Access to the most relevant opportunities in your market, with utmost confidentiality, saving you time and energy, across South Africa’s leading Financial Services organisations.
Market Knowledge-
Whilst we would never suggest that we know more than a candidate’s specific market experience, we do have a holistic view of the market, and the knowledge of where opportunities exist. Candidates are focussed on their current roles, time is precious, and researching which clients are entering the market, growing, acquiring etc is not a priority. It is a priority for us- it is essential that we are fully aware of what is happening in the Financial Services arena in South Africa and beyond. We would not be a successful agency if we were not. We are able to present these opportunities to our candidates.
Confidentiality-
Sending a CV direct to a client could end up in the wrong hands. We completely understand that confidentiality, when considering new opportunities, is of the highest priority. The South African market is small, especially for front office candidates. We ensure that details are only sent with our candidate’s prior approval and knowing hiring manager details. CV’s will only be sent to relevant line managers, not left sitting on the wrong desk.
Advice-
There are a number of areas we can advise candidates on to ensure that any potential move is the right one. We engage with our clients to understand their business strategy, goals and where they want to take their business or area. We also have background- through past experience of where potential opportunities could lead in the future. We advise on salary and total package candidates should expect. We will also construct CV’s and a cover letters to enhance candidate’s experience. Given our close relationships with our clients we are able to discuss a candidate’s background and personality to secure interviews.
Time saving-
Applying online or direct is time consuming- our candidates are busy. We act as our candidates eyes and ears, sounding out only the most relevant and suitable opportunities. We arrange all interviews, and requirements needed for an interview or assessment. Candidates may be considering a few options at once, and this is all taken care of by us.
Access-
With an excellent client reach to top tier domestic clients, Internationals and boutique Financial Services firms, we are able to give our candidates access to the best most suitable opportunities in the Financial Services market. These opportunities may not be presented to candidates that are not registered with us. We will only consider vacancies our candidates are interested in pursuing. Please contact us for a list of the clients we currently deal with.
To register with us, please upload your CV or email direct to brettd@duncanassociates.co.za
For a confidential conversation call- 011 666 4542.
Please note- as a Financial Services specialist, we are only able to consider candidates with experience in this area.
Written by- Brett Duncan, May 2011