In the time that I have worked with Colin I have found both the service and candidates his business has found for Npower to be of the highest quality.
Colin has achieved great results in helping to form a unique sales delivery team within the Energy Services business of Npower.
Colin has remained professional, diligent and insightful throughout the recruitment period and offered excellent council in bringing new team members into the business, I have absolutely no reservations in recommending Colin for this type of crucial work.
Sales Manager Business & Public Sector
One of the largest UK Energy Businesses
I have had a big recruitment drive of my sales force, an increase of 100% was required.
Colin has delivered not only the numbers but the quality and with the highest ratio of offers made to appointments that I ever experienced.
The professionalism, enthusiasm, commitment, drive and creativity from Colin has made him an invaluable partner within my sales operation.
Colin goes beyond the normal boundaries and through his extensive network delivers additional proposals and external contacts that will help the business grow.
Colin is not just an expert recruiter, he is a forward thinking individual who thinks outside the box and has a clear strategy on how he will deliver results and help business grow with the right people. If you want the "Best in Class" people then look no further than Colin.
National Sales Manager
One of the largest UK Energy Businesses
Colin / Curtis,
I just wanted to drop you a line to say how pleased I am personally with the recent progress on our recruitment drive.
Having completed 6 interviews face to face in the last 7 days and one additional telephone interview, we have 3 strong candidates booked on forthcoming courses with only a face to face meeting to complete with the fourth.
I have to say that the time spent with Colin Tovey in our meeting, was a superb investment and has provided outstanding results in terms of the quality and suitability of the candidates.
Both Candidate 1 and Candidate 2 are sales professionals with several years of successful experience in the field of heating, as is Candidate 3, whilst the shear energy, drive and enthusiasm of Candidate 4, combined with his sales experience, more than make up for any lack of technical knowledge.
Thanks also to Curtis Clarke - Recruitment Manager for his hard work and support - I'll try not to disturb your Sunday's again.
Looking forward to 2 full days interviewing next week
Regional Team Leader
One of the largest UK Energy Businesses
I found Colin Tovey from ACT an absolute pleasure to work with, finding the right candidate for our organisation at the right time with little to no fuss, Colin has excelled where others have fallen flat in recent times. I would strongly recommend Colin and his team to any other organisation who are looking for that right person for their organisation
Chris Simmonds – Contracts Director
Tudor Construction – www.tudorconstruction.co.uk
Colin has a massive amount of knowledge when it comes to the world of recruitment! I knew after our first meeting that he would do me a good job. Looking for a new recruit was a very scary prospect for me, I found the whole thing very daunting but Colin has been so unbelievably helpful throughout the whole process. He's a great person to know and in fact has turned into a good friend! Its great meeting someone with just as much ambition & drive as myself! THANKYOU for everything! It goes without saying that I'd recommend you every day of the week! I wish you lots of success, see you at the top! Best wishes Maria @ Aviva Designs
Maria Magro, Managing Director - Aviva Designs – www.avivadesigns.co.uk
Colin is one of the most professional people you could hope to deal with. He is very knowledgeable about what he does and I found him to be honest, trust worthy and generally just a nice guy! I would highly recommend anyone needing Colin’s services to give him a try and I am sure you will not be disappointed
Sarah Shead – Director – Anchor Promotions - http://www.anchorpromotions.co.uk/
Colin is one of very few recruitment professionals I have met who believe in delivering quality results with speed. I found him dedicated, honest and an enthusiastic recruitment professional, who not only delivered what we expected but over delivered in many cases. In an industry where most recruiters are only interested in fee's, I can honestly say Colin is interested in his client more
Managing Director, Blue Ethos - SEO & Social Media - www.blueethos.co.uk
Colin is a very detailed, knowledgeable and professional individual in the field of recruiting. He delivered on time with the right pool of candidate.. His capacity to work under pressure and his access 24/7 made my experience pleasant and unique. I will use again Colin for future needs. On a personal level Colin has strong ethical values and he is very personable. Well done again Colin
Transnational Key Account Director, 3M - www.mmm.com
Colin is a cut above most of the other recruiters and head hunters. He takes a real and personal interest in his clients, and his candidates. He is very knowledgeable, and well known in the industry. I have always found him to be focused, hardworking and honest! He has the ability to offer solutions that you may not have considered, above all he listens!
HR Director, Facilities Management & Building Services
"Colin supported our business setup offering guidance and clear strategic planning, enabling the business to develop much quicker than hoped. His expertise and knowledge of the recruitment business is second to none. Thanks Colin for getting us on track."
Managing Director, LTS – London Teaching Supply
ACT's wide recruitment expertise makes them an ideal business to use when it comes to finding the very best interim management and contract candidates in telecommunications and other areas.
Managing Director, Adcall
There isn't much about recruitment that Colin doesn't know. He is also one of the most professional people that I have had the pleasure to work with. He provides detail, is to the point and, above all, honest. I have no hesitation in recommending Colin
Owner , Zero-One Design Limited
A pragmatic recruiter who spends time developing strong relationships with both candidates and clients alike. His knowledge of the technical industry is second to none and his experience delivering executive search assignments speaks for itself. It has been my pleasure working closely with Colin and I would do so again gladly. High integrity, recommended without hesitation.
Managing Director, Telecoms Operator
Colin is an industry recruitment specialist with knowledge second to none. I have known Colin for some time now and find him to be highly professional and extremely competent. He is reliable and has impeccable integrity. He knows the industry extremely well, with a particular eye on who is currently recruiting. I would recommend him without the slightest reservation as to his ability to deliver what he commits to.
Sales Director, Security Industry
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
“Colin is an extremely focused and determined recruiter who understands the dynamics of the technology sectors very well indeed. He is able to build sustained long-term relationships at senior levels and leverage these to the benefits of his clients. I wish him continued success in his career.”
Sales Director, ICT industry – C&W
“Colin is a first rate recruiter who provided me with an excellent service.” October 8, 2008
NGN Network Design Director, Convergence - Thus
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
“Colin brings a fresh, personable and professional approach to recruitment. In today’s world of impersonal emailed CV's & job specifications, Colin cuts through the use of technology to make recruiting a people focused business once again. He is extremely knowledgeable, very well connected and genuinely interested in matching the right candidate to the right role. In the mass of recruitment agencies Colin stands out as unique head hunter, I recommend him highly” September 26, 2008
Operations Director, ICT Convergence - Affiniti
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
“A highly professional recruitment consultancy with a vast industry knowledge coupled with the contacts to leverage that base. ACT delivered seamlessly with a close eye on quality that lead to successful business dealings.
Sales Director, Facilities Management
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
“Colin helped me recruit for a very specialized position in a difficult area, and what impressed me the most was the enthusiasm and integrity in which he helped find the right candidate. I highly recommend him.” June 4, 2008
GIS Technical Director, Yell Mobile
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
“During my dealings with Colin, I have found him to be professional, knowledgeable, reliable and a pleasure to do business with. I would highly recommend him to friends and colleagues alike.” November 8, 2007
Sales Director - Outsourcing, Europe, Alcatel-Lucent
“I very briefly dealt with Colin but from my brief encounter I can confirm he is a very polite and professional person who I hope to keep in touch and deal with in the future! Thanks Colin.” June 21, 2007
Sales Director, ITEC Systems
“Colin is an experienced search consultant within the IT and Telecoms sectors throughout the UK and Europe. He excels at client and candidate management and is extremely knowledgeable across all operational and commercial functions.”
Director - Copernicus Global Partners
“Colin has shown that he is a true recruiting professional with a great understanding of his industry. He is candid, sincere, energetic, honest, speaks with integrity, and impressed me with his positive work ethic and true desire to help others. Colin clearly takes pride and pleasure in helping his clients find great people and his candidates find great jobs.”
Project Co-ordinator and P.A. to Managing Director
“Its a rare quality in the recruitment industry to find a recruitment consultant with both a natural ability to get into the minds and culture of an employer and the talent to unearth quality, reference checkable, candidates who are motivated to explore their next career opportunity. Colin has these skills together with an infectious enthusiasm to deliver a quality service time after time.”
Executive Vice President Europe
