Welcome to Talent Motion

Talent Motion is a relationship driven talent acquisition consultancy that specialises in the ‘Built Environment’, with an emphasis on relocating senior professionals throughout the UK, Asia and Australasia.

Our highly experienced team focuses on key strategic hires where talent cannot be sourced locally. Rather than relying on advertising campaigns, our approach is to personally engage the top 10% of the market, to whom we present opportunities. 

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Talent Motion

About

Dominic Evans

  • Dominic Evans

Dominic Evans - A recruitment specialist with over 13 years’ experience. 

Dominic joined Eden Brown in London in 2002 with a strategic focus on recruiting high level professionals in the building industry. Later promoted to Director, he was responsible for the firm’s executive search activities, undertaking a number of top calibre retained searches across the engineering sector in the UK, Middle East and Australasia.

Following successes with a number of key clients, Dominic founded Talent Motion in 2009 and now delivers senior level assignments whilst overseeing the strategic growth of the consultancy. 

Our Values

Our business is built on a strong foundation of values and a passionate desire to assist our clients in achieving their personal and business objectives, through the acquisition of international talent.

Our considered approach requires that we follow agreed processes, throughout which we remain ethical, discrete and human.

We continue to build upon this robust foundation by attracting and retaining top tier individuals who have proven to continuously strive for excellence.

Our Retained Process

Briefing Sourcing Interview Follow up

Role Briefing

Talent Motion compiles detailed documentation which covers:

A) Company brief, including:
  • Your company history, board and management structures and past company performance.
  • Your company culture, business vision and USPs.
  • Your organisational strategy, team composition and hiring manager profile(s).
  • Your agreed on target organisations, geographical locations and interview process.
B) A comprehensive individual role brief, including:
  • Reporting structure, essential skills and qualities required.
  • The individual’s objectives and performance measurement.
  • Short, medium and long term career prospects.
  • Salary range, full benefits package and bonus scheme.

Candidate Sourcing Strategy

Once the brief is agreed:
  • We initiate intensive research to identify suitable individuals within your target organisations.
  • From this targeted research, comprehensive organograms are provided.
  • After discussing these organograms, the selected individuals are discreetly approached.

Interview and Short Listing

We approach prospective candidates as follows:

  • Against the role brief, in-depth motivational fit and behavioural screening of all candidates is undertaken by telephone before face-to-face interviewing begins.
  • All Talent Motion consultants are interview trained, enabling us to thoroughly grasp the needs and expertise of candidates. Our interview process is tailored to each specific assignment as agreed by you.
  • Upon completion of the full assessment process, a shortlist of suitable candidates is provided. Each candidate is supported by a detailed interview report highlighting strengths, weakness, successes, failures and their motivation for moving.  

Client Interviews and Follow Up Process

Once a short list has been agreed:
  • Talent Motion arranges client interviews with shortlisted candidates. If required, we can advise and assist in structuring an efficient and effective interview process. 
  • Talent Motion makes offers of employment and conducts package negotiations.
  • Throughout the duration of the assignment, we ensure that both the candidate and client are satisfied with the outcome by conducting service evaluation calls.

Open Days

The Open Days

Even in today’s challenging economic climate, competition to secure highly talented individuals remains aggressive. An Open Day is a proactive strategy enabling you to recruit several top grade UK candidates within a limited period. At a promotional event hosted by Talent Motion, we communicate with a sought-after few, highlighting why they should be working for your organisation. 

The marketing in the lead-up to the event publicises:
  • The factors differentiating your company from other organisations
  • The prospects for talented people within your business
  • Specific projects they are likely to be involved in
Talent Motion’s directors have delivered a number of very successful Open Days, representing clients operating in the UK, Middle East and Australasia.
  • The Open Days

The Process

  • Prior to the event, we compile a comprehensive brief on each of your role requirements and an overview of the benefits of working for your company.
  • Interview days are typically held in multi-regional locations, enabling us to maximise the talent pool.
  • The event is marketed online. The campaign includes the launch of a website specifically illustrating the event details, company overview, your USPs and current vacancies.
  • In tandem with the online activities, suitable individuals are directly approached and invited to attend.
  • All attendance is by appointment only, enabling us to screen candidates and allow you quality time with each pre-approved individual.
  • Each candidate is introduced to your hiring manager(s) and we provide a CV, an overview of their move motivations and their salary expectations.
  • Following first interviews, second interviews are arranged and offers are negotiated.
  • The Process

The Benefits

  • An Open Day enables you to target and employ multiple individuals within a specific timeframe, whilst still maintaining an emphasis on quality.
  • Past events have typically resulted in between 10 and 20 hires.
  • You have exclusive access to all candidates in attendance. 
  • The process allows you to pipeline talent for future growth.
  • Past events have generated a positive brand perception for the hiring organisation.
  • The Benefits

Our Success

Norman Disney & Young

The partnership between the Talent Motion directors and Norman Disney & Young (NDY) now exceeds 6 years. NDY are a major firm of consulting engineers with a global presence. Established in 1959, they have offices in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, the UAE and the United Kingdom. Our commitment to understanding their ethos and the drivers behind their significant success has enabled us to secure NDY some of the building services industry’s finest talent.

 
Completed assignments include:
  • Sustainability Leader – Sydney
  • Health Manager – Wellington
  • Senior Acoustic Consultant – Melbourne 
  • MEP Associate Director – Perth 

"Dominic has been working with Norman Disney & Young for several years. Talent Motion’s professional approach, their understanding of our organisation and their ability to match our specific requirements to exceptional candidates sets them apart from other recruitment organisations."

Patrick Fogarty – Director, Norman Disney & Young

CB Richard Ellis

CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) is one of the world's leading commercial real estate advisors, operating from over 300 offices in more than 50 countries.  Their Building Consultancy Division offers a full range of technical and professional skills covering all the practical aspects of owning, maintaining, developing and investing in property of every type. Talent Motion’s directors have worked closely with the Engineering Services team for a period of over 5 years during which time we have been instrumental in acquiring top talent within their Asset & Energy and M&E Design divisions. 

 
Completed assignments include:
  • Director – M&E Design
  • Director – Asset & Energy
  • Associate Director – Energy
  • Associate Director – IT & Structured Cabling
"Talent Motion’s Directors have recruited over 70% of our Engineering Services business unit. In a challenging and competitive market, the level of professionalism, honesty and the A grade talent presented has always impressed us. The individuals we have recruited have added a significant commercial advantage to our business. I have real confidence in Talent Motion’s ability to represent CBRE"
Stefan Desormeaux – Senior Director, CB Richard Ellis

Blyth + Blyth

Established over 160 years ago, independent engineering consultancy Blyth + Blyth (B + B) deliver civil, structural and building services engineering from offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. B + B have a policy that all directors within the firm are active participants in all stages of their projects. By working very closely with the B + B Board, we have been able to identify and secure individuals who embrace this committed approach.

Completed assignments include:
  • Director of Building Structures
  • Associate (MEP)
“Dominic has been working with Blyth + Blyth for over 3 years. His insight into our company ethos and technical understanding of the services and structures disciplines, has greatly assisted in targeting and attracting candidates with the right profile. I have no hesitation in recommending his services to any organisation”
Mike Pile – Board Director, Blyth + Blyth

Testimonials

While living in London I was headhunted for a role in my hometown, Sydney. Talent Motion met with me in person to understand my aspirations and career history. They reviewed three organisations with me and arranged video conferences with each within a week. After weighing up each opportunity, I soon accepted a role with NDY. I was impressed by Talent Motion’s efficiency, communication levels, and excellent opportunities presented to me." Chris Nunn, Sustainability Leader, Norman Disney & Young
I decided to relocate from Sydney to London. After negative experiences with two UK based agents, I was referred to Talent Motion. I was very impressed with their market knowledge, the depth of their client relationships and their ability to match my requirements to that of the employers. We discussed four possibilities and within three days they’d arranged interviews. A month after arriving, I started with CBRE." Graeme Murray, Director, CB Richard Ellis
Whilst working in London, I was referred to Talent Motion. I’m originally from China and wanted to relocate to Singapore. I was given an in-depth interview and they fully understood my expectations. An overview of the market was provided and they introduced three companies. After each interview, I received prompt feedback. Offers were negotiated and they helpfully assisted with the visa application process and smoothed my transition.” Yimin Zhu, Sustainability Consultant, Meinhardt
Talent Motion has recruited over 70% of our Engineering Services business unit. In a challenging and competitive market, the level of professionalism, honesty and the A grade talent presented has always impressed us. The individuals we have recruited have added a significant commercial advantage to our business. I have real confidence in Talent Motion’s ability to represent CBRE." Stefan Desormeaux, Executive Director, CB Richard Ellis
Dominic has been working with Norman Disney & Young for over 6 years. Their professional approach, understanding of our organisation and their ability to match our specific requirements to exceptional candidates sets them apart from other recruitment organisations." Patrick Fogarty, Director, Norman Disney & Young

Contact

Talent Motion
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26 Finsbury Square
London
EC2A 1DS
United Kingdom

+44 (0)203 848 6630
hello@talentmotion.com

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