Attract top talent in a competitive market

Attract top talent in a competitive market

By Polly Mortimer|14 October 2025

Learn practical strategies to attract top talent, engage candidates, and make your organisation the place skilled people want to join.

Work with a specialist recruitment agency to attract the right talent

A specialist recruitment partner knows your sector and can showcase your brand to candidates. They speak with candidates first, helping you focus on those genuinely interested and suited. They also widen the pool of talent you can consider.

Sometimes, organisations reach out to a recruiter only after internal efforts stall. While we are always happy to help at any stage, the best outcomes come when we’re brought in early. That ensures that we can help shape the brief, give you a clear picture of the current job market and help you find the right person for the role.

We also protect the candidate experience. From the first conversation through to offer, we keep people engaged, informed and motivated, so they arrive at the interview prepared and excited. That not only improves your chance of securing the right hire, but also strengthens your reputation as an employer people want to work with.

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Polly Mortimer

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Polly Mortimer

Senior Consultant | Awarding, Assessment & Professional Education

Since joining Peridot Partners in 2021, Polly Mortimer has had the privilege of working with and supporting a range of organisations in finding the right candidates for roles at a variety of levels, from board members and CEOs to managers and coordinators.

Polly specialises in the recruitment for awarding, training and education sectors, and her professional journey has been shaped by her passion for connecting people with opportunities that help them thrive. She enjoys connecting with people and takes pride in building meaningful relationships with open and transparent communication.

Joining Peridot was a natural fit, as their values resonate deeply with Polly's commitment to helping people achieve their potential. Connect with her and discover how she can support your professional goals or organisational needs.

Beyond work, Polly is an avid traveller with a love for the outdoors and a new hobby every other week.