Kim Wain

“Kim has worked with me over the last 15 years, initially as a career management consultant and, more recently, as an executive coach. His approach has always been thoughtful and Kim takes the time to really understand a situation, clarifying strengths and areas for improvement, before helping you shape and implement a plan. His approach is time considerate, he never “rushes” an appointment, and is always available to support more difficult career situations by phone or email. Kim’s breadth of knowledge is considerable; however, he will always give you the specific, tailored support you need rather than deliver “a programme””

“Kim proved to me his incredible skill for career guidance and positive change. Back in the day Kim skillfully helped focus my energy and potential for wonderful market options that played out exactly as he predicted. I owe Kim my sincere THANKS for his belief in my market potential which he defined and inventoried expertly in our sessions together.”

“Kim worked with me as a coach and mentor. A fantastic guy who could see the issues clearly. Trustworthy and thoughtful in his approach, who continued to give me advice after his commission had finished. I think I owe him a beer when he is next in London.”

“Kim has provided me with exceptional career management advice and coaching. Developing my understanding of my key attributes, techniques in portraying these to potential employers, also guidance on how best to manage my future career, pointing me in directions I hadn't yet considered. Nothing has been too much trouble. I would certainly recommend Kim to perspective Clients and individuals”

“It was my great pleasure to be offered Kim's services as a career coach by my last company at the tail end of a redundancy process. His significant knowledge and in depth technical expertise in recruitment, linked to the clear direction given with appropriate pace and intervention made his input invaluable to my plight at that time. At a point in everyone’s life where their confidence is most depleted, his measured, informed approach in addition to an infectious optimism helped smooth out a number of worrying self doubts, whilst giving a purposeful direction to the options and potential in my future career. I must therefore without hesitation fully recommend his services to any business or individual looking for this type of professional guidance, and very much hope to keep in contact with him.”

“Kim's services as a career coach were made available to me by my last company as I was leaving due to collective redundancy. It was a difficult and very anxious time for me, and the first time I would be seeking a new career in over a decade. I didn't know what to expect from Kim, but I was delighted with his bubbly and confidence-boosting demeanour which was exactly what I needed at that time. He is an excellent listener and was able to help me identify my options and analyse what I really wanted in my future, and this insight along with his thorough knowledge of modern recruitment practices allowed us to knock my CV into something much more powerful. As I used this CV to earn interviews, he remained on hand to give me valuable advice. I'm delighted to have found a new job so quickly, and one that I am so positive about, and I heartily thank Kim for his part in my success. I am sure I will remain in touch with him in the future.”

“I recently had the great pleasure of working with Kim when being made redundant. Bringing his services in at this difficult time was the best thing our company could have done. Simply put, I cannot recommend Kim and his services highly enough to anyone that is at a career cross roads or find themselves needing professional career guidance. Kim wrote one of the best training courses I have been on, covering everything from CV writing and interview techniques to understanding more about yourself. Thanks to Kim my CV was transformed from a typical, dull and quite old fashioned CV into a professional, modern and succinct document which I was complimented on in an interview! His empathy and genuine interest in his clients is so refreshing as is his knowledge of the job market and his foresight in new roles where skills can be transferred to when looking to move into new areas. Kim is a first class motivator, communicatior and enthusiastic professional and I cannot thank him enough for the help he has given me. I have already recommended Kim to a family member who was also thrilled with the help and advice he received!”

“I have worked with Kim over the past 10 years, initially as a transition coach, and latterly in his capacity as an Executive Career Coach.  Kim has provided first class support in a whole range of career management areas and I have recommended him, time after time, to both friends and colleagues. Kim is knowledgeable, highly experienced and has, at his fingertips, up-to-the-minute market information.  Kim has also run a number of transition programmes for me; without exception, he has always received excellent feedback.  As an individual, he is great fun to work with I have no hesitation in recommending him highly”

“Kim is someone you can really trust to do exactly what he says he is going to do. A great communicator and one who takes a genuine interest in getting the result that is right for you. Many in the consulting world will tell you how they will focus on your personal needs, however Kim really does take the time to listen and understand these requirements, adding his knowledge and expertise to maximize the desired outcome. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Kim to anyone wishing to step up in both their career and work-life-balance. A true professional in every context.”

“I had the benefit of working with Kim Wain and would like to recommend him unreservedly. He has a depth of perception of what is required delivered through an extremely personable character. Amongst the 30 or so people he coached for the business, including my self, there was not one who did not find him knowledgeable and skilful in his delivery and his efforts yielded a high successes rate. His view on what is current and what is out of date was tellingly accurate. I am loathed to use the phrase but feel that the words “cutting edge” should be applied to what he does. As I said at the begging an unreserved recommendation.”

“Kim is a fantastic career coach. He helps you to see the wood for the trees and enables you to identify clear objectives. His talent to guide and draw the best out of you is a much appreciated talent. Above all he is honest and this is really valuable.”

“Kim is fantastic - patient, and a great motivator! I strongly recommend him.”

“I worked with Kim a couple of years ago and found him the singularly most helpful person in putting my career back on track. How? Well not only did Kim keep my confidence up and draw out of me my key achievements and what I could bring to organisations but he also significantly revamped my CV which had an astounding effect on my hit rate of applications to interviews. Since assisting, Kim has kept in touch, he has a very interesting network of colleagues and former acquaintances and is very well connected. It is a privilege to have Kim in my contact list!”

“Kim worked with me as an executive coach following fulfillment of my role at the Olympic Delivery Authority. I found Kim's guidance and advice invaluable in securing my new role as Assistant Director of Estates at Brunel University. I intend to remain in touch with Kim and would wholeheartedly recommend his services in the career management and recruitment sector.”

“My previous company recommended Kim through their redundancy package. When we met, I felt that I was at a crossroads and wasn’t certain which direction I wanted to go. Kim helped me to analyse both my skills base and what I wanted from my career moving forward. In addition, he worked creatively and flexibly to help me find a way to balance this change in career with my family life. Kim’s encouragement, knowledge and advice were invaluable and I am incredibly grateful to him for helping me through what otherwise could have been a difficult period.”

“I would recommend Kim to anyone who requires a high quality service. The level of quality in service I received is higher than that of any career consultant I have yet visited in this area. Very impressed.”

“Kim is a thorough professional and I would wholeheartedly recommend him. He "know's his stuff" and (very importantly) can communicate it clearly, and (even more importantly) effectively.”

“I was introduced to Kim as part of a redundancy package with my previous company. Kim didn't just help me get a job, he helped me decide what I wanted to do, worked out how I could incorporate this into my family life, and put steps in place to achieve it. Kim offers the whole package - knowledge, advice, support, motivation - the list is endless. I hold him in high regard and value his opinion greatly. I would not hesitate in recommending him, or using him again in the future. A very big Thank You Kim.”

“In very short time I found that Kim had really helped me get on top of what I wanted from my next role - as well as focused and practical steps that could be taken to achieve this. He is completely trustworthy, professional and a brilliant communicator. I strongly recommend him for his expertise, ability to relate to your issues and concerns and for helping you get you explore ideas in a supportive and non-threatening environment.”

“Kim is an outstanding professional with a vast amount of experience in both recruitment and business. He is able to coach and inspire individuals with their career development whilst increasing confidence at times of pressure and change.”

“Kim is a consummate professional in career management guidance. Throughout the process his extensive experience and passion for this area was abundantly evident making the sessions both useful and enjoyable. I found his advice thoughtful, intuitive and creative.”

“My last company contracted Kim as part of it's redundancy process. Kim provided a sense of direction and purpose during a very difficult time. Kim has the experience to let you know there is light at the end of the tunnel. Moreover, Kim has expert empathy and listening skills.”

“Kim provided me with insights as to how potential employers view candidates and helped me develop a strategy which was ultimately successful. What originally attracted me to Kim's service and what I feel I benefited from was the personalised approach rather than trying to fit my career goals into a preconceived template. This coupled with the ability to provide the complete spectrum of guidance and where necessary training in presentation skills I believe enabled me to focus my attention on the key areas where significant improvement was possible.”

“Kim provides an excellent service, using current skills and looks to incorporate the latest innovations, often instigated by himself. I have known Kim for nearly 8 years now and always found him helpful and very professional.”