We are Rare Bird. We are specialists in strategy and planning recruitment for creative businesses.We aim to take a very broad view of strategy, working with the full spectrum of creative businesses that employ the discipline. Equally we seek out opportunities with generalists as well as the most specialist. We believe that only by working with the mainstream as well as the leading edges will we really understand how the discipline is evolving. We belive that only by working with the full spectrum of disciplines will we understand those skills that transfer and add value. We believe that only by taking a broader view, will we be in a position to offer leading advice to both clients and candidates.

With Clients: We work to get to know what makes each business and each opportunity special. The vision, the culture, the work, the people (their personalities and how they interact). As well as the specifics of a role.With Candidates: We work to know the person as well as the strategist. What drives and motivates them, their passions and aspirations, their approach to work and strategy. As well as their experiences and skills listed on their CV.It’s the individuality of both the business and the candidate that we’re keen to understand, in order to get the individual fit right. It’s only when that fit works that you find the magic spark, from which great work follows.

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Susie TaylorI draw on my 17 years’ agency experience to provide a consultative approach to both client and candidate. First I look to understand the agency’s vision, aligning that vision with the future aspirations and long-term career goals of my candidates. I then look at the more specific client requirements and how the candidate might address those.My approach as a head hunter is very much informed by my 12 years’ new business experience. I provided strategic new business services to over 40 agencies across all disciplines including: digital marketing; integrated and direct marketing; advertising; research and innovation; brand and design consultancy and PR consultancy.
My experience of helping those agencies define their propositions proved to me that the primary way agencies truly differentiate themselves is through their talent – hence I help agencies achieve their objectives through employing the right kind of talent.I now advise the industry’s best digital and integrated planners and strategists on their most rewarding career paths; help them find the best possible roles; and ultimately help them achieve their long-term goals.

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Chris ReaI spent the first decade of my working life as a planner and then as a brand consultant. I was lucky enough to work globally, and on everything from big advertising ideas to far-fetched product ideas. As a strategist my goal was always to find the solutions that made a real difference for the people they were aimed at.My approach to head hunting is based on similar principles to those I used to apply as a straegist. I aim to dig deeper and understand what individuals or businesses need, not just what they say they want. I aim to look beyond the obvious, to explore how different solutions can deliver beyond expectations. I take a more holistic view of what success is, and the steps that can deliver real success.Any great creative business is defined and driven by its people. Today I work with clients and candidates to create those connections that open up new and exciting opportunities for both.

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RARE BIRD PARTNERS LTD - PRIVACY POLICYThe General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect from 25 May 2018. The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to set out the principles governing our use of any personal information that we may obtain about you.This Privacy Policy is regularly reviewed, and may be updated from time to time.This version is current was published in May 2018.Who we are and what we do
Rare Bird Partners Ltd (RBP) are a recruitment, research and consultancy business, and specialists in the strategy and planning discipline. RBP can be contacted via on [email protected] for any requests, or via the contact details on our website (www.rarebirdpartners.com)RBP are registered in the UK with Company Number 9827529, and registered at this address: 51 Clarkegrove Road, Sheffield, S10 2NH.RBP are also registered as a Data Controller with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), certificate referee number ZA392071.Our commitment to you
Here at RBP we are fully committed to protecting and respecting the privacy of our candidates and clients.
By engaging with RBP, you agree to the principles and processes included in this Privacy Policy. We ask that you read this carefully, and contact us directly with any questions or concerns around our use of data and data security.We commit to using personal data only for the purposes set out in this Privacy Notice.Why we collect personal data
We collect and use your personal data to match your skills, interests, and experience with potential employers and employment opportunities. Our goal is to find outstanding and relevant roles for our candidates, and outstanding and relevant candidates for our clients. Your data is an important in enabling us to meet those goals.We will use your personal data solely for the purpose of delivering the best possible service to you. We will use it to contact you (when relevant), and may refer to this data over time, to better understand your needs, goals, and relevance for potential opportunities.We will share relevant personal data with clients and in representing you for roles, but always with your consent in advance.The legal basis for our holding and using your data is in all cases your Consent to engage with us and to represent you for roles.We will never sell on your personal data to third parties nor use if for marketing purposes.What type of personal data do we collect and hold
In the course of delivering our services, we collect and hold the following types of personal data:
- Your name, and any name changes.
- Contact details (phone number, email)
- Any information provided on your CV, which could include your address, job history, qualifications / education, training, and personal information (hobbies and interests)
- Current job specifics (including current salary, notice period, benefits and package details)
- In some circumstances, nationality, passport / visa, and right to work information.
- Details of job offers and roles accepted.
- Social media content, if work related or relevant.
- Contact details for references.We do not seek to know nor hold Sensitive Data, including medical records, information on physical / mental health, sexual orientation, race / ethnicity, religious belief, criminal records. This information is rarely relevant for the service we provide. If required, for any reason, we will always seek to obtain your explicit consent before collecting this data.We do not work with, nor hold any personal data, for any minor nor individual under the age of 18.How do we collect your data
The majority of the data we collect will be provided directly by you, the candidate, and in providing that information you also give Consent to this Privacy Policy and how we use the data collected. This will include if you submit your CV to us (via email or in person) and also if you provide personal data in email, text message, phone call or other.We rarely, if ever, source personal data from third parties, LinkedIn or other social media sources. If we do, we will always contact you directly and get your consent to hold that personal data.Where we store data
Data is stored primarily with a secure cloud service provider, and also with our technical partners (including email and phone providers)It is our policy to ensure, in so far as is reasonably practicable, that all our systems and records (including technology partners) are secure and GDPR compliant. We take all reasonable steps to ensure that your personal data is always processed securely and to prevent unauthorised access to, and misuse of your personal data.How long we keep your personal data for
In most circumstances your data will not be retained for more than 6 years from the last point at which we provided any services or otherwise engaged with you.Data requests (access to information, rectification and erasure)
Under GDPR you have the right to request access to all the personal data that we hold for you, to amend and ensure that data is up to date, and to restrict usage or to delete all personal data that we hold.We will seek to respond quickly and efficiently to any requests regarding your personal data. Requests must be made directly to RBP and addressed to [email protected]Data breaches and security
In the unlikely event that our systems are compromised and there is a potential loss of confidentiality, we will investigate incidents and ensure appropriate action is taken to mitigate the consequences. This may including notifying the ICO, and also individuals affected.Contacting us
If you have any questions concerning your rights, how we use your personal data, or to exercise any of your rights as per GDPR please contact us directly:
(Contact) Chris Rea, Partner and Data Protection Officer
(Email) [email protected]
(Address) 25 Montrave Road, London, SE20 7BSThis does not affect your right to make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office.