"We engaged Montgomery Watt to help us secure a new Director of Construction Projects. As the BT Property & Facilities Services team is creating its UK Hub in Manchester, it was essential we partnered with someone with both local knowledge and national reach. From the initial brief they added value, working with us to flesh out the details to ensure we would attract the best candidates. What I particularly liked was the regularity and insightfulness of the feedback we received. They provided a shortlist of candidates with a breadth of skills who fitted the brief and complemented the team dynamic. The 3 candidates we progressed to final interview all passed the assessment day and I was left in the enviable position of being able to chose from three excellent candidates. Duncan worked closely with the internal recruitment and HR teams and the offer management was well handled. We secured our first choice candidate for the salary and package we expected within the timescales we'd been promised. Overall an excellent experience and I would happily recommend Montgomery Watt."

“I engaged Montgomery Watt for the search of my Head of Property role at Colt. They provided an excellent service throughout the whole search process, from the initial briefing through to the offer management. I was extremely pleased with the calibre of candidates that Duncan presented at the short-list stage. Montgomery Watt clearly invest time and effort to get to know their candidates and understand their suitability for the role and the organisation. I would not hesitate to recommend them.”

“Montgomery Watt were a pleasure to deal with. Their unique experience is invaluable, providing helpful preparation and insight in the lead up to interviews. Duncan was quick to follow up with employers and in providing feedback, all in all it was a great service.”

"Hi Duncan, I just wanted to let you know that the interview went well . Even though I didn't get the specific job I was applying for I was offered another Senior Manager position in the same department so I'm very pleased with it. Thanks for your help with this. The interview preparation really helped me."

“I asked Duncan to come and help us at BT when we were recruiting a number of consultants for our in-house cost transformation practice. We were finding the recruitment process extremely challenging and needed an injection of market and industry expertise. Duncan came on board and over 15 months brought in over 60 top tier candidates. His understanding of our needs and his ability to see potential in candidates allowed us to broaden our search and tap into new talent pools. His candidate management skills helped re-invigorate our brand and re-shape our offer to the market. Duncan is a true business partner, demonstrating a great work ethic and a genuine passion in helping us building our team. I would not hesitate in recommending his services.”

“Duncan provided me with invaluable help in the run up to my interviews. Sharpening examples and experiences to truly bring them to life for the interviewer. It helped me to talk through my skills and experience in a relaxed environment, providing constructive advice on how to best showcase my skills and tailor this to the role I wanted. It was great to build my confidence and look at the situation from the employer’s perspective. I would highly recommend working with Duncan.”

"Duncan was extremely helpful, held detailed conversations over the phone and bingo he compiled a first draft within 24 hours. I can categorically say that this is one of the best service I've received. It takes the pain away of having that excruciatingly hard job of sitting down to write a CV whilst you have a zillion jobs to complete. Don't know why I left it so late. In addition the rates were competitive so it doesn't break the bank. Now I can just send it when I see a job I would like to apply for. Thank you, Duncan."

“I would like to take this opportunity to recommend Duncan Watt to take your CV into a different place as he did for me. It is difficult to come out of doing mode into recognising your own skills and achievements however I am pleased to say that Duncan helped me do just that. I am now in a place where I understand what I have to offer and can look forward to moving forward into the next phase of my career. Time efficient and cost effective service - Thanks Duncan.”

"I worked with Duncan on developing my CV both in terms of content and presentation. The changes made a big difference to my CV and it helped me move on to a better position. Duncan was open, straightforward and very professional. He was also friendly and engaging with his advice and opinions. I would definitely use his services again."

“Duncan gave really sound advice both on a personal as well as on a market basis. He was recommended to me by a business associate who spoke highly of his professionalism. I found this to be absolutely true. His knowledge of people, organisations and CV’s has been top class and has always a positive, can do, common sense attitude.”

"Duncan's review of my CV was so professional. I have worked for the same company for more than 10 years and my original CV lacked the in-depth information to express my intentions for future job prospects, skills and achievements. I appreciated his advice about how to make my CV more attractive to recruiting agencies and future employers."

“Good news I was appointed! I got very good feedback, apparently I got the highest score when they marked the interviews / presentation. Thank you for your help, it was very useful, and I would certainly recommend you to any colleagues or friends.”

“Duncan helped me with my CV and Career Profile. He gave superb advice, and had the insight to help me find next role. A highly caring and professional person with in depth market knowledge of coaching, talent development and CV writing.”

"We engaged Montgomery Watt to help us secure a new Director of Construction Projects. As the BT Property & Facilities Services team is creating its UK Hub in Manchester, it was essential we partnered with someone with both local knowledge and national reach. From the initial brief they added value, working with us to flesh out the details to ensure we would attract the best candidates. What I particularly liked was the regularity and insightfulness of the feedback we received. They provided a shortlist of candidates with a breadth of skills who fitted the brief and complemented the team dynamic. The 3 candidates we progressed to final interview all passed the assessment day and I was left in the enviable position of being able to chose from three excellent candidates. Duncan worked closely with the internal recruitment and HR teams and the offer management was well handled. We secured our first choice candidate for the salary and package we expected within the timescales we'd been promised. Overall an excellent experience and I would happily recommend Montgomery Watt."

“I engaged Montgomery Watt for the search of my Head of Property role at Colt. They provided an excellent service throughout the whole search process, from the initial briefing through to the offer management. I was extremely pleased with the calibre of candidates Duncan presented at the short-list stage. Montgomery Watt clearly invest time and effort to get to know their candidates and understand the suitability for the role and the organisation. I would not hesitate to recommend them.” 

“I needed to recruit 60+ candidates into my team. Our requirements were complex as we are looking for the top 1-2% in the market and are up against stiff competition from other management consultancies and the banks. We were at least 3 months behind schedule and as a result £ms of transformation plans were at risk. Duncan took over managing the agencies and conducted all of the CV reviews and 1st round interviews. He reduced the time my team spent on recruitment by 75% and increased the success rate dramatically.”

“I asked Duncan to come and help us at BT when we were recruiting a number of consultants for our in-house cost transformation practice. We were finding the recruitment process extremely challenging and needed an injection of market and industry expertise. Duncan came on board and over 15 months brought in over 60 top tier candidates. His understanding of our needs and his ability to see potential in candidates allowed us to broaden our search and tap into new talent pools. His candidate management skills helped re-invigorate our brand and re-shape our offer to the market. Duncan is a true business partner, demonstrating a great work ethic and a genuine passion in helping us building our team. I would not hesitate in recommending his services.”

''My first experience of working with Duncan could not have been more perfect, from introductions through to being offered the role. He found me the perfect position and gave me all the support, guidance and confidence I needed to be successful. Always honest in his appraisal, extensive knowledge in his field and a passionate, professional approach, which I found refreshing in an industry that very rarely lives up to it’s promises. I felt an instant rapport, which made me feel at ease immediately. I can wholeheartedly recommend him to both candidates and clients."

“Duncan’s help in preparing for the several rounds of interviews was invaluable. His insight into the kind of questions I would be asked, and advice on how to best showcase my experience and ability, proved to be excellent preparation for the processes to follow.”

“Duncan provided me with invaluable help in the run up to my interviews. Sharpening examples and experiences to truly bring them to life for the interviewer. It helped me to talk through my skills and experience in a relaxed environment, providing constructive advice on how to best showcase my skills and tailor this to the role I wanted. It was great to build my confidence and look at the situation from the employer’s perspective. I would highly recommend working with Duncan.”

"Duncan was a real pleasure to work with. Thoroughly professional, and I found his advice and the services he provided to be excellent. I would strongly endorse and recommend Duncan.”

"Duncan was extremely helpful, held detailed conversations over the phone and bingo he compiled a first draft within 24 hours. I can categorically say that this is one of the best service I've received. It takes the pain away of having that excruciatingly hard job of sitting down to write a CV whilst you have a zillion jobs to complete. Don't know why I left it so late. In addition the rates were competitive so it doesn't break the bank. Now I can just send it when I see a job I would like to apply for. Thank you, Duncan."

"Hi Duncan, I just wanted to let you know that the interview went well . Even though I didn't get the specific job I was applying for I was offered another Senior Manager position in the same department so I'm very pleased with it. Thanks for your help with this. The interview preparation really helped me."

"Duncan's review of my CV was so professional. I have worked for the same company for more than 10 years and my original CV lacked the in-depth information to express my intentions for future job prospects, skills and achievements. I appreciated his advice about how to make my CV more attractive to recruiting agencies and future employers."

“I would like to take this opportunity to recommend Duncan Watt to take your CV into a different place as he did for me. It is difficult to come out of doing mode into recognising your own skills and achievements however I am pleased to say that Duncan helped me do just that. I am now in a place where I understand what I have to offer and can look forward to moving forward into the next phase of my career. Time efficient and cost effective service - Thanks Duncan.”

“Good news I was appointed! I got very good feedback, apparently I got the highest score when they marked the interviews/presentation. Thank you for your help, it was very useful, and I would certainly recommend you to any colleagues or friends.”