Here at KES, we focus on nurturing our long-term relationships. The result of this ethos are evident in our performance and longevity statistics.
With over 40 years of combined experience in enterprise software recruitment, we help our clients achieve revenue, customer satisfaction and project & programme targets.
In a saturated market that suffers from considerable hype, we convey a similar message to a plethora of technology recruitment firms, the differentiating factor can be demonstrated by our referees.
“Keith is an exceptional recruiter who went above and beyond to support me during a couple of my job searches over the years.
His dedication, expertise and insightful guidance were instrumental in landing these roles. Keith possesses a keen eye for matching candidates with the right opportunities and consistently delivers outstanding results.
I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a top-tier recruiter.”
“Keith’s BIO pretty much says how it is. It is quite rare these days. I can vouch for his services and professionalism in this competitive field.
After a couple of conversations, he
found individuals that fit our needs and importantly our culture/ ways of working.
Outside of work, Keith is a genuinely nice guy.”
“Keith is a master headhunter and a master of relationships with his clients and contacts alike.
All the years I’ve known Keith, his approach is not just consultative but one of openness whilst being supportive through the whole engagement cycle.
Always open, always available, and totally focused on positioning the right candidate to the client’s culture and requirements.
A true relationship-driven professional in headhunting and recruitment with a wealth of knowledge and contacts.”
“I first met Keith in 2000 when I was SAP Practice Manger for HBS, Keith’s company Fasit had been shortlisted from 24 organisations to provide professional recruitment services for HBS.
I was immediately impressed with Keith’s professional approach and detailed subject knowledge of SAP, he also demonstrated in-depth knowledge of market trends and resource demand.
Needless to say, Keith’s organisation was selected as a preferred supplier and proved time and time again that this decision was the correct course of action. Whenever I had a resource requirement, Keith was always able to identify the individual who had the right skills and qualifications but was also a good cultural fit for HBS – he therefore does his homework to a fine level of detail and always comes up with the goods.
I would thoroughly recommend Keith to any organisation that is looking for a dependable, trustworthy, unique and professional approach to permanent recruitment and contract placements.”
“Keith is one of those recruiters who understands they have a huge impact on both hiring managers and candidates.
He looks to build a long-term relationship – even when no role is available at that time, which is always appreciated. If he contacts you about a role then my advice would be to hear him out, as it is likely to be a good and close match.”
“I have worked with Keith for many years. He is one of the most consummate recruitment professionals in the software industry.
Keith understands the industry, he works to the nth degree and will never place people just for the sake of a recruitment fee. It is all about a potentially happy employee and an even happier employer in his mind.”
“I have experienced working with Keith as both a candidate and a hiring manager. I found him to operate professionally, honestly and ethically.
He develops an intimate understanding of client needs and ensures that he only presents candidates who have the right skills, experience and, perhaps most importantly, are the right cultural fit.
I would recommend Keith’s services as a professional recruiter.”
“I’ve worked with Keith in our agency days and can say Keith is one of the most diligent recruiters I have ever worked with. He strives to do the best for his clients and candidates alike.
Keith has built a strong network over the years, and I am sure he will continue to do a good job. I highly recommend Keith to clients and candidates with hiring needs!”
“Keith has always managed his network professionally and he adds value.
The needs/ requirements (predominantly Sales Leaders, Enterprise Sales & Solution Consulting) that we had at Blue Prism were numerous and always critical, we were looking for the best talent we could find.
Out of the small group of suppliers that I worked closely with, Keith was by far the most successful. What sets him apart is his approach and manner. Non-arrogant and a listener, he is respectful of deadlines and did not waste my time. He is easy to work with, a major ‘plus’ in our industry!”
“Keith has been a top head-hunter for a great many years and always brings first-class talent to technology organisations.
A passion and care for his client and organisation is a rare quality that stands the test of time.”
“Keith is a top-notch recruiter. He knows the SAP marketplace very well and is my first choice for experienced professionals at all levels.”
“He has always been professional, dealing with potential positions respectfully and confidentially. He is genuinely a really nice guy.
Keith placed me at a consultancy after we first spoke in 2015. He has always been professional, dealing with potential positions respectfully and confidentially.”
“Keith made it really easy to help me find something that works for my career.
Couldn’t recommend him enough to work with, super helpful and personable!”
“Keith has been great at providing J&J Consumer with the right level of SAP skills.
He also has a keen sense of our company culture and has consistently been able to provide us people who match that culture.”
“Excellent head-hunter in the SAP resource market. My first point of call for SAP skilled people.”
“Keith has been one of the most valuable recruiters to me for many reasons, he spends time getting to know you and your long-term aspirations.
He puts the time and effort into making sure that you are successful before and after the position is filled as he clearly cares greatly about the candidate as well as the organisation that he is recruiting for.
I would recommend Keith to any company/ individual searching for a job or position to fill.”
“I have worked with Keith for 20 years. He always works to understand my needs and brings forward candidates that are the perfect fit.
At the same time, he always seems to have long-term & trusted relationships with his candidates.”
“I have known Keith for almost 10 years, during this time we have worked together repeatedly on the many recruitment drives I have been a part of.
Keith is a hard-working, expert recruiter who has consistently delivered. He always took the time to listen to and deeply understand my requirements.
He is extremely personable and invests heavily in building strong, lasting partnerships. Above all, Keith sets his expectations of candidates extremely high and will never compromise on calibre.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Keith as someone you can trust and depend upon to find top talent.”
“Keith has consistently provided an excellent service in relation to my recruitment needs.
He always keeps me well informed and is very easy to deal with.”
“Keith has placed me in a role previously and acted as a recruitment supplier to me.
I respect and value the very high personal standards he applies to every dealing I have with him.
The quality of service (as measured by high-quality candidates successfully recruited and retained in the role) is first class.”
“Keith is a top-notch recruiter.
He knows the SAP marketplace very well and is my first choice for experienced professionals at all levels.”
“Keith is an IT recruitment consultant that understands the business and takes an interest in the individual and organisation to make the right match at the right time.
He is both a knowledgeable and likeable person.”
“In my dealings with Keith he has always displayed the highest levels of professionalism, integrity and discretion. He understands the IT sector, as well as both organisational and individual requirements, ensuring that he delivers a high quality service to both parties.
Keith’s personal approach ensures that it is always a pleasure to do business with him and I highly recommend him.”
“I have had the pleasure of working with Keith for a number of years and am always impressed with his knowledge of the market from both sides, as well as his rapid, yet measured response to requirements.
He is a great source of knowledge and advice who I trust implicitly.
Can’t recommend him highly enough!”
“Keith is the best out there in the recruitment business, recently finding me a great position. He has always had my best interests in mind, I have never felt like I was just another sale to
him.
His network and connections in the industry are immeasurable, he really knows everyone! He’s a genuinely nice guy who works very hard in the best interests of both the client and the candidate.
I feel Keith clearly stands out in the recruitment industry since he is a true professional, hardworking, diligent, creative and a true expert in his field. I would strongly recommend him.”
“Keith is simply another level of recruiter. He really did help me find the right role for me, even after a couple of no-go’s.
He came to every call and meeting with a level of understanding and support, alongside a good sense of humour – exactly what you need.
Thank you Keith for the great work and thank you for the champagne to celebrate”
“Amazing service, really helped me through the recruitment process. I would recommend Keith to anyone”
“Keith is a great character who doesn’t take himself too seriously! He’s great at what he does and has built a fantastic network.
He is a pleasure to work with and I look forward to working with him in the future.”
Based in Shoreditch, London, KES EU covers the UK, Europe, USA & Asia. We have conducted successful retained assignments in France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Holland, Ireland, Portugal and Singapore.
All projects are referenceable.
Keith Kavanagh is KES’ principal, with 30+ years’ experience in enterprise software recruitment, please refer to LinkedIn to learn more.
Rory Kavanagh, with 5+ years’ experience in enterprise software recruitment, is responsible for KES’ candidate research and engagement, please refer to LinkedIn to learn more.
We are supported by a small network of technology professionals who have worked for SAP, Oracle, Workday, Deloitte & other multinational corporations.
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