Cara Tomkins
Prove of excellence
Executive Recruitment Consultant
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cara@simonacres.co.uk
Kitchen Designer
"I would highly recommend Cara in securing your dream job. Cara’s expertise, guidance, and support throughout the recruitment process were invaluable. Thanks to your efforts, I am now in a role that truly aligns with my career aspirations and goals. Cara’s professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for candidates truly sets her apart. I appreciate all the time and effort you invested in understanding my skills and matching me with the perfect opportunity. I am excited about this new chapter in my career and owe a significant part of this success to you. Thank you once again for your outstanding work and for making this transition such a smooth and rewarding experience. I am looking forward to excelling in my new role."
Head of Sales
"I recently had the great pleasure of working with Cara to find a candidate for a new position that we were recruiting for. Cara is a consummate professional and kept me fully informed throughout the process. She listens to a brief and takes note of the important things that some miss. The experience was pleasant, productive and efficient. On this occasion the individual we placed did not come from Cara despite her finding several strong candidates and she took this news in good spirits and moved onto to the next project seamlessly to her credit."
Assistant Showroom Manager Recommendation
"I would like to say a big thank you to Cara Tomkins and Leah during my job search. Their professionalism, dedication, and genuine concern about my interests really stood out.
From our initial conversation, Cara took the time to understand my career goals, skills, and preferences. Throughout the process, her communication was prompt and transparent, ensuring I was always well-informed.
Thanks to Cara and Leah I was able to secure a position that aligns perfectly with my career objectives. I highly recommend Simon Acres Group to anyone seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and supportive recruiter who truly cares about their clients’ success."
Sales Consultant Recommendation
"I am very grateful for Cara and how helpful she was while looking for a job. She found me exactly what I was looking for, specifically as a last year interior design student, she was able to find something which gives me an opportunity to work in an interior related job.It was a very easy and smooth process which she managed and organised it. Thank you for your help Cara!"
Sales Consultant Recommendation
"Cara was really supportive in helping me get my first interiors related job out of uni, having studied interior design. She was helpful in preparing the interview and giving me confidence that I was suitable for the job. She was lovely to speak to and always super friendly!"
Bathroom Designer Recommendation
Cara approached me for a role she thought I was suitable for and from that point on was very pro active in pursuing what she thought would be a good fit.
Cara is a great sales person, friendly, approachable, with good communication skills and extremely driven.
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From Managing Director
Recruitment is hard work, it takes a lot of time and effort for all parties involved.
Cara was professional, calm, and understanding throughout the entire process, even when it was bad news it was seen as an opportunity to find other/better applicants. Cara's attention to detail was spot on. If you have recruitment needs I can 100% recommend Cara and the team behind her at Simon Acres. I will certainly be back for Aston Matthews' future needs. I have often "done it myself", but I'd say money well spent on this occasion.
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From Designer
Cara gives a new meaning to people skills she effectively understood me as person and helped me land the ideal new job role with people I cannot wait to work with.I am grateful she approached me and got me out of my comfort zone….looking forward the next chapter Cara and thank you once again ..
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From Showroom Manager
I could not recommend Cara enough. Cara is extremely informative and extremely professional. Very knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to deal with.
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From Interior Designer
Cara is a brilliant Talent Acquisition Consultant!
She is very professional, incredibly helpful, full of excellent advice and always on the other end of the line.
Cara really cares about what she does and that shows through her proactive attitude.
I could not recommend her more!
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From Senior Designer
Cara mentored me through the interview process for an amazing new role I've just started. Thank you for all your help.
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From Area Installation Manager
I would like to say how impressed I am with Cara at Simon Acres Recruitment.
She is not only polite and efficient but also very personable and went “the extra mile” when she was dealing with me, and I want to say thank you again for all your hard work. You are a star.
I would not hesitate to recommend Cara and Simon Acres Recruitment to anyone considering using their services 10/10
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From Product Designer
Cara contacted me regarding a new opportunity within a reputable, award winning local company within my field of furniture design, after I had been made redundant due to the COVID pandemic.
Cara was very approachable, professional and informative, giving me all the information I required to make the best decision for my career and in helping me prepare for interview. With thanks to her assistance I was the successful in my application and have now been in this position for the past 8 months.
Thank you to Cara for helping me in my career progression
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From Candidate
I highly recommend Cara, she' went above and beyond in her quest to find me the most suitable role in a new company, she has a fantastic friendly & professional personality, All the time she made me feel I was her No 1 Customer and wanted me to gain the position as much as I did. Of which I did! I highly recommend and trust her, I would contact her again in a heartbeat, if I ever was searching for a new position again. Kudos to Cara!
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From Operations Manager
Cara really listened to me, my skills, my needs and truly understood the type of company that would be the best fit for me. She introduced me to my current employer even though they were not actively recruiting for a role at the time.
This is because Cara knew we would be a good match, I pitched myself and was contacted with an offer later that day, which I swiftly accepted.
All communication and guidance were friendly, formative, and easy. Which is a lot more then I can say for other recruiters I dealt with during my job search. She genuinely cared and made sure she wasn’t wasting either of our time.
I would highly recommend her personally for anyone within the KBB industry as she has great contacts and vase knowledge of how this industry works. I am very happy with my new role, company, and excited to see how I grow with the business.
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From Showroom Manager
Cara was brilliant and extremely helpful in helping me find a new role in the KBB sector. She was supportive throughout the process and provided a variety of roles and interviews that were suited to me. I would highly recommend Cara for anyone looking for a role in the KBB industry!
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From Contract Designer
Cara approached me for a role that was well-suited for my experience and listened to what I was looking for. In hearing my needs further, she recommended a different role within the company and that fit my salary needs and managerial experience more closely. She really put me in front of a better-suited role instead of one that would be a sure thing. Cara listens to her candidates and I felt like she cared about my progress over easily filling a role for her own purposes. I highly recommend Cara as she works hard to find the right fit for both parties.
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From Interior Sales Consultant
Cara has been extremely helpful and one of the most friendly persons I’ve met. She found me a role in my choice of career very quickly and with one of the best companies I would only dream of working with before. I can confidently say that Cara has allowed me to join my career pathway and reach my aspirations sooner than expected. Thank you so much!
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From Showroom Manager
Cara is one of the best recruitment consultants I have dealt with, Incredibly talented, never missed a follow-up and a genuine pleasure to work with. An absolute credit to the profession.
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From Interior Designer
Cara is very proficient and proactive in her role.
She was very helpful, provided me with all the information I needed and gave me some excellent advice.
Cara took her time to answer my queries even outside working hours.
She is also keen to follow up on progress and get updates and feedback further down the line.
I have been very fortunate to be contacted by her and to have given her guidance.
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From Technical Project Manager
Cara helped get me my current job and has regularly kept in contact with me to check how I am doing. Thank you Cara!
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From Kitchen Designer
Cara helped me secure my position at my current job. She was absolutely amazing and kept me updated regularly with information about my interviews, what to expect, she helped me prepare for them and checked in after them all. She was really friendly and helpful making me super comfortable to ask her any questions.
I had never worked with a recruiter before and after this experience I would highly recommend Cara. Thank you for all of your help!
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From Senior Designer
Just wanted to take a minute to write a heart felt thank you to Cara.
I will shortly be starting a new position and it is basically my dream job. Without Cara's help and guidance, not only would I have not had the confidence to apply for the job but I would not even have known about the opportunity.
Cara has been with my every step of the way right through the process offering me amazing advice, guidance and support.
Thank you Cara, you are a star and a credit to your profession.I had never worked with a recruiter before and after this experience I would highly recommend Cara. Thank you for all of your help!
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From Manager
Cara was great, really open and honest. along with being easy to get along with and talk freely it was great to deal with her. Thank you
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From Candidate
Cara came to me at a time when I needed to find a little inspiration in my work life.
She was honest, helpful & guided me to realise what I was lacking in my then job.
In all honesty where I went didn’t fit with me for other reasons but just being able to have Cara on my side gave me the confidence to get to where I needed to be.
Would highly recommend Cara to anyone feeling unfulfilled in what is a huge part of our lives.
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From Junior Interior Designer
Words cannot describe how fantastic Cara has been throughout my entire recruitment process. Cara found me on a LinkedIn when I was seeking a nearby role as an interior designer and she has done above and beyond to facilitate the communication, interview preparation and post-interview stages of the recruitment. I am thrilled to have secured my job thanks to all Cara’s support, she knew exactly what to look for in an applicant and has been incredibly professional throughout. Thank you so much!
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From Sales Designer
Throughout my experience with Cara has been a professional, positive journey helping to get me placed with an amazing company. With extra care and attention to detail with her advice that she has given at each stage of the process! What a gem of talent she is!!! 😃
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From HR Manager
Cara has been an exceptional recruitment partner to the business. Her ability to measure the perfect amount of contact between ourselves and her candidates is a fine art.
However, more importantly, Cara genuinely takes the time to get to know your business and I have never known anyone put as much effort and expertise into finding great candidates.
I cannot emphasise enough the positive impact Cara will have if you choose to work with her when recruiting for your business
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From Candidate
Cara helped me secure my first job in the design industry after completing my degree. She was very helpful throughout the whole process and prepared me well for the interview. Applying to jobs can be daunting, but with Cara’s help it was stress free. I am very grateful for her help in securing my new role as a kitchen designer at Sydenhams.
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From Design and Sales Consultant
Cara is simply amazing at what she does. Cara has a great eye for talent and puts it in the right places connecting you to the right people.
During my recruitment process I felt heard and understood. The role I was offered reflected exactly what I’d been looking for and matched my skill set to a T! I couldn’t really ask for more.
Cara carefully guided me through each stage of the recruitment process and was there almost instantly to offer any further help or support when needed.
My employees and I were kept in the loop at every stage which really made for a smooth and painless process.
I’d definitely recommend Cara to anyone seeking work and especially recruiters looking for the perfect candidate!
Solid 11/10 service 👍🏿
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From Interior Designer
Cara was great, she helped make my starting at fired earth such a smooth transition.
Would highly recommend her
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From Candidate
Cara was a massive help in helping secure my current role. So supportive and encouraging, very efficient and responsive. Definitely went the extra mile in providing me with everything I could possibly need to make me feel prepared throughout the entire application process.
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From Client
We have worked with Cara over the last couple of years, we have around some of the best talent in the market and would recommended her service to anyone.
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From Regional Manager
Cara is a very hard working individual and her work ethic is second to none.
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From Creative Designer
Excellent all round in her work. Found me the perfect job and was always very helpful and encouraging along with being extremely sweet in nature. A rare breed these days
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From Bathroom & Kitchen Planner
Cara is a fantastic recruitment agent, and was fundamental in finding me a position in my current role. She was attentive and actually listened to my needs to find me a position that matched my skills and personality.
I would be more than happy to recommend her or use her knowledge in the future. She's a lovely individual who really cares about her clients well being and happiness.
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From Senior Kitchen Designer
I would highly recommend Cara. She’s caring, passionate and supportive in what she does. Matched me perfectly to a role that I still love. The best in the industry!
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From Kitchen Interior Designer
Cara was extremely professional and helpful throughout my experience working with her. She found me a position very quickly and efficiently. I would definitely recommend her should the moment arrise in future.
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From Interior Consutant
Really knowledgeable and helpful, she helped me get a job that was more aligned with my own career goals and gave me useful tips on how to secure it, recommend!
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From Assistant Store Manager
I just wanted to take this time to say a massive thank you to Cara for helping me find my new job. When I decided to quit my last job 6 weeks ago, I was very specific in what I wanted to do (which didn’t make things easy) but Cara was there for me every step of the way. She was routing for me throughout and was constantly letting me know about any opportunities that she knew I would actually enjoy doing. Honestly the most genuine and down to earth recruiter I have dealt with and I can’t wait to see where my new career takes me. She’s a credit to her company and made my whole experience with her very stress free.
Thank you so much Cara x
