I have worked with Margie Ireland-Sharman for seven years and have no hesitation in saying that her work and counsel has been an important part of my success at a range of organisations over that time. Whether that be with the global beverage alcohol giant, Diageo, the mobile telecommunications business, Vodafone or the entrepreneurial sport business of V8 Supercars Australia.

Margie has always taken the appropriate time 'up-front' to truly understand our business. Whether that be strategically what we are trying to achieve, culturally the journey that the organisation may be on, the kinds of people that we are trying to attract to the organisation and most importantly the detailed specifics of the role we are working on. The detailed process that Margie uses enables her to develop an understanding that goes beyond what in my experience has typically been the case with recruitment consultants. Not only does this detailed process focus on the organisation, it is replicated for each candidate to ensure that we are only evaluating the absolute best candidates that will contribute to the overall success of the business.

One of the most exciting elements to our partnership has been that when we have tabled new ideas about the kinds of people we are wanting to recruit or the manner in which we would like to do it, Margie and her team have always been the first ones to say that they are up for the challenge. Not only up for the challenge but through their enthusiasm, they become a key partner in the end for the business more broadly. And in winning the war for talent, working with a partner who is up for new challenges and ways of looking at problems is half the battle.

Margie has typically demonstrated an uncompromising passion for ensuring that each and every candidate have a great experience with our business and the process of recruiting. So, regardless of the outcome for a particular candidate, they finish the process with a better understanding and more positive view of business than when they started. This includes ensuring that they have adequate feedback on their performance, strengths and development areas.

I have no hesitation in recommending Margie Ireland-Sharman as a key partner for any organisation that is keen to win the war for talent.

CEO – International Events and Sports Organisation

“We have used the services of Carroll Consulting Group for sourcing both permanent and contract Information Technology staff since 1991.

Throughout that time the level of service provided by Carroll Consulting Group has always been of the highest quality. Ian Hamilton and his team have the ability to work in the most professional manner whilst keeping the “personal touch”.

Along with the obvious need to understand the role to be filled and the environment in which we work they have taken the time to understand our specific business and its needs as well.

The documentation provided as part of the interview process has always been of excellent quality. We have always been informed of candidates' strengths and weaknesses, their pro-active follow-up policy with staff who have subsequently been employed, has enhanced the placement process and assisted in quick and clean resolution to any subsequent issues…..”

Media Industry
State Manager – Information Technology & Telecommunications

“I am pleased to advise that we have been successfully using the services of Carroll Consulting Group since early 1994 and since 1995 on a ‘preferred service provider’ basis.

In that time they have been engaged to source a number of professional and senior management positions for our nationwide operations as well as provide other HR related services including outplacement.

A major feature of Carroll Consulting’s success with us has been their partnering approach to our business and their interest in and involvement in the broader organisational and cultural aspects of our organisation.”

“At all times the Carroll staff have displayed the highest level of professionalism.”

Manufacturing Industry
Executive HR

“… Impressed with the enthusiasm, commitment and professionalism of Carroll Consulting Group.

Their thorough approach from the beginning of an assignment has resulted in short lists of high calibre candidates, all capable of meeting the technical requirements of the position and fitting well in the organization.

I am pleased to recommend their organisation without reservation.”

Infrastructure Client
Manager Corporate Services

“This is a short note to thank you for your commitment in the recruitment of the National Sales and National Marketing Manager roles.

The attention to detail during the initial briefing and your ability to grasp the ‘essence’ of what was required I am sure helped deliver a short list that gave us an excellent range of candidates to choose from. Your interviewing skills and reports gave us an extra dimension which assisted in the interview and selection of the final candidates.

During the whole process you communicated well with all concerned and managed the process towards successful conclusions. This made the onerous task of recruitment so much easier and I am sure has considerably reduced the risk of getting it wrong. I commend on your systems, processes, attention to detail and the other members of Carroll Consulting Group that assisted in putting it all together.

Thank you.”

Wholesaler / Retailer
Advisory Board Member

“ Thank you for your efforts, guidance and professionalism in assisting me with the recruitment for the position of General Manager Queensland.

I enjoyed working closely with you on this assignment and I am confident that Chris will be an excellent appointment.

Ian, I would have no hesitation in using your company again and recommending your services to others. I look forward to a continuing relationship with yourself and the Carroll Consulting Group in the future.

Once again well done!”

Major Franchise Group
Chief Executive Officer

“ I am writing to thank you most sincerely for assisting the Association locate an Accountant and a Donations Manager. These two key appointments require exceptional people to fill these demanding roles. Your professional advice, support and guidance in the recruitment and selection was outstanding and enabled us to locate the right person for the right appointment.

We are most grateful to you and your professional staff for handling the recruitment at a time when the Association was under pressure. Our Executive Director greatly appreciated your prompt support and the efforts of your company to secure such professional people.

Please pass on our sincere thanks to your team for assisting our charity and providing exceptional service and support.”

Not for Profit Organisation
President

“I am writing to thank you for your excellent service in finding staff for us over the past 6 months. I have been most impressed with the way in which your company does business. You are without doubt the best HR consulting firm I have dealt with anywhere in Australia.

Not only can I say that the staff you have found have been of a singularly high standard, but the meticulous and responsible manner in which you have gone about your job has been a real pleasure to behold.
Many thanks for your efforts.”

Major Retailer
General Manager

“…… .one of the most significant factors is that 40% of the managerial/supervisory staff has been recruited through your company, a fact of which you can be justifiably proud. The calibre of the people you have presented to us since we engaged your services has been outstanding. At times it has been a difficult decision to select a prospective employee from the panel you have presented.”

Major Retailer
Queensland Distribution Manager

“I wish to put on record my appreciation of your services in securing two key staff for our company.

As General Manager, Distribution, your candidate has utterly turned around our distribution operation so that we are now at the forefront of service excellence in our industry in Australia and New Zealand.

Without the help of Carroll Consulting we would never have been able to locate these two talented individuals. The professional way Carroll Consulting, and particularly you personally, went about the selection process has led to an extremely productive outcome.
The benefit of our company’s association with you will be long felt.”

Distribution Industry
Managing Director

”Both through my engagement in mid 1995 as a Carroll candidate and my continuing involvement with the group as a direct customer of their services, I can without hesitation, provide a commendation on the superior level of customer satisfaction I have known them to provide.

Candidate & Client
Manufacturing Company

“During the last 25 years, I have been involved in senior management and executive roles within the Private Hospital, Hospitality, and Tourism industries as well as the Not for Profit sector. Throughout that period of managing and leading teams of between 20 to over 1000 people, I have worked with many human resources and recruiting practitioners from in-house structures to international recruitment firms.

In January of this year, I was recruited to my current position by Ian Hamilton of Carroll Consulting in Brisbane after an exhaustive process. I found the methods which Ian employed to be amongst the most thorough that I have experienced as a candidate and somewhat of a benchmark I now choose to use as an employer.

From a client’s perspective, Ian and his team work hard to understand the real needs of clients and deliver thoroughly researched solutions – cost effectively. From a candidate’s perspective they offer an ethical, compassionate and flexible approach.

I would not hesitate to recommend Carroll Consulting to any company looking to recruit to a senior position. They would be assured of a professional approach to the task and could be confident of their company’s best image being projected.”

Candidate & Client
Not-for-Profit Organisation

Margie has filled a number of senior executive roles at (Company) over the years and every one has been a great success. That's because she fully understands our values and culture and the needs of our business.

It's a pleasure to have Margie on assignment, she's completely trustworthy and professional and makes your most important business decision great fun too. 

North American President, (previously CEO Australia)
Food Manufacturing Company

Andrew,

Your efforts over the last few weeks in providing quality candidates for the three roles at (Company) has been outstanding – a credit to you and CCG for the professional approach and commitment to get the right people for the right reasons.

I spoke to (Candidate) just now and he is really excited, as am I with his decision to join (Company). I think he is just what this group needs.

Have a wonderful Christmas and I look forward to working with you all in the new year.

General Manager
Manufacturing Company