Testimonials
Claire listened carefully to what it was we needed and subsequently only provided me
with the CV’s of suitable candidates and not countless irrelevant ones
I found the team at Ibell Cowlin to be very friendly, easy to talk with and always quick to
respond to my communications
I would not hesitate to recommend their service
L H, eSight Energy, Cambridge
Before deciding to use Ibell Cowlin, and having considered the many Milton Keynes based recruitment companies, my main concern was simply their ability to supply suitable candidates.
Claire promptly visited me on site, listened carefully to my requirements and subsequently provided me with details on her most suitable 5 candidates, resulting in a successful appointment. Ongoing contact was always well timed and appropriate
Par-Pak Europe Ltd, Milton Keynes
Having successfully used Ibell Cowlin for a number of Finance and IT placements, I did not hesitate to approach them when a requirement arose for a part time Spanish speaking accountant. As I would have expected, Julia came and met me to discuss my requirements and to understand how the role would fit into my Finance team and the organisation as a whole. Not being a straight forward search the lead time was longer than normal, but I regularly received progress updates. The number of CV’s received were limited but all of a high calibre and Manuel has now been an employee of AT Cross for the past 6 weeks. Placement accomplished.
Out of my team of 8, 50% have been placed by Ibell Cowlin and their attention to detail, commitment and professionalism never disappoint. I will certainly be using them again.
J H, A T Cross Limited, Luton
I was initially concerned with the costs involved in engaging a recruitment firm and if indeed I would get value for money. However these concerns were addressed quite satisfactorily by Gregg when I first met him.
Gregg was able to understand immediately what it was I was looking for in a potential hire and went on to provide relevant CV’s very quickly. The quality of supporting information sent over with each candidate’s CV was also clear and precise and gave me an excellent understanding of what to expect before meeting with them. It also helped me to determine which questions would best test the candidate and so conduct a more effective interview.
Gregg’s ongoing quality of communication in general was excellent and I believe we quickly built a good working relationship, which enabled us to speak openly and freely about each candidate and ensure complete transparency.
I would be more than happy to work with Gregg and Ibell Cowlin again in the future, should the need arise, and would also recommend them to other employers.
G S, Moore Place Hotel (Best Western Group), Bedfordshire
Claire at Ibell Cowlin was initially recommended to me by a colleague who had previously been working with Her. At the time, the relationship we had with our existing recruitment company had gone sour and so I needed to start working at a similar rate of knots with a new recruiter.
Of the new agencies I tried, Claire (and Ibell Cowlin) were by far the most professional and also met our needs fastest. Claire listened and clearly understood where we needed to focus and from which elements we needed to see quality. The majority of the candidates we now see meet these quality standards and this is not always easy considering the unusual brief we give in terms of our recruitment methods.
In our fast moving company we are not always readily available to speak to recruiters, but appreciate that pursuing a new job is usually a big move for their candidates. Delays from our side can be perceived as concerning for a potential new employee and so I’m always grateful that Claire regularly chases us for the feedback and answers she requires. I’m also impressed by the fact that Claire is able to meet our requirements more often than not. This is distinctly different to my previous experiences with other agencies.
BP, Retail Eyes, Northants
Right from the beginning of our campaign to recruit a Finance Director, Julia took the time to come and visit us at our premises, meet relevant personnel and gain a total understanding of how our organisation works and what sort of person would best fit in. As a result of good basic groundwork, we were supplied with four very relevant candidates that we went on to meet with, the end result being a successful appointment within 6 weeks.
Julia and Ibell Cowlin proved that, by working with a small “boutique” agency, we could get the service we wanted and feel highly valued as a client. We won’t hesitate in contacting Ibell Cowlin again with regard to future recruitment and also in recommending them to others.
E P, Phillips De Pury, London
Gregg, I wanted to take the opportunity to put in writing my thanks for all of your hard work in helping me find a suitable candidate, for what was a very challenging role, with equally as challenging criteria.
I had 5 recruitment consultants supplying candidates for the role that you filled, however the most consistent supply of CV’s came from you, the best service levels came from your company and the best understanding of what I was looking for was yours, over and above any other firms or consultants I was working with.
I would be more than happy to recommend your services to anyone that is looking to fill vacancies in the telecoms/datacomms market and will be in touch again soon, when I am looking to expand my team even further.
Congratulations and well done and on a very professional and efficient service.
P S, Next Connex
I am happy to say that on the two occasions that we have worked together, Claire has demonstrated a very clear understanding of our business and always delivered a very high calibre of candidate for recent vacancies, resulting, for example, in the appointment of our Key Account Manager last year.
I will be certain to ask for Claire’s help with any future employment opportunities that arise at Terinex.
D S, Terinex Limited, Bedford
I was impressed that Claire took time out to meet me and gain an understanding of our business and what type of person I was looking for. My brief was difficult as it was a new role in a niche business, however I found that Claire asked lots of questions and accepted feedback to help refine the process and find the right candidate.
I would recommend Claire and Ibell Cowlin to our internal managers moving forward and I look forward to working with her again.
E K, Valiant Sports Ltd
The level of service that we have received from Ibell Cowlin has been excellent. We use a number of agencies and Ibell Cowlin has by far the highest success rate in placing candidates during 2010. The consultants quickly gained an understanding of our requirements and took the time to understand how we work and the kind of person that fits our business.
As a department we are extremely busy and get bombarded by recruitment companies. Ibell Cowlin understands that our attention cannot always be focused on recruitment and so they don’t bombard us with calls or emails. This type of understanding has led to the building of a strong working relationship and one that we hope will continue for the foreseeable future.
N W, Arrow ECS, Theale
We in HR have worked with you now for a number of years and in that time we have received excellent service in fulfilling our staffing needs. The candidates you provide to us are in line with our requirements and very well informed in terms of our business and what we do here at the Bureau.
I take this opportunity to thank you for all the effort you have put into building our relationship; getting to know us as individuals, getting to know our organisation, how we work and the standards we expect.
M F, Motor Insurers Bureau, Milton Keynes
I cannot praise Robin highly enough. He listened to what we wanted, sought to understand our business character as well as the specifics of the role, and delivered quality candidates. He is a consummate and highly motivated professional that I would not hesitate to use in the future
W W, Daeja, Milton Keynes
Robert is enthusiastic in all his tasks and listens to your requirements. He is pro-active in his approach to work and social aspects of the relationship. I would recommend both him and his company whom I have used several times for my recruitment needs. So far a large proportion of his candidates reach our interviewing stage and we have made our first appointment only this week
L C, Kidney Research, Peterborough
Ibell Cowlin understand the clients requirements and provide an efficient service to recruit the right person for the role. Communication was excellent and I was always given feedback throughout the process. Ibell Cowlin are very committed to their job and deliver excellent results
C S, Keystone Distribution, Hemel Hempstead
Each time I deal with Gavin at Ibell Cowlin, I can honestly say it’s a pleasure. It doesn’t matter how quickly we need somebody, he always has a number of high quality candidates to offer. From the first phone call to the end result, he works tirelessly to ensure the whole process flows smoothly, efficiently and always in a professional manner
D L, Jardine Motors, Milton Keynes
We had some very specific requirements and Robin took the time to understand these. He struggled to find suitable candidates, and both Robin and ourselves were let down by a number of them through no fault of Robin’s. Far from giving up, Robin persevered and finally found a candidate that has proven to be a capable and valuable member of our team. I am very pleased with the service provided and would be happy to use Robin and Ibell Cowlin again.”
M F, RSM 2000, Bedford
When initially considering the use of a recruitment agency, I was concerned with the ability of agency’s to fully understand my requirement and also the value for money that I would see. However, Robin’s understanding and appreciation of the technologies we work with was refreshing and this, coupled with his subsequent success at sourcing the right candidate, means I would have no hesitation in recommending his services to any employer seeking a knowledgeable IT recruiter and one that will respond effectively to their needs.”
C H, Imtex Technologies, Milton Keynes
Ibell Cowlin has never failed to deliver, even when faced with the tightest deadlines. They are attentive to their client’s needs and have always kept me well informed throughout the recruitment process. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ibell Cowlin to any employer.”
E P, Commercial Hub, Milton Keynes
I found Ibell Cowlin a pleasure to deal with. They are true specialists within their field and provide sound advice and effective recruitment solutions. In a market where quality candidates are hard to find, I have found them to be an invaluable resource. Effective, honest and always available, they maintain a steady stream of communication ensuring that the process runs smoothly from initial brief to offer and start date.”
S C, Mama’s & Papa’s, Huddersfield
Our experience with Ibell Cowlin was outstanding. Previously, we spent a number of months interviewing people to fill a Business Analyst role through other recruiting agencies, but unfortunately, no one seemed to fit within our specialist area. We then went to Ibell Cowlin and they went out of their way to listen and fully understand the skill level, expertise and personality type that we needed for the role in question. Not only did they find an individual with a skill set that matched our position, but they were confident that this person would fit in with our team culture. After the first interview we were confident that the candidate exhibited the ‘wow’ factor that we desired and she has now been working with us for some time, doing an excellent job and automatically gelling with the rest of the staff
T S, HBOS Employee Equity Solutions, London
I have found Gavin and the team at Ibell Cowlin to be very receptive to our needs, acting in a pro-active and professional manner in delivering high quality people to our organisation
M H, Motor Insurers Bureau, Milton Keynes
Ibell Cowlin’s relationship with ITC Infotech has grown over many years. Our requirements are small, infrequent and at short notice, but on every occasion, because Ibell Cowlin has taken the time to understand our business, we’ve been supplied with temporary personnel that have gone on to become permanent employees. I have no hesitation in recommending Ibell Cowlin to other employers who wish to source staff via an agency, and to try Gavin and his team as they will not be disappointed with the result.
N C, ITC Infotech, Milton Keynes
Ibell Cowlin have always provided a high level of service that has led to the successful placement of a number of candidates. Their personal approach and time invested in understanding the business and its recruitment needs, has resulted in well matched candidates being put forward for interview and ultimately placement
P T, TUI Travel PLC
Ibell Cowlin have been on TietoEnator’s PSL for the past 15 months, and I can’t praise them enough. They provide an excellent service, adhering closely to the briefings we provide. Special praise must go to Robin White in particular for the support he gives to his candidates. This has, on occasions, included picking candidates up and taking them to their interview!
Although Ibell Cowlin aren’t as large as some of their competitors, this has never deterred them from finding the right candidate for the right location. They consistently achieve excellent results, and are constantly looking for innovative ways to add value
M C, Tieto, Dunstable
