Am I going about this wrong?
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Am I going about this wrong?

Am I approaching this the wrong way?

I work in digital transformation, primarily providing consultancy services to various departments in the UK government. As a typical ‘government contractor’ (previously self-employed, navigating IR35, etc.), the environment can feel quite insular, often dominated by the same recruitment agencies.

I’ve connected with several recruitment agencies across the UK, but as I near my 50s, I’m eager to explore new industries and find something that brings me genuine satisfaction. When I reach out to these agencies, their responses tend to focus on placing me in a similar role within a different department or through another umbrella company—essentially, it’s the same job, just a different setting. That lack of excitement is disappointing.

I’d love to engage with a recruiter who can help me identify alternative career paths based on my skills and experience, yet they seem less interested in exploring this with me.

Additionally, I should mention that I’m unsure about what specific job I’d prefer. I have a sense of the qualities I want in a role, but the actual job titles or industries are unclear to me.

So, is this on me? Or am I just not connecting with the right people?

I would appreciate any guidance you might have. Thank you!

Recruitment fees in LATAM, specifically Mexico
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Recruitment fees in LATAM, specifically Mexico

Recruitment Fees in LATAM: Insights from Mexico

I work in executive search for a UK-based recruitment firm with a significant presence in the US, specializing in placing C-suite executives in the fintech and crypto sectors.

Recently, I had a pitch with a LATAM-based fintech company that is looking to hire three C-suite executives. They’re offering a cash compensation range of $350-450k USD for each position.

I’m curious about the typical fees that recruitment firms charge in LATAM, particularly in Mexico.

My team usually operates on a retained basis, with fees ranging from 25-30%. However, given that this is for multiple hires, I’m considering proposing a sliding scale: 22% for the first hire, 21% for the second, and 20% for the third.

I want to ensure my fees are competitive and won’t deter the company. Are these proposed rates reasonable for the LATAM market?

Omit failed probation?
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Omit failed probation?

Should She Omit Her Failed Probation?

Hi, recruiters! I’m looking for some guidance on a situation my partner is facing. She (32) spent 3 years in customer service for a well-known fashion brand before moving to their marketing team for an additional 2.5 years. Unfortunately, due to some internal issues and a toxic environment created by new hires, she decided to resign.

Two months after leaving, she landed a role as a marketing manager in a new industry (food and beverage) but just learned that she did not pass her probation period.

Would it be advisable for her to exclude this experience from her resume? I’m concerned that a 3-month role marked by a probation failure could deter potential employers and recruiters.

Thanks for any insight you can provide!

Recruiting in Japan & Sinagpore
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Recruiting in Japan & Sinagpore

Recruiting in Japan & Singapore
Hello everyone!

I’m currently on the lookout for candidates to fill two positions: one in Japan and the other in Singapore. Being located in NYC does make navigating the time zones a bit challenging. Has anyone here had experience recruiting in the APAC region? I’d love to hear any tips or insights you might have before I start reaching out for interviews.

Thanks in advance for your help! 😊

How do I niche down within Financial Markets..
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How do I niche down within Financial Markets..

Seeking Guidance on Niche Strategies in Financial Markets

Hello everyone,

I hope you’re doing well!

I’m currently facing challenges in identifying specific niches within the investment sector, particularly in understanding the unique aspects of the financial markets.

In the tech world, narrowing down a niche was relatively straightforward. For example:

Fintech companies with 50-200 employees > Based in London > Hiring AWS Cloud Engineers.

That was simple!

However, for the past three years, I’ve been trying to apply the same approach to financial markets, and I’ve explored options like:

  • Asset Managers with $1B-$10B AUM > Located in New York > Hiring Quant Analysts
  • Asset Managers with $1B-$10B AUM > Located in New York > Hiring Data Scientists
  • Infrastructure Private Equity > New York > Hiring Data Analysts

Each time, I encounter the same issue: role titles in finance are not consistent across the board. Additionally, a quant analyst at one firm may not see value in connecting with someone who hasn’t worked at a similar company with the same strategy.

I’m feeling quite stuck.

I’m back to where I started, pondering how to determine my niche effectively.

Should I aim for something highly specific, like focusing on alternative asset managers within the energy sector who employ data scientists? I did try this approach, but it seemed that many of them didn’t even have data scientists on staff!

I realize this post is a bit lengthy and scattered, but I would greatly appreciate any insights or guidance you might have. Thank you!

Help please
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Help please

Seeking Advice

Hello everyone! I’ve spent the last two years working in an agency, and while I’ve been doing reasonably well, I’m finding the stress to be quite overwhelming. I’m looking for suggestions on alternative career paths that aren’t commission-based. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Lost my job due to relocation
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Lost my job due to relocation

Seeking New Opportunities in the UK

I recently faced a challenging situation as I lost my job due to the economic downturn in my home country. After being laid off from my role as a recruiter (focusing on executive search and IT) at both a consulting firm and an NGO, I find myself on a journey of personal development.

While it’s been tough to part ways with organizations that I truly valued and learned from, I am grateful for the experiences and opportunities they provided.

Looking ahead, I am optimistic about my next career chapter here in the UK. I am actively searching for new opportunities in recruitment, human resources, strategy development, business analysis, and social impact strategy. With 6-7 years of experience in these areas and an MSc in Human Resources Management (Distinction), I am passionate about helping others find meaningful and fulfilling work.

If you know of any openings or have leads that align with my background, I would greatly appreciate your assistance. Please feel free to reach out via email, phone, or LinkedIn. I’m also open to any feedback or advice you might have for me. Thank you!