About Us
Ink Search is a boutique recruitment firm with a truly global reach. With 15 years dedicated to the Commodities and Energy Technology markets, we offer unprecedented access to a global network of highly skilled, hard to find, industry-specific candidates.
We represent some of the worlds most recognised brands in the Natural Resources sector. We work in partnership with our clients and candidates to offer a high quality, inclusive recruitment service across Exec Search, Interim, Contract and Contingent Permanent recruitment activity.
The global commodities market is a complex ecosystem that has a direct impact on all of our lives.
The food we consume, the energy we use to heat our homes, our methods of transportation and the buildings we work within are all critical components essential to our day to day lives. Energy and Commodity sources remain abundant yet as demand increases, many organisations are having to make long term decisions that accelerate change for greater efficiency and to add greater value to their customer demographic.
Technology and Digitisation are at the forefront of this change. Whilst customer demand remains strong, Innovation and Digital Instruments such as Cloud, IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Machine learning, Super Computing, Blockchain and Data Science offer an opportunity for organisations within the Commodities markets to meet business demand whilst gaining market share.
With the introduction of these new technologies, the shape and structure of traditional organisations operating within the sector are dramatically changing. Commodities firms see a world where AI / Automation will become the norm and tasks such as determining hedging positions, the management of vessels, risk optimisation, weather prediction and systematic trading will be managed by machines as much as by employees. This change is driving a modernisation within the workforce.
This is precisely where Ink Search operate. We partner with clients and candidates to help enable valuable business change through the use of advanced technologies and skill sets. We offer a consultative, high quality approach to every assignment ensuring we identify, attract, recruit and retain the best quality candidate for every opportunity, whether that be an Executive Leader or Interim Project Resource.
Ink Search operate primarily within 4 key markets
OIL
METALS
AGRICULTURE
GAS & POWER
Who do we recruit?
Ink Search are recognised as true Industry experts we represent clients of every size and complexity ranging from Fintech start-ups to Global Multi-Nationals. We recruit across the Mid-Senior technology spectrum.
Clients
“We do things the way we do them because we firmly believe it’s the best way to do recruitment”
Each member of Ink Search owns their own recruitment process from start to finish. The Directors aren’t working in the back office agreeing stat’s and KPI’s, we’re speaking to and meeting with the bleeding edge of the global commodities market.
We’re understanding change and demand, we’re hosting events on pertinent topics, were taking note of the finer market details that impact Human Capital, all the while, discreetly representing a host of attractive candidate and client propositions that enable everyone to fulfil their business and personal objectives.
Ink Search offer a defined approach to every opportunity and have a logical process to ensure success.
- We Quality and Collaborate to ensure we understand the demands of our customers.
- We map the market and engage with potential applicants suited to the role – irrespective of whether they are an active job seeker or (most often), not.
- We interview every candidate against an agreed list of competencies, presenting the most relevant shortlist
- We facilitate and co-ordinate the interview process, ensure clarity on expectations from both applicant and client and manage the offer / acceptance / resignation process.
- Ink Search offer reference checking and support the successful candidate through their resignation period.
Candidates
We regard every candidate as important as anyone else, irrespective of your level. Importantly, we spend lots of time with our clients.
We believe it’s essential to offer a clear and accurate view on suitable opportunities and how these relate to your experience. We meet all of our candidates and believe in a personal, professional relationship at every stage of the recruitment lifecycle. We’re committed to diversity in the workplace and where ever possible, offer a diverse shortlist of candidates to our client base.
Ink Search are aligned to the GDPR regulations. We have strict internal policies and processes to ensure your data is always protected and entirely within your control.
Ink Search are a socially responsible business.
We donate 1% of our annual gross profit to charitable causes designed to assist underprivileged people with shelter, support and education
Your turn to make a move
Feel free to reach out to us and introduce yourself at any time. We’re keen to talk.
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