Marketing Testimonials
I have used Michael Page for most of my permanent and interim appointments throughout the past five years. As a candidate, I feel I have been placed in positions that have matched my skills, yet allowed me to develop and gain valuable experience. This shows that Michael Page have paid close attention to detail and accurately matched my skill set with the most appropriate employer. The service I have received from my consultant has been consistently supportive – listening to my employment needs and making the best suggestions. I would highly recommend Michael Page to any of my friends and family and will continue to use them (and my consultant!) in the future.
Product Manager
Butlins Marketing
Following redundancy I contacted Michael Page where I was impressed with the professionalism and tenacity displayed by Simon Bagni in his pro-active job search on my behalf. He made the process as painless as possible resulting in a number of opportunities and ultimately my current role as Head of Beauty and Seasonal Marketing at Boots
Head of Beauty and Seasonal Marketing
Boots.
In 2005, after a four year stint in the world of advertising in London I left the UK for new challenges and experiences in Australia. Landing in an unknown place, even a friendly one like Sydney, with little or no contacts can be a daunting prospect, especially when you're looking for work that takes you down a different career path - in my case I wanted a move into marketing. Various recruitment agencies came and went, promises were made but little materialised, until that is I chanced on Michael Page who opened up an opportunity for me as Marketing Manager at The Sydney Morning Herald newspaper.
I can honestly say that whilst in Australia and now back in the UK, where I've recently found a new role again through Michael Page, I have found the recruitment agents to be professional, refreshingly honest, proactive and genuinely working for my best interests. I would certainly recommend Michael Page to anyone looking for the next move, whatever that may be, since if it wasn't for them I would not be where I currently am today - at the end of the day I'd always turn back to them because they're not only a good bunch of people, but they always seem to be able to open the door to that bit of opportunity you were hoping for.
Simon Prentice
I have been using the services of Michael Page since August 2005 and have been extremely satisfied with their support, in particular that of Michelle Gould.
I contacted Michelle in mid July 2005 to enquire about securing an event role. When we met she was very attentive and I felt she really understood the sort of role I was hoping to find. Within 2 weeks Michelle found me a fantastic role with The Law Society of England and Wales.
Over the past year Michelle has regularly contacted me to ensure my role was going well and to see if she could assist in any way.
I have already and will continue to recommend Michelle's services as I have found her to be very professional, understanding of my needs and due to the reputation of Michael Page was able to secure me a fantastic role.
Rachael Ghata
From the moment I sent the original e-mail to Michael Page, the service that I received was second to none. Elizabeth managed to make the process of finding a job great fun and she even acted as my 'therapist' at one point, when I was having problems making a decision on a potential role! Elizabeth proactively sent my CV out to a number of businesses and the regular phonecall updates highlight the level of effort that she puts in to offering fantastic service levels. For as long as I'm looking for freelance or permanent contracts, I'm definitely going to repay the loyalty to Michael Page and in particular, Elizabeth.
Annalie Morris
Overall, my Michael Page experience has been a very positive one. Communication is good and the people I have dealt with have been friendly, professional and very proactive on my behalf.
As regards other areas of the Michael Page organisation, I never had any problems with Michael Page Payroll or getting my expenses reimbursed – something which means a lot to a person working on a contract basis!
I have been impressed with the Michael Page people I have met and dealt with - especially yourself, Rory in Glasgow, Jason in Birmingham and Andy Whitsed who placed me with Lloyds TSB but who I have never met. When you are job-hunting, it is good to know that there is someone helping you and who really wants you to get the job like you did for me when I was going through the selection process at Autoglass®.
C Smith
Due to a period of substantial restructuring in my unit, we have become something of a regular customer in the past year. I have kept returning to Michael Page because they have consistently provided a responsive and intuitive service. This has resulted in the appointment of some excellent candidates with the minimum amount of fuss - just what a busy Head of Comms appreciates!
Head of Communications
Guildford Borough Council
The National Archives has been really pleased by the service it has received from Michael Page. We have an unusual Press and Marketing Office requiring specific industry skills which are not always easy to find, but Katherine Archbold has repeatedly managed to deliver an ideal candidate. Previously we have used other recruitment agencies to find our temporary/short contract staff, however we have found that the standard in candidates are far better from Michael Page. The organisation is now our recruitment agency of choice when looking for new candidates and we hope that we are able to continue getting such good services in the future.
Senior Press and Publicity Officer
The National Archives
Michael Page Marketing is my first choice when it comes to recruiting new staff. I know that the candidates they send me will be among the best available. They always respond quickly and their knowledge of the industry means they have a precise grasp on what's required. Michael Page has saved me a lot of time and energy over the last year and their efficiency means I don't have to worry about recruitment.
Communications Manager
London Borough of Islington
I have nothing but praise for my most recent experience of Michael Page.
After providing a realistic appraisal of my market worth and good advice on the opportunities available, Michael Page consultants’ sound knowledge of the (DM) market and access to clients meant I was soon interviewing for a three highly appropriate and desirable positions.
I even reluctantly included an agency role among these on the advice of my consultant. I can't thank Simon Bagni enough for persuading me to consider this opportunity.
Now working for a particularly lovely DM agency, I have been made to feel part of the team from day one. I spend a large proportion of my time in the offices of my client, which means I enjoy the best of both (agency and client) worlds, and working on a high profile loyalty scheme I get to use my DM skills and experience to the full every day. Couldn't have asked for more.
I have even achieved a work/life balance I would not have thought possible with such a great role, something all of the consultants at Michael Page were keen to encourage.
Michael Page offers ongoing advice when I[emphasis] need it without pestering me when I don't and Simon has even visited me at work to offer additional support in person.
I would happily recommend Michael Page to anyone seeking to further their career or even just reviewing their options.
Account Director
Craik Jones
I am currently working as a Contractor for Lloyds TSB in the Business Banking Team. I was placed in this role by Ik Onyiah. Upon registering with Michael Page for a Contract position I found Ik to be very efficient and informative. Ik contacted me immediately with regard to the position with Lloyds TSB and on the same day he arranged an interview for the position of Product Marketing Executive to take place the following week. After this interview I was able to start the Contract immediately.
Ik has kept in regular contact with me since I commenced the Contract to check that all is going well. He recently visited my office to meet face to face, which I really appreciated. We discussed my current position and my career plans and he helped reassure me with regard to any concerns that I have. Having not worked on a Contract basis before Ik has been very helpful with regard to advising me of the options available to me.
I would recommend Ik and Michael Page to any colleagues or friends that are looking for Contract position.
Holly Gibson
I've known Vicky professionally since I arrived at OFT in March 06. She was very quick to contact me as soon as I was in post and was ready with several high quality candidates as soon as we needed them (we took on two freelance candidates, one of which is still with us). Vicky is keen, polite and professional in all aspects of her liaison with OFT and I'd happily do future business with her and MPM and I'd highly recommend both Vicky and MPM.
Head of Press
Office of Fair Trading
I have been really impressed by Michael Page since registering with them just over a year ago. I decided to quit my job without a role to go to - which seemed like a pretty scary / stupid thing to do at the time. Within hours of leaving my initial interview with MP they were on the phone running various positions past me. I was placed in a new role within a week.
My first contract was very successful. Originally I was only meant to be there for 2 months. 2 months soon turned into 10 months. I am in another role - again - a role I am finding interesting and enjoyable. I'm just thinking ahead to how great my CV is going to look in a year's time!
Having had experience of other agencies, MP is different in that they offer a one to one personal service. It's obvious that the consultants speak to one another and talk about their clients needs. Some days, 3 different consultant could be on the phone wanting to talk about roles they think may be of interest. Once in a role, MP are in constant touch too, checking that things are going well. Vicky has been superb. Very friendly and professional. I have also been impressed with Rob and Anna.
Finally, the website is updated daily and is easy to navigate.
Communications Consultant
Legal Services Commission
I have been a client of Michael Page since I arrived in the UK in late June, 2005. In this time, I have been placed twice through Michael Page and with both posts (short-term contracts) I have been impressed with the level of service I have received from my consultants. In particular, Ms Vicky Crutchley.
I met Vicky in early April whilst working in a permanent position for an independent regulatory body in the health care sector. After talking through several job opportunities and options for contract positions, Vicky was able to offer me an opportunity to be put forward as a Marketing Consultant for the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE). I was successful at interview and am currently finishing up my 6 month contract which has been a great stepping stone for my future career in Marketing.
At various stages of my contract, Vicky has proactively kept in contact with me to make sure the post is going well, and I’m enjoying the team I’m working with. We have met quite a few times for coffee which has enabled me to build a strong working relationship with her and when my contract comes to completion, I would not hesitate in contacting Vicky again to find my next job opportunity.
I have also passed on her contact details to others who are currently looking for contract work and I am confident in recommending Vicky as their next consultant.
Kate Swift
Vicky Crutchley has been my recruitment consultant at Michael Page since January 2006.
I have found Vicky to be very polite and professional. She is very proactive in finding potential placements for me – I find that I don’t have to continually contact her for an update, as she regularly rings or emails me to keep me informed.
I enjoy a good rapport with Vicky – she is informal enough for me to feel comfortable in talking to her about any issues that may arise in relation to my placement, but she is also very professional in the way she works. Vicky has made the effort a number of times to meet me in person to check on how my placement is going.
In summary, I find Vicky to be very cheerful and helpful. Most importantly, she is always accessible and is very knowledgeable about all employment-related issues. I would certainly recommend Vicky to friends and colleagues.
Renya Sweetman
You have offered a very responsive and effective service to me at the Home Office and taken the time to understand us as a client and meet our very specific communication needs. The CV's you have sent us have been strong and met our requirements and we have subsequently taken on Rebecca Blanchard into a key role for which we are most grateful (huge apologies about our security clearance!).
You always return calls quickly and efficiently and keep the client fully informed at all times which I much appreciate. When you are not around I find your team helpful and responsive which is very important as you cannot always be there and you are only as good as the team that supports and represents you.
When new roles come up that require a temp or a full time communicator we will certainly be giving Michael Page first opportunity to support us due to the excellent and professional service we have received from you & your team
Senior Communications Adviser
Home Office
I felt that you were professional in your conduct and you kept me informed throughout the process when I got the contract job with First Capital Connect and also supportive e.g. ensuring that I got the right salary. In addition, I thought you were honest in informing me of everything happening throughout the process.
Siu Yen
The level of information and communication I had from Ben Whitaker at Michael Page was outstanding and second to none. What's more, having him on the other end of the phone to talk through my career aspirations in an un bias way was extremely helpful. And then being able to assist you in finding you a job that matches your vision is an excellent service. Would recommend Michael Page to my friends.. They really do listen.
02- Head of User Generated Content
When I landed in the UK in April, I wasn’t sure what to expect job wise, as I had never been a temp before let alone used agencies to work through.
I met with my recruitment agent in my first week of being in London and was impressed that he took the time to read my cv in full and grasp the types of jobs and the level I wanted to work at. After our meeting, I was put forward for three different roles and within two days had secured a fantastic role with a great organisation.
I would recommend Michael Page and my recruitment agent, Rob Muirhead to anyone who’s just arrived in London and looking for employment or anyone wanting to change career. Their service was second to none and a positive experience for me.
Rebecca Barclay
Michael Page Marketing have provided me with a highly professional and quality service and have acted to the highest standards on my behalf with
clients.
After care has been to a high standard to and I can only thank Michael Page Marketing for the support, advice and of course the placement they organised for me. I look forward to working with you again for future opportunities.
Jay Chauhan
The Marketing Department of UCE Birmingham have recently used Michael Page for the first time to recruit a temporary Marketing Officer. We were impressed by the quality of the candidates put forward to us, evidencing a clear understanding of our brief. The person appointed has proved to be a valuable asset to the team, making a significant contribution from day one.
Lorraine Westwood,
Director of Marketing and Education Liaison,
UCE Birmingham
On returning to the UK from Australia I found Michael Page to be very proactive in my search for a suitable position. My consultants provided sound, professional advice and listened to my views. They were outstanding in communicating with me from sending through potential job specifications, briefing me on interviews and providing feedback. This has all helped greatly in my transition period and I am grateful to Michael Page for getting my career quickly back on track after time out travelling.
Sue Bickford
Helen Walker and Michael Page worked overtime to make sure that the University of Birmingham Communications Team was able to fill a key role of Business Development Manager for the Media Centre it runs. The appointee, Tim Dagger, has made a tremendous impression in a very short space of time and we are delighted with progress. We are even more pleased because this had been an extremely difficult position to fill - we had gone to market, advertised, interviewed and failed to appoint. Michael Page, through Helen, was faster, more efficient and so far has produced excellent results. I would have no hesitation in recommending any client in a similar position to investigate what they could do for you.
Sue Primmer – Director or Communications
Birmingham University
I have been extremely impressed with the level of professionalism and help that I have received from you all over the last few months. I had joined a number of agencies and overall (even excluding the fact that Michael Page were the agency that found me a position!) I would whole-heartedly recommend Michael Page as my best choice of agency. At all times I felt that I was a valued candidate and that my best interests were being taken care of, this was evident from my discussions with you prior to a face to face interview through to salary negotiations.
I will certainly be in touch with Michael Page once again once I return from Maternity leave.
Andrea Anderson
I would like to express my sincere thanks to Michael Page for their assistance in helping me find a role when I first arrived in London. The team took a genuine interest in what I was looking for and they took time to understand my needs and motivations in terms of my first role.
In particular, Elizabeth Woodforde was absolutely fabulous as she maintained a constant line of communication with me and was always quick to highlight my options and advise me on the best course of action. Over and above that, she conveys a genuine sense of empathy for you as an individual and takes an active interest in your wellbeing both during and at the completion of the contracted role. In short, if I had the opportunity to work with her daily, I would do so quite happily.
With many thanks and gratitude.
Adrian Smith
