The conversation starts long before there is a role.
We keep in touch with commercial leaders across Europe whether or not we have something for them today. When something fits, you get the whole picture rather than a job title and a salary band.
Four things we will always do.
The person who calls is the person who saw the fit
Not a sourcing queue and not a different person at every stage. The person who approaches you is the person who runs the search.
The real numbers, not a range to lure you in
What the role actually pays, what the market pays for what you do, and where you sit in that range. Including when the answer is unwelcome.
You hear back, even when the answer is no
Feedback after every stage, including the no, and the reason behind it. Silence is the standard in this industry and it should not be.
Your name goes nowhere without your yes
Your name reaches a client only when you have said yes to that client. No speculative CV sending, ever.
What the market pays, before you ask.
This is the same benchmark we give a client when they ask what a role costs. You get it at the first conversation, not after an offer.
What staying in touch looks like.
Most of our conversations do not lead anywhere immediately, and that is the point. We know this is a journey together. When the right mandate appears we already know what you would move for.
“I knew my skill set could be leveraged in the European & UK Insurtech markets. I was very fortunate to start working with Darren who truly has an extensive and impressive knowledge of the market and network across the Insurtech ecosystem. I’ll look forward to continuing to brainstorm with Darren and leverage his insight personally as well as when I’m in a position to expand and bring in additional team members.”
If we do not cover your area, we will say so.
Start the conversation early.
The best time to talk to us is when you are not looking. Tell us what you do and what would tempt you, and we will come back to you when it appears.