No more room for order takers » Carrera Partners

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“I’ve known Chris and her team for over 6 years, during which they have placed 6 people with me and these people were of great value to the business.

I have a lot of trust in their team of experienced professionals because of the approach they take every time. They show interest in my business and have taken the trouble to get to know the culture as well as the job specifications. Chris has maintained the founding philosophies of the business and employed staff who embody these caring, professional values.

I have recommended Chris and Carrera Partners to many colleagues over the years and I would wholeheartedly do so in the future.”

Grant Logie

Director

Commercial Office Solutions

02 / No more room for order takers

4 June 2010

In all Australian markets there appears to be a quiet confidence returning. A general fall in headcount freezes is indicating that many companies are moving to a growth outlook. Jobs are returning, however businesses are definitely reassessing the types of employees they need in a post-GFC world.

There is a clear trend emerging that clients have no room for “order takers”. Companies are looking for people with highly proactive account management skills. They want candidates that can bring in accounts and grow old ones.

Candidates on the other hand are looking beyond salaries to job security and the right organisation for them in the longer term, personally and professionally. We believe this presents a great opportunity for companies to attract talented individuals by offering quality of life benefits that fall outside traditional remuneration packages.