“I have known Nick Williams for over 10 years and have consistently worked with him over that time. Nick is a straight talker that goes out of his way to know his clients personally and to get a really strong grip on what their business needs are. He knows what type of staff you are looking for, he is always proactive and constantly points you in interesting directions to find the best people even when you don’t know you need them, which is exactly the best time. Nick has a very broad view of the industry and always puts the longterm needs of his clients first over a quick win. What I like most about him is that he can be a tougher judge than me on the best talent”
Nick Garrett, Former CEO Clemenger Melbourne and Sydney
Nick is the person I turn to for objective advice about our industry, agencies, structure and people. As a candidate, Nick is someone who wont just farm out any old role in front of you. He cares about the people he looks after, and cares about the agencies who trust him with finding the best for their business. In turn he’ll honestly and impartially identify where your strengths and weaknesses lie, what the next steps in your career might be, and the options that may suit – whether they be immediately on the table or placements that may need some encouraged patience. Nick has also helped grow our agency and department. He has an acute understanding of the shape of business we’re looking to build, the culture we foster, the roles we need placed with urgency, and the types of candidates we’d move heaven and earth for. Overall I see Nick as being more than just a recruiter. He is a ‘talent advisor’ who at its simplest, can help both you and your business grow and succeed.
Lilian Sor, Chief Strategy Officer Clemenger BBDO
I have worked with Nick since arriving from London 10 years ago, initially as a candidate and then as hiring manager for numerous role over the years. The brilliant thing about Nick, is that he gets it – he spent much of his career in Advertising, so knows what great looks like. He knows the talent market inside and out, so the quality of candidates he puts forward generally exceed expectations. Unlike a lot of Nick’s competition, he has a view on talent in other key markets such as the US and UK, so his talent pool is truly global. Nick has always been an invaluable recruitment partner to me in my career – he is well connected, well liked, proactive, supportive and always insightful – which is all you can ask for.
Paul Coles, General Manager BMF
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Nick over the last ten years and can highly recommend him. When I’ve engaged him to help us connect with exceptional talent, his connections and knowledge of candidates, built over many years, has added exceptional value to the recruitment process. Nick always provides insightful background about a candidates experience and attributes. He takes the time to understand the agency, and the candidates needs, and has delivered some superb and long lasting matches! When I myself was looking for a new role and relocating countries I found Nick to be an exceptional support and guide on the background, history and capabilities of agencies and their cultures and leadership. At all times I had immense trust in him representing me because he took the time to understand what my relevant strengths and experience were and to represent them fully. He takes the time and care to really ensure it will be a good fit for both parties. If you’re looking to build a valuable long term partnership with a seasoned professional then Nick will absolutely deliver.
Joanna Gray, Managing Director 303 Mullen Lowe
I’ve known nick williams for nearly ten years, and during that time he’s not only helped me find great talent for my teams, he’s also been a career mentor, advisor, and connected me with others to help me build my career. What I particularly value in Nick is that he’s not only interested in talent but in our industry as a whole, and helping both creative work and people thrive. I think his experience in creative work is one of the things that sets him apart, along with the time he always takes to offer a listening ear and some great advice.
Alison Tilling Chief Strategy Officer VMLY&R Australia & New Zealand