Dave Conaghan
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Benji Hall
I would highly recommend Dave as a recruiter. His success is clearly based on combining his coaching expertise, fastidious attention to what will make a role successful, and an incredibly empathetic nature in understanding a candidate's strengths and motivations. Every interaction with Dave was an absolute pleasure, and I felt a had a champion in my corner at every step. Dave's communication throughout was superb, and I felt I had a real partner in preparing for success during the recruitment process. In searching for new talent, I will always turn to Dave first.
Nic Van der Westhuizen
I recently had the pleasure of using Dave's services to recruit for our business and was simply blown away by his approach! His first request was to meet at our offices to get a sense of the business, the culture and really get a clear understanding of what we were looking for. Probably as important, was Dave using that opportunity in getting a sense of what personality type would work with our team. His instinctive and targeted approach led him to present a shortlist of 3 candidates, all of a super high quality, all with the right skillset and desired experience, far exceeding our expectations. Happy to say we were ecstatic with our decision and are super excited about our collective future. Dave was super easy to work with, pragmatic and understanding. I highly recommend his personalised style of managing the process which definitely delivers quality results!
Benji Hall
I would highly recommend Dave as a recruiter. His success is clearly based on combining his coaching expertise, fastidious attention to what will make a role successful, and an incredibly empathetic nature in understanding a candidate's strengths and motivations. Every interaction with Dave was an absolute pleasure, and I felt a had a champion in my corner at every step. Dave's communication throughout was superb, and I felt I had a real partner in preparing for success during the recruitment process. In searching for new talent, I will always turn to Dave first.
Nic Van der Westhuizen
I recently had the pleasure of using Dave's services to recruit for our business and was simply blown away by his approach! His first request was to meet at our offices to get a sense of the business, the culture and really get a clear understanding of what we were looking for. Probably as important, was Dave using that opportunity in getting a sense of what personality type would work with our team. His instinctive and targeted approach led him to present a shortlist of 3 candidates, all of a super high quality, all with the right skillset and desired experience, far exceeding our expectations. Happy to say we were ecstatic with our decision and are super excited about our collective future. Dave was super easy to work with, pragmatic and understanding. I highly recommend his personalised style of managing the process which definitely delivers quality results!
Benji Hall
I would highly recommend Dave as a recruiter. His success is clearly based on combining his coaching expertise, fastidious attention to what will make a role successful, and an incredibly empathetic nature in understanding a candidate's strengths and motivations. Every interaction with Dave was an absolute pleasure, and I felt a had a champion in my corner at every step. Dave's communication throughout was superb, and I felt I had a real partner in preparing for success during the recruitment process. In searching for new talent, I will always turn to Dave first.
Nic Van der Westhuizen
I recently had the pleasure of using Dave's services to recruit for our business and was simply blown away by his approach! His first request was to meet at our offices to get a sense of the business, the culture and really get a clear understanding of what we were looking for. Probably as important, was Dave using that opportunity in getting a sense of what personality type would work with our team. His instinctive and targeted approach led him to present a shortlist of 3 candidates, all of a super high quality, all with the right skillset and desired experience, far exceeding our expectations. Happy to say we were ecstatic with our decision and are super excited about our collective future. Dave was super easy to work with, pragmatic and understanding. I highly recommend his personalised style of managing the process which definitely delivers quality results!
Benji Hall
I would highly recommend Dave as a recruiter. His success is clearly based on combining his coaching expertise, fastidious attention to what will make a role successful, and an incredibly empathetic nature in understanding a candidate's strengths and motivations. Every interaction with Dave was an absolute pleasure, and I felt a had a champion in my corner at every step. Dave's communication throughout was superb, and I felt I had a real partner in preparing for success during the recruitment process. In searching for new talent, I will always turn to Dave first.
Nic Van der Westhuizen
I recently had the pleasure of using Dave's services to recruit for our business and was simply blown away by his approach! His first request was to meet at our offices to get a sense of the business, the culture and really get a clear understanding of what we were looking for. Probably as important, was Dave using that opportunity in getting a sense of what personality type would work with our team. His instinctive and targeted approach led him to present a shortlist of 3 candidates, all of a super high quality, all with the right skillset and desired experience, far exceeding our expectations. Happy to say we were ecstatic with our decision and are super excited about our collective future. Dave was super easy to work with, pragmatic and understanding. I highly recommend his personalised style of managing the process which definitely delivers quality results!
Experience
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ELE Group
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New Zealand
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal Consultant
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Dec 2022 - Present
Contracted to consult and build the permanent recruitment capability of a highly successful NZ owned Professional Services organisation with strong values at the very heart of the business. Tipu Tahi whanau ~ let's "Grow Together". Contracted to consult and build the permanent recruitment capability of a highly successful NZ owned Professional Services organisation with strong values at the very heart of the business. Tipu Tahi whanau ~ let's "Grow Together".
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Evolution
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New Zealand
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Staffing and Recruiting
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Recruiter / Head-Hunter | Coach | Facilitator | Lifestyle Alchemist
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Jan 2007 - Present
I see my role as far more than simply introducing talent to an employer. With each assignment comes the chance to help you make the most of your new opportunity. To use the change as a catalyst for personal development. For employers, my aim is to exceed expectations. Each assignment is an opportunity to contribute to the exceeding of targets, driving change and/or the achievement of strategic goals. Providing platforms for personal evolution is my passion. It’s what I do, you could say “it’s my purpose”. Representing and recruiting the best talent across the globe for twenty years has provided an outstanding insight into what I understand to be “success” factors – Common threads which enable positive change. Researching and documenting the journeys of hundreds of people from myriad backgrounds, the formula is abundantly clear. The great news is that it’s available to everyone; yes everyone! They say, “time flies”. Well, to me the life we choose to lead is a long-term game – it requires a strategy. You certainly won’t change anything unless you make the first move. To realise your potential requires, discipline, focus and action. The evidence is undeniable that consistent “success” factors positively influence Wealth, Health, Happiness and omnipresent Well-Being. It’s also undeniable that Wealth, Health and Happiness are right in front of you. Show less
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Parker Bridge
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New Zealand
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recruiter / Head-Hunter I Business Manager I Mentor I Trainer and Facilitator
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Feb 1999 - Dec 2006
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Education
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The University of Auckland
Bachelor's degree, Business/Commerce, General
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