Case Studies

Financial Services

This market leader in financial services has drawn on WTH’s expertise in retail financial services to source people for roles from strategic board positions to administration teams. From finance, marketing and call centre staff to sensitive positions in operational risk and compliance, WTH has responded to the client’s needs confidentially and reliably for many years.

“I trust Wheale Thomas Hodgins to provide the in-depth market information I need to plan for the growth of the business. Tony Hodgins’ fantastic network is the one-stop-shop for candidates who can not only do the job but, more importantly, will have the cultural fit to stay with our business for the long term.”

Kevin Bounds, former Finance Director, Nationwide, NatWest Life, AXA Sun Life UK

If you are looking for the epitome of an innovative, fresh approach to doing business then look no further than Nemo Personal Finance.  Part of the Principality Building Society Group, Nemo has successfully married a refreshingly modern approach of keeping things simple with long established values and financial strength. Since its launch in 2005 WTH has been actively involved in building Nemo’s vibrant culture, assisting the board with team building as well as recruiting for roles as diverse as Operations Director, Training Manager and Business Development Managers.

“Because he takes a holistic approach to building teams, we know we can rely on Adrian Wheale to give us the full picture of the pool of talent available to us.  His knowledge of candidates and insightful commentaries mean that the people we have found through WTH add value to the business and are a great investment.” 

Phil Jones, Joint Managing Director, Nemo Personal Finance Limited

Developing SMEs

Silentnight Group is the UK's leading bed manufacturer with an estimated 25% market share.  Through prestigious brand names such as Silentnight, Sealy and Rest Assured, the Group prides itself on innovation and has a vision of making its brands the most sought-after in the UK and Ireland.

“Wheale Thomas Hodgins have at all times demonstrated a rapid response to all our requests. WTH has an excellent awareness of the market place, a strong database of key individuals and their status, availability and having the qualities required by our business for interim and permanent positions at board level. Steve Broadhurst always ensures that you are given direct and personal involvement and I would highly recommend Steve and his team to solve any recruitment needs.”

Neal Mernock, Group Chief Executive, Silentnight Group

Healthcare Sector

Wheale Thomas Hodgins are the who's who recruitment specialists in the Healthcare sector. Adam Carter is a must-have advisor for any established and growing operator. A friendly and capable bunch of staff who act quickly, quietly and efficiently to meet the task required."

Paul Jeffery, Managing Director, Caring Homes Limited

Stephen Broadhurst has recruited over many years for John Samuel.  John was the Group Financial Director at Ellis and Everard – the innovative chemicals distribution business – and is now Chief Executive Officer of Mölnlycke.   Mölnlycke Health Care is one of the world's leading providers of single-use surgical and wound care solutions to the health care sector.

“Stephen Broadhurst has continually succeeded over the last decade in delivering and completing assignments on my behalf in a manner unmatched by any other recruitment business.” 

John Samuel, Chief Executive Officer, Mölnlycke Health Care

Hallmark Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading care providers of high quality care.  Their rapid business growth is built on selecting and developing people who care  passionately about the support they give to residents and relatives.  Hallmark is committed to be the employer of choice in the sector and their hard work was rewarded in 2006, when they were ranked 51st in the prestigious Sunday Times 100 best companies to work for.

“In the care sector, reputation is everything and that is why our employees are so important. Wheale Thomas Hodgins know that we invest heavily in training and development with each individual having their own long term learning programme.  Adam Carter has a real talent for sourcing people for us who can not only do the job but will also fit in well with our people-centric culture.” 

Avnish Goyal, Chairman, Hallmark Healthcare

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