Testimonials

Appointment of Monica Arés, Executive Director, IDEA Lab, Imperial College Business School & Academic Director, Experiential Learning, Imperial College London.

“Dr Micah Coston, Head of Practice, Innovation in Education of the Spencer Group, is the epitome of an executive recruiter. He masterfully negotiates the complex dance between the recruiting organization and candidate, never once losing sight of the goals and needs of both sides of the equation. But his brilliance goes well beyond these abilities. He is an innovator in this space, challenging those he works with to imagine new mindsets and possibilities. Micah was instrumental in evolving and crafting my dream position at IMD as Chief Learning Innovation Officer, where I will be imagining and developing the next state-of-the art in education.”

“Working with Micah and the Spencer Group team was an experience that we will renew. From the outset, Micah demonstrated a deep understanding of our needs and of our unique culture and the innovation needs at IMD.  He provided invaluable advice and regular guidance throughout the search process, and his partnership approach ensured that we felt fully involved and informed at every stage. The candidates that he brought forward made the final choice difficult which is a witness to the quality network the Spencer Group has.”

“Recruitment in EdTech is often a gamble. To do it effectively requires a good understanding of the business and the context to help set expectations and match cultures. I have worked with TSG for many years now in a couple of organisations. I have found that the time they take to understand our market and team, help shape the role and then drive prospective candidates is invaluable. They feel as though they are part of my senior team, giving high level market insight and intelligence freely. I value their relationship.”

“They’re an outstanding recruitment partner with over 20 years’ experience and a deep understanding of the eClinical landscape based on their deep understanding of me and the businesses in which I have worked. I trust them to deliver high calibre candidates with the right experience, skills and cultural values first time. Our partnership has helped me consistently build stable, high performing global teams across the eClinical market.”

“The Spencer Group secured three experienced secondary school transformation individuals who have been performing strongly since being in post. The process was rigorous, exhaustive and the team adhered to the sensitivities of the roles at all times. These roles were imperative to help drive and uplift the Trust and the academic outcomes of our students. Through The Spencer Group’s knowledge and expertise of the K12 education space, we were very pleased with the outcome. As such, we will continue to partner with them in the future.”

“Been a trusted recruitment partner for over 20 years, as I have developed and grown many eClinical businesses. Spencer Group has grown with me to find and recruit highly innovative and entrepreneurial teams – I see them as an extension of my team. They take time to learn and understand the market and its challenges, but also valuable time to learn about my businesses culture and team environment to ensure each candidate is the right fit. Never failed to deliver for me, an extension of my businesses.”

“Trust Spencer Group to hire the best’. Spencer Group are an executive recruitment partner I can trust to deliver by identifying and engaging with talented eClinical Professionals, who wish to thrive and grow with me in a fast-moving business. Not only do they provide great advice but they have a deep understanding of the eClinical market and its challenges.”

“Sannam S4 has been through a really exciting business transformation since mid 2020 which required us to appoint a new Global Managing Director based in Singapore and an Executive Director for the UK/EU for our education business. Both of these roles were fulfilled successfully, at the first attempt by Julian Minett and the Spencer Group. What I particularly appreciated working with Julian and his team is that you are not just entering an executive search exercise, but you are going on a professional development, sector insight and highly strategic process. The holistic value proposition Julian and his team offer is genuinely unrivalled and has had a hugely positive impact on Sannam S4. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Julian Minett and the Spencer Group for the accolades they deserve.”

“They have an excellent network and proven recruitment strategies, making them an ideal executive recruitment partner. Known for their ability to be proactive and constantly engaged in order to secure market leading talent in a rapidly growing organisations for the long term.”