The best candidates
want more

Whymatters

We’ve spent years unearthing the wider ambitions, hopes and dreams of our candidates, so we can do what’s right by them.

Today, they look for the same in any prospective employer. They want to understand your bigger picture. What’s important to you beyond the technical, the numbers, the accolades. They want to know where you’re heading. And why it matters.

01It’s called ‘onboarding’ for good reason

People ‘board’ something when they believe it’s going on a journey they want to be on.

When companies are clear about their journey – where they’re going, their purpose and why it’s important to them, it makes everything easier – most importantly, attracting and retaining talent.

02Everybody’s talking about purpose

The transformational effect of finding and defining a more compelling and purposeful ambition, beyond the numbers, beyond the status – whether for individuals, teams or businesses – is being realised and acted upon through every business sectors across the world.

‘Purpose-driven companies witness higher market share gains and grow three times faster on average than their competitors, all while achieving higher workforce and customer satisfaction’.

Principal of Brand & Growth Strategy, Deloitte Consulting

The supporting data is undeniable, and the working examples of commercial impact are vast. But the most compelling reason for getting to grips with it is how acutely it reflects the fast-changing outlook and attitudes of people – employees and prospective talent – the world over.

03Why ask y?

Just about every sector is in the midst of a skills shortage – it’s a major issue inhibiting stability and plans for growth. Attracting and retaining the right people is now a priority for our clients, and having a clear sense of purpose that matters, is absolutely essential for that.

We’ve done it. We worked with y? who help organisations of all shapes and sizes, find, define and embed authentic and compelling purpose, over and above conventional metrics. We found our way to ‘good people’, and things changed.

We have now partnered with y? in order to help our clients with this growing challenge.

If you’re curious, please get in touch to find out how we might help you, help us, to better help you.

People we’ve helped

“Before working with Locri, I never trusted a  recruiter to match me with the right office. My experience with Locri was different. Pablo was very attentive and took the time to understand my experience, skills and strengths, and advised me on the market, given I was new to London.

Our conversations flowed seamlessly and it always felt like talking to a friend than a recruiter. Given the architectural design industry operates with constant deadline pressure, it is important to be working with good people and having good work culture. That is exactly who he matched me with, and I very much appreciate it.”

Senior Associate, Planning and Landscape, WATG

“I am grateful to have been approached by Pablo for job opportunities. He took the time to not just interview me for my experience and capabilities but listened carefully to my professional aspirations and knew exactly where I could belong. He was very attentive, genuine and worked really hard to get me the opportunity that I deserve.”

Jide Sleiman Haidar – Senior Urban Designer – InSite – Dubai

Having listened accurately Zoe knew exactly the type of environmental consultancy that would be the right fit for me. It felt like we were working as a team to look carefully at the opportunities she found in my area. I am now within a multi-disciplinary team that are supporting my expertise and enabling the growth of my skills

Christian Daems – Arboriculturist – FPCR

Richard took the time to understand my skills, strengths and career aspirations. With his experience and his personalised approach, he understood which of my skills are transferable and how I can utilise my experience to different areas in architecture. He gave me great tips and helped me find my dream job.

Kinga Krassoy – Part 2 Architect – BIM Designer – Arup

Richard was the first person to spot my talent and through careful assistance and guidance he managed to get me a job into one of the TOP International Architecture practices in London. My career couldn’t have a better start. I am so excited to see what the future would bring.

Ioannis Giannakopoulos Tselikas Architect – Adjaye Associates

Zoe came in at the right moment when I was thinking about a job search. I had always wanted to work for Arup and she managed to do some ‘behind the scenes’ work and secure me an interview! I am 2 months in and loving it. She has a real knack for finding the best fit for both the employers and candidates, and I would highly recommend her!

Ishbel Macdonald – Senior Ecologist – Arup

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If you’re looking, we’d like to listen

Whether you know you’re ready for a change or you just need a little help to see where your opportunities might lay, as a candidate or client, we’d love to hear from you.

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