Testimonials

t the Pro-Recruitment Group, our aim is to make a difference, to businesses and to careers. To make a difference isn’t easy but we work as hard as we can to do this.

When we are successful, there is nothing better than being appreciated for having done a really good job and we would like to thank the clients and candidates who have been kind enough to give us these testimonials.

Client Testimonials

“I was really happy with the service I received from both Jim and Alison at Pro-Tax. I initially met Jim who interviewed me and it was Alison who provided me with the opportunity to meet Ernst & Young.  Alison gave me useful information before each meeting and provided informative feedback at every stage. I had 4 meetings with Ernst & Young so the momentum and communication was key in keeping things moving along. Alison was available to speak out of business hours which was key for me as I was very busy at work. In fact, I remember speaking to her at 9pm after getting off a long flight when she delivered the job offer to me.  Overall the process was smooth and I would highly recommend Pro-Tax to any colleagues or friends of mine looking for a new role.”

"Akbar Shaikh at Pro-Tax has recently been able to provide Princecroft Willis with an entirely appropriate candidate to work in our business when other agencies have struggled in a difficult market. He has at all times kept us informed on progress with the recruitment process and has endeavoured to negotiate the best terms for our firm. I would definitely use Pro-Tax Recruitment agency again."

"Pro-Tax is a key supplier to Ernst & Young’s tax practice and given their industry knowledge and understanding of our business we find that they easily identify our key requirements when we look to recruit"

"I've worked with Pro-Tax since their inception and have known most of their consultants even longer from previous organisations. Always keen to take an interest in our business and how it works, they have consistently been pro-active in targeting candidates who have the potential to make a real difference to our firm."

"I would recommend Pro-Tax to any candidate looking for a new job because they listen to your needs and discuss relevant roles. The consultants are well networked I received a very professional and efficient service from them at all times"

"I can always rely on Pro-Tax to provide thoroughly briefed and high-calibre candidates. I have always found Pro-Tax to be helpful, informative and personable when assisting us with our recruitment needs."

"When I have used Pro-Tax, they have taken the time to understand the brief fully and have provided a selection of good candidates."

"The tax team at UHY Hacker Young has a strong market reputation and so when we were looking to make a very senior appointment to the team, it was important that we worked with an experienced and astute recruitment firm who knew that market well. The bar was set very high and Pro-Tax produced some excellent candidates and gave an intelligent, responsive service that resulted in an appointment that the partners are extremely pleased with"

"I contacted Pro-Tax to assist us in finding a VAT temp for a specific project, and Pro-Tax were quick to respond and supplied half of the candidates we interviewed.They clearly understood our brief, and were able to produce candidates who could fill the role within a tight timeframe. The candidate they placed has done an excellent job and we found ourselves extending the initial contract. I would definitely use Pro-Tax again."

"Pro-Tax has assisted us on our last 2 tax vacancies and the quality of service that I received was excellent. Pro-Tax took the time to listen and understand my specific requirements and then promptly sent relevant CVs with a detailed summary explaining why the candidates might be suitable for the role. They clearly understand the specialist nature of tax. I would definitely recommend Pro-Tax to anyone else who is recruiting."

"Thanks again for all your help with the recruitment of the Trust Manager position for the Private Client Services team. As you know, this is a very important appointment for us; a senior manager in a small, specialist team and we are convinced that you have managed to find the ideal candidate for us. Once again, you and your colleagues have given us a knowledgeable and forthcoming service and we increasingly see Pro-Tax as a key part of recruitment strategy for Tax vacancies."

"We have been very pleased with the candidates introduced by Pro-Tax and the support they have provided in the recruitment process. Nice people to do business with." 

 "I've recently worked with Ben and Frances on roles within our tax and audit functions and was very impressed with the level of service I received. It was clear from the outset that both consultants had the technical knowledge of the practice market to understand the roles we were recruiting. Both consultants listened to the brief that they were given, took time to come in to the offices to see the organisation and culture and then introduced candidates that were right for us as an organisation and not just CVs that looked vaguely similar to a job specification. They managed the recruitment processes excellently, from the inception of the process to each candidates start date they dealt with the issues that arise during a process without fuss and were very proactive to make sure that nothing went wrong at the last minute. As an employer, if you are looking for consultants that understand your market, listen and take time to understand our roles and organisation and deliver quality candidates, then I would recommed contacting Ben and Frances."

Candidate Testimonials

"I worked with Alison this year when she matched me with a role in a boutique firm. I found Alison to be extremely attentive, and actually took the time to find a role that really did tick all the boxes. Compared to other recruiters I have had limited dealings with in the past, Alison knew the ins and outs of the company structure and the role itself, and so I know exactly what I was looking at at the interview. Should the need arise I would happily approach Alison again, and would recommend anyone else looking for a role to contact her." - Andrew Rainford

"Pro-Tax have helped me to secure my ideal role with one of the best professional services firms in the world. I have first hand experience to vouch for the professionalism, experience and network of connections which Pro-Tax have. I believe Pro-Tax are able to build lasting relationships that bring candidates back to them, time and time again. In addition, I strongly believe that Pro-Tax are an iconic recruitment consultancy firm, where ever the word 'Tax' is mentioned. Therefore I would recommend Pro-Tax to anyone."

"I must say what a great help Akbar was to me when I was preparing for the interviews, etc. I had been in my previous job for 27 years and the tips and comments he gave me on the pre interview call was a godsend. I am sure that call in itself made all the difference at the interview. Akbar was very supportive and gave me a much needed boot in confidence which was also vital in the interviews. I was very pelased with the oucome and I'm sure a lot of the credit goes back to Akbar and the guidance and confidence he gave me. Excellent guy, would recommend him undoubtedly."

"I have dealt with Raj Jagatia at Pro tax over a relatively short time frame of 12 weeks during the course of this year. In that time, he has demonstrated excellent commitment and shown tenacity in his approach in sourcing the right candidate for the right role. His approach has been pro-active, insightful  and has kept me fully briefed though out the process that culminated in a mutually beneficial outcome. I would recommend Raj to anyone seeking a tax candidate."

"My experience with Pro-Tax was excellent. They were quick to react to my calls, listened to what I wanted and I always felt fully briefed about the roles and firms I went to see. Feedback was prompt and at every stage I felt in control"

"Given the choice of recruitment agents available to me when I decided to move jobs it was Pro-Tax that stood out from the rest as they understood my experience and what I was looking for and actually provided me with relevant interviews. The Consultants at Pro-Tax know the tax market and their clients very well and this made the difference."

"I’m sure I am not alone when I say are too many unethical recruitment agencies in the market or those that seem to employ fresh graduates that simply do not know the tax market and simply just want to send your CV out indiscriminately. Pro-Tax know what they are talking about and the Consultants were experienced, knowledgeable and were on my level from the word go."

"I would just like to say how impressed I was with Akbar. He kept me informed every step of the way and made time to call me before both of my interviews to ensure I was fully prepared. When I was offered the role, the salary offered was slightly lower than anticipated so Akbar negotiated a higher salary on my behalf which I very much appreciate. He is very professional and helpful and I always felt I could contact him if I ever had any questions".