So... back on the market, Nicky came back to the warming glow of the Vanilla offices and, after a small amount of time temping again, Vanilla managed to place her in a great permanent position with a local employer

"THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I know I've already said it, but thank you so much for everything. You're a star and you have the most efficient and friendliest recruitment agency I have ever come across, very dedicated to the cause and it gets the results!"
Nicky Delve (Candidate)

In the very unlikely case of us not succeeding first, we will try and try and try again!