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How Can You Make An Impact In Management Consultancy Recruitment?

Having recently reached my 1-year milestone within recruitment at Ascent Professional Services, I thought it wise to take stock of all that has happened in the past 365 days, and all that I have learnt. It has certainly been a rollercoaster of emotions, with plenty of positives, including achieving a promotion, and of course, some […]
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How To Build Relationships With Management Consultancy Recruiters

As a Recruitment Agent for a leading Management Consulting Recruitment Agency, I thought I would share some tips on how to get the most out of people like me! Learn more about the Ideal Management Consultant Job Interview Process. Moving jobs is one of the biggest things people will do in their lifetimes, and shouldn’t […]
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Why Should Management Consulting Candidates Should Work With A Recruiter?

Obviously, I’m not even slightly biased on this one… I used a recruiter to get my job at Ascent Professional Services 8 years ago – thanks Pareto Law! I would have never found Ascent without my recruiter and I’m extremely grateful that I did! Key advantages of using a recruiter 1. They can tell you […]
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What Are The Highs and Lows of Management Consultancy Recruiting?

When I joined Ascent Professional Services I knew nothing about management consulting or what a management consulting recruitment agency did. I didn’t really know anything about recruitment either! I also didn’t have the advantage of being a fresh-faced graduate just out of university. It was hard, REALLY hard. I’d been in my previous job for […]
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How Can I Get More Job Offer Acceptances For Management Consultancy Roles?

So you’ve completed an interview process with a prospective employee, and are ready to deliver an offer. While this may seem like the hiring process is concluding, the delivery of an offer is still a crucial part of the candidate experience. This will have a significant impact on whether or not the candidate will accept, […]
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How Do I Know I’m Talking To Top Management Consultancy Recruitment Agencies?

1. They Listen More Than They Talk. A good recruiter knows only too well the old adage of two ears, one mouth to be used in proportion. While it is important for your recruiter to explain the details of the role to you, they should also really listen to you to ensure they are completely […]
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Why Interaction Is So Important In Management Consultancy Recruitment

There is no denying that the ease of communication from technological developments has greatly enhanced the capabilities of businesses around the world. However, one must assess how these developments have had a detrimental effect on the value of face-to-face interaction. Effects on the business world It has become commonplace for social media to be blamed […]
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Thoughts On My First Four Months In Management Consultancy Recruitment And Headhunting

I joined Ascent Professional Services on 08/10/18. Having never worked in recruitment before, with no background in management consultancy or working for a management consulting recruitment agency, it’s safe to say I faced some challenges in my first few months. Management consultancy is a varied and complex industry. One can easily identify the buzz words […]
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