Testimonials

"Lister Charles has proven to be a great asset to the success of the Somerfield Trading Manager recruitment campaign placing over 50 managers across the country over a five month period. Their success I believe being down to their ability to connect with their candidates and their determination to succeed.  This added to their dedication, professionalism, and delivery ensures that they will continue to be successful.

Lister Charles have proved themselves to be successful in the retail sector, I would not hesitate to use them again in the future, and would strongly recommend them to any retailer."

Martin Smith - Head of Resourcing Somerfield Group

"When dealing with recruitment consultants, one often feels a sense of concern - will they understand our industry? Will they understand Pret A Manger and it's unique culture? Can we trust them? Will they provide great candidates?

I can honestly say that Lister Charles took considerable pains to make sure that these were not an issue. They have delivered superb results and are one of our most valued partners."

Jason Howling
Management Recruitment Manager

"Lister Charles were given a very specific brief for a senior executive who had corporate disciplines married with an entrepreneurial flair that would suit the changing nature of Pizzaexpress. Within a matter of weeks they had found our man. A job well done!!"

Simon Blagden - Operations Director - Pizza Express

'Lister Charles take time to get to know our recruitment processes and our businesses to ensure the candidates they put forward are genuinely interested in our offer and meet our requirements. As a result we have recruited some excellent General Managers who are making a major difference to our business'

Vicky Taylor - Resourcing & Development Manager - Ember Inns

'Lister Charles' understanding of our industry allows them to provide a specialist and professional service, introducing only good quality candidates. Their team are always efficient  and discrete and we value their service as a vital working tool.'

Andrew Tregenza -  Group Training Manager - Four Pillars Hotels

"We have worked alongside Lister Charles for a number of years and they have consistently provided us with high quality candidates for our management and chef positions.  With their quick and efficient service, along with their friendly and professional staff, they are a pleasure to work with."

Sam Babington - Human Resources Manager

"We have worked in tandem with Lister Charles for several years and they meet all of our criteria. We are delighted with the level of service, professionalism and enthusiasm we have received from Penny and Andrew, our consultants, and we look forward to continuing this relationship as our expansion programme progresses."

Lucy Harwood - Recruitment Manager 

Lister Charles specialise in finding us the absolute best in class candidates. Our recruiters Penny & Andrew listen to our needs and they source our managers accordingly.They provide us with an exceptional level of service, understanding the importance of saving us time through clear & professional communication and no obstacle is too great, no matter the location or size of the operation. This in turn leads to the placement of the highest calibre of candidates.

Emma Jackson - Human Resource Manager

Lister Charles have the ability to match our Brand with the right types of people. Good insight in to our requirements, and a clear knowledge of the way we do things. Some excellent management appointments made.

Helen Toop - Resourcing & Development Manager

"As an independent operator, we were looking for an exceptional General Manager to take our business forward. Lister Charles took time out to get to know our operation in order to send the most relevant candidates. This has resulted in the placement of our fantastic new General Manager and we are delighted with the service we received from the team at Lister Charles and would have no hesitation in working with them again as our business expands and develops"

 Roger Whittaker - Partner

The Waterfront Bar 

"Lister Charles has taken the time to get to know our business and company ethos to ensure the candidates put forward are right for the market in which we operate. Because of this they have helped in successfully introducing several entrepreneurial managers who continue to make a  difference within our business"

Mairi Siva - Human Resources

Barvest PLC

We used Lister Charles to help us with a vacancy for a Bar/ Duty manager. The thing I most appreciated about Paul was the fact that he understood what qualities I was looking for in the applicant and about what the job entailed. I was sent the cvs and all seemed to fit the criteria we were looking for. Interviews proved they were spot on. 

The best thing I can say from my experience is that Lister Charles do not waste your time with inappropriate people, they are quick and efficient and most importantly cost effective. Keep up the standards.

Siseho Lishomwa - Proprietor

Lister Charles do what no other recruitment agency does - 'listen'. Although familiar with our company, their consultant  researched further, listened to our needs and never considered anyone for our company she honestly felt would not fit in. Our company has a very specific recruitment policy, a selective criteria led by passion for hospitality, matched with experience and coupled with a proven track record of commitment and dedication. Lister Charles have delivered to these criteria on every occasion and more importantly the candidates have been someone different, someone special.

Andrew Kemsley - Training Manager