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Highly recommended. Mark has that knack of matching the perfect job to the candidate. He spends time getting to know you and understand your expectations. He remains close to you throughout the process and always makes himself available to you. A great guy and very professional.

“Very professional approach, and great at keeping you updated. Stands out in a crowded industry. I would happily recommend Mark to anyone.”

I worked closely with Mark Polloway at Aldena Associates for my new position, and I cannot recommend him highly enough as a headhunter recruiter. Mark’s dedication to his craft, coupled with his keen understanding of the industry, truly sets him apart.

Mark possesses an exceptional ability to identify and connect with top-tier talent. His strategic approach to recruitment, combined with a genuine interest in understanding both client and candidate needs, makes Aldena Associates an invaluable resource for clients and candidates. Mark consistently goes above and beyond to ensure a seamless and positive experience throughout the hiring process.

His professionalism, strong communication skills, and commitment to delivering results make him a standout in the field of headhunting.

Great service from Mark and Harry at Aldena Associates supporting us in finding a new ASM for South East Area. Excellent knowledge of market and more importantly listening and understanding our requirements to make sure the candidates met our needs. Highly recommend using these guys.

Highly recommended. Mark has that knack of matching the perfect job to the candidate. He spends time getting to know you and understand your expectations. He remains close to you throughout the process and always makes himself available to you. A great guy and very professional.

The original position that was put forward by Mark was after an interview with the recruiting company not suitable for my experience. However Mark worked with client to identify my strengths to propose an a possible opportunity they could explore. As a result I am now employed using my vast experience of the Electrical and Lighting Controls market making a positive contribution to my new employer. Mark throughout the process was supportive allowing both my employer and myself to come to a successful outcome. I would recommend Mark both to prospective employers seeking new staff as well as those looking for a new position. Thanks Mark.

I highly recommend Mark Polloway as a recruiter for his exceptional skills in helping me secure a position as a Product Design Engineer at Whitecroft. Mark’s expertise, industry network, and dedication played a pivotal role in aligning my skills with the requirements of the role. He provided valuable advice, guidance, and timely updates throughout the process, making me feel supported and confident. I am thriving in my role at Whitecroft thanks to Mark’s efforts. I highly recommend him as a knowledgeable and dedicated recruiter.

Darinka was amazing in terms of how much she helped me with preparing and getting the interview for me. She helped me by going through the sort of questions that I would be asked in the interview and she also was very quick to respond and always available if I needed it. I would very much recommend her again in the future!

“Mark’s experience in the Lighting & Controls Sector is unrivalled. A very professional service communicated in a clear consideration manner. I would recommend Mark’s Services to anyone looking for a new challenge!”

I would thoroughly recommend Mark if you’re looking for technical Lighting or Controls positions, he is very professional with a personable approach and definitely understands the more mature candidate.

“I would highly recommend Mark. He found me the perfect position matching my skill set and was supportive and in communication throughout the entire process. Thank you for your assistance. “

“Mark is very professional and I fully enjoyed my experience with him. Great attention to detail. clear communication, and with lots of enthusiasm.”

“Aldena and Mark can find high-quality candidates that meet the brief where others cannot. Aldena have helped me secure a number of candidates at different seniority/skill levels and I would highly recommend them.”

Mark, was great and helped me get the role I was applying for.

”Great company to work with. Darinka and the team are very helpful and respond to every query quickly and efficiently.”

”Aldena Associates really listened to the type of role I was looking for and they were excellent at communicating with me. Highly recommend to those looking for a new jobs.”

”Great support!! Harry were very helpful and amazing. He were always quick to respond and happy to help.”

“It was a pleasure working with Mark. Mark was very professional and really great at understanding the role I was looking for and in placing me into a great company. Mark is also very friendly and approachable and I think strives his best for both employee and employer happiness.”

“I highly recommend working with Mark.
Mark approached me about a role and very quickly set up an interview. He was so helpful and supportive throughout the entire process and was available to answer questions at any time. (I ended up being offered the job, and accepted).”

“Just want to thank you and the agency for doing such a good job in finding me work and being a good friend too, you are very friendly, lovely person to talk too, you have made everything so easy for me to deal with and done everything for me its been a pleasure knowing you and I will 100% recommend you to everyone I know. You’re 100% a top person. Thank you Darinka Xxx”

“Mark was extremely helpful in finding me the perfect job at a great company. He kept me in the loop with all communication and checked in on me at all stages. Thanks to Mark I have started a new and exciting role and look forward to where this journey takes me.”

I want to thank you sincerely for your exceptional help during my job search at Aldena Associates. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence made a lasting impact on my experience.

From our initial conversation, it was evident that you possess an unparalleled level of expertise in the recruiting field. Your deep understanding of my career goals and aspirations was truly remarkable. Throughout the recruitment process, your guidance was invaluable, tailored precisely to my strengths and aspirations.

Your exceptional communication skills and continuous support stood out. You kept me updated at each hiring stage, promptly addressed any concerns, and provided helpful feedback, significantly boosting my confidence for interviews and negotiations.

Your dedication, professionalism, and guidance were crucial in helping me secure a job that fits my career goals. I’m extremely grateful for that.

I wholeheartedly recommend Aldena Associates to anyone seeking exceptional recruiting services.

Once again, I extend my sincerest appreciation for your outstanding support and assistance throughout this process.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with joy and success!

Darinka has been timely and proactive throughout the application and interview process for my new role. She provided supportive communication and helpful insights and was a great bridge between myself and the company while securing the position.

Worked with a lovely lady called Darinka who helped me find a role as an Account Manager. Her communication with me was excellent, she kept me informed with everything she did. Definitely would work with her again, such an amazing person!

“Mark was very helpful and supportive during all the recruitment process. Very serious, professional and available to clarify any doubt and concern. I strongly recommend Mark and Aldena to people looking for new jobs. Thank you Mark, all the best!”

We have worked successfully with Aldena over a number of years; Harry and Mark recruiting Regional Sales Executives for us around the UK. They took time to understand our business and specific personnel requirements and we look forward to continuing to work with Aldena over the years to come.

During my job search, Mark and Janine excelled at understanding the hiring team’s needs and identifying how I would fit into their organisation.

Both Mark and Janine, their clear communication and responsiveness made the hiring process smooth and efficient. I appreciated their transparency and support throughout. Mark, Janine and Aldena Associates would make an excellent recruiting partner for any candidate or company.

I highly recommend Darinka for her exceptional guidance and support in my career journey. Her insightful advice and practical tips helped me land my perfect Job role at Samsung.

I am deeply grateful for her help and strongly endorse her as a valuable asset to anyone seeking career advancement.

Mark was very pleasant and professional throughout the process, I found him approachable and understanding about about my situation and concerns. I would highly recommend Mark for anyone in a job seeking situation such as I was.

“I have worked for Aldena for the past 3 years and I have always found Darinka and Lisa helpful, professional and supportive, I would have no hesitation in recommending Aldena Associates.”

Without doubt Aldena is one of the most helpful lighting and electrical job recruitment agency in the UK. Both himself and Janine Mole are professional throughout and keep you posted of every stage of the process. They work with the top lighting and electrical companies and consult you at every stage. They are a pleasure to be involved with.

“Consultative and clear understanding of myself as a candidate and the client as an opportunity. Guided myself into a fantastic opportunity with a progressive and expanding brand. Thanks Mark.”

“Mark was an exceptional recruiter when it comes to my employment with my current work place. He dedicated a good amount of time to ensuring that I would be an appropriate employee, and that the job was a suitable fit for me as well. He was there when I needed him, but didn’t hassle me the rest of the time.”

“Would highly recommend Mark as an excellent recruiter. Identified a perfect opening for me and kept me updated at all times during the negotiations.”

“I would firstly like to say a massive THANK YOU for being tremendously supportive from the first time I spoke with you. You saw potential in me and really believed that I would be a perfect fit for the role and thanks to you, I was and I got the job! I am so appreciative of your constant support throughout the interview process and after. Working with you has been stress-free and amazingly swift! I cannot wait to join a fantastic company with the help of your services. Thank you once again Darinka, you are fantastic at what you do. The card sent home was also such a special and personal touch, I loved it and am so grateful.”

Mark was absolutely wonderful to work with throughout the entire hiring process. From the initial interview all the way to finalizing the employment contract, he advocated on my behalf. I sincerely appreciate all the work he did and highly recommend his services.

“Aldena has been an amazing company to work with. They have been very supportive, always ready to help, never had any issues. Such a friendly and professional company and some of the best people I have worked with. It has been an absolutely wonderful journey with Aldena.

Darinka was my recruitment consultant and I could not ask for better. She has always helped me with everything, any questions, queries, concerns, she has always been helpful and amazing. She made my employment journey soo easy and pleasant. Such a wonderful person she has been to work with. Darinka always went the extra mile to help with excellence.

I wish Darinka and Aldena all the very best for the future and I hope they get to deliver their excellent service to a lot of people.”

Mark helped me find a new position within he Lighting industry.
I was impressed with his professionalism and took time to understand my skills, experience and preferences for my next position. With his industry knowledge he connected my with some very interesting companies and opportunities.
I would not hesitate to recommend Mark to any of my contacts looking for there next career challenge.

“Aldena has been a great recruitment agency from the start by helping me in finding a suitable role based on my experience within financial services. Darinka is always available to assist me with any questions I have and I’m always paid on time which is perfect. Thanks Darinka!”

Mark is an outstanding talent scout with a large employer network in UK lighting market. Highly recommended to work with!

“Mark was fantastic, from our initial engagement all the way to the role i am in now. He was extremely professional, helpful and understanding. Mark is always around to answer any questions that I had. I would recommend Mark to help you find your next job opportunity. Thank you Mark for your help!”

“I was contacted by Aldena agency in regards to a temp role recruiting at FCA Automotive Services ( Finance company). Lisa and Darinka were both very friendly, welcoming and supportive.  This role was in relation to the motor industry I had always wanted to be part of, hence why I wanted to go for it and therefore it was very ideal for me. They guided me passionately through the process of applying and attending the interview. They gave me thorough background information towards the business and the expectations required. Overall I feel very comfortable and highly satisfied with the journey so far and last but not least I would like to add on I appreciate the promptness of our email convos!  Thank you Lisa & Darinka…Keep it up”

“Darinka has been incredible start to finish, helped me prep for my interviews and kept me updated along the way. Couldn’t thank her and the team enough!”

”I have worked for this company for nearly two years and cannot fault them. Lisa and Darinka go over and above to ensure I am happy. Could not see myself working for anyone else.”

“Mark is very professional, he understood my needs and kept me informed through the whole process.
I would have no hesitation in recommending him, thanks very much for help.”

“I wanted to share my experience with Aldena Associates.
I had the pleasure of dealing with Lisa Assili, from start to finish she was nothing but professional! She was so positive and genuine that I felt regardless of any outcome that I was dealing with people who care about you as well as their clients.
Thank you Lisa and I wish you all the best, keep up the great work!
I really look forward to starting my new position with a fantastic company.
Best regards
Judy”

”Mark and Harry at Aldena were a pleasure to deal with and offered me encouragement and support during the recruitment process. Thank you 👍”

I had the pleasure of working with Mark from Adzuna during my job search, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. He played a crucial role in helping me secure a position at Troup Bywaters+Anders. Mark was incredibly helpful and always prompt in responding to my queries. I highly recommend him as a recruiting agent. Thanks, Mark!

Mark helped me land a fantastic job as a Senior Product Design Engineer. He has been knowledgeable and on the ball with all matters regarding the recruitment process for this position. This job presented a fantastic opportunity for both me and my wife move to a much nicer part of the country and be closer to family.

“My experience working with Aldena Associates was more streamlined and attentive than any previous recruiter I have had experience with. Darinka was tenacious in getting hold of me and reassuring me of my abilities and transferable skills for this step up in my career, helping me gain the confidence I needed to go for such a great opportunity. Throughout the process, Darinka was in regular communication and took any stress associated with searching and applying for jobs into her own hands. I could not be more pleased with the role I have secured and most definitely credit both Darinka and Aldena for helping me to get here. Darinka was communicative and helpful not only in selling the job to me but in helping me to prepare as best I could, whilst even offering aftersales care following accepting the position, even going as far as to send me a ‘congratulations and good luck’ card. I would highly recommend Aldena’s services to anybody else who is looking for a new role and believe that they have your best interests at heart – something you don’t always see from recruiters who can appear primarily target driven.”

”Aldena Associates are the upmost professionals in the industry. Darinka and Mark were a pleasure to work with. They are well organised and communicated with me throughout the process of finding and securing an employment opportunity. I would work with them again in the future.”

”I have worked for Aldena Associates for the last year six years and would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Lisa and Darinka go over and above to help me as much as they can. They are the best Agency I have worked for ever! I feel Aldena’s service is excellent and I have never had any issues with the service.It is a very good agency and I feel that staff are looked after by Aldena and the candidates are always made felt part of the company. The approach is very proficient.”

Mark is an expert at building rapport and understanding the needs of his clients. He takes pride in the caliber of the candidates that he presents. In the competitive landscape that is recruitment, having a point of difference is key, under Mark’s directorship, Aldena’s point of difference is the very friendly way it ensures it understands its customer.

Mark was very proactive and kept me informed of progress throughout the process.

Thanks Mark

Darinka has been amazing throughout the whole process. She contacted me about a job that she thought suited me, straight away I was interested and had an interview within a couple of days. Darinka made sure I was ok and prepared at each stage and kept me informed at all times. Great service! I started my new job as well 🙂 thank you so much.

“Mark is as professional as he is approachable.

He ran through a number of opportunities for employment and really listened to what I wanted, thus positioning me where my full potential will grow.

At Aldena they know what they are doing!

Thank you”

“I would thoroughly recommend Aldena Associates. Darinka took the time to really listen and understand what I was looking for in my next role. I was impressed with the level of support and encouragement provided throughout the whole process from ensuring the role was right for me to coaching through the interviews and tests.  Darinka went above and beyond, even making time out of hours to help with interview preparation. Overall a great agency experience and a pleasure to deal with!”

I have finished my probation with Sylvania and was thinking about my journey with the company and was thinking of you and wanted to send a little thank you note! Thank you for connecting me to Sylvania.

”From the moment I submitted my CV to Lisa at Aldena, the support and advice I have received has been second to none. I have now secured a fantastic new opportunity and want to thank Lisa for all her help and support. A fantastic agency who I would highly recommend.”

“Darinka guided me from start to end and supported me throughout the process. The chats Darinka and I had before the interviews boosted my confidence and she worked all around my schedule. She found me such a great opportunity so quick, highly recommend working with Darinka.”

”As a current temp contractor through Aldena, I am very impressed with the high level of organization and professionalism in all operations. They are very tentative and able to quickly accommodate any requests whether its regarding pay matter or enrollment into pension scheme. They operate with the highest level of diversity and inclusion, needless to mention their ability to understand the individuals where you don’t feel you are just a number. Although, this is my first temp role, Aldena processes made it feel like the only difference from permanent roles is the higher pay rate. I will happily work with Aldena anytime in the future.”

Mark was brilliant in finding me my new role. He kept me up to date and informed throughout the whole recruitment process. He was attentive and meticulous in ensuring that my skills aligned, and that the new employer and myself would be a great fit. Thanks again!

”I am a recent graduate and was contacted by Aldena Associates through LinkedIn. Thanks to Aldena Associates I now have my first job since graduating. The person I dealt with at the company was incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the job process, from preparing me for my interview to checking how my first day went. I thoroughly recommend Aldena Associates do anyone looking for employment! My experience with the company exceeded my expectations.”

“I would like to thank Mark and the team for helping me in my next work life chapter.

Mark kept me informed through the whole process and kept me updated regularly.

Thank you once again”

I’m incredibly grateful to Janine for reaching out to me on LinkedIn and connecting me with an opportunity that was a perfect match for my skills and career goals. From our very first conversation, she was professional, supportive, and truly understood both my aspirations and her clients needs. Throughout the process Janine was there every step of the way, offering guidance and encouragement. I can’t recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for a recruiter who genuinely cares about creating the right fit.

“I would like to thank you for your excellent service, dealing with my timesheet in productive way with on time payment and prompt, helpful professional answers to my questions.”

It’s been such a joyful ride having Darinka find what I can only describe as my dream job, the feeling can only be described as having a recruiter genuinely care all through my interview process; — I can’t wait to start my new role and I’m grateful to have landed this position thanks to Darinka.

You are a light — thank you.

Smooth process from beginning to end. Mark is always very responsive. I am very happy with the candidates he found for us. I highly recommend Mark’s services.

Mark was fantastic helping me find my next role as a design engineer! He always kept me up to date on the application process and informed me what I needed to stand out from the rest of the applicants.

“When returning to work after a 3 year break, my self-esteem was pretty low. I was worried that I might not be able to find a job offer suitable for me. However, after receiving a call from Lisa and chatting with her, her professionalism and enthusiasm really helped me to overcome my worries. As a result of both Lisa and Darinka’s effort I’m now working for a fantastic company with some brilliant people. Moreover, I now have my confidence back. Both Lisa and Darinka have been very helpful and supportive from day one. I can always relay on their help and support-which is great! They also paid me a surprise visit in the office just before Christmas and brought some sweet gift! –becomes sometimes little things mean a lot.”

“Darinka at Aldena Associates was very helpful and supportive in assisting me in securing a new position in the e-commerce industry. I would recommend Darinka and Aldena to anyone looking for their next role and to potential employers looking for their next candidate. Thank you so much!”

I had the pleasure of working with Janine during my recent job search. She reached out to me with an opportunity that was a great fit for my skills and career goals, and I’m so glad she did.

Janine helped make the interview process straightforward and stress-free. She was communicative, supportive, and provided me with all the information I needed throughout. I secured a new role and I’m already starting to settle in well.

I highly recommend Janine and the team at Aldena, thanks for everything!

“Mark is very friendly and was extremely helpful throughout the entire recruitment process, keeping me in the loop every step of the way.

Mark is very professional and made sure I was well informed and well prepped before the interview and was very good at giving advice and making me feel confident beforehand. He really put my resume across in a great way.

Mark was kind enough to even send me a card to my new place of work which was a very nice touch.

Thank you so much Mark for all your help! I would definitely recommend Mark as he really does take pride in what he does!”

”I really recommend Aldena – both Harry and Darinka were amazingly helpful when helping me find a new role. They were always quick to respond and happy to help, from sending me job descriptions to checking in with me after my first day.”

”Having completed varying assignments through Aldena Associates I can honestly say that my experience has always been very straight forward. It has been a pleasure to have worked with Darinka and her colleagues as they have always had a focussed and supportive attitude towards my employment opportunities and have been more than helpful throughout the whole process. I look forward to using their services again should they be required in the future.”

“We have used Mark and the team at Aldena to fill a variety of operational posts in the business, including marketing, receptionist, and PA roles.

Mark provides a high calibre of engaged candidates, suitable for our needs. Aldena are actively involved in the process and help to move things along at a good pace.

I have always been impressed with how Aldena keep in contact with the candidates they have successfully placed with us. They are the only agent I have come across who send the candidate a good luck card and gift on their first day, and they then keep in contact with both the candidate and us throughout the initial weeks to see how things are progressing. “

Aldena is one of the most greatest agencies I ever had a contact with. Big shout out to Darinka!!! The most professional, kind, helpful and beautiful individual ever 👏 I would highly recommend that particular agency to everyone !! The best and life changing experience ever ❤

Mark assisted me in landing the exact role I was looking for, he recommended me to the company and was extremely supportive throughout the interview process. Would highly recommend using Mark when searching for a new role.

“Would like to say a huge thank you to Darinka for putting me forward for a position recently. She was very helpful and even got in touch after I started the job to see how I was getting on.”

Darinka is lovely nd she has been very supportive with me throughout this process.

I would like to share my gratitude to Darinka for her support and since the first contact she made with me until the last stage in which I was successful gaining a new job. Before every interview I was given tips to be successful and happily achieved it. I have just received a letter via post congratulating me on my new position. You are a top recruiter and wish you the best in the future

“I would recommend Mark to anyone to assist on your next career move as his honest approach was very much appreciated.
Mark makes you feel like a team during the process and made everything go smoothly for myself.”

“Mark is very professional, he understood my needs from the outset. He kept me fully updated throughout the process and made the transition to my new position very smooth. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone looking for a new role.”

“My apologies for the late response to say a big thank you for the flowers… they are beautiful… what a lovely surprise! Also a huge thank you for all your help and support you have given me right from the word go.  You made the process so speedy and stress-free in a way that I’ve not experienced before with an agency.  I can’t believe I applied for the job one day, interviewed the next and offered the job the next day, and here I am having finished my second week.  It’s been a steep learning curve, as with all new jobs, however I’m all round delighted to be working for Lennons. Once again, a big thank you Lisa for going the extra mile to make my experience of getting back into the workplace such a stress-free and smooth transition. Kind regards. Liz”

Liz

”Aldena Associates secured me a fantastic role. Throughout, they were efficient, friendly and informative – an excellent service.”

“I was contacted by Darinka Bradley at Aldena after she found my CV online and had a role she felt I would be suitable for. Several weeks later and I have been offered a fantastic new position at an amazing company! Darinka has such a lovely warm personality and is so easy to talk to. Her professionalism, attention to detail and responsiveness was just brilliant as she kept me up-to-date, supported and informed throughout the entire recruitment process. I would never have found this position if Darinka hadn’t contacted me, and I am hugely grateful. I would highly recommend anyone looking for employment to connect with Aldena Associates or even any businesses that are looking to recruit. Thank you so much.”

I highly recommend Darinka for her fantastic communication skills and dedication! if you are seeking a proactive and communicative recruiter, Darinka is the one to choose…. friendly, helpful and exceptionally good at what she does! I feel she has matched me with the perfect role and I’m looking forward to the next step in my career.

I highly recommend Mark. He has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill in identifying and attracting top talent that has significantly enhanced our team. Mark’s professionalism, strategic approach and excellent communication made the recruitment process seamless. His commitment and expertise are invaluable.

“Amazing support from Mark at Aldena Associates! I would highly recommend Mark as from start to finish he supported me through the entire recruitment process. I have now started my career in my desired industry!”

I have had the pleasure of working with Mark Polloway from Aldena during a recent career transition, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. Mark’s professionalism and dedication to his work stood out from our very first interaction. Despite my background as a project manager for almost a decade, Mark recognized the potential in me to excel in a completely new role as a business development manager within a new company.

Mark’s unwavering faith in my abilities played a pivotal role in securing my new position. He guided me through every step of the recruitment process, providing invaluable advice and insightful tips along the way. His support and encouragement were instrumental in my successful transition into this exciting new role.

I am incredibly grateful for Mark’s expertise, guidance, and support throughout this journey. He is a true professional who goes above and beyond for his clients, and I would not hesitate to work with him again in the future. Thank you, Mark, for believing in me and helping me take the next step in my career.

“Mark supported me throughout the process of my recent move. Always available and supportive. Cheers pal!”

Mark was instrumental in getting me appointed in a new role at a new company.

He is very easy to talk to and balances the friendly and professional discussions expertly. He made the whole process of applying to work for a new company very easy, he took care of all the details and communicated everything very effectively.

I highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a change and needs the help of an industry professional to help move things along and take care of the finer details.

I can’t thank Mark enough for what has been a life changing move.

“I’m happy with the service. Aldena have been helpful and really professional. I’d recommend this agency to anyone.”

“Very supportive on the first day, I would say the whole week at the start of new role. Any queries answered same day, no matter what: holidays or pay.Honestly, nothing to complain about.”

“I have had the pleasure of using Aldena Associates for my recruitment needs recently and found them to be totally professional, knowledgeable and in touch with the requirements of a busy organisation. Both Darinka and Lisa are highly approachable and genuinely go above and beyond meeting the expectations of their clients.
I look forward to the next time !”

”I wanted to share my experience with Aldena Associates. I had the pleasure of dealing with Lisa Assili, from start to finish she was nothing but professional! She was so positive and genuine that I felt regardless of any outcome that I was dealing with people who care about you as well as their clients. Thank you Lisa and I wish you all the best, keep up the great work!
I really look forward to starting my new position with a fantastic company.”

“Mark contacted via LinkedIn with a potential opportunity with a great company. He kept me informed through the whole process which took several months until I finally secured the position. Thanks very much for your help Mark, really enjoying my new role! “

Mark was extremely helpful whilst finding my new role. Nothing was an issue, working around previous commitments and working hours. I would highly recommend if anyone is thinking about a new role get in touch with Mark as I’m sure he will be able to help.

“I had just started looking for a job, after being off work for a year, when I received a call from Darinka, the MD for Aldena Associates at 5pm one Tuesday afternoon as she had seen my CV on LinkedIn. She knew it was short notice but there was a 2 day assignment locally the next day at 9am and asked if I would be interested in taking the role. After a chat I accepted and the next day she called me saying the company were very impressed with me and could I stay on for the following week. This turned into 3 months and Aldena were always professional, efficient and informative. I have now been offered a full time permanent Receptionist position with the company and just signed the contract. Aldena were really happy for me and we look forward to meeting each other and her team this Christmas.”

“It was a struggle for me to find a job, as I was limiting myself to a location where I am in close proximity to. I thought it was going to be near impossible to find one, where I could grow and develop my career as a professional, especially just looking for a job at certain locations only. However, Mark has given me the opportunity to land my first professional job as an assistant lighting designer. This opportunity has opened a lot of doors for me, gaining new knowledge and confidence in myself again!
The company he has found for me have been so good to me. And I can definitely say, that this job is where I would grow and develop my professional career! And location wise, it is also where I wanted it to be. Mark has given me such a super opportunity. He is an opportunity creator!”

I can definitely recommend Aldena, very helpful and focused. Able to select candidates that really match the profile needed, with the appropriate experience and skills. A pleasure to deal with!

Mark was great at helping me find a new role that was a good fit, communicated everything well and always kept me up to date. Highly recommend!

“I would like to recommend Mark as a recruiter. He was very quick to understand the kind of career move I was looking for, recognising my strengths and putting me forward for the right job. He is always open for communication and continued support thought the process.”

”I had just started looking for a job, after being off work for a year, when I received a call from Darinka, the MD for Aldena Associates at 5pm one Tuesday afternoon. She had seen my CV on LinkedIn. She knew it was short notice, but there was a two day assignment locally the next day at 9am and asked if I would be interested in taking the role. I accepted and the next day she called me saying the company were very impressed with me and could I stay on for the following week. This turned into three months and Aldena were always professional, efficient and informative. I have now been offered a full time permanent Receptionist position with the company and just signed the contract. Aldena were really happy for me and we look forward to meeting each other and her team this Christmas.”

“Mark, was great at making me aware of the opportunities available to me.
Along with helping me secure my future role, within the right industry and perfect location

Strongly recommend”

”Professional and quick service throughout the whole process. Harry was simply fantastic and could not recommend him enough! Don’t bother with the other recruitment agencies go straight to Aldena!”

“Having applied to many job ads on LinkedIn, Mark was the only one to contact me personally about the role and help me through the application process. He was very quick with correspondence between the company and myself and extremely helpful in the organisation and arrangement of my interview, providing useful and specific advice in preperation for this as well as advise on career progression with regards to my experience and salary. He helped me obtain a great job with a great company, I have been there for 4 months now and I can say it is an amazing match. If you’re looking for a new job opportunity, Mark is your go to man.
Thanks Mark”

“I would highly recommend Mark to anyone.
He is great with communicating throughout the whole process and always there to help you out with any issues or doubts you have.”

”Had a great experience using Aldena. My contact was Darinka and she was knowledgable, helpful and quick to respond.”

“Darinka of Aldena Recruitment is a professional and dedicated recruiter.  She was supportive and helpful, offering assistance and information regarding the position and the interview process.  She persevered throughout the process, regardless of any hiccups.  This is a perfect example of ‘going the extra mile’.  Thanks Darinka.”

Mark, was great and helped me get the role I was applying for.

“Darinka is amazing, she worked her magic and got me my dream role. She kept me up to date with what was happening and helped with interview nerves. I couldn’t be happier and her support was incredible.”

“Mark was extremely helpful in finding this great position and keeping me update on vacancies within the business. He was very friendly and reliable during the whole process and made it very easy to ease into this role. A great level of communication and help from Mark during what can be a daunting time.

Would highly recommend anyone to work with Mark in finding that great role for them!”

“You were amazing and your service was of excellent standard throughout the process, giving me feedback every step of the way and helping me settle in my new role. I got a welcome card and you checked up on me every week for the first 3 weeks to see if I liked the job. I will recommend your services anytime”

Aldena successfully recruited a Design Manager role at the start of 2020 for us in Buckinghamshire. They were competent, efficient and simplified the recruitment process. Would recommend Aldena, and particular thanks to Darinka, Mark and Harry!

“Due to unforeseen circumstances I was made redundant from my previous position when I was contacted by Aldena where I liaised with Mark Polloway who supported, directed and coached me into applying for one of his suitable roles which matched my skills and experience.
Mark guided me through multiple recruitment stages to give me the best possible chance of success, whilst keeping me updated at each point giving me constructive feedback. He helped me secure this position which was a step up and a fantastic career move with a highly recognised company.
I would highly recommend Aldena if you are looking for your next career opportunity.
Thank you again.”

“Darinka’s support during my job hunt was top-notch, I couldn’t have asked for more . Her dedication and professionalism shone through each interaction, providing me with invaluable guidance and feedback. Thanks to Darinka’s commitment, I secured a job offer that aligns perfectly with my career ambitions.
Darinka kept me informed, supported, and prepared throughout the process. She made a typically stressful process feel like a breeze.
Thank you, Darinka!”

“Mark’s dedication and commitment to his clients is first class! I was lucky enough to be contacted by Mark regarding a position he had available, and received consistent updates throughout the process. If you are looking to change roles, then Mark is certainly the guy to help you make that dream move!”

Mark has approched me for a role when I was not actively looking, but the role match my profile so much that I wanted to apply. Mark was helpful and and quick to answer my questions along the whole process. he was also very supportive at each step. Thank you Mark 🙂

A sincere gratitude to Janine for helping me to get my dream Job as a lighting designer in a well reputed Company. thanks Janine, Mark and Aldena Associates.