Careers at Scope AT
A platform for success
As a bright, driven Graduate with plenty of career options, you’ll be asking yourself these three questions about Scope AT:
- Is Scope AT the best place for my career and earnings potential?
- Will I enjoy my role and be proud of the work I do at Scope AT?
- Am I right for the Scope AT team?
YOUR CAREER PATH AND EARNINGS POTENTIAL
Your career progression at Scope AT – and your route to high earnings – will be swifter than almost any other career choice you make. The reason for our offer being so good is all about size and markets. Our clients are the largest, most profitable companies on the planet. They are the leaders in finance, and household names. And the talent we supply these brands in Finance Technology (FinTech) are in high demand and command high salaries.
On the flip side of our client’s size, is our size. We are a boutique agency with several offices, a successful 16-year track record with a healthy turnover. So, what does this all mean for you? Well, our size means we can afford to invest in our managers’ time, in developing you and to offer an industry-leading commission scheme. Possible, in part, because our overheads are lower. When we say your OTE in the second year will be a high 5 to 6 figure salary, we mean it.
Of course, accomplishing the skills to earn such a good income so quickly requires effort on your part and training and support from us. The training and development you’ll receive from day one will continue throughout your career but will be most intense at the beginning, with formal training through the highly respected training consultancy Vi International
As you develop, you’ll be given more freedom and autonomy, but you’ll always have a manager to guide, inspire and coach you. After your third year, you could be running your own desk in one of the new tech sectors we are planning or helping build new office locations in Amsterdam Dublin, Frankfurt, New York and elsewhere.
A ROLE YOU’LL ENJOY AND BE PROUD OF
We’ve gone to great lengths to make work at Scope AT challenging but rewarding, demanding but supportive. The team is always on hand to share your celebration and help with the setbacks and rejection that comes with the territory.
Our social life is very important to us and everyone enjoys Friday drinks in one of the beautiful Thames-side pubs and bars we have in Richmond. Team nights out also include go-karting, pub quiz, football and rounders in the summer.
Also, you’ll be proud of the work you do; you’ll be dealing with some of the most respected department heads in finance and technology. The role you perform, supplying the best talent to fuel their growth in FinTech, is shaping the modern world.
And the way we operate is, ‘high standards, your way’. We believe you’ll perform at your best if you are encouraged to meet high standards but in a way that matches your personality and strengths.
For example, if you want to be the market guru who knows everyone and everything about FinTech, great. But if you are more of a relationship builder, taking time to understand the personal drivers of your clients and candidates, then that works too.
ARE YOU THE RIGHT PERSON FOR US?
As you’ve read above, we accept a diverse range of backgrounds; Scope AT is full of great, independent-minded and ambitious consultants.
The people who succeed at Scope AT are driven by hitting targets and goals, and who will work hard in the face of challenges and setbacks. We prefer applicants to have one year’s commercial experience, preferably including some sales activity, but fresh Graduates are welcome too. A University education is not always essential.
So, if you have these characteristics, and you are a natural communicator, we can develop you into a Scope AT consultant and offer you a fast-paced career.
Olivia’s Story
WHAT WAS YOUR JOURNEY?
After my dreams of becoming a professional ballerina were quashed by eight years at The Royal Ballet School, I did a brief stint in the fashion world and realised that glamour only pays the bills for those at the top. It was time to invest in a career that would be both enjoyable and well paid. After meeting the team at Scope AT through a referral, I joined and embarked on a career I had never imagined. That was five years ago.I’ll be honest the first month was tough, I had to adjust to long hours and more rejection than I’d ever experienced. But the support I received from the team and managers soon got me up and running, and when I achieved several placements with a client I had persevered with, the joy (and the commission!) made all the hard work worthwhile.
DID YOU HAVE TO FIT INTO A STRICT PROCESS?
The wonderful thing about Scope AT is the diversity of the people and the freedom we’re given to succeed in our own way. Personally, I’m not very ‘salesy’, I like to build relationships and help my clients and candidates with advice and opportunities.As a young girl, I was even nervous about calling Domino’s Pizza! I now call Directors and Managing Directors of major Banks every day.My approach certainly worked, and I was given just the right amount of advice and pressure to push myself. I have built up a handful of major accounts with global financial companies where I consider my clients (senior execs) my friends.I am now a Senior Billing Manager and enjoy mentoring new joiners; I’ve seen two of my mentees (a person being mentored, I had to look it up!) develop and are now making deals.
IT’S NOT ALL WORK?
The size of our team and the culture we have is great; I never dread coming to work – something I hear my friends, in dull corporations, say often.
The team is there for you with advice all the time; they want you to succeed. And when you face rejection they are on hand.
But what they are best at is celebrating. We have team nights at the beautiful pubs and bars in Richmond each Friday, and trips including top sporting events at Twickenham and Wembley, and I’ve also enjoyed incentive trips to around the world. Paris was brilliant!
Katie’s Story
WHAT WAS YOUR JOURNEY?
When I first joined Scope AT straight out of university, I embarked on a journey that would shape my career in recruitment. Seeking a workplace that values diligence and rewards hard work, I found the perfect fit within the Scope team. Little did I know, my initial steps would lead to significant personal and professional growth.
NAVIGATING THE PEAKS AND VALLEYS:
Running at an international level exposed me to the dynamic nature of recruitment. From exhilarating highs to challenging lows, I quickly learned the importance of consistency and perseverance in the face of adversity. Every success and setback became a valuable lesson, reinforcing the notion that dedication and effort are the cornerstones of achievement in the recruitment.
A BALANCING ACT OF WORK AND TRAINING:
Juggling a full-time job at ScopeAt with rigorous training presented me with a unique set of challenges. However, with unwavering support from Scope AT,I found a way to strike a harmonious balance. Whether it was utilising lunch breaks for training sessions or leveraging local facilities like the picturesque Richmond Park, I seamlessly integrated my professional and personal pursuits, demonstrating resilience and determination along the way.
Patrick’s Story
WHAT WAS YOUR JOURNEY?
I joined Sope AT 5 years ago, after working for a fintech start up. Working for a start up made me recognise the critical role that talent plays in driving the success of a company, whilst being in a new business environment ignited my entrepreneurial spirit.
Why did you want to get into Financial Tech Recruitment?
Fintech’s rapid growth demands skilled professionals in software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, and finance, fuelling a consistent need for specialised recruitment services. Working in fintech recruitment lets you stay current with industry trends and emerging roles, immersing you in a really dynamic environment.
Making the job your own:
Working in recruitment often feels like running your own business. As a recruiter, you operate with a significant degree of autonomy, akin to being self-employed. Your success is directly tied to your ability to make placements and earn commissions. This entrepreneurial aspect means you’re responsible for generating your own leads, cultivating relationships with clients, and closing deals. Achieving milestones like purchasing a house became tangible evidence of my hard work, and I like being in a profession that rewards initiative.
Vig’s Story
WHAT WAS YOUR JOURNEY?
Before joining ScopeAt, I worked as a Business Analyst. This role allowed me to dive deep into data, analyse market trends, and provide strategic insights to help organisations make informed decisions. While I enjoyed the analytical aspect of the job, I found myself yearning for a role that offered more direct interaction with people.
Why Recruitment?
My decision to switch to recruitment stemmed from my passion for working with people. I wanted to leverage my analytical background to match the right candidates with the right opportunities, ensuring a perfect fit for both parties. Recruitment allowed me to combine my love for data with my interest in building personal connections, making a tangible impact on individuals’ careers and our clients’ success.
Making the job your own:
One of the aspects I love most about my role at ScopeAt is the flexibility it offers. I can tailor my job to focus on the roles and clients I am most passionate about. Whether it’s tackling a challenging executive search or finding niche talent for a specialised industry, I have the autonomy to direct my efforts where I see the most potential and satisfaction. This ability to customise my approach keeps my work engaging and aligned with my interests and strengths.
Rowan’s Story
WHAT WAS YOUR JOURNEY?
Following an adventure filled childhood spent in the Himalayas and the Scottish Highlands, I embarked on a Human Geography & International relations degree at Queen Mary’s, University of London. What drew me into seeking a role as a recruitment consultant with Scope was the multi-faceted element of the role. Combining sales, consultative, and business development skills a career at Scope equips you with fundamental skills to excel in any avenue of life whether that’s as a consultant or business owner in the future.
Professional confidence and communication:
Perhaps the best lesson I’ve learnt from my time so far is the comfortability you develop speaking to senior business figures. It becomes clear quickly that regardless of someone’s fancy title or years of experience they should be treated the same as anyone. Pitch confidently and clearly and you will be well received!
Seamless Integration and Training:
One of the aspects I love most about my role at ScopeAt is the flexibility it offers. I can tailor my job to focus on the roles and clients I am most passionate about. Whether it’s tackling a challenging executive search or finding niche talent for a specialised industry, I have the autonomy to direct my efforts where I see the most potential and satisfaction. This ability to customise my approach keeps my work engaging and aligned with my interests and strengths.
Team Dynamics and Culture:
Outside of the office I love cooking, foraging, sports, fashion and music. One would assume that integrating into a recruitment office with these interests would be tough but I use this as an example to illustrate the contrasting members of the team at Scope. We are all inherently interested in one another’s lives and how we choose to spend our time outside of the office. This creates an open armed environment in the office enabling anyone to integrate into the team! Come and join us!
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