Would you recommend a retail recruitment agency? Here's some colourful quotes from our clients and candidates...

However you heard about McCarthy, we’d like you to hear more.

So what better way to discover who we are and what we do than to read the comments and observations of our clients and candidates?

They have been right where you are now - and the frank, honest insight into their experience will hopefully help you understand the difference McCarthy Recruitment could make to your situation.

The success and reputation of McCarthy is built upon our ability to deliver. And word travels fast. That’s why much of our growth has come directly from client recommendations. But then, we will only take on an assignment we know we can deliver on – and you can trust McCarthy has what it takes to rise to the challenge. However big, however important – and however tight for time.

So if the proof really is in the pudding, this one’s full of retail jobs, retail careers, retail recruitment and everything to do with retail in general - and it’s a real treat.

From the first point of contact with McCarthy, I knew I was dealing with an agency that was going to do it differently. Not only did they want to make sure that I was interested in, and understood the role on offer, they wanted to ensure that I was right for it, both in terms of capability and cultural fit. Once I entered the interview process, they ensured that I was well prepared, sending me some of the best company briefings I have ever seen. As I advanced through the stages of interview, I was supported and encouraged, but left to feel like I was in control. At the offer stage, they were as delighted as I was, and it’s the little touches like Kate McCarthy calling you with Congratulations, that really do make all the difference. I now look forward to being a client with McCarthy, and can recommend them highly to any candidate

Darren
Area Manager, Argos

I contacted McCarthy by chance when I was looking for a new position, along with a number of other, larger, agencies. With McCarthy I found a consultancy that were not just interested in paying me lip service or filling a quota of placements, but one that gave me great information and support. At every stage of the process I was given sound advice and guidance, which allowed me to flourish rather than flounder. I felt I established a great, personal relationship with them and I was ultimately thoroughly well prepared for my new career.

I would sum up McCarthy for me, as not just great professional allies and extremely supportive – but I would now use the word friends as well. As corny as it sounds, I’ve met many people in my career who I would want to keep in contact with, but McCarthy are amongst the few that I would prefer to take for a drink.

Emma
General Manager, B&Q

I couldn’t have asked for a more positive experience at McCarthy; I felt supported at every step of the process I went through from the very first phonecall. The thing that really stood out for me was their thorough understanding of their clients brand & culture – which gave them the ability to answer every question I had, no matter how big or small, and give me helpful, accurate information at every step of the way. I felt under no pressure from my consultant to do anything other than what I wished to, and it added an extra personal touch that in addition to my own consultant, I was contacted by senior consultants who gave me a further insight into the brand. After the offer had been made to me, I was pleasantly surprised that the contact continued and I still feel valued by McCarthy. Their attention to detail was excellent and made for a great experience.

Peter
Store Manager, Homebase

High praise to Kate McCarthy and her team at McCarthy Recruitment. They were professional and exceptionally helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. They are always on hand when you need them and offer great advice, they are friendly and offer a superior service – keep up the good work.

Tim Kirk
Visual Merchandiser

I found McCarthy Recruitment’s approach to recruitment genuine and proactive. They are an extremely professional and efficient consultancy who was completely focused on my needs, offering me support, guidance and advice whenever I needed it. From the initial approach my consultant was outstanding and kept me well informed at all times. Their knowledge of their clients is exceptional, their understanding of the culture, business and expectations really assisted my decision making process. As a result I know have a fantastic new job that will further my HR career and give me greater job satisfaction.

Andrea Black
HR Manager

In my career within the retail sector I have experienced two major moves and both have been through recruitment consultants. The first limited me, my development and progression. For my second move I worked alongside Kate and the team from McCarthy, they spent time understanding my career aspirations and got a very good understanding of what I was looking for. They went beyond what I had expected and had previously experienced. We worked together from the formation of my CV through to them advising me on interview techniques. Commitment and time was never a barrier even to conversations long into weekend evenings. I shall be eternally grateful and I wish them all the success that they deserve.

Andrew Porter
Retail Store Manager