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25 plate Percy the Golden Labrador joins Stanley (slightly jealous) Golden Retriever on the “fleet”, after successful collection from the Main Breeder in the West Midlands. Excellent handover, certification and impeccable PDI, complete with full warranty and handbook. Slight initial concerns over excessive noise and erratic emissions, otherwise very happy with our purchase!

Excited to share our recent success story! Southgate Consulting dedicated over 5 hours to assist a Director-level candidate in the job market. Here’s what we provided:

📝Conducted a comprehensive career review and revamped their CV.
💻Assessed and enhanced their LinkedIn profile with a detailed guide on editing and enriching content.
🤝Guided them on navigating the current job market landscape effectively.

Through three personalised one-on-one sessions within a week, we equipped them with the necessary tools and confidence to feel confident they had the best starting point in their job search.

At Southgate Consulting, we offer these services at a small investment and are ready to tailor a plan to meet the specific needs of job seekers.

Absolutely love the MINI Brand – a company which is taking bold new designs for its new electric derivatives, whilst maintaining its amazing past success and loyal customer base.
#MINI #customerloyalty #EV #heritage

Another fantastic day at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show. Filling six halls at the NEC, it never ceases to amaze me what impeccable standards the restorations on show achieve. Impossible to separate out all the favourites of the show, but here are some images! #NEC #classiccars #lancasterinsurance #2024classicmotorshow

Another fantastic year at Goodwood Revival!

As always a great day out full of a fantastic selection of vintage cars and motorcycles racing alongside some brilliant costumes. Roll on next year!

#goodwoodrevival #vintage

Really looking forward to 2024 Goodwood Revival this weekend. A chance to immerse oneself in history, culture, heritage and everything retro including bikes, motorcycles, cars, commercial vehicles, buses and planes from a bygone era. Always come away with a big smile on my face which begins just from walking through the car park before the event itself! Now, what to wear this year?

We often get asked whether now is a good time is to change jobs, and it’s a difficult one to say yes or no either way as currently there are a lot of factors that affect this decision, some which can be controlled by you some that can’t. Here are four reasons why you should carefully consider whether now is the right time to contemplate changing your job;

• Change within the global automotive sector is creating considerable pressure on businesses, however, this will also create tremendous opportunities in the near future.
• Some of the many new vehicle brands entering into the UK market may not survive, it’s difficult to find out who are likely to be the winners and losers, but careful research can give you more of an insight.
• Moving from a job with established security and longevity of employment could be risky, but the excitement and intensity of fast progression with a new business could be what you are currently seeking.
• Online applications are impersonal and sterile and it’s clear to see how many candidates have applied, but don’t be intimidated by volume, concentrate on accuracy and relevance of your application

#automotivecareers #executivesearch #southgateconsulting

We had a great day at the Commercial Vehicle show at the NEC yesterday! It’s always fantastic to see the progress being made in the commercial BEV vehicle market year on year and discovering some of the new innovative entrants to the market. It is always great bumping into people walking around the show as well. Shoutout to Ford UK for the waffles, they went down very well!

#CVShow #CommercialVehicles #BEV #Innovation #NEC

We are often asked what the Automotive Industry recruitment market is like currently. Is it Client or Candidate driven? 2024 is proving to be an interesting example of perception vs reality. Yes, there may be a feeling that more candidates are seeking alternative employment at all levels, and it is easy to engage on social media with a high volume of applicants. But the reality of finding the perfect individual at the right level, in the right location, with the right skill set and enthusiasm to join your company at the right time can still be challenging.

At Southgate Consulting, we believe the most effective and successful approach in filling senior management and Director level roles, should demonstrate a mutually beneficial Candidate and Client experiences throughout all the recruitment stages. That’s why we work tirelessly to achieve the following;

• Exhaustive yet selective approaches based on a thorough understanding of Client requirements.
• Identification of a manageable and select number of potential candidates at shortlist.
• Consultative guidance for both Clients and Candidates through to job offer, based on our vast industry knowledge and experience.
• Understanding the real importance of recruitment etiquette and communication throughout.
• Ensuring both Client and Candidate aspirations are fulfilled equally.

Good candidates will join good companies with good reputations and culture, and their evaluation of this starts at the beginning of any recruitment process.

This week we are facilitating  interviews for a critical Managing Director appointment in a very well established business, in the North of England.

After a detailed search, client pre-interview preparation, discussion and assessment of applicant cultural fit and skills match, the three individuals who have made it to first client interview stage have matched all the relevant criteria. Careful first interview planning will ensure both client and candidate are able to participate on a meaningful and equal basis.

At Southgate Consulting we offer comprehensive support and communication through the whole Executive Search process, for both candidate and client before, during and after the hire.

Please feel free to reach out to David or Callum Southgate if you require assistance with your senior appointment and we would be delighted to hear from you.

#southgateconsulting #selectivesearch #clientsupport #automotive #recruitment