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.
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