Testimonials from Candidates

Below is a selection of testimonials from our candidates placed in practice, commerce and financial services roles. Do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss how we can assist you in moving to your next tax job.

"I was very impressed with Pure from the moment I first saw the position advertised.  Throughout the entire process I was kept up to date and any questions I had were always answered by my Pure contact, Sarah Jackson.  Sarah always took the time to give me important updates as and when she received them even if after normal office hours.  I felt that my desire to secure the position was also felt by Sarah and she displayed genuine excitement for me when I was successful.  I would recommend Pure to anyone and would not hesitate to use them again should I ever need to."

Glyne Chapman, Assistant Manager
Deloitte

"Pure were recommended to me by a friend and I wouldn’t hesitate in passing on that recommendation. The whole process went very smoothly (and quickly) and the service I received from Pure was professional throughout. It was really useful to discuss my options and what I was really looking for with someone who understood my concerns about moving roles and could give realistic advice."
Rachel McGlaulin, AVP EMEA Tax Department
Bank of America Merrill Lynch

"Paul has been a great help and a consummate professional in all our dealings. For me, what set Paul apart was his willingness to really engage and understand my motivations, and to then bring the right opportunities to the table. The investment which Paul made in getting to know me and then acting as a sounding board has been invaluable."
Julian Brooks, Associate Director
KPMG

“Having worked as a contractor for the last two years in London, I have had dealings with most recruiters in this market and can say that hands down, Pure are the best recruitment company that I have dealt with. I was coming to the end of a contract and had been dealing with another well recognised recruiter, which I was finding frustrating due to a lack of communication and organisation at what was for me, a fairly stressful time. As soon as I got the first call from Pure I knew I was dealing with a professional company. I was able to discuss the role frankly with my consultant, she actually listened to what I was saying and tailored her search to what I was asking for. After the first week, I received an email from her that set out all of the roles we had spoken about, listing the progress of each one and I knew exactly who I would be going back to for my next contract. Thanks Pure, keep up the good work!”
Michael Alexander, Tax Accountant
AON (UK) Holdings Limited

'I was very impressed at how much Pure seemed to help me - I really felt my consultant was on my side and wanted me to get the job. He was available at any time on his mobile, which is particularly helpful when you're busy at work, and he even encouraged me to call him when he was on holiday. He kept me informed throughout the interview process. Paul called me up about a job and I don't think I would ever have applied for it if he hadn't called me, so I am grateful to him. Most impressive!'
Sally Gorman, Head of Direct Tax
J Sainsbury

'Pure was very helpful in finding me my new role. The consultants were proactive in finding the right roles for me, but also selective in making sure that they showed me the right roles and didn't show me everything available.
Once I had got to the interview stage, my consultant was very good at letting me know what to expect and how to prepare for the interview. He also kept me updated with progress after the initial interview.
Pure has been a great help in finding me what is hopefully my ideal role.”
Stuart Knight, Tax Manager
Johnson Matthey Plc

'I found the service I received from Pure to be very helpful and efficient from application to offer.  Sarah Jackson kept me updated throughout the process and was able to answer any questions I had along the way.  Sarah always seemed available to discuss my application and I valued being able to discuss the role I applied for with someone who had a genuine understanding of it.'
Paul Twist, Performance & Reward Manager
KPMG

'Really can't fault the process. Pure's consultants were very good to work with. They kept me updated every step of the way and were very professional in the way they dealt with me and my future employer. I was very impressed from start to finish."
Michael McKinley, Tax Director
GE Commercial Finance

“Pure Taxation provides an excellent network of employment opportunities that build upon your UK experience, whether it is your first or tenth role. What separates Pure from other agencies is that they are responsive and have up to the minute expertise when it comes to employment opportunities.
Pure consultants are honest and upfront and will not merely throw any role that comes available at you, which surprisingly is what many other agencies do. At my initial meeting with Pure I was not made to feel that my opportunities were limited without any UK experience. They take the time to assess your individual situation and short to long term goals, understanding that everyone has different objectives.”
Jana Lam, Tax Consultant
Sempra

“Working in a niche area of tax I am used to hearing an Agency saying that the job market is difficult and not many opportunities come along and then hearing nothing more from them.  After my first meeting with Pure I had two interviews with FTSE 100 companies within a week.  As soon as my first interim role was coming to an end I had another 2 interviews with FTSE companies.  Having experienced the flexibility of working on an interim basis and seen the speed at which Pure have always found me work I don’t need to use anyone else, the results speak for themselves.”

Alastair Pride, Interim Employment & Expatriate Tax Specialist
International Power

“I was very impressed with the service I received from Pure. Sarah Jackson is a professional and was a pleasure to deal with. She was very approachable; kept me in the loop with developments; and always answered my questions promptly. Sarah also had a good understanding of the market and the team I am going to join: this personal insight was very helpful. A big thank you to Sarah, I highly recommend her.”

Poh-Leng Devare, Employment Tax Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers

"Pure Taxation has placed me in my last 3 contract roles.  In my dealings with them over the last 4/5 years, one of the things about Pure that I have found particularly good is how they treat me as an individual and not just a one of their many candidates.  They work to maintain a relationship with me both during my job search and once I’ve been placed whilst allowing me the space to make decisions.  I find their advice before and after interviews to be invaluable.  The consultants are very friendly and professional and as such, I would definitely recommend Pure Recruitment to others."
Gertrude Simpungwe, Interim Tax Advisor
Shell

"I was very happy with the service I received from Pure Taxation. My consultant, Bridget, was very helpful, always keeping me in the loop and providing me with detailed feedback which I found really useful. She provided valuable insight in to the team I was joining and understood my requirements as well as the market conditions. I would not hesitate to recommend Pure Taxation for their professional and approachable service."
Jiten Shah, Personal Tax Assistant
Silver Levene

“My girlfriend Helen and I required assistance in obtaining contract tax positions in the UK whilst returning from Australia. We found the Interim team to be superb. They always delivered as promised, keeping in constant contact with us.
We were provided with realistic expectations of available roles and received detailed information and feedback on a manageable number of relevant opportunities which suited our experience and circumstances.
I would not hesitate to use Pure again, or recommend them to my friends and colleagues – their friendly, professional service has been excellent.”
James Smith, Assistant Tax Manager
Grosvenor