Our Difference

Our advantage resides in our consultants’ unrivalled market knowledge, broad networks and expertise in recruitment.

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Our advantage resides in our consultants’ unrivalled market knowledge, broad networks and expertise in recruitment.

Since the business began in 2010, Keegan Adams has focused on the financial services industry. This means we bring our deep understanding of the companies, cultures and people to every engagement.

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Lasting, beneficial relationships with our clients and candidates are what define our business

There are three things that set Keegan Adams apart:

1. Deep financial services industry expertise Keegan Adams was founded in 2010 and has intentionally remained a boutique recruitment consultancy that specialises in the financial services industry. This means we have deep networks in the industry and a thorough understanding of how the sectors work. The result is our clients and candidates can talk industry lingo to us without the need to explain. We get it.

2. Strong relationships with clients and candidates

We are here for the long-term which means our values align around always doing the right thing. This includes helping our clients protect their team from poor recruitment industry practices. It means taking the time to understand what our clients need and, through above-average relationship spans, we can help find the right candidates. As a result of that commitment coupled with our industry focus, we have nurtured deep and broad relationships across all sectors and at all levels. We can fill a variety of roles by knowing our clients and the candidates.

3. Expert knowledge of the financial services industry labour market

The labour market never stands still. What worked in terms of recruiting a great candidate last quarter may not work again this quarter. Economics change and so do expectations on both sides of the labour market. By working across sectors, companies, and job types, we know what is currently working and how things are likely to evolve in the immediate future. We harness our understanding of the market to guide our clients and candidates, ensuring both sides have a positive experience. We provide a broad range of services to take the stress out of recruitment. We can provide a range of services to help you find the right candidates for your needs. From payroll and salary benchmarking to temporary, permanent, and executive recruitment; we act like your outsourced in-house recruitment team.

Explore what the Keegan Adams difference means for you

We offer the guidance, relationships, and values to find the best talent for your business.

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Guidance from trusted industry experts

Our consultants are experts in their field, having usually worked in the industry before recruiting within it. They are dedicated to providing a personalised and tailored experience for you.

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A strong relationship with a reputable business

Our reputation is built on our service delivery and our commitment to excellence, and we are always looking for ways to improve and provide the best possible experience for you.

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Living our core values through our work

We believe in the values of authenticity, bravery, collaboration, and innovation. We embody these values in everything we do, from our placement decisions to our everyday conduct.

Explore what the Keegan Adams difference means for you

We offer the guidance, relationships, and values to find the best talent for your business.

Guidance from trusted industry experts

Our consultants are experts in their field, having usually worked in the industry before recruiting within it. They are dedicated to providing a personalised and tailored experience for you.

A strong relationship with a reputable business

We provide same day, one day and long term temporary or fixed term contract recruitment.

Living our core values through our work

We believe in the values of authenticity, bravery, collaboration, and innovation. We embody these values in everything we do, from our placement decisions to our everyday conduct.

We provide a broad range of services to fully partner in your success

We can provide a range of services to help you find the right candidates for your needs. From payroll and salary benchmarking to temporary, permanent, and executive recruitment; we have a way to support your business.

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Always a very professional service when dealing with Keegan Adams. They understand the calibre of candidates we are looking for and deliver. Would be happy to recommend.

Wealth Management

Always a very professional service when dealing with Keegan Adams. They understand the calibre of candidates we are looking for and deliver. Would be happy to recommend.

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Insights from our experts

Have your say and gain early access to our remuneration and benefits report

Some of the most common questions we hear from our clients and candidates is the state of the labour market. This not only includes what roles are paying in terms of financial remuneration but increasingly what other components are part of the total package. Flexible working, a focus on diversity and inclusion and other non-financial…

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After the scramble of activity over recent years, no one really knew what to expect going into 2023. As we near the year change, what should candidates and employers understand about the current talent environment – and what should they expect for the coming year?

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How Shifting Your Recruitment Approach Can Help You Attract Better Candidates

The new war for talent In the current talent market, incentives that were previously cutting edge are now basic expectations. Some form of flexible work options are a given. Candidates expect above market salaries. Candidates receive multiple offers and counter offers. To be competitive in the new war for talent, firms are becoming more innovative in…

Six considerations when recruiting top talent right now

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Speed, strategy and counter-offers: how to navigate an ‘intense’ job market

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Jon Michel Partnership

Keegan Adams is proud of our longstanding partnership with Jon Michel Executive Search. Together, our combined capabilities and market knowledge provides end to end recruitment solutions to our clients.

Insights from our experts

Have your say and gain early access to our remuneration and benefits report

Some of the most common questions we hear from our clients and candidates is the state of the labour market. This not only includes what roles are paying in terms of financial remuneration but increasingly what other components are part of the total package. Flexible working, a focus on diversity and inclusion and other non-financial…

Extra 10%

Job hunting can be a daunting and stressful process. You need to stand out from the crowd and impress potential employers with your skills, experience and personality. But how do you prepare for this challenge and perform well during the recruitment process? Here are some tips that are not commonly discussed, but can make a…

After the scramble of activity over recent years, no one really knew what to expect going into 2023. As we near the year change, what should candidates and employers understand about the current talent environment – and what should they expect for the coming year?

Four hiring trends in 2023 + four predictions for 2024   Market trends in 2023  The great slowdown When this year began, there seemed a disconnect between the gloomy outlook forecast by media and the amount of work we were engaged in with clients. Despite what pundits were reporting, the financial services industry labour market…

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Why you need a good CV more than ever.

With everyone working remotely, the written parts of your job application are essential for getting your application over the line. Here’s some tips on making your CV/resume shine. With the world becoming more digital and less personalised, a strong CV is more important than ever for landing you that next role. Many places are back…

Want to nail your next job interview? From industry professionals to you, here are our top tips.

Interviews have become even more critical in the war for talent.  Employers are looking far beyond what you look like ‘on paper’. They want to understand your motivations and drivers. They want to find people who are a good cultural fit and who are going to be part of their future. Over the last 2 years…

How Shifting Your Recruitment Approach Can Help You Attract Better Candidates

The new war for talent In the current talent market, incentives that were previously cutting edge are now basic expectations. Some form of flexible work options are a given. Candidates expect above market salaries. Candidates receive multiple offers and counter offers. To be competitive in the new war for talent, firms are becoming more innovative in…

Six considerations when recruiting top talent right now

For many of us, extended lockdown is coming to an end. This is creating a big challenge for employers who are trying to attract the best talent in a market that is already fiercely competitive. Here are some considerations for employers wanting to hire the best people. The current jobs market is the most competitive…

Speed, strategy and counter-offers: how to navigate an ‘intense’ job market

An unusually buoyant job market has seen recruitment processes moving very fast, and candidates receiving multiple offers within a short time. Here we discuss how both employers and candidates can navigate this situation. Recently, we had a candidate who was looking for a new role in operations at an investment management company. They ended up…

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