Candidate Services

The recruiting industry is like no other. In all other transactions, only one party needs to be comfortable with their decision. In a hiring situation, the company can be completely sold on the candidate, but if the candidate doesn’t feel the same, there is no deal. Dealing with the human element successfully on both sides is what separates a great search firm from the rest of the pack, and that starts with making sure the candidate is set up for success.

At Talance, we look out for the interests of both our clients and the needs of our candidates.

Resume Writing

Content is what makes a resume stand out – not fancy formatting or flowery words. Make sure you’re keeping it clear and simple for the reader.

Interview Preparation

The interview process is highly flawed and hasn’t changed in years. Ask transition questions to understand the interviewer’s needs to maximize the limited time you have.

Negotiation

How can you get the highest offer without shooting too high and losing the opportunity? Get educated or get a trusted recruiter.

Career Counseling

There are lots of career decisions you make beyond taking a new job. Making the right calls at various junctures along your career path will keep you on track with your long term plan.

Market Knowledge

It’s easier to make a career decision when you feel like you fully understand your options. This includes knowing who is hiring and what is currently in demand.

Been There Seen That

Believe it or not, some of these interview mistakes are more common than you think. The Talance Group is experienced about what not to wear to an interview, because we’ve been there and seen that.

Finance & Accounting Candidate Testimonials

My experience with Angela has exceeded my expectations, and I would recommend her to anyone. I was very specific in the type of experience I wanted going forward in my career, and she delivered in a tough job market and weak economy. Throughout the whole process, Angela was very informative and always available. She takes pride in meeting and exceeding her clients’ expectation, and I am happy to have the opportunity to work with her. Thanks Angela!

Nicole H.

PWC Alum

Stephan is highly experienced and very knowledgeable in his line of work. He truly cares for his clients’ career goals and aspirations and focuses on that. He is a straight shooter and is very open and honest. He has a lot of contacts in many fields, which is rewarding. He is very involved in the whole recruiting process. He will help polish your resume, will discuss what and what not to say in an interview, and will guide you on how to present yourself. He follows up in a timely manner and keeps himself available at all times for his clients. The thing that most impressed me about Stephan was his quickness. You will see great results fast working with him. Highly recommended.

Imran M.

CPA

My experience with the Talance Group was very positive due to the fact that the team that I worked with took the time to learn about my career interests both short and long-term. After several discussions on my interest and prior work experience, Doug and Jennifer began marketing my resume in the industry of interest. Within a short time period, I was interviewing and had received an offer. In addition to placing me, the Talance Group has provided me networking opportunities by inviting me to a happy hour with other professionals in the industry. Going forward, I will reach out to the Talance Group for job placement for myself and when looking to build a team.

Patrick P.

Controller (Deloitte Alum)

I enjoy the fact that Jami takes a personal interest in and spends the extra time to find the ‘perfect’ fit for her clients and candidates. I’ve only been working with Jami for a short while, but in that time she has managed to place me and several referred friends in quite fitting positions in excellent organizations. If you’re looking for a recruiter with some heart, look no further.

Tim K.

Consultant

I was referred to Stephan by a former colleague. Stephan had great reviews and placed my colleague in a really great company. I was already working with a few other recruiters and when I contacted Stephan, he called me right away and set up a meeting to meet me in person the next day. He worked on updating my resume, found me a great position that I knew would be a perfect fit, and helped me with preparing for the interview. Let’s just say that the other recruiters did not do that at all!! He is professional, succinct when the occasion calls it, and really knows the work environment. He offered all sorts of information, “the good, the bad, and the ugly.” He understood and was respectful that I was working with other recruiters and was able to provide helpful insight on the other positions. In comparison, he was just better! I have already recommended him to my friends and colleagues.

Anh K.

Manager (PWC Tax alum)

Over the course of my 20 plus years in business, I have worked with all the major search firms – retained and contingent – across the country and Talance is a breath of fresh air. Talance’s approach to placements is one of true investment in their clients. The other firms are hot and cold, Talance brings an honest, committed and human approach to the search business. Doug not only represented me, he partnered with me throughout the entire process; he listened, he guided, he advised, he persevered. I was and continue to be impressed with all those associated with this firm. It’s one of a kind.

Kim C.

VP and Treasurer

Jennifer Silveira is extremely knowledgeable and driven to find her clients the right role for their career. Her attention to detail and great personality makes the entire process seamless and enjoyable. Most importantly she shows genuine concern for her client’s interests, goals and ultimate success in their long term career. I would highly recommend Jennifer and the Talance team.

Kevin F.

I had the opportunity to work with Jennifer Silveira when I started looking for my next job. I had never worked with a recruiter before, but from what I understand, the process is never as seamless and enjoyable as the process I experienced with Jennifer and the Talance Group. She was extremely personable and easy to work with, always asking me important questions to determine the jobs that fit my well with my career goals and the work life balance I was seeking. I couldn’t be happier with the job I have accepted. The whole process from when I sent my resume to Jennifer to when I accepted my offer took less than one month. She gave me an exceptional interview prep, and walked me through every step of the process, including my resignation letter. I would recommend her to anyone and I have already referred a number of my friends to her. She’s amazing!!

Leigh D.

EY Alum

IT Candidate Testimonials

Gary has provided me with a great pool of talent. He listens well to what my needs are and then strives to bring candidates that meet those needs. He is very good at pre-screening candidates before they ever make their way to me which saves me a great deal of time. I am very pleased with the resources that Talance has provided. Gary also makes it easy to square the contractual process away quickly and efficiently.

Kristy J.

Director CTRM Solutions at ATOM Solutions LLC

Vik was great to work with during my transition. The time given to better understand me as a professional, my work experience and my desired next steps was impeccable. Vik showed genuine concern for my current work situation (at the time) as well as my career goals and objectives. The working relationship felt more like a friendship and I greatly appreciated this dynamic.

Myree F.

Sr. HR Generalist

Adam has been a great resource for project procurement. He is very dedicated to his work and ensures that you are always informed. Furthermore, he is resilient in making sure you have new projects available when you are in the transition phase. I would recommend Adam to any of my professional connections.

Robert G.

Project Lead

Gary is a unique type of recruiter. His is knowledgeable about the clients and helps to steer the candidate in the right direction. His takes time to coach the candidates on the interview process and maintains good follow up until the final stage. You don’t have to follow up with him like other recruiters because he does that for you. It’s a great experience to deal with him; he makes the whole process transparent and helps you in every stage. You are never lost with him.

Anil C.

Program Manager

It was a pleasure working with Gary Kirkes at the Talance Group during my job search. During the time I worked with Gary, he was proactive in providing updates on opportunities that he was pursuing on my behalf and inquired on the status of opportunities that I was pursuing. Gary takes the time to understand what you are looking for in a position and is cognizant of opportunities that may not be a fit with your skill set or career goals. I would highly recommend Gary to other professionals who are seeking a new job.

Mark G

IT Manager

After reviewing my LinkedIn profile, Angie and her Talance Group associate contacted me regarding a full-time opportunity with their client, a plastics and chemicals manufacturing company based in Houston. During the initial telephone conversation, Angie explained the opportunity, and we discussed how the role aligned with my skills, experience, and professional goals. In an effort to well represent her client company, as well as me (candidate), Angie insisted on meeting me in person prior to submitting me to the client. At the end of our face-to-face meeting, where we further discussed the role and my career ambitions, Angie immediately contacted the hiring manager directly, and arranged an in-person interview for two (2) days later. During the series of interviews with the client, I was impressed at how Angie and Talance accurately presented the expectations of the new role to me. Thanks to Angie, I felt very well-prepared for the client interviews, and ultimately, accepted an offer to join the company. Thanks Angie!

Rod J.

Supply Chain Reporting Lead

Adam is simply awesome to work with. He doesn’t just talk the talk but also walks the walk.
He is extremely helpful and will go to great lengths to make things work out for you.
I would gladly recommend him to all of my friends and co-workers.

Falak M.

Sr. Business Analyst

Gary is a high-energy, dynamic professional who exemplifies the platinum standard of the recruiting industry. Using his connections, intelligence and industry know-how, he met and exceeded all of my personal needs. I will not hesitate to work with Gary from the Talance Group when it comes time for me to add headcount or explore new and exciting opportunities.

Lee N.

IS Manager

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At Talance, we look out for the interests of both our clients and the needs of our candidates.

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Resume Writing

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Content is what makes a resume stand out – not fancy formatting or flowery words. Make sure you’re keeping it clear and simple for the reader.[/vc_column_text][cpl_btn text=”More Tips” url=”url:%23|||” type=”circle_arrow” header=”Resume Writing” id=”resume”]Your resume’s sole objective is to land you an interview. When creating content: Be Quick, Be Brilliant, Be Gone. This means getting across impactful information with the least amount of words and not adding any fluff. Hiring managers are busy and they just want to get to the meat. The more they have to guess and think, the worse it is for you. Keep your resume no longer than two pages ideally, with just a few simple sections.

Avoid objectives and introductions with flowery opinions of yourself. No one believes them. Facts sell. Achievements really sell. Put your resume together chronologically and include the following for each role:

A brief sentence that sums up the environment – what the company does, how large was it, publicly or privately held, domestic or international.
Several bullets that sum up your main responsibilities.
Several bullets listing what you actually accomplished in the role. Did you make any improvements? Lead any important projects? What impact did they make? Can they be quantified in terms of money made, money saved or time saved?

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Interview Preparation

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The interview process is highly flawed and hasn’t changed in years. Ask transition questions to understand the interviewer’s needs to maximize the limited time you have.[/vc_column_text][cpl_btn text=”More Tips” url=”url:%2F|||” type=”circle_arrow” header=”Interview Preparation” id=”interview”]The fundamental problem of the interview process is similar to a problem with resumes. Resumes are only a couple pages long and your talk time in interviews is usually less than 30 minutes, but there is so much more information you have that could be easily missed. Interviewers aren’t well trained on how to conduct interviews and there is a lot of time wasted answering vague questions that have little to do with the actual needs of the job.

You need to understand the interviewer’s “hot buttons” as early in the interview as possible so that you’ll know exactly which parts of your extensive background you should spend this precious compressed time talking about. Tack on your own questions early on in the conversation that asks what skills or experience are most important to this particular interviewer and what sort of problems they are having that you could potentially help solve. The result is a true business conversation about the critical aspects of the job instead of the guessing game that many interviews become.[/cpl_btn][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1555598537480{padding-top: 50px !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-6″][vc_column_text]

Negotiation

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]How can you get the highest offer without shooting too high and losing the opportunity? Get educated or get a trusted recruiter.[/vc_column_text][cpl_btn text=”More Tips” url=”url:%2F|||” type=”circle_arrow” header=”Negotiation” id=”negotiation”]Negotiating your own job offer is a risky thing to do, as it is an emotional transaction for both sides and having a mediator (recruiter) handle these sensitive discussions can reduce the risk of flare-ups. Many simple questions at this stage can be misconstrued and kill the deal before you know it.

If you have to handle your own negotiation, get educated as much as possible. Any successful negotiation requires you to put yourself in the other party’s shoes and understand their positions and motivations. You need to anticipate what questions they will ask, why they are being asked, and the risks of answering them in certain ways. NEVER wing a salary negotiation.

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Career Counseling

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]There are lots of career decisions you make beyond taking a new job. Making the right calls at various junctures along your career path will keep you on track with your long term plan.[/vc_column_text][cpl_btn text=”More Tips” url=”url:%2F|||” type=”circle_arrow” header=”Career Counseling” id=”counseling”]A strong partnership with a recruiter can be so beneficial beyond being placed by them into a new position. Here are some of the questions a great recruiter can help you answer:

Your current employer has given you the choice of a promotion in your current department or a position in a completely different department, which move would look better on your resume?
Your annual review with your boss is coming up – how best to prepare?
You feel as though your salary is below market – how should you ask for a raise?
You aspire to a future C-level position – what ways can you accelerate this path?
You just can’t seem to get along with your new boss – is there a way to fix it or should you just leave?
You have just been passed over for a promotion – how can you ensure that you’ll be selected the next time around?
Your company just announced a merger – should you start looking for a job or stay and see what happens?

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Market Knowledge

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]It’s easier to make a career decision when you feel like you fully understand your options. This includes knowing who is hiring and what is currently in demand.[/vc_column_text][cpl_btn text=”More Tips” url=”url:%2F|||” type=”circle_arrow” header=”Market Knowledge” id=”market”]A great recruiter has a wealth of knowledge that could be very beneficial to you. They spend all day, every day talking to hiring managers and prospective candidates about the job market and can provide valuable guidance in the following areas:

Compensation – what a person with your background can typically earn in the current market
Career options – what types of roles you may qualify for given your experience
Trending hot skills – what specific type of experience in currently in high demand
Specific companies that are:
- Paying top dollar for talent
- On a hiring spree
- Experiencing high employee turnover or layoffs
- Have a bad reputation

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Been There Seen That

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Finance & Accounting Candidate Testimonials

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IT Candidate Testimonials

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At Talance, we look out for the interests of both our clients and the needs of our candidates.

Resume Writing

Content is what makes a resume stand out – not fancy formatting or flowery words. Make sure you’re keeping it clear and simple for the reader.

Interview Preparation

The interview process is highly flawed and hasn’t changed in years. Ask transition questions to understand the interviewer’s needs to maximize the limited time you have.

Negotiation

How can you get the highest offer without shooting too high and losing the opportunity? Get educated or get a trusted recruiter.

Career Counseling

There are lots of career decisions you make beyond taking a new job. Making the right calls at various junctures along your career path will keep you on track with your long term plan.

Market Knowledge

It’s easier to make a career decision when you feel like you fully understand your options. This includes knowing who is hiring and what is currently in demand.

Been There Seen That

Believe it or not, some of these interview mistakes are more common than you think. The Talance Group is experienced about what not to wear to an interview, because we’ve been there and seen that.

Finance & Accounting Candidate Testimonials

Nicole H.

PWC Alum

Imran M.

CPA

Patrick P.

Controller (Deloitte Alum)

Tim K.

Consultant

Anh K.

Manager (PWC Tax alum)

Kim C.

VP and Treasurer

Kevin F.

Leigh D.

EY Alum

IT Candidate Testimonials

Kristy J.

Director CTRM Solutions at ATOM Solutions LLC

Myree F.

Sr. HR Generalist

Robert G.

Project Lead

Anil C.

Program Manager

Mark G

IT Manager

Rod J.

Supply Chain Reporting Lead

Falak M.

Sr. Business Analyst

Lee N.

IS Manager