Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Automotive Recruitment Solutions
Established in 1999 by David Southgate, our business has built a reputation for delivering tailored recruitment solutions to the automotive industry. With over two decades of combined expertise from our team, we specialise in executive search and management-level appointments, serving clients and candidates across the UK and internationally. Our approach combines extensive research, industry-specific knowledge, and a commitment to ethical practices, ensuring confidentiality and precision in every assignment.We pride ourselves on long-term client relationships, evidenced by repeat business and industry recognition. Our services span from senior leadership recruitment to career guidance for professionals, supported by a proven track record of successful placements. By maintaining a small, client-focused team, we guarantee personalised service and industry-leading placement guarantees, reinforcing our position as trusted advisors in automotive recruitment.
Services
Executive Search
Database Selection
OHP Off Headcount Placement
Outplacement
Career Guidance
CV Registration
Candidate Services
Client Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer industry-leading placement guarantees for client confidence.
- Our team has over 30 years of combined automotive recruitment expertise.
- We maintain total confidentiality for clients and candidates.
- We provide tailored executive search services for senior appointments.
- Our client portfolio includes major automotive brands globally.
Services
Executive Search
We identify senior automotive professionals through targeted research and discreet outreach. Our process ensures candidates align with client culture and strategic goals. With a focus on board-level and director appointments, we deliver industry-leading placements supported by 360-degree candidate feedback and negotiation support.
Database Selection
Our extensive automotive industry network enables rapid identification of middle-management candidates. We combine fresh research with existing profiles to create tailored shortlists. This service ensures quick turnaround times while maintaining high standards for client-specific requirements.
OHP Off Headcount Placement
We facilitate permanent placements outside strict headcount limits through payroll management solutions. This service allows automotive businesses to secure top talent without organisational constraints, ensuring seamless integration into client teams while maintaining compliance.
Outplacement
Our bespoke programmes support employees through redundancy with practical job-search guidance. We provide interview preparation, CV optimisation, and market insights to help individuals secure new roles quickly while maintaining professional dignity.
Career Guidance
We offer one-to-one sessions covering interview techniques, assessment centre preparation, and salary negotiation strategies. Tailored for automotive professionals at all career stages, our advice combines industry insights with practical tools to enhance job-search success.
People
David Southgate
Managing Director
Founder of Southgate Consulting with 13 years' prior executive search experience in automotive and FMCG sectors. Specialises in senior-level placements and industry strategy, combining sector knowledge with client-focused service.
Callum Southgate
Senior Consultant
Recruitment expert with over a decade of automotive and IT sector experience. Manages executive search assignments and client relationships, delivering placements from director to middle management levels across global markets.
Questions
What recruitment services do you offer for automotive businesses?
We provide executive search, database selection, off-headcount placements, and outplacement services tailored to automotive industry needs.
How do you find candidates for confidential roles?
We use targeted research and our industry network to identify professionals not actively seeking roles, ensuring discretion and cultural fit.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we deliver recruitment solutions globally, with particular expertise in European and UK automotive markets.
What career support do you offer candidates?
We provide interview coaching, CV optimisation, and salary negotiation guidance for automotive professionals at all career stages.
How do you ensure placement quality?
Our industry-leading guarantees and 360-degree feedback process ensure candidates meet client expectations and organisational culture.
