Case Studies

Hiring talented candidates for UK SMEs and global enterprises is what we do best. Our 94% acceptance rate and tenacity to build strong relationships with both you as a business, and the identified candidates, is what helps drive our team and fills us with a great sense of pride witnessing the results we create.

Coreus presents a series of case studies showcasing successful recruitment solutions across various sectors.

Priority Hire: FD‑to‑MD for a Cambridge Manufacturing Group

“I thought all recruiters were a pain until I met David Dand of Coreus… the recruit was starting within three weeks. Highly recommended.”

Founder, Cambridge Manufacturing and Engineering Business

Service: Priority Hire
Sector: Manufacturing & Engineering
Location: Cambridge
Time to Hire: 3 weeks

The Challenge
A founder-led manufacturing and engineering business in Cambridge required a mission-critical Finance Director capable of progressing to Managing Director within 12 months, supporting growth and a planned exit strategy.

Our Approach
1. On-site immersion within 48 hours to understand culture and leadership expectations
2. Broadened search beyond traditional profiles to adjacent sectors
3. High-touch, founder-aligned search delivered at pace

The Result
An outstanding FD was hired and progressed to Managing Director within nine months, delivering significant commercial and operational impact.

Multi‑Hire Campaign: 25 Electrical Engineers in 6 Months

"Supreme case of multi-hire talent acquisition by David and his team at Coreus. The Build a Team service exceeded our expectations with how many brilliant engineers we were able to hire in such a short space of time. Highly recommend for any business looking to hire at speed without compromise."

Jason. F, Engineering Firm

Service: Multi-Hire (Build a Team) / Talent-as-a-Service
Sector: Engineering & Industrial Automation
Location: North East England
Brief: 25 Electrical Engineers (£55,000-£70,000)

The Challenge
An engineering firm delivering confidential automation projects for a major online delivery company needed to hire 25 Electrical Engineers within six months to protect major client contracts.

Our Approach
1. Embedded specialist engineering recruiter
2. Head-hunting and multi-channel candidate acquisition
3. Structured, repeatable selection and onboarding process

The Result
All 25 engineers were hired within the deadline, enabling project delivery and sustained business growth.

Multi‑Hire: Building a UK Financial Leadership Team

“David’s attention to detail ensures alignment of technical capability and values. His honest feedback enables smooth and effective hiring.”

Finance Director, European Investment Group

Service: Multi-Hire (Build a Team) / Talent-as-a-Service
Sector: Investment & Portfolio Management
Location: London & UK Regions
Salary Level: £100,000+

The Challenge
A European investment group acquiring UK SMEs required senior Financial Controllers and Business Controllers to support reporting, leadership and integration across its portfolio.

Our Approach
1. Deep alignment with values, culture and operating model
2. Precision head-hunting across senior finance markets
3. High-touch candidate experience and structured assessment

The Result
Successful appointments within deadline, followed by referrals for additional senior leadership roles.

RPO / Recruitment Transformation for Landau Morley LLP

"The advertising campaign was effective, and the interview process structure enabled us to adopt a much more consistent approach to better evaluate candidates."

David Passe, Audit Partner at Landau Morley LLP

Service: RPO / Recruitment Transformation
Sector: Professional Services
Location: London

The Challenge
Landau Morley, a London-based professional services firm needed to modernise recruitment, employer branding and selection tools to attract Partner-track senior leaders.

Our Approach
1. Full audit of recruitment, selection and onboarding
2. Authentic employer branding with video, imagery and employee voice
3. Smart selection tools and structured interviews
4. Targeted recruitment marketing for senior roles

The Result
Two senior leaders were appointed, with the firm continuing to use the tools and branding years later.

Client Testimonials

“Coreus offered thoughtful, supportive guidance that helped me explore challenges in a deeper and more constructive way. Their ability to ask insightful questions and reframe issues created clarity and confidence in my decision‑making.”
Paul ChatterjeeDirector - People at Age UK
“An exceptionally professional and dedicated recruitment experience. Their clear communication, genuine interest in my goals, and transparent approach built trust quickly. The support they provided throughout the process made a meaningful impact.”
Jorge MadrigalCorporate Banking & Sales Relationship Manager
“Coreus successfully supported our recruitment for several critical and highly specialised roles. Their proactive and persistent approach in a tough talent market resulted in exceptional hires. A dependable partner for securing scarce or business‑critical talent.”
Marina KooijmansChief People Officer at HLB International
“Exceptional support from start to finish. Coreus took the time to understand my needs, communicated clearly, and made the whole process smooth and stress‑free. A modern recruitment partner committed to both client and candidate - exactly who you want by your side when finding the right role.”
Raj ChanaSenior Finance Business Partner at Paperchase
"An exceptional, proactive service, matching candidates with roles that align perfectly with their skills and career goals, backed by unwavering support and dedication."
Tracy GrazioliHead of Business Development and Strategy at TC Group
"Truly understands our culture, connecting us with candidates who fit seamlessly."
Lesley HornungChief Marketing Officer at HLB International
"The best recruiters I have worked with in my career by far."
Richard NyikaSenior Audit Manager at PKF Francis Clark
"Passionate about their work and honest about what changes are needed."
David RawlinsonManaging Director at Restaurant Property
"It was a pleasure working with you. Honest, easy to converse with and timely communication. I also got excellent pointers to improve my chances of landing a great job."
Thomas Clark, ACAFinance Director at Fabco Sanctuary
"Many creative ideas and action plans to help firms attract and retain talent, which is more critical now than ever. It was a lovely experience working with the team."
Rachel LiSenior Audit & Accounts Manager
"Many creative ideas and action plans to help firms attract and retain talent, which is more critical now than ever. It was a lovely experience working with the team."
Rachel LiSenior Audit & Accounts Manager
"We successfully hired an exceptional and well-suited candidate within a few weeks and at a fraction of the cost that traditional recruitment consultants would have charged us."
Johan AurenManaging Partner at Accountum
"I have worked with the team on both sides, as a candidate as a hiring manager and highly recommend them. Attention to detail and due diligence that results in a great and longstanding matchup."
Steven FletcherFinancial Controller

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