CTR is a specialist recruitment consultancy that specialises in the built environment. Our clients are engineering consultancies, contractors and government agencies.We match outstanding talent with the market leaders in engineering, planning and construction.

CTR is a specialist recruitment consultancy that specialises in the built environment. Our clients are engineering consultancies, contractors and government agencies.We match outstanding talent with the market leaders in engineering, planning and construction.

Executive search and targeted recruitment services to the Professional Technical sector.

Responsibilities include:Supported the MD with the identification for and development of strategic business initiatives.Viewed by the management team as MD delegate and the voice of the MDDeveloped strong connections with the senior management team and was accessible to thewider business both internally and externallyManaged the accessibility of the MD whilst keeping doors openSupported the MD to provide a logical and structured interface with the businessPrioritised and managed multiple and changing demands and understood when appropriateintervention was requiredEnsured the MD was fully briefed and prepared with all necessary documentation andinformation to facilitate meetings, forums and eventsCollated and (referred where appropriate) any matters that arose in the MD’s absenceChampioned and fostered good communication practice across the organisationInitiated and maintained efficient processes to manage and collate informationPrepared Board reports and presentations as required, including minutes and follow-up onactionsWrote articles, correspondence and other documentation on behalf of the MD Worked independently to plan, coordinate and organise projectsAchievements:Project Lead on the Staff SurveyEffective management of the MD’s correspondence.Successfully assisted in the launch of the Intranet Site and have accountability for ensuringregular news articles are written and publishedAccountable for uploading presentations from various briefings on the intranet

Responsibilities included:EA duties: extensive diary management, complex travel co-ordination, compilingpresentations, drafting correspondence etcEnsured the administration staff had a clear understanding of the common processesrequired to complete their rolesDeveloped the administration staff ensuring there was an understanding of what it meant to be ahigh performing teamEncouraged the administration staff to continuously improve and develop their skillsCoached and mentored staff to ensure they were on track in their careerProvided input into the Performance Reviews of the administration staffLiaised with Department Managers to ensure Performance Development Plans were up to dateand relevantDeveloped effective relationships with senior executives e.g. Local and regional councils,government departmentsLead the Finance Communication Working Group to ensure two-way conversations withinthe Finance DivisionPublished communications / news stories onto the Finance Division Intranet SiteAssisted with the Annual Plan productionAssisted in the development of reports being tabled at Committee meetings.

Responsibilities include: Assisted in the management of external customer requests to support the Chief Finance Officer. Developed effective relationships with the senior executive assistants in stakeholder organisations to co-ordinate high level meetings and communications e.g. Local and regional councils, government departments. Managed relationships with elected members, external stakeholders, council staff and colleagues, in a sensitive manner. Ensured the Chief Finance Officer was informed on a need to know basis, and time was not taken up with unnecessary detail. Proactive diary management. Achievements:Effective management of the Chief Finance Officer's correspondence.. Prepared and maintained a visibility programme for the Chief Finance Officer by proactive diary management. Coached a member of staff as their mentor

ResponsibilitiesWorked as part of the senior executive team to assist in the achievement of the organisation’s objectives. Developed effective relationships with the senior executive assistants throughout the organisation to co-ordinate high level meetings. Organised large scale conferences and special presentations. Ensured the Chief Executive and the executive team was informed on a need to know basis, and time was not taken up with unnecessary detail. Achievements:Established a high level of trust with the office of HRH The Prince of Wales. Planned a global event for 120 attendees achieving the best possible price on flights, accommodation and event venue. Prepared and maintained a yearly calendar of scheduled meetings. Transferred gained knowledge to new employees coming into the organisation.