Become a Talent Magnet: A practical course to attract better candidates
Most organisations put a lot of effort into recruitment. They advertise roles, engage recruitment partners, review CVs and run structured …
How to Know If a Finance Function Is Scaling or Sinking
Most founders assume their finance function is fine. They only realise it is not when something drops. But often the early signs …
How to Stand Out from the Crowd – CV Advice from a Finance Recruiter Who Actually Reads Them
At Headstar, we work closely with senior finance professionals across Yorkshire and see firsthand what helps candidates stand out in …
Counteroffers in Finance: Accept or Move On?
Counteroffers can be flattering. You resign, and suddenly your employer is eager to keep you, offering praise, promises and a …
The Best EDI Practices in Recruitment
In recruitment, small biases can have big consequences. Brilliant candidates can easily get overlooked not because of ability – but …
The hidden secret of world-class teams: hire on character, not credentials
What do the special forces and Michelin-starred kitchen teams have in common? Spoiler alert – it’s not the great uniform. Both hire …
Building a World-class Finance Team
It is a rare entrepreneur who leaps out of bed each morning excited about building a finance team. Largely, they …
Why EDI Isn’t Just a Box to Tick – And How It Can Build Stronger Teams
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) can no longer sit on the sidelines of recruitment. Too often, it’s treated as a …
Better Hires, Less Hassle. Why Retained Delivers More
Here’s why a deposit-led search model for recruitment typically leads to better results – for both the client and the …
The First 100 Days as a New CFO
The first 100 days in a new CFO role are crucial. How you start sets the tone for everything that …