Celebrating National Careers Week - Eleanor Kirk,

Meet our Transactional Temps and Interim Specialists

Why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? Sharp Consultancy is Yorkshire’s largest, most experienced and best-connected independent company committed exclusively to financial recruitment. We’re the true specialists. Unlike so many other firms, financial recruitment is all we do - so we’re probably the most focused and knowledgeable company in the region. And in Yorkshire, no other specialist Temporary and Interim Finance Recruitment team enjoy as many years of combined finance sector experience. Therefore, both our Transactional Temps and Interim Specialists divisions are the most knowledgeable in the region. Karen PitchforthKaren Pitchforth has over two decades of recruitment experience, dedicating more than half of that to Sharp Consultancy and is pivotal to our Interim Specialist division. Dedicated to South Yorkshire businesses, Karen has a vast network of part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience interim finance specialists in the region.Karen's Company ProfileKaren's LinkedIn ProfileColin MolyneuxColin Molyneux’s career spans almost 25 years and now in his second stint with Sharp Consultancy has been a key component in our Interim Specialist division. His expert focus on sourcing and placing Qualified Interim professionals across West Yorkshire and has a concrete commitment: whether it’s days or hours, he’ll meet your deadlines. Colin's Company ProfileColin's LinkedIn ProfileStuart DouglassStuart Douglass has been an integral part of our Interim Specialist division since 2016, building on a career spanning over 25 years. He focuses exclusively on senior interim roles within West and North Yorkshire and covers Part Qualified, Qualified by Experience and Qualified requirements. His deep understanding of the finance market means he is a trusted advisor to many clients. Stuart's Company ProfileStuart's LinkedIn ProfileDeanna CrosbyDeanna Crosby has established herself as a leading Transactional Temps expert in South Yorkshire. She focuses predominantly on the Barnsley, Doncaster, and Rotherham areas supplying variety of Transactional Temps including, Finance/Accounts Assistants, Credit Controllers, Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerks and Payroll. Dee provides a rapid response to meet her clients’ needs. Deanna's Company Profile Deanna's LinkedIn ProfileLiam O'FlahertyLiam O'Flaherty has over 20 years of finance recruitment experience. Now in his fifth year with us, Liam specialises in Transactional Temp recruitment throughout West Yorkshire. His deep understanding of the local market, combined with his consultative approach, ensures that both clients and candidates receive unparalleled service and support. Liam's Company ProfileLiam's LinkedIn ProfileTom TurnerTom Turner is now in his sixth year in recruitment, and entering his 3rd year with Sharp Consultancy, where he has quickly established himself as the go-to transactional temp specialist in the Sheffield market. Covering all aspects of transactional finance, Tom is the person to find the right fit when it comes to temp Finance Assistants, Accounts Payable Clerks, Accounts Receivable staff and payrollers. With shrewd judgement, he makes precise recommendations.Tom's Company Profile Tom's LinkedIn ProfileSo, with circa 100 years of combined Transactional Temps and Interim Specialist recruitment experience, and more than a third of that within Sharp Consultancy itself, the real question is not why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? But more why would you choose to go anywhere else? Our aim is to earn your trust by providing a superior experience. To discuss how Sharp Consultancy assist you and your business speak to one of these leading experts in their field on 0113 236 6300 or 0114 261 1700.

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This week mark’s National Careers Week (NCW), an annual event that aims to provide young people in various educational and organisational settings with career guidance and support.

To honour NCW, we are putting a spotlight on employees who started working for us in a University Graduate capacity to demonstrate how rewarding a career in recruitment can be for graduates and young people, as well as the valuable experience they can gain.

Eleanor is one of our newest hires here at Sharp Consultancy. She has been a great addition to the team and has quickly adapted to the work environment. She is already contributing to the success of the business with her skills and enthusiasm.

Continue reading to learn more about her perspective on being part of our team...

What were you doing before you worked for Sharp Consultancy?

I started at Sharp almost straight after university. I did a BA in History at the University of Leeds, which I completed in June 2023. I spent a few weeks working in a school before travelling a little bit over the summer and started at Sharp in October.

How did you first connect with Sharp Consultancy?

I was first put in touch by a Rec2Rec (recruiting candidates to work in recruitment). I’d been looking at various roles in recruitment via LinkedIn mainly, and they contacted me from there.

What sparked your interest in pursuing a career at Sharp Consultancy?

I was interested in working in recruitment prior to hearing about Sharp, but once I’d met with Andy and Jamie, and gotten a greater understanding of what Sharp are all about and the way that they work I quite quickly realised that this was somewhere I could see myself working and enjoying what I do.

What do you enjoy most about working in recruitment?

I’d have to say that it’s the different people I get to speak to and try and help every day. I really enjoy talking to people about their experiences, both professionally and personally and like building those relationships with candidates.

What is the most valuable thing working here has taught you?

I feel like I’ve learned so much in the relatively short time I’ve been here but the most valuable thing is probably the importance of perseverance. It’s so important that you can work through and push past setbacks or problems, no matter how big or small as the next big win is always round the corner if you keep going.

What is one piece of advice would you pass on to any person trying to start a career in recruitment?

I’d have to say that confidence is key. It helps in so many different ways – with building relationships, thinking on your feet and working through testing situations to find the solution.

Are you interested in working as a recruiter? We would love to hear from you and discuss the opportunities to become part of our team.

Sharp Consultancy specialises in the recruitment of temporary, interim and permanent finance professionals. With offices in Leeds and Sheffield our highly experienced team of consultants recruit for positions throughout Yorkshire and beyond. CONTACT US today and see how we can help.