‘Neil handled all aspects of the employment process in a truly professional manner. From his initial contact with me through LinkedIn to the courteous follow up once I was in post, I have been impressed by Neil’s approach throughout. Excellent work – thank you, Neil.’

Emma Pathare, GCC Field Editor, National Geographic Learning ELT

‘Neil’s professional guidance was instrumental to me during the recruitment process for my current role. I felt very well supported and informed throughout. When we discussed different opportunities, Neil made a realistic assessment of my skillset and background and was able to identify the role that was the best fit for me. The pre-interview support I received helped put me in the right frame of mind to succeed. I’m extremely grateful to Neil for making this a smooth process and for supporting me each step of the way, and would not hesitate to recommend the services of Telfer Partners.’

Laura E Simmons, Managing Editor, Community Journals (Genetics) at Public Library of Science

‘Recently, I had the absolute pleasure of working with Rachel for a recent role we were able to secure. Her extensive knowledge about the company and industry paved a foundation where all questions and requests were heard, followed through and championed. Rachel walked me through the entire process step by step with very clear communication the entire way and I felt so prepared and ready for all the stages of recruitment. Rachel not only knows how to best prepare you as a candidate but has a talent to pick out attitude and corporate culture fit, I am delighted with my new role and feel that for the first time in a long time I work in a place where I fit in. I would highly recommend Rachel – she is an absolute pleasure to work with.’

Pablo Pinel, European Senior Academic Sales Consultant, Sage Publishing

‘Neil was fantastic during the process of acquiring my new role at O’Reilly. He was always on hand to offer advice as the process continued and given the speed of turnaround with non-UK business hours interviews made a tough schedule a very smooth process.’

James Hopkins, Manager-Customer Success, O’Reilly Media

‘My experience with Emma has been exceptional from her initial contact to getting the job. Emma approached me on LinkedIn with a role that perfectly aligned with what I was looking for. She has a professional, polite and positive manner. She is genuine and went above and beyond to ensure I was prepared and had all relevant information for the interview stage. She followed up after the interview and once I received the job offer which shows her dedication to helping candidates. I highly recommend Emma and Telfer Partners.’

Zenib Din, Student Success Advisor, Pearson

‘I wanted to say what a wonderful experience I had with Emma. I often receive messages on LinkedIn from recruiters and they’re not at all related to me or my experience so I was instantly pleasantly surprised when Emma’s message came through and she’d actually looked through my profile and the job was relevant to my experience.

Emma’s communication throughout the process was superb and she really helped me feel like I knew what the job that I was interviewing for entailed. I think this was partly why I was successful.

All in all, it was the least stressful experience I’ve ever had applying for a job and I’d highly recommend Emma to anyone’.

Charlotte Carney-Hughes, Academic Consultant – STEM & Law at Pearson

‘As a candidate, my recent application was handled in an exemplary manner by Telfer Partners consultant Emma Graham. From the summary of the position, advice around the tailoring of the covering letter, guidance for the interview and feedback afterwards, my expectations were professionally managed throughout. And having received an offer, Emma speedily assisted with delivering the reassurances that I required regarding the contract.’

Richard Steeden, Key Account Manager, IWA Publishing.

‘I had the pleasure of working with Emma throughout my application journey, the experience was professional, productive and really enjoyable. I was kept right up to date with information and details as soon as they became available- through email and over the phone. Emma really listened to me and took on board any questions or queries I had and worked hard to resolve them. She provided me with support from initial contact, right through to contract signing! I would recommend Emma to anybody looking for a recruiting partner as my experience was extremely positive!’

Geraldine Murphy, Lead Learning Designer, Pearson

‘I worked with Neil to recruit for a new, specialised role. After one quick phone call, he had a clear idea of the kind of candidate we were looking for and soon he was sending through some interesting CVs. I met with a variety of different recruitment agents to get the role filled but he was the one who came through with the results with the minimum amount of fuss and sales patter. When we were able to open up a second position Neil was quick to help and both positions are now filled thanks to his help. I’d work with him again and he comes highly recommended.’

Helen Baillie, Lead Strategist – Marketing Automation, Wiley

‘I have no hesitation in recommending Neil and Telfer Partners. I experienced an exceptional level of service from Neil – probably the best to date. He is very efficient, personable, supportive and thorough. I was kept up to date at all points and any queries were handled swiftly. I look forward to working with Neil again in the future for any recruitment requirements at my new company.’

Sally Edwards, Head of Operations, GOBI/EBSCO

‘Neil was the consummate recruitment advisor and I would recommend him to all who are looking for a new role in medical publishing. From the first inquiry to final congratulations, Neil was supportive, efficient, and friendly. His knowledge in the area of medical publishing was clear and it was refreshing to deal with a recruitment expert who understood my role and could advise on important elements for my application.’

Zena Nyakoojo, Senior Managing Editor, F1000

‘I was introduced to Telfer Partners by a trusted associate, and they have quickly become our recruiter of choice. In less than one year Neil has brought us five exceptional candidates, all with unique skillsets and all of whom have complimented our organisational culture and existing team. Executive Education can be challenging to recruit for. It is neither academia nor the commercial world. Neil took time to understand our company culture and used his in-depth knowledge of the job market and industry trends to help us to navigate that landscape and identify the right candidates. His strategic insights and nuanced approach have allowed us to successfully fill critical positions within tight deadlines. He is honest, straightforward, and a pleasure to deal with.  Moreover, the feedback we get from applicants assures us that he is as commendable to those applying as he is to us as his client. I cannot recommend Neil enough.’

Helen Machin, Head of People, Judge Business School Executive Education (University of Cambridge)

‘Neil supported me throughout my recent recruitment. This was recruitment into a new sector and the first time I have used a recruitment consultant and it was a very positive experience throughout. From the outset, Neil was friendly, accessible, supportive and constructive. He was great at keeping in touch and providing useful advice at all stages of the process, which was invaluable. It is clear Neil understands the STM sector in detail and understands how to help candidates prepare for success. I am thrilled to have secured my new position and would recommend Neil and Telfer Partners to anyone thinking of joining or moving in the sector.’

Kate Tonge, Director Communications & Marketing, Royal Society of Chemistry

‘I interacted with Neil five years ago, when he reached out to me to see if I was interested in a role with the PLOS Publication Ethics team. Although I did not yet know so at the time, by reaching out that day Neil was instrumental in helping me find and land my dream job. The position was a perfect fit for my interests and skills, and I am incredibly greatful that Neil reached out to me about the role that day, as I did not know a role like mine existed at the time and I probably would not have searched for anything like it myself.

Throughout the process Neil was very helpful in providing the job description and application information, as well as introducing me to the hiring manager, guiding me through the application process, and helping schedule interviews at a time that worked well for me. He made sure I had all the information I needed for my interviews, including travel guidance and parking information, and he kept me updated on the progress of my application at all times. When I eventually started working at PLOS, Neil checked in with me to see how I was doing and whether I enjoyed the role.

I had a great experience interacting with Neil throughout the application process, and I frequently think back about how lucky I was that he matched me to the role five years ago. I recommend his services to anyone looking for a next job, or a new hire, in the publishing industry. Who knows, he might just help you find your dream job next!’

Maria Zalm, Senior Editor & Team Manager Publication Ethics, Public Library of Science (PLOS)

‘Neil took the time to understand my career to date in detail as well as my expectations from the role. Only once we had worked through these details did he suggest a role he felt would be a strong fit. Neil was very supportive throughout the application and interviews; always offering his support and feedback. He was quick to respond to any email or phone call. Thanks, Neil!’

Liat Shimron, Senior Market Research Manager and Innovation Champion, Pearson

‘Emma was incredibly supportive and helpful throughout my job application and interview process. All my questions and queries were answered in a timely manner and I felt fully prepared and have come out with a fantastic job offer as a result which I’m due to start soon. Overall a very efficient process and a great recruiter to work with!’

Michael Clarke, Student Success Advisor, Pearson

‘I am deeply grateful to Neil for playing a crucial role in helping me secure my dream job. His unwavering support, expertise, and guidance were invaluable throughout the entire process. From the start, he took the time to truly understand my career aspirations and provided personalized advice that significantly boosted my chances.

His exceptional communication skills ensured I was well-informed and prepared at every step. He promptly addressed any concerns or questions, going above and beyond to offer reassurance and support. With an extensive network and deep industry knowledge, he connected me with the perfect opportunity—an incredible tech company that aligns perfectly with my goals and values.

I cannot overstate the impact Neil had on my journey. His dedication, professionalism, and genuine care for my success were evident throughout. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking their dream job. Trust in his expertise, and he will be your invaluable guide to unlocking exciting career opportunities.’

Joe Baird, Data Integration Architect, O’Reilly Media

‘I was very lucky to be contacted by Emma Graham. Through her I’ve found my better job so far, she has been always very nice and supportive from the very beginning of the recruitment process, always available for questions also outside her working hours. Highly recommended, her and the whole team of Telfer Partners.’

Matteo Lachetti, Enterprise Development Specialist, O’Reilly Media

‘Neil and his team have supported my management team and I for more than a year to source and recruit great people to join the Content, Production and Logistics department at Pearson. It doesn’t seem to matter what the timeframe is that we are working with Neil and the team deliver. Neil supported me just before Christmas 2013 to source and successfully recruit a new Operations Manager at a time when many people were saying that I should wait until the New Year. I would recommend Neil and his expert recruitment talents unreservedly. Thanks, Neil.’

Helen Coleman, Business Transformation Lead, Pearson

‘Neil has always surprised me with the inventiveness and energy he displays in discovering talent. He has been of great service on several occasions and I think would reward anyone who used his services. He made himself an expert in our field and outclassed bigger London agencies.’

David Harrison, Global ELT Sales and Marketing Director, Cambridge University Press

‘Working with Neil was a great experience. He introduced me to roles that were not only well suited to my skills and experience, but also at the right level of seniority and reward. Throughout the recruitment process, Neil was responsive and transparent. When it came time to negotiate terms, I felt confident that he would represent my interests fairly and secure a good outcome. I highly recommend Neil’s services to individual candidates and hiring organisations alike.’

Michael Cresswell, Executive Director of Executive Education, Møller Institute (Churchill College, University of Cambridge)

‘Emma contacted me about a job and as soon as the process started, she guided me through everything I had to do clearly and concisely, and helped me every step of the way; including giving me tips and advice for the interview. I’m happy to say I got the job and a big reason for that was because of the help Emma provided me. Thank you Emma!’

Emma Smith, Student Success Information Advisor, Pearson

‘I only have nice words for Emma! She guided me throughout the interview process, providing me with all the necessary information and more. Thanks to her I have a new job. I highly recommend her, the way she works is amazing.’

Andrea Luque, Student Success Advisor, Pearson

‘I have known Neil for a few years, and have worked with him multiple times in the past to recruit for my teams. I have always been impressed with his professionalism, his efficiency, and high-quality support throughout the whole process from start to finish. More recently, I have been fortunate enough to work with Neil to secure my own next exciting position, and have found Neil’s support throughout the process invaluable. I would highly recommend Neil to anyone looking to recruit or looking for their next role. Thank you, Neil.’

Jane Wiejak, Head of Marketing, Adam Matthew Digital

‘I had a really positive experience working with Neil to fill positions when working in scholarly publishing. He presented exceptional candidates, including some that I wouldn’t have otherwise considered on resume alone (but very glad I did.) Those who we hired worked out tremendously. Neil was attentive and listened to our needs. I would highly recommend working with Neil.’

Clare Dean, Journals Marketing & Outreach Director, Public Library of Science (PLOS)

‘Neil provides a very professional end-to-end service for executive recruitment. He establishes requirements carefully, thinks laterally about attracting the right range of candidates, is judicious through the offer stage and checks in through the onboarding stage to ensure the recruitment was sound.’

Myles McGinley, Director of Regulation & Business Performance and Responsible Officer, OCR

‘Neil was really helpful as I applied for my latest role, giving excellent advice and feedback. He offered to help me prepare for the interview and presentation and offered lots of support. By far the most attentive recruiter I’ve worked with – thanks, Neil!’

Kim Eggleton, Research Integrity & Inclusion Manager, IOP Publishing

‘My experience with Telfer Partners and Emma Graham, in particular, was excellent. The role I was contacted about was exactly what I had been looking for and suited my professional experience and career expectations. Emma shared information and provided support throughout the application process and interview stage in a way that exceeded my expectations and previous experience with other recruiters, obtaining clarification for a task and giving excellent feedback and recommendations. She went way beyond what is traditionally expected, in a calm, informed and generous way. I am very grateful to Emma and would recommend working with her and Telfer Partners if approached and the opportunity is appropriate.’

Jorge Freire, Educational Technology Specialist, University of Westminster

‘It’s been my absolute pleasure having worked with Neil in my job hunt.

Neil was very attentive to my requirements and made a strong case of these requirements to my potential employer. He was very proactive at every step of the process – prepping me with the right details around interview agendas, panellists, tips and overall guidance that went a long way in building my confidence and interview strategies.

Neil is also very organised, and follows through at every step of the journey. He is one of the best recruitment consultants I’ve worked with, and I wish to continue working with him in the future.

I highly recommend Telfer Partners if you’re looking for a genuine partner in your career journey.’

Namrata Sagar, Learning Design Consultant, Judge Business School Executive Education Ltd (University of Cambridge)

‘Telfer Partners delivered a great recruitment service and simultaneously filled two vacancies for new roles at our company. Neil’s excellent communication and professional demeanor were very welcome. I will use them again.’

Paul Carey, Chief Financial Officer, Pastest

‘Thank you for your professional and excellent partnership. As O’Reilly continues to grow from strength to strength, it is important we hire top talent that will deliver results, and fit within the culture and enjoy it. Neil is excellent at finding those people, and they have gone from strength to strength in their careers. Thank you for your help, 100% recommended.’

Alexia Pedersen, SVP International, O’Reilly Media

‘Throughout my recruitment process, Emma was nothing short of steady hands and a cool head, helping to guide me through the ups and downs of applications and interviews. I am really grateful for Emma’s support, advice and commitment to her clients, and without her guidance, I’m not sure I would be where I am today. Thank you Emma!’

Oliver Hill, Consortia Relations Project Manager, AM

‘I can only say positive things about my interaction with Emma. She was supportive and helpful all the way through my application for my current role, providing feedback and guidance on all stages of the process and helping to secure me the best package when I was offered the role. Her warm and positive attitude made her a pleasure to deal with.’

Claire Poste, Content Producer, Pearson

‘Working with Emma to secure my new role was an exceptional and positive experience for me. Emma was super transparent, supportive and encouraging throughout the whole process. She even took time to provide me with feedback and listened to my needs. Emma’s genuine desire to help me meet my needs and secure a role that will make me happy was clear as she helped me during a time when I started to feel discouraged about securing a good role as soon as possible.

I have high appreciation for Emma’s professional conduct as I experienced that she works with integrity and transparency. I also enjoyed Emma’s humour which helped when having slightly daunting discussions about the application process and future prospects.

I’d like to say a massive thank you to Emma for her kind support and highly recommend Emma to anyone who is searching for a new role and especially if they feel alone and discouraged!’

Bushra Khair, Research Integrity & Inclusion Associate Editor, SAGE Publishing

‘Working with Rachel to secure a new role was an absolute breeze. The role suited my experience and expertise, plus was at a company which I had hoped to join for years. Couldn’t have been more perfect! Rachel coached me through the application process with useful information and tactics to ensure I was well prepared. She was always on hand for any questions I had and made sure to check in with me to discuss each stage. Not only is she wonderfully effective in her role as a recruiter, but she’s a lovely person to boot. Thank you, Rachel!’

Ionie Ince, SEO & Organic Marketing Manager, Pearson

‘Neil has been fantastic throughout my whole experience with him, very professional attentive and helped me secure a dream role. I highly recommend him as a recruitment consultant.’

Daniel Angelo Othman, Account Director, The Chartered Institute of Marketing

‘Neil has helped Numérique Premium in recruiting its new sales manager. He brings his expertise in the academic market to the process as well as a solid network. Both enable him to introduce carefully selected candidates in record time. We will be happy to work with him again!’

Yannick Dehee, CEO, Numerique Preimium

‘Neil is one of those rare recruitment consultants who are able to communicate his clients’ needs to candidates clearly and effectively. He translates a client brief and supports candidates right through the recruitment process with a clear understanding of his client’s needs. He inspires confidence and helps candidates put their best foot forward ensuring his clients’ needs are reflected in the advice and support he provides. It is Neil’s ability to listen and communicate with clarity that makes it a pleasure working with him. Neil is a great recruitment partner if you are either recruiting or being recruited.’

Sumi Sastri, Head of Marketing, British Standards Institute

‘I don’t like getting contacted by recruitment companies. Generally, they’ve done poor research and are just trying hit numbers. Neil is different. From the first contact through to my successful placement he has been thoughtful, professional, and has clearly thought everything through. He has held my hand when needed, kept me fully informed, and made sure I’ve felt comfortable throughout the process. I have no hesitation in recommending Neil and his company.’

Matthew Cashmore, Digital Director, Blackwell’s

‘Rachel recently helped me move to a new role after a decade at my old company. It was a pleasure working with Rachel, who successfully and adeptly identified my qualifications for the role and highlighted the opportunities for me. When I expressed interest, Rachel was detailed in explaining the role and the company, but also offered real insight into how this could be a useful step in my career.’

It was in preparing to interview and after my interviews had taken place that I was truly impressed at the service Rachel offered. Not only did she clearly explain the role, the products, the company and the interview type, she also offered invaluable tools to delivering a successful interview, with the STAR method and other useful tools. Pre-interview prep and post interview reviews were really useful to me, especially having been at one company for so long. Rachel ensured that I better understood my strengths and skills before going into the interview and made me a much better candidate (interviews had long been a weakness of mine).

Without the assistance of Rachel I don’t think I could have been as successful as I was at securing my exciting new role. As well as helpful, I found Rachel to be funny, kind and really encouraging, and I’m really grateful for the opportunity she gave me.’

David Duffield, Product Manager, SAGE Publishing

‘Neil understands the market place and crucially, exactly what I am looking for and thus his candidates are always on the mark. Working with Neil means I do not spend time sifting through CV’s of inappropriate candidates and once things are in motion Neil is communicative and efficient, ensuring the entire recruitment process runs smoothly.’

Mike Done, UK Head of Sales for HE Learning Services, Pearson

‘Neil runs an excellent executive service business focused on the executive space. He is highly knowledgeable about education and adjacent industries including edtech – and all the relevant roles that come as part of them. I have known Neil for a number of years and I can vouch for his professionalism, his due care, his attention to service and detail. Most importantly, he delivers. Most recently, I commissioned Neil with a unique requirement to source candidates out of industry and he delivered with great candidates and an excellent final match. The whole team really put in significant effort to find the right candidates with the right experience and within budget. If you are looking for an executive search firm for the education space, speak to Telfer Partners first.’

Rahim Hirji, COO, EtonX

‘Neil is a very knowledgeable and helpful recruiter within the educational publishing industry. He helped to set up my interview with Pearson and provided really great guidance on how to approach it. He also listens to what your skills are, what your career aims are and suitably presents the right opportunities, unlike other mainstream recruitment agencies.’

Ben Hutchens, Communites and Stakeholder Manager, Pearson

‘I have recently had the great pleasure of working with Rachel as a candidate for a role. My first impression of Rachel was that she not only knew her topic but also clearly knew what kind of questions and experience her client was looking for in the right candidate. She came across as very well-spoken and interested in answers given to questions. As I progressed along the journey during interviews for the role, my first impression was not only confirmed, it was built on as well. Rachel checked in with me, gave me good insight and advice and definitely made sure that I was able to put my best foot forward. Rachel’s professionalism is outstanding. She is also friendly and shows a genuine interest. I would highly recommend Rachel – she is an absolute pleasure to work with.’

Katy Snoodyk, Procurement and Inventory Manager, GOBI (EBSCO)

‘Emma recently helped me move into a new role. I can’t praise her highly enough. She understood my needs and concerns and worked with me and my new employer to create a situation we are both really happy with. I would have no hesitation in working with Emma and Telfer Partners again in the future.’

James Wilson, Service Development Manager, Pearson

‘Working with Rachel was great from start to finish. After reaching out to me with a fantastic opportunity, she was quick to facilitate the process between myself and the employer as well as constantly giving me hands on help and guidance throughout the whole interview process. Ultimately, with Rachel’s support, I was successful in securing the role which I am now very much enjoying.’

Daniel Plonczyk, Strategic Account Manager, O’Reilly Media

‘Neil was instrumental in helping me through the recruitment process and assisting me to secure the right job for me. He was very supportive every step of the way and was also in constant contact. I found Neil to be ultimately professional, knowledgeable and also very personable and would recommend Telfer Partners for anyone looking to secure employment within Higher Education.’

Andy Neale, Strategic Account Manager, UK & Ireland, Clarivate Analytics

‘Neil & Telfer partners played a crucial part in the recruitment process for my current role. Not only Neil was extremely clear on the options waiting for me, he was also of great professional guidance during the various recruitment steps, always keeping in mind my point of view and my expectations. He established both a professional and a human bond,  an aspect that earned him my trust. I therefore strongly recommend Neil and his company, they deliver an excellent and carefully tailored service.’

Maria Laura Tognoli, Associate Editor, Public Library of Science

‘I would highly recommend Neil who made all the difference in helping us appoint the right person for a pioneering and senior training role. Neil provided a better service than competitor companies by a combination of really listening to our needs, a deep and detailed knowledge of the higher education and publishing sectors; and a great work ethic.’

Sarah Phillipson, Director of Customer Experience, UK and Scandinavia, Pearson

‘Neil approached me with a job he thought would suit me a few weeks after we had a very genuine and thorough chat about what I was looking for in the next stage of my career. It was basically the perfect role for me: a step up in terms of responsibility for me as a project manager, with the added bonus of finally being able to use my languages in a job. Throughout the process, Neil was incredibly quick to reply, always very friendly and never seemed in a rush to get me off the phone, which I really appreciated. He went above and beyond the normal call of duty to look into particular queries I had, and seemed genuinely pleased when I was offered the job. I’m really looking forward to starting my new job, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Neil to friends looking for something new, too.’

Rachel Hurst, Implementation Project Manager, ExLibris

‘Neil’s help in finding the perfect candidate for our vacancy was invaluable. We are a not-for-profit, learned society with specific requirements. We were recruiting for a Publications development Manager. Neil listened to our ideas and ensured that the candidates he selected for our role were suitable. All the candidates put forward were all of a high caliber. We are extremely happy with our choice, who has settled in perfectly within our environment.’

Carol Chessis, Executive Secretary & HR Officer, London Mathematical Society

I had the pleasure of working with Emma Graham from Telfer Partners throughout my job search process, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the initial contact to securing the role, Emma provided exemplary support and guidance every step of the way.

Emma’s professionalism and dedication were evident from the outset. She took the time to understand my skills, experiences, and career goals, ensuring that she presented me with opportunities that were aligned with my aspirations. Throughout the recruitment process, Emma maintained regular communication, keeping me informed and offering valuable insights that helped me prepare effectively.

What truly sets Emma apart is her genuine commitment to her candidates’ success. She went above and beyond to offer end-to-end support, providing invaluable advice and assistance throughout. Her unwavering support gave me the confidence and reassurance I needed to navigate the recruitment process with ease.

Dealing with Emma was not only a positive experience but a genuine pleasure. Her professionalism, expertise, and personable approach make her an exceptional recruiter. Thanks to Emma’s guidance and support, I was able to secure a role that aligns with my career aspirations.

I am incredibly grateful for Emma’s assistance and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable recruiter who truly cares about their clients’ success.

Nanina Di Brita, Pearson – Academic Sales Consultant – Ireland

‘Neil is a cautious man and take his work very seriously. In the process of his helping me to get the position, I think he knows what I think and always guided me to the next step. He also helped me communicate a lot with my new employer and helped me bargain. Finally we achieved the satisfactory result of both parties.’

Minzhi Lai, China Sales Manager, Ex Libris

‘Emma was very diligent and attentive during my job search. She provided an excellent level of service and was always on hand to answer questions about the recruitment process. I would thoroughly recommend her services to anyone looking to secure a role in the higher education and learning space.’

Lewis Bevil, Student Success Progression Advisor, Pearson

‘Emma was knowledgable, supportive and incredibly reliable throughout the recruitment process. She is clearly someone who is energised by finding a good match between the role and candidate and I am very thankful for her hard work. Emma knows the Education industry well and her warm personality shines through with every interaction; I highly recommend working with her and Telfer Partners.’

Alex Pirie, Head of Student Recruitment & Admissions @ Istituto Marangoni

‘Neil has worked with us on a number of positions including senior hires. He has a great network in STM Publishing and is always very professional and courteous. Neil will always be very honest about whether he can support you with your requirements and he also provides me with valuable insights to the industry. I would happily recommend Neil as a recruiter for other publishing companies.’

Katherine Hyett, International HR & Recruitment Manager, Royal Society of Chemistry

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Emma during my job application process, and I can confidently say it was the best experience I’ve had with a recruiter. Emma provided unwavering support and guidance from the very beginning, from submitting my application to signing the contract.

Her dedication to ensuring a smooth and informed process was evident in every interaction. Emma’s insights and advice were invaluable, and she kept me thoroughly informed about each subsequent step. Her prompt responses were remarkable, often answering emails almost instantly, which is especially impressive given her busy schedule.

Thanks to Emma’s diligent support, I felt well-prepared and confident throughout the entire process, which ultimately culminated in a job offer that I happily accepted. I am incredibly grateful for her assistance and highly recommend working with Emma to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and supportive recruitment experience.

Anna Antonova Ph.D. Program Designer – The Moller Institute (Churchill College, University of Cambridge)

‘Neil stands out distinctly among recruitment professionals. From the outset of the process, he ensured that I never felt pressured to fit into any particular mold. Neil’s approach is refreshingly balanced—he took the time to understand my goals, while also considering the needs and expectations of my prospective employers. This thoughtful approach demonstrated his commitment to finding a mutually beneficial match for all parties involved. Neil’s professionalism is evident in everything he does, yet he remains personable and approachable throughout. His integrity and genuine concern for the people he works with set him apart. I could not have asked for a better experience.’

Russell Miller, Client Director, Judge Business School Executive Education (University of Cambridge)

‘Sarah is fantastic to work with. She gave me great tips for applying for my position and helped me feel prepared for the interviews. She also had good advice when it came to salary and benefits. Sarah was hugely supportive and encouraging at every step, and I felt that she really championed me with my employer (and vice versa!). I really appreciated her professional approach; it helped me feel confident that the job would be a good fit for me.’

Emily Chenette, Team Manager-PLOS One, Public Library of Science

‘Emma connected me with a perfectly suited job opportunity that I was ultimately successful in securing, thanks to her friendly and professional help and support. She was quick to help with questions all the way through the process, was effectively tenacious with organising the interviews, and provided a consistent level of useful information and gentle encouragement. Having had varied levels of interaction with recruitment help in the past, Emma really stood out as providing the best experience end to end and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to help with your job search.’

Anna Bowers, Product Manager, Pearson

‘Neil is an exceptional recruiter in that he really listens to what both the company and the candidate are looking for and matches people not just based on their experience but their potential for growing into a role. He is also brilliant at understanding the personalities within a team and securing people who fit with the organisation not just because of their skills but also their temperament. Neil is, without doubt, the most genuine and ethical recruiter I have ever worked with.’

Christine Brett, Commerical Director, GPrX Data Ltd

‘I have worked with Neil both in recruiting staff and in my own job search and on both occasions, he has been highly professional, personable and responsive. He has an expert understanding of the publishing industry and an acute sense of good fit between people, roles and organisations. I would recommend him unhesitatingly and hope to have the opportunity to work with him again.’

Matthew Walker, Publishing Director, International Education Business, Cambridge University Press

‘As a candidate, I would recommend Neil from both the candidate’s view as well as companies thinking of using Neil for recruitment. Neil was honest, clear and open in informing me about the opportunity which helped me to understand if it was the right move for me. This expanded when preparing me for the different stages of the recruitment process which I found extremely valuable. Also, it was refreshing when I joined to have the right expectations from the outset rather than being sold a dream, this is so helpful from a companies perspective in recruiting for the long term. A great experience from beginning to end.’

Rhona Macdonald, Account Executive, O’Reilly Media

‘I recently engaged with Neil to recruit two, senior Client Director roles for my team at Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education. I also worked with him on a mid-level role. The searches were successful and extremely well-managed from the initial point of contact to the offer stage. Neil listens and took the time to understand both my team’s and the organisation’s needs. He was engaging, responsive, and brought a depth of experienced, diverse candidates to the process. I feel confident that I not only saw the best candidates, but was also able to ultimately recruit the best people for my team based on their skills, experience, and values. I enjoyed working with Neil and I wouldn’t hesitate to engage his recruitment services again.’

Erin Hallett, Director of Custom Programmes, Judge Business School Executive Education (University of Cambridge)

‘Adam Matthew has worked with Neil for several years and he has successfully recruited a number of our existing workforce. Neil is always approachable and easy to work with. He has excellent knowledge and understanding of the publishing sector but has also been able to help us with a number of other roles because he understands our company culture and business needs. I enjoy working with Neil and would recommend him as a great recruiting partner when looking for new employees.’

Alex Hemns, Senior HR Manager, Adam Matthew Digital

‘Neil has provided me with excellent support, care and assistance during my recruitment process. I have never met a greater recruiter than him. I really appreciated his honest feedback and advice, his speedy responsiveness and the personal approach he has displayed in each conversation. Thank you for your encouragement and belief in my skills.’

Dilber Nurdinova, Head of Business Development (Executive Education), London Business School

‘I can categorically say that I would not be about to move into my exciting new post as Senior Programme Development Manager with Wiley without Neil Telfer. Neil identified me through my profile in LinkedIn as an appropriate applicant for the position and brought it to my attention. I’m so pleased he did, as he was dead right – this was an ideal opportunity for me to progress my career with the skills and experience I had.
Further, Neil was continuously supportive throughout the recruitment process and proactive in both getting information and negotiating preferences on my behalf. He was always willing and available to communicate, responded quickly to my emails, followed up rapidly on my requests and made the whole process as painless and fruitful as it could possibly be. I can recommend working with Neil without hesitation.’

Andrew Doig, Senior Programme Development Manager, Wiley

‘Yeay! I’ve just passed my six month probation at the Royal Society of Chemistry. Emma was pivotal in recommending this job to me, talking me through the application process, gearing me up for the interviews and helping me succeed! Emma offered me sound advice and helped me prepare well. She was professional and knowledgeable and I wouldn’t have succeeded if it wasn’t for her help and guidance. A great career move for me.’

Sally Howells, Executive Editor for the inorganic chemistry journals, Royal Society of Chemistry

‘I am truly amazed by Emma! She is one of the most dedicated professionals in the field and she has supported me during the recruitment process well over any expectation I might have had, preparing and following up with me during each step of the process.
Her expertise as a recruiter is considerable and she is highly recommended.’

William Rossi, Sales Manager Europe Education, Yewno

‘The Moller Institute engaged Telfer Partners for the recent search process for a new director of executive education. I worked directly with Neil Telfer on the project. He was insightful, diligent and professional in every regard.

We were presented with a strong and diverse list of potential candidates all of whom met the broad search criteria and worked with Neil closely to agree terms with our preferred candidate. Feedback from our Chairman and other Directors involved in the search was very positive and we would happily engage Telfer Partners in the future.’

Richard Leather, Director and CEO, The Moller Institute (Churchill College, University of Cambridge)

‘I was introduced to Neil by one of our owners to help locate 2 senior sales executives in the UK. Neil is one of the best partners I have worked with – not just in the recruiting area, but across a wide spectrum of consultants and partners. He internalized our vision and needs very quickly, located ideal candidates through targeted contacts in his network, thoroughly screened and prepped the candidates prior to sending us resumes, and most importantly kept us on task when we were distracted. It was the last part that really set him apart from other recruiters – he had just the right sense of urgency to keep us focused without coming across as being impatient or overly aggressive. I will engage Neil again if I have future openings in the UK. Thanks for a job well done Neil.’

Michael Conner, Senior Vice President Global Sales & Marketing, Safari Books Online

‘I have partnered with Neil Telfer on various roles over the past 18 months and he has supported us very well during this time. He has recruited to varying levels of roles which have often been challenging and quite niche. I would not hesitate to recommend Neil as an excellent recruitment choice for your business.’

Jenny Boyd, Senior People and Culture Manager, Public Library of Science (PLOS)

‘Emma is delightful and truly professional. She has helped me get an outstanding position and offered me support even after the documents were signed. Thank you, Emma!’

Alexandra Nicolescu, Technical Support Analyst, ProQuest

‘I had never been through a recruitment consultant for a role before and I cannot praise Neil’s support as an applicant enough. From advice on how best to present yourself (on paper and in person) to how to get the best offer for your circumstances his counsel was the best. Now I am on the other side of the table and recruiting staff I can see how his approach of really understanding the needs of the client and the applicant have a massive impact on the recruitment process.’

Esther Jubb, Head of Academic Services, Pearson

‘I’d also be remiss if I didn’t call out specifically how fantastic it was to work with you on this VP Data role. I feel like you really understood our needs, how candidates would fit into the culture here, and the role requirements. Thanks so much for your work on this one!’

Pascal Honscher, SVP Corporate Development, O’Reilly Media

‘Neil contacted me regarding an awesome opportunity in SA. The recruitment process was a long one and Neil supported and coached me every step of the way. Neil clearly has excellent relationships with his clients and was able to prepare me for what I could expect in the interviews. I got the job and am extremely grateful for the support. Telfer has got to be the best recruitment company I have ever engaged with. I cannot recommend them highly enough!’

Tami King, Account Manager, Africa, Proquest

‘Neil has been an absolute superstar during my recent recruitment. His friendliness, professionalism, and support was most certainly the best I have been privileged to during my entire career. His early morning and late evening phone calls and emails made me feel that I am not just a number, but that Neil and his organisation applies real compassion, understanding and true care for any candidate they deal with. Neil’s recruitment experience was self-evident throughout the recruitment process and his guidance and assistance have proved to be invaluable to me. I shall gladly recommend Neil and Telfer Partners to any potential candidate, as well as any organisation planning on recruiting, without much effort. Neil and Telfer Partners, you were absolutely amazing and such a pleasure to deal with, thank you. I hope to enlist your services in the future, as recruitment opportunities arise.’

Stephan Terblanche, Regional Sales Director – Central & Southern Africa, Wiley

‘Neil is one of the best recruitment people I have worked with, and as a result, many of my staff have come through him. He takes the time to get to know our needs and learn our culture really well. Once embarked on a search, his service and communication are excellent – you really feel that there is an individual, personalised service being given. I have always felt that I am able to trust Neil’s personal honesty and integrity 100%, and that is so important when it comes to recruitment. I’d recommend him highly to anyone looking to recruit sales, marketing or editorial staff at any level.’

Ben Ashcroft, Chief Commerical Officer, De Gruyter

‘Rachel helped me land my new job, and she did a fantastic job managing the process from beginning to end. She is prepared, she is researched, and deals with people with care, and she commands the same thing back. It was great working with Rachel, and she helped me gain a good, whole understanding of what I would be getting myself into, which was refreshing. The experience was nothing but smooth, and nothing but informative. If you are looking for a recruiter who really gets into the weeds to help you in your career, I think you’ve found the right person. I look forward to keeping in touch with Rachel.’

Valentin Biscarrat, Account Executive, O’Reilly Media

‘I worked with Neil during my time with Connect Books while conducting a campaign on recruiting a new Regional Sales Manager for APAC. Neil provided us with very knowledgeable and professional candidates who fitted well into our expectations. During this process, Neil was very supportive and patient, and communication between the candidates, him as recruiter and us went very well.’

Ronald Jaeger, Regional Sales Manager, GOBI Library Solutions (EBSCO Information Services)

‘Neil is an exceptional recruiter in that he really listens to what one is looking for in his/her career and he is happy to discuss each upcoming topic in all its detail. He supported me throughout my recent recruitment and was always available for any help in this process. He was instrumental in guiding me through each stage of the recruitment process with his profound expertise. His professional, knowledgeable, and personal ways have ultimately helped me to secure a great new job and I am very grateful for his constant assistance.
I can highly recommend Neil, the way he works is truly amazing.’

Paul Stoiber, Sales Director – DACH, JoVE

‘Emma was consistently lovely and professional throughout the entire job process. She introduced me to the position which really suited my professional and personal interests and provided consistent updates throughout the different stages. As a result of her diligence and negotiations on my behalf, I am now employed. I would highly recommend Emma and her colleagues for anyone looking for a change in career or employment.’

Dr Charles Beacroft, Student Success Advisor, Kings College London

‘Neil worked tirelessly to support me through the role application, and provided excellent feedback that really strengthened my chances. Once I was at the point of being offered the role, I feel he really advocated on my behalf. I couldn’t have asked for more!’

Emma Watkins, Marketing Manager, 67 Bricks

‘I can’t recommend Neil highly enough. After a number of frustrating job application processes, working with Neil was a game changer. He took the time to chat with me to understand my skill set and personal situation to make sure the job was the right fit for me, and his insight and advice were delivered in a helpful and supportive way. He was incredibly useful in helping to prepare for interview, with an understanding not just of my skills, but also a good understanding of the company I was applying to and what they were looking for. For the first time I felt no nerves at all going into interview, because I felt completely prepared, in large part thanks to Neil’s guidance, and was successful in being offered the job. I would highly recommend his thorough and thoughtful approach to any job candidate.’

Em Stafford, Editor, Adam Matthew Digital

‘Neil has been an absolute pleasure to work with while securing my new role. His advice, support and guidance were above and beyond helpful, especially during the tricky lockdown period. Not only was he able to identify my core strengths for the suitable role, but also went that extra mile to provide constructive feedback for my interview prep. Neil’s insight into the publishing industry is invaluable. His strength lies in matching the right person with the right company – and made the otherwise stressful process of job-hunting a very smooth journey. I’m very grateful for his help in finding the perfect fit for me – and so happy in my fantastic new role at SAGE publishing!’

Anami Kabir, Senior Marketing Communications Manager, SAGE Publishing

‘Rachel is an outstanding professional. She helped me through the interview process for my new position and took me step-by-step through the whole process. She was quick to reply to any of my queries, gave me excellent advice and clearly knew what the employers were looking for for this role. I would definitely recommend Rachel. She is not only a professional and very well prepared, she also takes a personal interest and assists for the best outcome for each candidate. Thank you Rachel for your support and help.’

Alice Gatsouli, ELT Managing Editor, British Council

‘I had an incredible experience working with Rachel who recently helped find me my dream role.

Throughout the process, I was impressed by Rachel’s attention to detail, kindness, warmth, expertise and good humour. Rachel went over and beyond what was expected of her — from providing feedback on my application to coaching me for my interviews and presentation, Rachel brought skill, expert knowledge, support and empathy, and ensured that I was confident and ready to excel in my interviews. I’m insurmountably grateful to Rachel for all her hard work in finding me this role, and then setting me up to succeed — without her thorough involvement at all stages of the process, I would likely not have secured such a fantastic position that I am confident will be a real springboard for my career. I highly recommend Rachel’

June Eric-Udore – SAGE Commissioning Editor Video, Diversity & Social Justice Collection

‘Neil Approached me with Job opportunity via Linkedin, gave me a clear picture of the Job, Neil made great profile analyses before he contacted me, he was aware exactly of my area of expertise and my employment history, Neil believed I am the perfect match for this Job, He provided me with valuable tips and advises to become at the end the first best candidate for this job, I am hired now and one of the main reasons was Neil, Thank you, Neil, for your outstanding support, professionalism and knowledge, I would highly recommend Neil’s services to everyone who is need of such extraordinary support.’

Arwa Falazi, Regional Sales Manager, MEACA – Global Research, Wiley

‘Neil is one of the best recruiters with whom I have had the pleasure of working. He is true to his word and offers a level of service that few recruitment companies can match (or seem willing to match). He kept every one of his promises.
In addition, his advice and understanding of the roles he recruits for are excellent. He takes the time to understand the roles and whether or not the individual would fit. Sadly in recruitment, too many companies focus on getting people through the door and pushing them into unsuitable roles. Neil’s company is the opposite and he takes the time to understand your goals and aspirations prior to assessing your suitability for any role.
I can recommend Neil highly enough, his patience with clients and his professionalism behind the scenes was a second to none. If you have been let down by recruitment companies in the past (as I suspect many of you have) then giving Neil a call will restore your faith. I am sure that many companies make promises, to provide the level of service that professionals expect, Neil was the only one that I have found to keep his promises through his actions.’

Mark Wallace, Head of Partnership Management, Pearson

‘I had a great experience working with Rachel, who recently helped find me a new role.

At the start of the process Rachel took the time to talk through what I was looking for in a job and what I valued in an employer. When it came to applying and, subsequently, interviewing, Rachel was a brilliant coach. She helped me identify what to highlight from my current experience as well as how to present this both in my initial application and then at interview. Her pre- and post-interview chats were hugely helpful. I had a couple of different opportunities at the time, and Rachel’s advice was invaluable in helping me evaluate which were right for me.

At all stages of the process I was struck not only by Rachel’s insight and professionalism, but also by her warmth and good humour. Applying for a job is a stressful experience, but it was made much much easier with Rachel’s assistance, advice and support.’

Tim Inman, Product Manager, SAGE Publishing

‘I was connected with Emma via a friend, who had commented on how professional, polite and focused she was regarding the process of discovering and talking to suitable candidates and helping others get back to work. After speaking with Emma, myself I can definitely agree. I have worked within recruitment, and I have also been sent out to work by recruiters and even with this familiarity and experience in the field, Emma still managed to take me by surprise. I can wholeheartedly say that Emma is very genuine in her approach. Every telephone call and every email allowed me to feel truly supported and I believed that Emma wanted the best for me not just as an employee of a company, but as a human being. The process was smooth and extremely fast, and I was guided through all of it. I was encouraged to better myself and take a serious look at my skillset and abilities. Emma did not simply give me a new role but rather she allowed me to utilise all my experience and earn a role that I felt ready for and comfortable with. I have had an excellent experience with Emma and therefore with her company. I can only assume that the rest of her colleagues are as amazing as she is. Her company is very lucky to have her and anyone seeking work with her experience would be very lucky too.’

Joshua L Thomas, Student Success Advisor, Pearson

‘My experience with Neil was extremely positive start to finish. He is thoughtful and specific in his approach and clearly has a talent for matching people to businesses. As a sales leader I receive many messages from recruiters. Neil’s was the first I responded to in almost 4 years. I wasn’t actively looking for a position but Neil managed to find me based on details that made me a great fit and he crafted an initial message that peaked my interest.
He was clear, efficient and reliable throughout the interview and contract negotiation process.
By no means was I unhappy in my previous position but I can confidently say, after only 2 weeks, that I have no regrets about this move.
Thank you, Neil!’

Kathryn Parten-Ballantine, Head of Sales, nKoda

‘Thanks to Neil’s expert guidance, advice and support I landed my dream Marketing Manager position with SAGE Publications. Neil was there at every step of the process offering advice on tailoring my CV and covering letter to ensure my skills could be clearly seen to fit the role, through to interview guidance, and kept in communication once I’d started at SAGE. I’m so thankful to Neil for everything he did and would recommend Telfer Partners to friends and colleagues looking for their next position. Thanks again for everything, Neil!’

Eleanor Howell, Journals Marketing Manager, SAGE Publishing

‘Neil has been an invaluable help to our business, supporting us in the recruitment of a number of high level client-facing roles. Neil develops a great understanding of our roles to find candidates with a complementary skillset, but also takes care to ensure candidates will be a great fit within our team as well. We can rely on Neil to seamlessly manage the whole recruitment process from end-to-end, keeping in regular communication at all times and always helping to sell our package at the offer stage. Thank you Neil for being an incredibly reliable and valuable partner of ours at JBS Executive Education!’

Elle McGregor, HR Advisor, Judge Business School Executive Education (University of Cambridge)

‘I embarked on my hunt for a new role just before the covid-19 lockdown. Telfer Partners were the first company I contacted as I know the team have a deep understanding of the Publishing industry. Indeed most have come from roles within the industry. The team were fast to respond, to speak to me to work through my needs, understand in detail my experience and skills set and get me set up with alerts. They were also helpful in giving me guidance on what I should be doing to get prepared for the work involved in securing the right role for my next move. This extended from writing impactful applications to stand out against other applicants to focusing on the right interview preparation to ensure I nailed it on the day.

I was concerned that my plan to change roles might be thwarted due to the covid-19 lockdown. However, this could not have been further from the truth. Working with Telfer enabled me to find the right role. They kept the whole process on track. Kept me fully informed and supported me through each stage of the interview process, including negotiating my overall package once I had successfully secured my role.

If you are looking for your next move I would highly recommend working with the Telfer team.’

Maxine Durnin, Senior Product Manager, SAGE

‘Neil was extremely helpful throughout the application and interview process for my role. He took the time to understand my experience and career goals, which reassured me that the role would be the right fit. Throughout the interview process Neil was very professional and timely in communicating with both myself and the employer and I was very pleased with how he represented me in any discussions.

I would always recommend Neil to anyone who is looking for a new role and would like a hassle-free process.’

Joseph Walsh, Associate Director – Special Collections, SAGE

‘Having recently worked with Neil on successfully placing a Regional Sales Manager – APAC, I would like to say that he has shown the utmost level of professionalism and integrity at every stage of the recruitment process. His knowledge of the book industry and the talent within it are impressive. Neil has the ability to partner with the business and build relationships with candidates, to find the right person for the role. I would highly recommend Neil and Telfer Partners to any organisation wanting to find high-quality talent matched to their needs.’

Enza Andrews, HR Business Partner, Bertram Group

‘Emma has been an absolute pleasure to work with! She has provided me with exceptional support from the start of my recruitment until the very end where I secured the role. She made sure I had all the material I needed to help me prepare for my interview and ensured to check in and provide updates regularly. With her great communication skills, I was always clear about the next stages of my recruitment and all the information that was provided. She has a very positive attitude which reflects to her clients. Thank you, Emma!’

Neshay Akduman, Student Success Advisor, Pearson

‘Neil worked with us extremely diligently and efficiently. We engaged Neil to help hire for a key role within the team. Neil took the time to truly understand the brief and present a range of good candidates for the role. He is focused, professional and keen to understand any potential concerns- all completed within a calm and assured way. I would absolutely recommend Neil’s services.’

Martin Mullin, Director Global Sales, Better World Books