How has the company changed since you first started?
Jamie: The way we work is a lot more modern. The company has also grown a lot and we have hired a lot of talented people.
Louise: Culturally the business has shifted, it’s been so great to see a focus on employee wellbeing. We have a real team ethic, and we are a sociable bunch so that has been great to be a part of!
Naomi: In pretty much every way, Bright Purple has always been open to suggestions for change and improvement. We have a great culture and it’s always something people mention as soon as they visit us - I think that’s a huge testament to how much we are all encouraged to be involved in creating the business’s ethos and mission that we deliver.
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Louise Millar.
What do your consider your biggest accomplishments since joining Bright Purple 4 years ago?
Louise: Adding to my skillset, as a recruiter, and developing my understanding within technology. I have also embraced employee wellbeing and been an advocate for the Health agenda company wide. I also won the ‘Funniest in the Office’ Award 2017.
Naomi: Probably going from someone with no recruitment experience to being encouraged and able to carve a niche in the business for UX, UI and Front-End recruitment. It’s allowed me to work with some great clients and candidates and I’m fortunate that some have become genuine friends
Jamie: Being part of the team to grow the contract book to a five year high is something I am really proud of.
What is your favourite part of the job?
Naomi: I would probably say having a sense of job satisfaction, it’s very rewarding to know you are making a difference to other people and four years later I still get just as excited when telling candidates that a company would like to make them an offer !
Jamie: I like the competition of it!
Louise: Finding a fab candidate their ideal job – nothing beats it! Closely followed by celebrating with the team!
Jamie Rose.
What is your all-time favourite Bright Purple memory?
Jamie: I would say being in the office is my favourite memory. We have a very unique culture and I am looking forward to that returning.
Louise: There are so may to choose from! I’d have to say winning a weekend away in Bratislava as bonus for hitting target! That was unreal!
Naomi: A very eventful day trip to Melrose 7’s and the creation of the POVV (Prosecco, Orange, double Vodka)!
What has been your biggest lesson learned in the last 4 years?
Louise: Always speak up for what you believe in!
Naomi: To embrace change! Recruitment has so many variables – people are unpredictable, the market is always changing – and in being flexible to take on new opportunities I’ve definitely found myself becoming a much better consultant.
Jamie: It's important to try things and learn from mistakes. Also, ask a lot of questions!
Naomi Gibson.
And finally, what are your goals for the next 4 years?!
Jamie: I want to continue helping Bright Purple grow. Due to the success we are having I think we can expand further.
Naomi: I’d like to take on a more leadership or mentoring position – we have an apprenticeship program, and it would be great to help someone new to the industry establish their career.
Louise: SMASH IT!!!
A massive congratulations again to Naomi, Louise and Jamie for their hard work and dedication over the last four years. Here's to the next four!
Team BP x