Mike Thornhill

This 2 minute read gives quick and effective tips that are useful for all levels, from fresh grads to Chief Legal Officer. Give them a go!

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Want to know what's going on in the middle east talent market? 1 hour to get all the updates you need from the people who know it best. If you want to know what trends are happening with salaries, benefits, what candidates are looking for and our predictions for the rest of the year then tune in. Link in the comments.

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At Milburn Lewis, we've been working with clients in the Middle East for the last 15 years, sourcing M&A talent locally and from global markets, particularly Europe. Here's a few thoughts on ways M&A professionals can stay relevant to potential employers: 🌐 Embrace Diversity - The Middle East is a rich tapestry of cultures and economies. Dive deep into understanding local market nuances and regulations. 📊 Upskill Regularly - The regions demand tech-savvy finance experts. From blockchain to AI, ensure your skillset remains up to date. 🤝 Foster Relationships - Networking is gold. Build genuine connections within the industry that can offer insights and open doors. ✔️ Be Adaptable - Regulatory changes can be swift. Adaptability isn't just an asset; it's a necessity. As with so many things, it's about relationships that work toward shared goals. If you're thinking about a move or scouting standout talent, Milburn Lewis has deep experience working in this market. Share your thoughts or drop me a line to [email protected] to explore how we can support your journey. #Finance #MiddleEast #CareerGrowth

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𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 🌍 One of our most popular products in the Middle East is our data-driven talent insights, which are individually crafted for each client. Our goal is to empower the people we work with to make strategic decisions on where they source talent from globally 🌐   Our data-driven insights offer several benefits to our clients: ✅ Improved Candidate Quality 🧠 Enhanced Decision Making ⏱️ Cost and Time Efficiency 🤝 Increased Level of Diversity and Inclusion 🗂️ Better Workforce Planning 🌟 Enhanced Candidate Experience 🎯 Talent Alignment with Business Goals Incorporating these insights into the hiring process enables our clients to make more informed, efficient, and effective hiring decisions, ultimately leading to a stronger, more capable workforce 💪 If you want to understand more about what we do, please drop me a message or email me at [email protected] 📩 #data #talentinsights #informedhiringdecisions

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If you're in the UAE and reading this, it's highly likely you're facing employment challenges right now. No surprises that the latest S&P Global United Arab Emirates PMI numbers are in, and it's clear, we're a slowdown. With growth at its slowest in three years and costs going up. It's a familiar story, but one that's not all doom and gloom. Here’s the thing, UAE companies are still pushing forward, hiring, and expanding. That’s resilience right there. Even with the PMI index dipping to 53.7, remember, anything above 50 signals growth. This demonstrates a significant capacity for resilience and adaptation. Businesses are not just surviving, they are strategizing, finding new ways to optimize operations and pass value to consumers. At Guildhall, we see this daily—companies are actively seeking dynamic professionals who can innovate and drive efficiency in challenging times. Despite the challenges, we're seeing businesses remain optimistic and ready to grow. This is the kind of spirit that makes the UAE market so robust. At Guildhall, we’re right in the thick of it, helping our clients adapt and find the top talent they need to keep thriving, no matter the economic weather. We’re all about connecting you with people who aren’t just skilled, but are ready to step up and help you lead through these shifts. So yes, times are a bit tough, but the opportunities are still there. We're excited about what’s ahead and are here to help you find the right people to make the most of it. Guildhall: Your Partner in Growth. Reach out to us at www.guildhall.agency and let’s keep building something great, even when times are tricky.

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❓ Have you downloaded the Exclusive Leadership Edition from our Talent Trends 2024 report yet? ❗ Gain unparalleled insights from 3,000 senior leaders with our detailed guide to the executive talent landscape. I recommend to read 👌

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🌟 Good morning, everyone! 🌟 As Eid Al Adha approaches, many of us in the GCC are looking forward to a long weekend. Since moving to the GCC in 2014, I've observed that certain times of the year, like Eid Al Adha, often lead to a slowdown in hiring decisions due to key decision-makers being out of the office. However, post-COVID, the hiring landscape has transformed significantly. Financial institutions, government-related investment entities, and law firms now maintain their hiring momentum year-round, keeping us consistently engaged. 💼 Currently, we are collaborating with several leading global investors in the GCC. They are actively seeking to strengthen their teams in areas such as Asset Allocation, Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, Direct Private Equity, and Fund Investments. If you are based in a global financial center, working with institutional investors like pension funds, endowments, or global asset managers, and are considering a change, please reach out to me directly to explore our current opportunities. Additionally, if you represent a financial institution in the GCC and are looking to expand your teams, I would be happy to set up an exploratory conversation. I look forward to connecting with you all. 🤝 Email: [email protected] 🤝 #madisonpearl #EidAlAdha #GCC #FinancialMarkets #ExecutiveSearch #Hiring #GlobalInvestors #AssetManagement #RiskManagement #PrivateEquity #Compliance #InternalAudit #CareerOpportunities #FinanceJobs #Investment #ProfessionalGrowth #GCCOpportunities #TalentAcquisition

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First impressions matter! Effective interviews play a crucial role in shaping the candidate experience and can significantly impact your hiring success. Discover key strategies to enhance your interview process, ensuring that candidates feel valued and engaged from the start.

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THE VALUE OF EXECUTIVE SEARCH TO ATTRACT TOP TALENT, PART 6 SPEED: MARKET KNOWLEDGE AND A DISCIPLINED PROCESS Our ongoing series explores the value of recruiters and executive search firms in securing top talent for executive positions. Executive search firms bring unparalleled expertise to identifying and recruiting top professionals, ensuring the best candidates are matched with the right roles. Previously, we've discussed how these firms justify their fees by leveraging their expertise, casting a wider net, providing unbiased third-party input, and maintaining confidentiality. Now, we'll focus on SPEED. The urgency of filling senior-level positions cannot be overstated in the current competitive market. Executive search firms play a vital role in promptly identifying and recruiting top professionals for these roles. The countdown begins the moment a company decides to fill a senior-level position, be it due to expansion, reorganization, or a vacancy. Finding the right executive swiftly and effectively is paramount, as time is valuable. This is where executive search firms shine, with their tailored, disciplined senior-level recruiting process. While many companies boast robust internal recruiting capabilities for lower and mid-level positions, the rapid filling of senior-level positions is not always their forte. This is where the unique capabilities of search professionals, who are constantly plugged into the talent marketplace, come into play. Their ability to swiftly narrow down the search to find the perfect fit is a testament to their indispensability in the process. The ability to swiftly fill senior-level positions has significant implications. Every day a position remains unfilled may result in missing key objectives or overburdening other employees. Additionally, potential profit opportunities and competitive advantages may be lost, underlining the urgency and importance of timely hiring. Ultimately, the ability to execute a fast, disciplined process focused on meeting clients' needs with top talent in a timely manner is fundamental to the success of executive searches. Reputable executive search firms understand the ‘need for speed,’ ensuring that organizations put the right people in place in a timely fashion for optimal success. Our Washington, DC, Managing Director, Walter U Baker, head of the Cornerstone Industrial Practice, is a specialist in executive hiring and assessment processes and is ready to offer all the necessary support. #success #EXECUTIVESEARCH #Leadership

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5 Strategies to Lower Time-to-Hire Without Compromising on Quality 🌟 Here are 5 grounded approaches you can apply immediately: Always pre-define your hiring criteria clearly. - This helps you quickly eliminate unqualified candidates. 🎯 - The main focus here is to speed up the screening phase. 🌱 Leverage technology for initial screening phases. - For the past year, successful companies have optimized recruitment using AI tools. ⏳ - Starting with automated CV scanning saves a significant amount of time. 🏁 Include a standardized test in your selection process. - This approach ensures that all candidates are evaluated equally. ❤️ Promote employee referrals. - Encourage your current team members to recommend candidates. 🔍 - This not only speeds up hiring but also increases the chances of cultural fit. 📊 Streamline communication. - Cutting down on lengthy email threads about scheduling interviews. ❌ - Implement scheduling tools and clear timelines for each recruitment step. 🌐 Implementing these strategies can help you attract and retain top-tier talent efficiently! Emerging Search Consultants #TimetoHire #RecruitmentProcessOptimization #HiringEfficiency #QualityHiring #CandidateExperience #TalentAcquisition #HiringBestPractices #Candidatesourcing #InterviewProcess

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Looking to streamline your interview process? At Camac Talent Solutions, we identified a significant gap in the Consultancy aspect of Recruitment, particularly in the MENA region. We offer a full comprehensive HR consultation on your interview process from the start of our partnership. Here are some key tips we provide to our clients: - Keep it concise: Opt for a three-stage interview process spanning 2–3 weeks for a balanced approach of thoroughness and efficiency - Make it meaningful: Ensure each stage adds value for both you and the candidate being interviewed - Showcase your company: Every member of the interview panel should represent your business, emphasizing what makes you stand out from competitors As always, let me know if you are looking to scale your GTM team and want to look at a different approach to your current HR process. #Recruitment #HRConsultation #InterviewProcess #HiringTips

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Want to stay ahead in 2025? 📊 Our new Salary Guide has all the insights you need to keep your business competitive. Discover the latest salary benchmarks, hiring trends, and the jobs and skills in highest demand for the year ahead. Whether you're hiring or navigating your career, our guide has the insights you need to stay ahead of the market. Access the guide now 👉 https://bit.ly/3BBMA93 #RobertHalfBelgium #SalaryGuide2025 #HiringTrends #Recruiting #Salaries #SalaryBenchmarks https://bit.ly/3YfgR6i

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Every year Bullhorn surveys thousands of recruitment leaders to find out how they're thinking about the latest industry trends, their bottom line, and the challenges they're facing. And every year the results of that survey are revealed to help inform us on the state of the market. If you're in recruitment then participating is key to ensuring the picture is clear, detailed and helpful.... go on, get involved.

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Headhunters often play a crucial role in today’s job market, serving as the bridge between highly skilled professionals and leading companies. Yet, despite their integral role, many aspects of what they do — and how they do it — remain shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Here’s the inside scoop on the truth about headhunters that rarely gets discussed. #hr #headhunting #recruitment #recruitmentagency

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Headhunters often play a crucial role in today’s job market, serving as the bridge between highly skilled professionals and leading companies. Yet, despite their integral role, many aspects of what they do — and how they do it — remain shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Here’s the inside scoop on the truth about headhunters that rarely gets discussed. #hr #headhunting #recruitment #recruitmentagency

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Headhunters often play a crucial role in today’s job market, serving as the bridge between highly skilled professionals and leading companies. Yet, despite their integral role, many aspects of what they do — and how they do it — remain shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Here’s the inside scoop on the truth about headhunters that rarely gets discussed. #hr #headhunting #recruitment #recruitmentagency

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Headhunters often play a crucial role in today’s job market, serving as the bridge between highly skilled professionals and leading companies. Yet, despite their integral role, many aspects of what they do — and how they do it — remain shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Here’s the inside scoop on the truth about headhunters that rarely gets discussed. #hr #headhunting #recruitment #recruitmentagency

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Headhunters often play a crucial role in today’s job market, serving as the bridge between highly skilled professionals and leading companies. Yet, despite their integral role, many aspects of what they do — and how they do it — remain shrouded in mystery and misconceptions. Here’s the inside scoop on the truth about headhunters that rarely gets discussed. #hr #headhunting #recruitment #recruitmentagency

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