Business Details
32 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services in Gloucester
Established by Jon DCosta with over 30 years of expertise, our agency specialises in headhunting and recruitment services for the mortgage, financial planning, and insurance sectors. We prioritise cultural fit and long-term success by understanding both employer needs and candidate aspirations. Our proactive approach targets passive candidates, ensuring quality placements rather than quantity. With a trusted network built over decades, we offer strategic hiring advice, role structuring, and a 4-month rebate guarantee.Our commitment extends beyond placements, providing ongoing support to employers and candidates alike. This dedication to integrity and results has earned us a reputation as a preferred recruitment partner across the UK. Clients and candidates consistently praise our professionalism, market knowledge, and ability to deliver tailored solutions. By combining industry insight with personalised service, we bridge the gap between talent and opportunity in financial services.
Services
Headhunting Services
Candidate Placement
Career Consultation
CV Review
Recruitment Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of sector-specific recruitment expertise
- Proactive headhunting approach targeting passive candidates
- 4-month rebate guarantee on all hires
- 98% candidate retention rate after 4 months
- Strategic hiring advice based on 29-year industry network
What people say
Professional at all times
Excellent market knowledge
Highly recommend services
Supportive throughout process
Perfect role match
Services
Headhunting Services
Specialist headhunting targeting passive candidates in mortgage, financial planning, and insurance sectors. We identify professionals with proven track records and cultural alignment. Our approach ensures employers access top-tier talent unavailable through traditional job boards.
Candidate Placement
Personalised placement services connecting professionals with roles matching their skills and career goals. We provide interview preparation and negotiation support. Employers benefit from pre-vetted candidates with 90% interview-to-hire success rates.
Recruitment Strategy
Strategic advice on role structuring, salary benchmarks, and market conditions. We develop tailored hiring plans addressing specific business needs. Clients receive ongoing market analysis to optimise recruitment outcomes.
Career Consultation
One-to-one career advice for financial services professionals. Services include CV optimisation, interview technique coaching, and market positioning. We offer insights into emerging opportunities and sector trends.
CV Review
Expert evaluation of CVs for financial services roles. We highlight key achievements and sector-specific skills. Candidates receive actionable feedback to enhance their marketability and interview prospects.
People
Jon DCosta
Founder & Director
With over 30 years in financial services recruitment, Jon specialises in mortgage, insurance, and planning sectors. He combines strategic insight with a personal touch, maintaining a 98% retention rate. His network spans UK employers and professionals.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus exclusively on mortgage, financial planning, and insurance sectors with deep market understanding.
How do you find candidates not on job boards?
Our proactive headhunting approach targets passive professionals through a 29-year industry network.
Do you offer guarantees on placements?
Yes, we provide a 4-month rebate guarantee for all hired candidates.
How quickly can you fill a role?
90% of roles fill within one interview round due to our pre-vetted candidate approach.
Can you help with career progression advice?
Yes, we offer tailored guidance including CV optimisation and interview preparation for professionals.
Reviews (6)
Alan Stark
Feb 24, 2022
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Damas Towing is one of the best businesses that I have dealt with. Quick response, great communication, good low price. I will recommend them to friends and continue to use them when needed.
Lee Scotney
Feb 16, 2022
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Whilst I await my decision, regardless of the outcome Jon has been outstanding, with a genuine care to my progression combined with an abundance of advice/knowledge he's more than happy to share and help guide you. My CV wasn't entirely in Jon's search remit, most would discard, however Jon picked up the phone and we connected. This refreshing approach presented me with an opportunity to interview and reach the second stage. Jon's personality is infectious and I would fully recommend him. Jon, I've said it many times to you, thank you.
Kieran Aylott
Jun 08, 2021
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Found Jon during my job search and at a time when things looked bleak on the job front because of COVID. He managed to turn this situation around and secure me an interview leading to employment. Very thorough, strong communication and a great person to deal with all round. He really knows what the businesses he works with are looking for, whilst making sure the applicant is also catered for appropriately. 5* service, thanks Jon
Will Gregory
May 22, 2021
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Jon was incredibly helpful in finding me a new role that would work for me. He is personable and can relate to all of my needs a as a candidate. He has done a great job for me - looking forward to starting my new role!
Hannah Precious
Mar 22, 2021
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Jon is a recruiter who is on the ball. He knew the company he recruited me for very well, he kept in contact with me throughout, and really helped to sell me, and paint a great picture of the company. I am very much looking forward to starting my new role next week! Thank you Jon! You made the process very easy and as with any huge change in life, he was patient and professional, but also brought his personality into the process. As a sales person myself, this definitely made the experience a whole lot easier. At one point he was the ears I needed whilst I was deliberating over the offer. I'd definitely recommend JDC!
Lisa Duncan
Feb 17, 2021
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Jon was brilliant throughout. I changed my mind half way through the recruitment process and Jon was extremely helpful and professional in his response. I then decided to continue my application and again Jon was fantastic. He kept me up to date with Covid updates and enusred I was kept in the loop.
