Semper – Created to answer your demand for the specialised targeted senior level recruitment market. With deep International Executive search experience, Semper also provides a complete Interim and senior selection solution to support you.
Operating with the upmost confidentiality our team are asked to deliver first rate talent in your highly niche area or expertise. This challenge is something we relish. You will find us direct, absolutely delivery orientated and honest. We very much look forward to speaking with you.
Whichever of our specialist sectors your organisation sits within, our consultants work with integrity to help you recruit the very best talent for mid to executive level positions. We take the time to listen and understand your brief in terms of attributes to organisational culture, team fit, ability and specific skill set and, only then do we advise on the best course of action to achieve your recruitment goals
Our consultants are all trained and qualified in an area of our scientific specialisms, so rest assured that their inside-out knowledge of working in and recruiting for these sectors ensures they can help and advise you in your decisions when it comes to your executive recruitment needs.
We understand that each recruitment project is unique and requires its own bespoke, innovative and carefully tailored solution. Our consultants will fit the pace and progression of each stage, from the initial brief, to providing support at post-placement stage, to the needs and requirements of your business.
We have found that this bespoke approach provides the best results when looking for mid to executive level staff.
We recruit contract, permanent and interim management at mid to executive level within:
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You might be looking to recruit the highest-calibre chemical industry staff on a temporary, contract or permanent basis, and there may be other highly specialised requirements for which it seems only a specialist recruitment agency like ours can produce the best quality candidates. Of course, you could alternatively be a candidate looking for your first chemical industry role, in which case our network of professionals and informed job-searching advice is second to none.
We have a strong track record of matching the right chemical industry candidates to organisations, which has further helped to drive recommendations and repeat business. Our in-depth expertise in a truly diverse industry that encompasses biochemicals, petrochemicals, plastics, polymers, pigments, nano-technologies and more makes us a dependable option for clients and candidates that require the most efficient and informed service.
"CY Partners sourced our requirement very efficiently and professionally, presenting good candidates all with relevant experience for the opportunity. It was great to have such a strong shortlist of quality candidates. Since we successfully offered the role via CY Partners, the high level of service has continued."
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