Better Placed HR and more specifically Hannah Gorman, were instrumental in helping me secure my next exciting HR role.

From the moment I saw the job advertised to being offered the position was a smooth and informative process that never lost momentum. Hannah was keen to meet me so she was able to fully understand my skills, experience and personality to ensure I was the right fit for the role and to be able to position me as a strong candidate. I have no doubt that this approach was very key to helping me to be successful!

As a candidate I strongly recommend Better Placed HR and hope one day I may be able to use the team as a client to source my future HR colleagues.

Mark Taylor

HR Business Partner - CFS

“In my dealings with Paul, I have found him to be highly professional, personable and someone who operates with a high degree of integrity. Paul has a strong network which enables him to maximise his service offering and ensures he has a strong level of market knowledge and expertise in recruitment.”

James Grewer

Head of Retail HR - Game Group PLC

“Having known Paul for a number of years I have always been very impressed with the support and service that he and the business provides. Paul is a pragmatic individual with a high degree of integrity and when working with Paul he quickly identifies the need of the business, role and the individual.
Having worked with Paul and Better Placed with Game, Gamestation, Nestle, I will certainly maintain this valued contact. I have no hesitation in recommending Paul and Better Placed to any business or person.”

Dominic Mellonie

Group HR Director - 20:20 Mobile

“Paul is an HR recruiter with strong integrity, a high level of engagement with both his client and candidates and who has a wealth of experience and knowledge within the HR Recruitment sector. He's very pragmatic, open and honest and delivers on a promise (again - to both the Client and the Candidates). He never forgets that the primary drivers for a Recruiter are getting the right person but ensuring that the overall candidate experience is exceptional for all.”

Marc Bertrand

Executive HR Director - Tarmac Building Products

“Paul is a fantastic recruiter who focuses exclusively on HR requirements. He has extensive knowledge of the marketplace, supported by a fantastic national network. He is straight forward to deal with, and consequently great value for money- delivering an honest result with upmost integrity. I would absolutely recommend you give him a go!”

Caroline Parkinson

Head of HR Operations - Gala Coral

“I have worked with Paul since 2004 in a number of different businesses to work on a variety of recruitment projects. What I like about Paul is that he has great knowledge of the market place and can match personalities to the culture of the business which is key to getting the right candidate. The service has been on time, open, transparent and professional. Paul is also complimented by a great team who can support you at all levels of recruitment. Paul is very personable and has a great sense of humour which is refreshing! I would have no hesitation in recommending Paul and his team.”

Jill Leonard

Director of Talent Acquisition - Premier Farnell

“I have engaged Paul on a number of assignments when working for a number of organisations and will continue to do so in the future. Paul has an enviable knowledge of organisations and key contacts. I find Paul reliable, honest and extremely personable.”

Meirion Gravell

HR Director - Oce

"Paul combines practical, honest advice with the necessary knowledge of the market and candidates to deliver for you.”

Pam Angel

HR Business Partner - Aviva

“I have engaged Paul or his team on a number of occasions, over a period years when I have been building or expanding teams. The service provided has always resulted in success due to the effort and commitment Paul applies to his business; his attention to effective networking and stakeholder management means I can always rely on successful and timely appointments - just what every business partner needs!”

Derek Massie

SVP HR - Seadrill

“Very focused to deliver quality service at the agreed time with a good commercial awareness/flexibility. Happy to recommend Paul as an HR recruiter and wish him well in his new business”

“During my career I've worked with a large number of recruitment consultants. The good ones are few and as such stand out. Paul is very clearly in the upper tier of this select group. He is thorough in understanding your profile and aspirations. Proactive in his approach and communication, always ensuring that you are kept in the loop. He ensures that relationships are nurtured and maintained and unselfish in providing help and support, irrespective of any immediate personal gain. I would not hesitate in recommending him and look forward to working with him in the future.”

Elizabeth Mills

Senior Vice President - Marsh Ltd

"Paul is a professional executive recruiter who knows his market well, and works with a high calibre of candidates. I can trust Paul and Better Placed HR to understand the type of person I am looking for, taking into account not only their skills and expertise, but also their fit with the business. I would recommend Better Placed for any type of HR recruitment."

Ben Blunt

HR Consultant - Strategy HR

“I've known Paul for a few years now and value his straightforward approach and strong HR network - particularly in the North of England. He is very good at building strong relationships with both candidates and clients, and in it for the longer-term game rather than to make a "quick buck". I'm always happy to recommend him to our own clients on that basis.”

Colm Connolly

HR Manager - Morrisons Supermarket Plc

“Paul understands very clearly the challenges and obstacles HR functions face in the area of Resourcing. He brings vast experience and knowledge to the table, and a pragmatic realism that gives you confidence he will articulate your demands and be that partner you look for in recruitment. My experience with Paul is based on honesty and challenging conversations to get the best for both parties. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.”

Allison Green

People Director - YHA

“Working with Paul and Better Placed HR is a real pleasure. He is professional and honest as well as being an excellent communicator. When we worked together, I knew that he would always do everything he said he was going to do and in the timescales we agreed. He is great fun to work with and I recommend him highly.”

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