Testimonials

"I reconnected with Simon following a redundancy, and he has been an invaluable professional support during my subsequent job search. Simon acted as a mentor and career coach, working closely with me to develop a well-rounded and impactful CV that clearly reflected my experience and strengths.

Simon also provided clear guidance on how to use LinkedIn strategically to enhance my professional profile. This approach proved highly effective, resulting in late-stage interviews with two different companies within a short period of time and ultimately securing a role.

I have consistently found Simon to be highly effective and efficient in addressing any questions or concerns raised. He demonstrates a strong ability to balance understanding my perspective while constructively challenging me to think more deeply and broadly about potential solutions. 

I would not hesitate to recommend Simon to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely supportive partner in the world of bespoke career coaching."

As a Director of Marketing with over 20 years senior experience I know the UK labour market is challenging in 2026. Simon Bell provided invaluable coaching and application support for me during 2025 as I pivoted my career and developed a wider portfolio of roles and projects.

This agility was made possible in large part due to Simon's approach, regular sessions and advice during the transition in my career. On a personal level too Simon's counsel also helped ensure that I was able to build my resilience and emotional intelligence to succeed in my new substantive role as a Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer and in my wider portfolio career. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing help and support.

"Kirsty was an essential part of the careers provision at Haileybury. Having someone outside the school with an extensive recruitment and HR background allowed us to provide the pupils with specialist CV and interview advice.

Kirsty not only provided small group sessions but also a tailored one-to-one programme for pupils who needed additional support. These sessions allowed pupils to seek advice in areas they most needed it, which may have been arranging work experience, improving their interview technique or simply confidence building. In whatever remit Kirsty was needed in, she was always professional, friendly and a valuable asset."

"I worked with Kirsty from Grays Careers, and she has been an incredible mentor throughout my job search journey. Using her access to LinkedIn Recruiter, she helped me email HR managers and connect with them on LinkedIn in order to assist me locate employment and work experience options.

Additionally, Kirsty assisted me with interview preparation and spent time with me both before and after the interviews, helping to ease my anxiety prior and then discussing how the interview went following. I've gained a lot of confidence thanks to this support, particularly when it comes to asking for assistance and persisting in putting myself out there in spite of numerous rejections. Even though I haven’t secured a job yet, she has helped me stay optimistic and motivated throughout the process. 

I would highly recommend Kirsty because I instantly felt comfortable working with her, and we collaborated very easily. She never gave me too much work at once; instead, she used a planner to help me organise things week by week, which made everything seem a lot more doable. I would gladly collaborate with her once more because she is truly amazing and a pleasure to work with."