I have dealt with Barbara on and off over the last 10 years. Barbara has always taken in to account my skills and passions when putting me up for a role as well as a personality and fit with culture. I have always felt that she really listened to what I have been hoping to achieve, and from this put the best role forward.
Communication is always great and you definitely get the sense that she is as excited for the role to work out as you are. Importantly, it isn’t just that she wants you to get the role she has put forward, it’s that she wants you to have a great career. I have gone to Barbara for advice when she has not been involved in a recruitment capacity.
I have worked with other recruiters in my time and my biggest complaint is that you often feel like they are pushing you into something whether it is right for you or not. Changing jobs is a big decision and you need someone who will coach you through it, without it being about their best interests, and Barbara has always done this.

Throughout the whole process I felt that i was being listened to. The role that was put forward aligned with my experience and goals and was the best step forward in terms of my career progression.
The role was 100% accurately described, and I felt extremely supported throughout the process. The support that was given to me was definitely over and above expectations and was much appreciated. For example, I was briefed on what to expect from the people I was to have my interviews with and then after every interview there was a follow up call to see how it went, to check in on how I felt and to confirm next steps. Absolutely, I would recommend you to all agencies needing to recruit and also to individuals who are looking for a change. My experience with other recruiters was alright. I didn’t feel that they were on my side.

When I first contacted, I was at a crossroads in my career….Do I stay in media or not? Barbara was more than a recruiter, she offered career guidance and helped me define what I really wanted from an agency. I took a role on P&G at MediaCom and have since been promoted to a Director and key lead across the business. I now turn to Barbara for my staffing needs and have placed a fantastic candidate recently who is excelling and a true asset to the team. Barbara is very approachable, confidential and has a passion for every candidate on her books. I thoroughly recommend Crew Recruitment to anybody looking for more than just a job or a bum on seat.

Barbara Riordan has placed me successfully over the last 10 years of my career- she is the first person I call if I am looking for my next career challenge. I have tried other recruiters, but none measure up to Barbara’s knowledge of the media industry, professionalism and passion to ensure both employers and candidates are the best match.

Barbara was recommended to me as one of the best and most helpful recruiters in Sydney and this has certainly proved to be the case. I was a radio journalist looking to make a move into marketing. Despite not being the easiest candidate to place, Barbara found the perfect role for me. She responded quickly and gave excellent, honest advice. I dealt with a lot of recruiters when I arrived in Sydney, and Barbara is without question, the person I would recommend.