VMA Group

Telephone: +44 (0)20 7436 4243

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy of exacting the highest ethical standards has ensured our reputation as a search partner you can truly trust.

We will ensure that we provide a highly professional service which is methodical, built on integrity and conducted with discretion and in complete confidence. This will foster a successful long-term client relationship built on a sound understanding of your needs, culture and philosophies. Our honesty and commitment to you will be unwavering throughout

Total commitment to succeed

As a retained client, we will not approach any of your employees

And we will not conduct a simultaneous assignment which would conflict with your brief.

Successful appointments are paramount. Your time is valuable and we recognise this.

On every assignment, from outset to conclusion, you can be assured of professionalism and continuity. Every candidate is met and fully screened to our exacting standards and we pride ourselves on our ability to build lasting relationships with them. We give honest, considered and unbiased advice on their development and career potential.

Because we invest time with our candidates, you can be confident that we not only understand your requirements but will present applicants of the highest quality both culturally and professionally.

The Search Process

Our recommendation can only be made when we know your needs. A face-to-face meeting enables us to understand your culture and establish the parameters and scope of the assignment and will therefore determine the solution best suited to you.

Executive Search: this is the most comprehensive and detailed form of selection drawing on our extensive research resources.

Advertised Search: a good advertisement can tempt candidates from all sectors and reach the widest audience in the shortest possible time. Advertising the post you wish to fill gives you the opportunity to maximize your own success and growth, or using our banner, keep your anonymity. Candidates will also have access to your advertisement online through our website.

Project based research: we pride ourselves on our ability to permeate many areas of your business. Therefore one-off projects on remuneration, competition and industry trends can be conducted easily.

Psychometric testing: through an external, accredited company we can have your candidates assessed.

Reference checking: we can conduct formal or informal reference checks on your behalf.