Client Testimonials

“We had been looking for a Global Brand Manager for some time when Nelson King was given the brief.  The team at Nelson King quickly understood the brief and quickly accessed candidates from a broad range of categories and businesses.   At the end... a shortlist that met the brief requirements and from which we were able to recruit successfully.  Many thanks.”   

Neil Brettell - Global Brand Director - Grants Whisky

 “Having been recommended to Nelson King when looking for high calibre account managers, we were impressed with the attention to detail, the research work undertaken and the short-list supplied which matched the brief in every instance.  For future recruiting needs I would not hesitate to give Rod a call.”  

 Ian Wickham – Sales Director – Tomy UK

 "Two very successful placements, including our new Sales Director  - thank you very much for what you've done."

 Caroline Grant – HR Director – Elizabeth Arden

 “I would like to thank you very much for the assistance you provided in the recruitment of our Commercial Manager. She seems to be very competent and indeed is an asset to our organisation.  Rarely in my life I have experienced human touch in a recruitment agency and I really think that this is a wonderful competitive advantage you have.  Indeed I will have no hesitation in using your corporation again nor will I have any doubts in recommending you to my friends and colleagues.”      

Marco Destefanis – Commercial Director – Europe and Africa – Jose Cuervo International

 “Thanks for the work you did on finding XXXX - she's settling in well and I am sure will be an asset for Carlton . Please keep in touch and I look forward to working with you both again.”

 Paul Archer – Sales Director – Carlton Communications

 “From the moment of contact I found Nelson King, and in particular Charles, professional, patient, and helpful in what is a very important decision to make. There was total confidentiality, and a friendly voice to talk through the options. Charles handled the process from start to finish, advising on any potential pitfalls. I would recommend the service Nelson King provided.”

 Steven Hermiston – Accounts Director – Unilever Ice Cream and Frozen Foods 

 “Throughout it all you consistently demonstrated a level of professionalism, dedication and enthusiasm to deliver the results we needed even when the going got a bit tough, not to mention throwing in a touch of wry humour when it was needed! All in all, quite a rare combination for people working in your profession, in my opinion, so long may it continue!   It was indeed a pleasure to work with you on this campaign and I will not hesitate to use your service again in the future, should the need arise.   Naturally, I do not hesitate to recommend your excellent organisation to anyone else looking for sales & marketing professionals. Best wishes for the future.”

 Nick Tree - Sales Director - Aramark Refreshment Services

"For five years Nelson King has been boringly reliable at finding top 40th calibre middle and senior managers for the Unilever business.  I guess that's why we use you all the time."

Pippa Reid - HR Controller - Unilever UK Foods 

  “I have found Nelson King to be determined in producing high quality candidates with an excellent skill & experience match to our briefs. They act with speed & diligence, delivering great results.”

Mitch Levene – Sales and Marketing Director – Philips Avent

“I met Rod from Nelson King back in the late 90's and have had ongoing contact with them because of their absolute professionalism in everything they do. I will also continue to recommend Nelson King to colleagues and friends as you are guaranteed complete commitment in industry that sometimes doesn't deliver..............Nelson King do.”

Jason Morrison - Commercial Manager - Buckingham Vintners International

Candidate Testimonials

The testimonials detailed here are from people now in roles as diverse as Sales Director, National Account Manager, National Account Controller, Brands Manager, Marketing Manager, Category Manager, Regional Sales Manager, European Communications Manager, Consumer Insight Manager, European Business Manager and European Marketing Manager.

"I was telephoned by Nelson King in the late summer of 1998. Their consultant explained his client was a multi-national with a major consumer brand seeking to appoint someone from my background to their business. I had been contacted by other firms of "head-hunters" on previous occasions, and my experience of them lead me to approach such calls with a degree of scepticism. I was much reassured, however, by Nelson King's very professional approach from first contact onwards. They delivered on their promise to guarantee absolute discretion and confidentiality. At our first meeting it was clear to me that Nelson King had been well-briefed by the client and had also gleaned relevant information on my background in franchising. During our first meeting Rod Mountain was careful not to "sell" the post to me, but instead took time to determine if there was truly a good match between my experience and aspirations and his client's opportunity. It was a good match, and subsequently I was introduced to executives at Kodak, who later appointed me to my current position managing Kodak Express photographic shops.

Throughout the process, Nelson King were not only efficient and professional in all their dealings with me, they also gave me sound career advice which is paying dividends now. The last two years have been very rewarding for me professionally, and I anticipate developing my career with Kodak for many years to come."

Julian Minwalla - National Franchise Director - Kodak Express 

"Dear Martin  - Just a small note to follow up on our conversation last week. Though I may not have had a chance to express my appreciation to you and everyone at Nelson King, thank you for all of your hard work and dedication in placing me within my current role. It was a pleasure dealing with a company that treats the candidate as a person. The way you took the time to find out about me and match my skills and competencies to a position that would give me growth and satisfaction was refreshing. It was nice to be treated as a person and not just another piece of paper! Best of luck to you and everyone within Nelson King."

Brian Horwitz - Consumer Insight Controller - Unilever UK Foods 

"I guess I shouldn't be surprised that you tracked me down to the other side of the planet. I guess that's what makes you good at what you do! Not that I was trying to avoid you, you understand! Nice to hear from you, and happy to help.

Why Nelson King? Well, I never felt like I was being shoehorned into filling a vacancy. The vacancy wasn't the most important issue - I was. It was about what was right for me, and therefore was I right for the role. Joining a new company is a marriage, professionally and equally important, culturally. The counselling I received was candid and accurate. There were no surprises for me when I arrived at my new position (or for my new employer, I dare say!). I wasn't looking to make a move before Nelson King spoke to me, but as I consequently sit here in beautiful Sydney and write this, I can tell you I'm glad I did!"

Andrew Bower - Senior Business Account Manager - Allied Domecq

"Nelson King always offer impartial advice and guarantee utmost confidentiality."

Andrea Hicks - Senior National Account Manager - SCA Hygiene

"Having spoken to several recruitment consultants/head-hunters over a period of 4 months in 1999 it was extremely refreshing to work with a company like Nelson King. The professionalism and confidentiality given during our discussions was extremely helpful and very reassuring."

Jason Morrison - National Field Sales Manager - Unilever Ice Cream & Frozen Foods 

"Nelson King are head and shoulders above other recruitment consultants I have had dealings with in that they are professional, experienced and excellent communicators. They are able to help you make the right steps towards a revitalised career with their effective personal approach."

Jon Evans - Senior Business Account Manager - Dyson

"Nelson King handled my recent move from start to finish (including a courtesy telephone call after my commencement in the new job which I believed demonstrated a thoughtful caring attitude) with extreme respectfulness, professionalism and a high degree of confidentiality. They certainly handled my application `with a personal touch` and in a very knowledgeable manner. I would certainly recommend them and if ever I am looking for another career move I would be very happy to use their services again."

Alf J. Webb - Senior National Account Manager - Kodak

"Nelson King were professional and supportive throughout the recruitment process."

CG - Senior National Account Manager - Gillette

"I found Nelson King to be very professional and thorough in meeting needs for both employer and candidate. From the point of initial contact through to starting in my new job this agency was on the ball, always ready to listen and help with advice when required."

David Hoggan - Marketing Manager - Kodak

"The service Nelson King has provided has been both professional, courteous and more personal than other agencies I have used. Opportunities have been carefully selected to match requirements. I can certainly recommend them."

GB - Senior National Account Manager - major blue chip food plc.

"I found Nelson King to be the best of all of the recruitment consultants I have used. They challenged my assumptions about my career plans, providing excellent guidance and support. Nelson King do not employ the scatter gun approach used by many agencies, throw you out to as many interviews as possible until you get lucky. Instead they make a real effort to match your career aspirations, experience, skills and competencies with those of their clients to find a match that works. They are highly professional and go to great lengths to maintain confidentiality. I am very happy in my new role and don't intend to back to Nelson King for a while yet, but I already have happily recommended them to friends and indeed have used them to recruit a new member for my team."

Helenor Rogers - Senior Brand Manager - Unilever UK Foods 

"Just a quick note to say thank-you to the team at Nelson King for the support that you have given me during the recruitment process last spring. In particular the understanding that you demonstrated to my predicament of requiring evening interviews and the need to arrange specific times for
phone conversations when at work."

Iain Cunningham - Customer Service Director - Novartis UK