Bespoke Search Recruitment is designed for organisations that need more than just a basic hiring solution.
When your vacancy demands a deeper level of involvement, brand representation and passive candidate outreach, Bespoke Search delivers results that go above and beyond.
At Utility People, our Bespoke Search service builds on the fundamentals of contingent recruitment and enhances them with dedicated time, personalised strategy and proactive search methods.
It’s the ideal choice for roles that are business-critical, require unique skill sets, or are proving difficult to fill through traditional methods.
- Chair, NED – Non-executives and CEO
- Chief Operating Officers/Directors
- Chief Technology Officers/Directors
- Chief Financial Officers / Finance Directors
- Chief Commercial Officers
- Chief Growth Officers – Marketing, Sales & Strategy
- Compliance, Risk Officers – Management frameworks
- Chief People Officers/HR Directors
Here's what to expect with our Bespoke Search Recruitment Service:
- Recruitment Strategy Consultation: We work with you to understand the role’s importance, cultural context and long-term impact, then craft a recruitment strategy aligned with your goals.
- Priority Allocated Search Time: Your role becomes a priority within our team, ensuring your vacancy gets the attention and resources it deserves.
- Passive Market Sourcing: We don’t just rely on applications—we go out and find top talent that isn’t actively looking, using advanced tools and targeted outreach.
- Focused Advertising Campaigns: We invest in smarter, more engaging ads including animated LinkedIn visuals, targeted job board placements and high-impact messaging.
- Video Briefings & Interviews: You’ll connect directly with your dedicated consultant through video meetings, ensuring clear communication and better alignment.
Our Results Speak Volume.
While the industry average success rate for bespoke – level assignments is 57.8%, Utility People consistently achieves an outstanding 74.6%. We attribute this to our sector expertise, robust processes and strong client relationships.
This is a testament to our expertise, sector focus and unwavering commitment to getting it right.
Who is our Bespoke Search for:
- Employers hiring for roles where skill shortages exist or where competition for talent is intense.
- Businesses with critical vacancies that require active headhunting or bespoke employer branding.
- Companies that need extra support in candidate attraction and selection but prefer not to commit to an executive search model.
Why choose Bespoke Search Recruitment :
Bespoke Search Recruitment is a proactive approach to hiring. Instead of waiting for candidates to find you, we find them. We represent your brand professionally and consistently across platforms, increasing trust and interest from high-calibre talent.
We know that some roles demand a little more—more research, more time, more creativity. Bespoke Search allows us to dedicate those extra resources to ensure a great hire, not just a quick hire.
And because our team specialises in energy and utilities, we already know where to look, who to talk to and how to pitch your opportunity effectively.
What makes Utility People Utility People different??
We’re not a volume-based agency. Our focus is on quality over quantity. With Bespoke Search, you receive:
- Enhanced candidate profiling and assessments.
- Transparent communication and weekly progress reports.
- Thoughtful collaboration designed to fine-tune each stage of the hiring journey.
Every aspect of Bespoke Search is engineered to drive better results while keeping the process clear, collaborative and candidate-focused.
If you’re hiring for a key role and need a partner who understands how to attract the best, not just the available, our Bespoke Search service is the solution.
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