Clients
The client experience sits at the heart of everything we do
iO specialises in introducing the very best technology and digital experts to clients across the UK,
and we’re proud of our focus on building close partnerships with organisations in the markets
we operate within.
Our teams each specialise exclusively within narrowly defined technical disciplines. We’ve amassed a wealth of knowledge about the resource challenges our clients face in today’s world, and are uniquely placed to help them meet these head on.
It’s this focus and drive that keeps us one step ahead in an increasingly candidate scarce market place, providing us with the specialist knowledge required to source niche experts for your business. Our approach enables us to present opportunities to the wider market in creative and innovative ways, meaning we grant our clients access to both the active and passive candidate community, guaranteeing the best possible outcome for all concerned.
Because every business is different
You can trust iO to fully understand your requirements, and to create bespoke talent acquisition strategies specifically designed to best meet
the needs of your business. We see our role as one where we not only listen to our customers, but also, through our engagement with HR,
procurement and technical functions, offer advice and guidance on how hiring processes can be refined and enhanced in order to aid
employee attraction and maximise retention.
Industry Best Practice
- Detailed understanding of technical requirements
- Thoroughly interview all aspirants before referring
- Implement detailed checks of any prospective candidate
- Thorough 360° referencing process
- Ongoing support throughout assignment / post placement
Business Models
- Contingency Search
- Account Management
- Onsite Resource Planning
- Retained Search & Selection
- Outsourced Recruitment Partner
Value Add Services
- Remuneration Survey
- Technical Testing
- Psychometric Testing
- Branded Ad Campaigns
- Market Mapping
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Meet the Directors
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Mark Lloyd
Director
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Neil Willis-Stovold
Director
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Tom Hibberd
Director
Mark Lloyd
Director
Understanding the desired outcome and working tirelessly to deliver this has always been central to Mark’s approach.
This strategy has proven successful throughout his career, whether that’s meant taking the extra time to listen to the aspirations of his clients and candidates, understand the individual motivations of his teams, or develop winning strategies to grow the businesses he’s been involved in.
Having jointly founded the Group in 2009, this successful formula, in conjunction with Mark’s considerable experience, has been a key factor in the Company’s success to date. And with the launch of iO, Mark and the other founders bring with them a unique blend of expertise and knowledge which collectively inspires a great deal of confidence that the business is destined for tremendous success as they continue on their exciting journey.
Neil Willis-Stovold
Director
With 10 years experience in Technology & Digital recruitment, Neil has been heavily involved with all models of resourcing working with on onsite partnerships, Key Accounts, Retained and 360 Models.
Neil previously worked for the S3 Group across multiple offices in the UK and Australia, progressing from Trainee to Management, and then to S3 Group's Australia Director for the last 4 years.
Driven by a client centric and partnership approach, Neil has a proven track record of developing staff at all levels, establishing and maintaining key client relationships and evolving these relationships into effective, long lasting and successful business partnerships.
"iO is the coming together of Panoramic Associates’ consultative approach to recruitment, with a passion for understanding Technical and Digital recruitment in the world today, for the benefit of our clients."
Tom Hibberd
Director
Following a successful recruitment career within the S3 Group, Tom took the decision to fulfil the long term ambition of building a company from inception, and so in 2009 jointly founded Panoramic Associates Ltd. Having experienced significant success and exciting growth within the senior level staffing sector, it was time to launch phase 2 of the plan, the development of a group company to house both Panoramic Associates and the new technical brand, iO.
Tom has an extensive background in the provision of specialist contract, interim and permanent resource into specific industry sectors, and technology based recruitment forms a large proportion of this experience. A visionary & adaptable business leader, well versed in developing mutually beneficial, long term business relationships.
Proven in building and managing teams of recruitment professionals with a core focus on creating exciting career opportunities through the development of individuals at all levels.
Successful Partnerships
Our years of collective experience is wide ranging and far reaching. We’re proud of the partnerships we have built with our clients and value long-term relationships
over short-term profits. This ethos shines through in the recommendations our clients are happy to give us.
