Challenging Expectations, Igniting Careers
At The Sterling Choice, we are a highly experienced recruitment agency with a passion for matching candidates with businesses that share their values and visions. With years of expertise in the Food, FMCG, and Engineering sectors, we take a unique approach to recruitment that prioritizes people, personality, and shared values.
Our Team
Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse backgrounds and careers, including hospitality, leisure, and sales. What unites us is our genuine interest in people and our passion for igniting careers. We don't just focus on skills and qualifications; we take the time to understand the values and motivations of both our candidates and clients to create lasting matches.
Our Solution
Our 7-stage process is designed to create a seamless experience for both candidates and clients. We take the time to get to know our clients' and candidates' values, visions, and requirements to ensure a perfect fit. By using psychometric testing and leveraging technology, we reduce time to hire and deliver a highly valuable service to both parties.
Our Values
Values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that shared values, visions, and values are the key to building strong and lasting relationships. Our values reflect our commitment to supporting our clients and candidates, providing a personalized service, and embracing innovation and growth.
Our Story
The Sterling Choice was founded in August 2013 by co-founders Gareth and Lukas. We started small, working from a dining room table, and have since grown to become a leading recruitment agency in the Food, FMCG, and Engineering sectors. We've expanded our office several times to accommodate our growing team, and we're proud to have reached our current milestone.
Why Choose Us
We're not just another recruitment agency; we're a team that delivers forward-thinking people strategies. Our unique approach to recruitment focuses on matching candidates and clients based on shared values and visions, rather than just skills and qualifications. We don't believe in quick fixes; we focus on creating sustainable talent solutions that benefit both our clients and candidates.
Industry Knowledge
Our experience within the Food, FMCG, and Engineering sectors provides us with an unparalleled advantage in seeking out the most exceptional individuals in the country. We don't just fill roles; we create a future-proof strategy that is built on identifying a business's core talent requirements.
Unsatisfactory Experiences
Some customers have reported disappointing experiences with Sterling Choice. Humble Me, for instance, gave the agency a 1-star rating, stating that they found the agency to be disrespectful, unprofessional, and misleading. They claimed that the agency prioritized candidates with experience, despite job postings stating otherwise. Paul Cooke also had a negative experience, as he received no communication or pay for nearly four weeks.
Satisfactory Experiences
On the other hand, many customers have reported positive experiences with Sterling Choice. Jeanne Malene Tonon, Sean Anderson, Sumair Khan, Francis Massey, Sarah Storr, and Bora Denli all gave the agency 5-star ratings. They praised the agency's excellent services, professionalism, and ability to care about their career goals. For example, Jeanne Malene Tonon appreciated the agency's help in progressing her career, while Sean Anderson was thrilled with the agency's unexpected job offer. Francis Massey described the agency as "great" and "professional", and Sarah Storr commended the agency's expertise in finding the right candidates.
Follow-ups and Aftercare
Several customers also appreciated the agency's follow-up services, including regular check-ins to see how they were settling into their new roles. Sean Anderson received a call from Annaliese within his first four weeks of starting the new job, while Bora Denli thanked Sam Thompson for his support throughout the process.
