Pinpoint Search.
Recruitment Perfected.
We source best-in-class talent for all levels, which is why we don’t class ourselves as traditional “executive” search. Whatever the position; you bring us the problem, we bring you the solution.
Hiring talent
Search
Search
We Listen
We Listen
We Listen
When you talk, we listen to comprehensively understand exactly what you need. We are committed to delivering honest, unbiased, and valuable advice, ensuring transparency and constructive guidance in every interaction.We Understand
We Understand
We Understand
We get to know you and your business to understand every single element. We believe this is a non-negotiable as a trusted advisor and strategic recruitment partner.We Deliver
We Deliver
We Deliver
We fulfil expectations set out with commitment to the whole process, our extensive research and specialised expertise, ensuring reliability and integrity by consistently delivering on our promises, exactly when we say we will.
Here’s why we’re the search
partner of choice.
100%
There’s only one statistic we need to share. Our proven track record in aligning our clients with leading financial talent of all levels, making us the go-to choice for transformative search solutions.
Our Story.
Originally established as William Rose Associates, our firm was born from a vision to offer a distinctively different recruitment service to the Financial Services sector, that was different to those that existed already. Since its inception in 2015, our Founder, Josh Angus, consistently identified a recurring need among business leaders.
The absence of a search firm dedicated exclusively to operational appointments within the industry. Since, we have expanded to include a search arm of the business, seamlessly integrating with William Rose Associates, and upholding the core values and principles that are weaved throughout the foundations of the business. We listen. We understand. We deliver.
What to expect.
If you’re looking for a transparent search experience throughout the entire process, then you’re in the right place. Our commitment to you extends beyond our passion for connecting you with exemplary leadership talent, by being dedicated to your search every step of the way.
Stage I
Briefing
All stakeholders attend a full briefing session to fully define the competencies, responsibilities, objectives, and required industry experience for each position. We will agree on the timelines, scope, scale, and parameters of the search including target companies, individuals, and importantly Employee Value Proposition, to take a clear and exciting message to this talent pool.
Stage II
Research & Mapping
We will then commence our research, mapping all the target companies who operate in the market, and then we will systematically identify every candidate who looks to have the capability and experience for this position. We would also discuss any candidates already approached or in process, alongside any businesses or candidates who are not to be approached.
Stage III
Candidate Approaches
Approaching each candidate intelligently and discreetly, using a blend of communication methods, we will then engage directly with each individual gaining as much interest in the opportunity as possible. All candidates with the desired skills and experience who are interested in the position will be deemed suitable for the longlist.
Stage IV
Shortlisting
We can complete the full search and then we can jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates to you if we deem them suitable for interview.
Stage V
Steering Meetings
The whole process is completely transparent, and we are happy to schedule steering meetings to keep you fully in the loop. During each update, we can share all the results of the search so far with you. We can discuss every candidate identified, approached, assessed, and the outcomes, as the project progresses.
Stage VI
Interviewing
Full support to arrange interviews with each candidate, taking feedback at regular intervals, and ensuring each party is fully informed at every stage.
Stage VII
Offer management
Once a suitable package has been agreed upon, we will present the offer to the successful candidate and support through any negotiation, to ensure all parties are happy with the final arrangements and stay in regular contact with both you and the candidate until he/she starts.
Here’s why our clients love us.
Christopher Smith
Seasoned COO | Strategic Operations Leader | Data Governance Expert | Driving Excellence
I’ve worked with Josh for a number of years. He has recruited talent for me for different companies. The success rate of candidates has been high. Josh and team will take time to understand the brief. Get to know the culture of the company and then hand pick individuals. Really recommend Josh and his team. If you are looking for an agent that is focused on the long term results then William Rose Associates can help.
Martyn Bailey
ZILO Technology Limited
Josh has been a great help over the years. Always keen to understand the role, not just with experience needed but also the right fit in terms of team dynamics. A go to recruiter that works proactively with you and the candidates, making the recruitment process more efficient and painless on both sides.
Paul Scanlan
Retired
Josh has been an unbelievable help to me over the years in making sure I get the right people for the right roles. An expert in his field and someone you can trust and rely on to actively manage your recruitment needs.
Matt Bond
Arbrook Investors Investment Managers
I met Josh at Robert Half and he introduced me to Argonaut where I am now the COO. I was so impressed with the way Josh worked I will only use him if I need to source staff. He has become a good contact and is an honest character. I look forward to dealing with him in the future.
Adam Taylor
Data Governance | Data Quality | Data Strategy | Process & Control Optimisation
I would highly recommend you try Josh and his team out just once, you will not regret it.
Josh is one of those people that not only knows the industry he is recruiting for but also takes the time to get to know his clients, I have never received an unsuitable candidate from Josh and I fully trust his judgement when providing him with a spec. Josh has built a team at William Rose that follow the principles that Josh is passionate and cares about. Josh has always taken the time to listen to what I needed and reach out if anything was unclear, this has helped build the trust I have in Josh and his talent over the years.
Rahul DSilva
Director
Working with a recruitment consultant like Josh has been a refreshing experience. He strives to understand what a candidate is looking for and proactively works to help find the ideal role. I would not hesitate in recommending Josh and look forward to collaborating with him in the future.
Russell Vickers
Head of Risk, Perfomance & Reporting
Josh has recruited successfully for my teams for over four years. No matter how demanding the requirement, how niche the type of individual specified, he finds THE candidate. Skills, experience, fit - out. Without fail. With utmost professionalism, efficiency and reliability. He makes all other recruiters redundant.
Founder-led searches to futureproof your
business.
Managing Director
Hi, I`m Josh
Josh had a short stint at a small family recruitment business before launching William Rose Associates in 2015. Since changing industries, Josh has placed over 1,000 business professionals within the Financial Services market.
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