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OUR STORY

OUR BRANDS

OUR PEOPLE

OUR CULTURE

OUR ACADEMY

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OUR LEADERS

“INSPIRING THE WORLDS ORGANISATIONS THROUGH

OUR PEOPLE.”

WHERE IT BEGAN

Our story begins in 1999, when Matthew David Ellis, a young entrepreneur from Solihull, joined forces with the Pertemps Recruitment Partnership. The two newly formed partners established Executive Network in Edgbaston, Birmingham. The partners were very different, one a national recruitment business established in 1961 with over 100 Branches making them one of the largest Recruitment organisations in the UK, the other an entrepreneurial young individual with a talent for “specialist” recruitment. Both shared common passions; A passion for understanding individuals, a passion for world class service, a passion for excellence and a passion to be the best - the best in class.

It was this shared passion that brought their partnership together and led to the creation of Executive Network Group.

MARKET LEADING BRANDS

Executive Network, inspired by our passion to be the best in class, soon developed our reputation in the UK Specialist Marketplace. We partnered with new & existing brands who shared our belief, to become one of the UK’s biggest specialist recruitment practices.

Over the years we have grown into an organisation creating and acquiring many industry-leading brands. First came RED in 2002, a brand famed in the Midlands for its superiority in the Rec-to-Rec and Sales Sectors. Closely following this success, in 2004 The HSE Recruitment Network was acquired; the UK’s leading Health, Safety and Environmental recruitment consultancy. Soon after this a gap was identified in the Facilities Management industry for a recruitment business with our passion & values and The FM Network was born in 2010. In 2012 the No.1 resource for HR talent, Network HR joined the group.

Most recently in 2013 our group’s expertise in the heavy equipment sector saw the creation of The Equipment Network, as well as pushing our expertise overseas with the birth of the group’s most recent brand; Network Group International.

INSPIRED BY EXPERIENCE

Renowned as much for our people as for the stunning recruitment offering we provide, Executive Network Group offers something truly unique: From the Board of Directors, through our Senior Recruitment Team to our best in class Recruitment Academy Graduates, ours is an experience like no other.

OUR STORY

“OUR VISION IS TO PROVIDE A BEST IN CLASS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT OFFERING FOR OUR CLIENTS & CANDIDATES;

TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR WORLD CLASS RECRUITMENT PROFESSIONALS TO BE THE BEST IN THEIR CHOSEN FIELD”

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OUR BRANDSOur experienced teams operate with an “inch-wide, mile-deep” philosophy, allowing us to become true experts in our chosen field both in discipline and industry sector. This enables us to help individuals worldwide find their perfect career opportunities and businesses find their perfect team members. The relationship with Executive Network goes far beyond recruitment. We are passionate and enthusiastic about our industry sectors and find every opportunity to share this enthusiasm with our candidates and clients alike. Our regular feedback speaks for itself, with many individuals using us on a regular basis as their career consultants and many organisations using us as their business consultants for all recruitment related matters and beyond.

As corporate members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) & APSCo we are inspired by the highest possible standards. These bodies set out and promote excellence throughout the professional recruitment industry. Recognised by Investors in People, we truly make people management excellence count.

THE HSE RECRUITMENT NETWORK Established in 2002, The HSE Recruitment Network is the UK’s leading Health, Safety and Environmental recruitment agency. We offer health and safety recruitment solutions to both candidates and clients, and we tailor our recruitment services to your individual needs. We offer all seniority levels of health & safety jobs, and have an extensive network of health, safety and environmental candidates.

This year HSE are proud partners of Mencap; the leading UK charity for people with a learning disability and their families. We will be supporting their Mencap Safety Challenge.

THE FM NETWORK Established in 2007, The FM Network is one of the UK’s leading Facilities Management, Building and Specialist Services recruiters. The FM Network offers a tailored solution; with a dedicated team of specialist consultants they offer a truly bespoke service, priding ourselves on a quality approach providing Recruitment Solutions throughout the industry. With many consultants having first hand experience in the Facilities Management industry we are a true business partner, not just a supplier.

“TRUE EXPERTS IN OUR CHOSEN FIELDS.”


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NETWORK HR Established in 2003, Network HR is your No. 1 resource for HR Talent. With a proven track record of delivering industry leading HR recruitment solutions to a broad and varied client base, both in the UK and internationally; we pride ourselves on delivering a first class service to both our candidates and clients. Our honest, knowledgeable and straight-forward approach is key to our success. It is the reason companies trust us time and time again to recruit Human Resources Professionals on their behalf, and the reason HR professionals trust us to point their career in the right direction.

This year we are proud partners of Make-a-Wish Foundation; who grant magical wishes to children and young people aged from 3 to 17 living with a life-threatening condition.

RED Established in 2002, Red is a West Midlands based Recruitment Company, which focuses exclusively on recruiting Sales professionals. Our consultants are specialists in their chosen areas, and we pride ourselves on working in candidate driven markets. What makes RED different from other recruitment agencies is that our consultants specialise in very niche areas. This is why the areas we recruit in may seem plucked out of the air, but we can assure you there is method to our madness, as we provide a tailor-made experience for candidates in our market, and offer unrivalled services to our clients.

EQUIPMENT NETWORK The Equipment Network is a specialist recruitment business focusing solely on the Equipment Sector. Operating in the very niche market of Equipment across five continents and fifty countries our extensive network of contacts allows you to access opportunities and individuals otherwise out of reach; via our carefully nurtured relationships. Our Network of relationships is broad, ranging across the Service, Sales and Senior Management arena giving you total coverage across the Equipment Sector.

NETWORK GROUP INTERNATIONAL NGI is a talent search business specialising in middle to executive level international opportunities within the Construction & Engineering sectors.We are the metamorphosis that has resulted from opportunities identified in the global marketplace, fuelled by a desire to facilitate the introduction of world-class talent into world-class business. We are able to search the globe for the perfect talent to add value to your business. With our methodical approach and proven experience you can be certain you really are considering the best candidates not just in the market, but across the global stage.


MEET OUR TEAMS OF HIGHLY EXPERIENCED CONSULTANTS AND DISCOVER WHAT MAKES US PROUD OF THEM.

The people who work at Executive Network Group are our most important asset. From junior members of staff, to our directors, we pride ourselves in having a diverse and friendly atmosphere with teamwork and friendship at the core.

It is the passion and talent within our teams that we are most proud of, and we celebrate these qualities in people whenever we can. Below, Managing Director, Matt Ellis, talks about three members of the team who stand out as exceptional.

LAUREN TAI SEN CHOY

“I first met Lauren during an Assessment Day for our 2012 Training Academy and instantly warmed to her. Lauren came across as very personable; had a bubbly personality and was determined to be a success. And boy did she not disappoint!

Winning the Top Grad prize, Lauren went on to be the 2012 Winner of the Academy and followed this up by being the Top Performer in her category for 2013. Her greatest success to date has been setting up her own contract desk and billing in excess of £100k in her first year in recruitment. I know when we set a company-wide incentive, Lauren will be the one driving it from the Sales Floor and inspiring everyone to get it done.

We have no doubt Lauren will progress through the ranks at a rapid pace and she certainly has the qualities I would look for to lead a team or division… watch this space!”

ALEX SUTHERLAND

“I first met Alex in 2008 when we were looking to set up a new division within Facilities Management. He had a tough business-like exterior but I had my suspicions that there was a soft centre in there somewhere - I just needed to get through the surface!

Alex’s strengths are many - he is driven, determined, commercially aware and a visionary. But beyond all, I would consider the strength that makes Alex stand out from the crowd is his ability to network and build relationships at all levels within his chosen field. Alex’s ride with Executive Network Group has been a roller-coaster with low times and high times, but his determination has never seen him waiver from his goal of establishing his own business into a market leader.

His greatest achievements came in recent times (Dec 2013) where he was crowned our group’s Top Biller and Employee of the Year for 2013. Perhaps even more rewarding was Alex’s FM Team were the winners of every award going at the year end conference.

Alex is now a valued member of our management team and his entrepreneurial outlook offers an invaluable input to our future direction. I have no doubts Alex’s career will continue to flourish with our group as his skill set develops and he grows his business into the No.1 FM recruitment business in the UK and Worldwide.”

SARAH HAMILL-MOSS

“I met Sarah in 2007 as a bright-eyed young woman fresh from college with a drive and determination I had never seen before or since in an 18 year old.

Sarah’s personality is infectious and in the seven years I’ve worked with her, I can honestly say I have never seen her without a smile on her face. Sarah is someone you want to be around and this has undoubtedly contributed to her success in the recruitment market.

Having been promoted 5 times within the business, I cannot remember a time in recent years when Sarah has not been a finalist for our end of year top honours - winning them on more than one occasion. I see no boundaries to Sarah’s future with Executive Network Group. Our clients love her, our candidates love her and above all, our team all love her!”

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INSPIRED BY THE ELITE

We are also very proud of our Elite Executive Club – A club for the truly outstanding individuals amongst us who consistently deliver and over achieve.

You can be rewarded with varying levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond and Platinum. These can result in rewards from an extra holiday, Friday early finishes to a tailor made suit and a fully expensed European break.

INSPIRED BY OUR CULTURE

Executive Network Group is a truly inspiring company to work for. We encourage our people to be entrepreneurial and accountable. Innovative thinking and a proactive attitude will ensure we achieve success. We work hard to create an environment that is supportive and encourages our people to have a career rather than just a job.

Our people have the autonomy to realise their goals and ambitions through innovative thinking and proactive attitudes. We offer comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities to ensure our goals and ambitions are realised; no matter how big or small. We embrace positive & constructive feedback and are as at ease giving feedback as we are receiving it.

At Executive Network Group Its not all work; we are pretty good at playing too! We are a team of enthusiastic, sociable, professional people who know how to enjoy ourselves and genuinely respect one another. We provide an exciting, dynamic environment where creativity and competitiveness is rewarded, not stifled.

INSPIRED BY OUR REWARDS & INCENTIVES

There are few companies where the rewards for hard work are so attractive. Helping people find their ideal job and organisations realise their growth ambitions is hugely rewarding in itself, so our generous basic salaries and best in class commission bonus schemes are truly the icing on the cake. The goals we set are motivational and above all realistic. Our rewards are there to inspire us. The more effort we put in the more rewarding our role becomes.

Sales results and world class customer service are key to our earning potential. We work closely with our people to understand personal motivators, whether it be amazing travel experiences or driving prestigious cars; we understand these will help us stay on top of our game and truly engage our workforce.

Whilst we are remunerated & rewarded personally for the results we achieve, we have unlimited daily, weekly, monthly & annual team incentives that can range from an early finish on a Friday to an all expenses paid team trip to a world wide destination.

Above all, we are always striving to beat our company bests and reap the rewards of being part of a globally successful team.

INSPIRED BY DEVELOPMENT

Training and development is the lifeblood of our business. It drives everything we do and we are extremely passionate about it. Our training programs are tailored to our individuals and are structured according to their existing skills, experience and background. In recognition of our commitment to development, we have been accredited with the Investors in People standard year-on -year.

Our unique and transparent flexible career path caters to the skills set of our people and how they envision their career and future. Progression is built around skills and attributes rather than length of service and we are proud that, in this fast-paced demanding environment, we are able to support our people in developing successful careers – whether they’re brand new to recruitment or have a wealth of experience.

We are all constantly developing and learning from professionals who’ve built their careers with us, discovering niche skills and markets to inspire our success. All our people will be invited to complete the REC Certificate in Recruitment Practice to become MIRP qualified members of the REC.

INSPIRED BY OUR PERCEPTION

We are only too aware how every action we take creates a perception, and we ensure that every action we take will create a “Word Class” perception. Whether we are producing adverts for our websites, sending letters and emails, or producing marketing material - World Class perception is always our goal.

INSPIRED BY OUR ACADEMY

We don’t play it safe. We invest in young people annually. Our Training Academy is truly the best in class and the only one of its kind. Giving motivated Young Professionals and Graduates the opportunity to build a rewarding and structured career in the Recruitment Industry.

INSPIRED BY OUR PEOPLE

At Executive Network we pride ourselves in only having the bes - the majority need not apply. With an emphasis on teamwork and camaraderie, we’re not just colleagues, but friends too. We inspire each other to achieve our best, and foster a motivational and positive environment throughout all our businesses in the Group.

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INSPIRED BY YOU

Our expectations of our people form the code of conduct that runs through the foundations of our business. Below are the “rules we live by”. These were formed with the input of our people and represent the experience we wish people to have both internally and externally:

Respect – One another, the legislation, our candidates & clients, our company, our profession.

Self-Manage – Our performance, our activity, our feedback, our perception.

Succeed – We are highly supportive of developing performance, yet intolerant of poor attitude and application.

Get the Job Done – Working whatever hours it takes, is essential to ensure we are available to our candidates & responsive to our clients.

Dress to Impress – Corporate suits are our minimum standard and our commitment to charities allows an optional dress down the first Friday of each month.

Communicate to Succeed – We use email, social media, the internet & all communications mediums solely for professional use, keeping our personal activities personal.

Inspire to Succeed – We commit to one “group” business development session per week, working with our colleagues to inspire new businesses to work with us, via cross selling.

Friday Club – We commit to attend the monthly “Friday Club” with our colleagues to relax, unwind and socialise with one another.

Embrace Change – As the only constant in our lives, we never fight change and embrace it to keep us moving forward.

Stay Informed – We appreciate the value in documenting everything we do on the company CRM.

Never P.L.O.M – “Poor Little Old Me” has no place within our ranks. We work hard to motivate one another as well as ourselves and realise excuses must be replaced with action.

Celebrate Success – No matter how big or small, we value the praise of one another and the recognition received when we celebrate our successes.

Go the Extra Mile – We commit to one another to go the extra mile in all our endeavours for each other, our candidates & our clients.

Keep Attacking – We value our code and are inspired by our passion and principles. Standing still creates complacency and prevents our drive for best in class being reality. We are forever evolving and ever attacking.

HOW WE ENGAGE OUR PEOPLE:

Industry leading Commission StructureDouble Commission RewardFree on-site ParkingEmployee benefits trustEarly finish incentivesEmployee of the Month AwardWorld class Pioneer of the Month AwardBiggest biller of the Month awardMonthly Achievers Lunch ClubAnnual worldwide trip incentives

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OUR ACADEMY

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“THE EXECUTIVE ACADEMY WAS THE PERFECT WAY TO BE INTRODUCED TO THE WORLD OF RECRUITMENT.” Sunil Chohan - Executive Academy 2013

INSPIRED BY OUR ACADEMY

Our market leading Executive Academy started in 2011, giving inspiration to motivated Young Professionals and Graduates to build a rewarding and structured career in the Recruitment Industry. Our passion is to develop young talent in a time when they are often criticised and condemned in the press and are unable to break into successful careers in favour of more experienced hires. We decided to buck this trend. We recognised a shortage of new talent in the recruitment industry and whilst other companies were “playing it safe”, we designed and developed an Academy to bring new and exciting individuals into the Group, taking meticulous time to develop and invest in their future.

WHAT IS THE ACADEMY?

Our Academy is now an annual event spanning 10 weeks of intense and enjoyable training in both a classroom and a busy, dynamic sales environment alongside successful recruitment consultants. Recruits are assigned an experienced mentor as well as the support of our MD and Training & Talent Manager.

With 30 years recruitment experience between them and a proven background of developing great recruiters, their

sole focus is to ensure the success of all new recruits and investing all possible resources to make sure our Executive Academy recruits “graduate” with flying colours.

After graduating through the 10 week Executive Academy, our recruits then join one of our established and successful teams. As they build their “business within a business” they will be under the continued guidance of our Training & Talent Manager until they are “stand alone” consultants.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Recruitment is essentially a sales role; we look for our people to be hard working, fearless, passionate and articulate. We love individuals who have real motivations with a passion for success; this teamed with an entrepreneurial spirit will result in a long and rewarding career with the Executive Network Group.

DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

You can read more comments on our website from members of our team who have experienced the Academy first hand, and now have an exciting and successful career ahead of them.

“THE ACADEMY IS SET UP BRILLIANTLY, IT’S PERFECTLY SUITED FOR COMPETITIVE PEOPLE!.” Lauren Tai Sen Choy - Executive Academy 2012

“THE ACADEMY PUT ME THROUGH MY PACES, ENABLING ME TO HARNESS A REAL PASSION AND BELIEF IN WHAT I DO.”

Patrick Farrelly- Executive Academy 2012


Candidate searching and screeningHead-hunting TechniquesRepresenting a candidate in the best wayNew business techniquesUnderstanding a Vacancy & a ClientTerms negotiationPreparation and interview controlCandidate and Client aftercare

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WHAT’S INVOLVED IN EXECUTIVE ACADEMY?Our academy is a perfect mixture of classroom and theory learning teamed with the practical use of our delegates new skills. It’s in-depth look into the recruitment process and potential obstacles help our academy delegates get ready for this fast-paced and challenging world. Below are the key points and topics we cover:

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“A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHERE ENTREPRENEURIALISM CAN FLOURISH.”Beau Hadley

It’s not all work, work, work. The Executive Network Group family represents an exciting and fun environment where socialising is a regular occurrence. Rewarded with meals out at the best restaurants and our “Friday club” ensures we get together at least once month to celebrate our successes.

“LOVE THE ATMOSPHERE AND THE PEOPLE. RECRUITMENT IS A CHALLENGING JOB BUT BEING WITH PEOPLE HERE MAKES IT FUN AND A FAB PLACE TO WORK.” Emma Wright

“EXECUTIVE NETWORK GIVES ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO ESSENTIALLY RUN MY OWN BUSINESS, AND HAVE COMPLETE CONTROL OVER MY EARNING POTENTIAL.”

Laura Cleaver

“MY EXPERIENCE IN MY FIRST YEAR OF RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN MUCH MORE POSITIVE THAN THAT OF MY FRIENDS WHO WORK FOR OTHER AGENCIES.”

Andy Baker

“HARD WORK AND SUCCESS IS REWARDED IN WAYS THAT ARE RELEVANT TO YOU AND THERE IS A CLEAR CAREER PATH FOR YOU TO CLIMB.”

Lauren Tai Sen Choy

“IF YOU’RE STRUGGLING, YOU ARE SUPPORTED, IF YOU’RE DOING WELL, YOU ARE REWARDED. GREAT COMPANY, GREAT PEOPLE, GREAT ACADEMY, ENOUGH SAID.”

Sunil Chohan

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OUR LEADERSEXECUTIVE NETWORK GROUP

MATT ELLIS - MANAGING DIRECTOR

Matt established Executive Network Group in partnership with Pertemps Recruitment Partnership in 1999. His talent for specialist recruitment led to the rapid growth of Executive Network Group, acquiring new and existing brands who shared his belief along the way. Matt now sits on the main board of the Pertemps Network Group of companies.

CHRIS ROWLANDS - DIRECTOR

Chris has been with Executive Network Group since 2004, and progressed from trainee to Company Director and shareholder in just eight years. Originally hired as a Rec-to-Rec consultant for RED, Chris is now the Director of two of Executive Network’s companies - The HSE Recruitment Network and Network HR.

NINA MCLEISH - OPERATIONS MANAGER

Nina has been at Executive Network Group since 2002, originally as a member of our Sales Support team. Nina now manages a team of Sales Support and Marketing staff, as well as overseeing all systems and procedures within the company.

SIMON O’CONNOR - ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

With five years experience of temporary recruitment, Simon joined Executive Network Group in 2006 as a consultant, with the aim to build a division from scratch within the Heavy Equipment sector. Since then he has climbed the ladder to be Associate Director of Executive Network Group, managing a team of consultants in two divisions, RED and Equipment Network, of whichhe is a founding member.

STEWART WILSON - TRAINING & TALENT MANAGER

Stewart has been with Executive Network Group since 2006. Originally a consultant and team leader for RED, specialising in Rec-to-Rec and then Financial Services, Stewart is now our dedicated Training & Talent Manager. His role involves attracting new talent, running our academy and ensuring that every member of staff is continuously developing.

ALEX SUTHERLAND - DIVISIONAL MANAGER

Coming from a Retail Management background, Alex joined Executive Network Group as a Principal Consultant in 2008 as a founding member of The FM Network. Alex came into the group with experience managing a team at one of the UK’s leading construction recruiters and now leads our Facilities Management division, whilst acttively recruiting for his own desk.

STEPHEN BRANDSMA - DIRECTOR

Before joining Executive Network Group, Stephen worked for a national recruitment organisation in London. He joined the group in 2010 as a Senior Consultant, and eventually moved to set up Network Group International, specialising in international opportunities within Construction & Engineering sectors.

CLAIRE NEEDHAM - DIRECTOR

With 15 years of HR experience, and having previously worked at Hudson Global Resources, Claire co-founded Network HR Recruitment in 2004. Network HR joined with Executive Network Group in 2010, and Claire is now co-director alongside Chris Rowlands.

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“COMING TOGETHER IS A BEGINNING; KEEPING TOGETHER IS PROGESS; WORKING

TOGETHER IS SUCCESS.” - HENRY FORD

Executive Network Sales LtdNetwork House,119 Hagley Road,Edgbaston,Birmingham, B16 8LB

Email: [email protected]: 0121 450 5000

Executive Network Sales LtdNetwork House,119 Hagley Road,Edgbaston,Birmingham, B16 8LB

Email: [email protected]: 0121 450 5000

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