My partner and I often say contacting Jobmedia was a little like placing our lives in a safe pair of hands, and there is nothing more reassuring when planning to move to the other side of the world.
We were considering a move to New Zealand from the UK after taking a few holidays there first. We had visited as part of a worldwide trip and were really taken with it, but it was summer and we thought we should try a New Zealand winter. We came back in July 2007 – to the worst winter New Zealand was experiencing for years. It wasn't enough to deter us, however.
We had asked someone at Working In if he had any contacts for us for a recruitment company specialising in sales and marketing. Jobmedia was recommended to us, so we emailed to ask if they might have any advice for us before we visited New Zealand again.
Right from the start we were impressed with the way both Michael and Barb from Jobmedia spoke with us. We had several emails and phone calls with them before we arrived, and I feel they got to know us pretty well. Michael is filled with integrity and professionalism, and really connects with you as a candidate. When you are already in sales and marketing you can easily spot the people who are into it because they love their work and Michael was definitely one of those people.
At no stage did we feel we were just a package on a conveyor belt. Michael takes time to listen to your needs and then network and connect you up with the right job. It is a boutique service designed with the client in mind.
Michael matched me up with a position as an account director with an accredited company when we returned on a short holiday. I am so excited about this position. My partner now needs to get a job as well, and he will have no hesitation of using Jobmedia to help find one.
In all honesty, Jobmedia never felt like it was a churn and burn company. Michael builds long-term relationships and it goes both ways too. I know next time I need to employ someone Michael will be the first person I talk to.
Moving to the other side of the world is a huge step. To be welcomed with open arms, to know you are working with a company who has got your back and is truly interested in you, to have someone who follows up and connects with you on your side is outstanding. It's made the move so much easier and stress free.
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