'I have known and often engaged with SSR for more than 20 years as both a candidate and a client so I feel well placed to endorse their business services with the highest regard, in fact I am a “raving fan”.

On a personal level I have been able to consult and share information at the most confidential of times knowing that my conversations and the advice given was by a professional organisation who consider the wider implications for me , probably better than I had myself. This has been most inspiring and valued by me as it has had a direct positive impact on my career development.

As a client I have used SSR`s recruitment services plus used them in a broader way too. The working relationship and services received are first class. The services provided go far beyond being a broker, by matching candidates to positions via a database, which can often be the case when using recruitment agencies. SSR takes the recruitment process to a more strategic level to ensure a proper match between employer and employee is made and both parties benefit.

SSR is my first place of contact for career and employment services because I am dealing with a professional organisation that understands my requirements, meets my objectives, adds value with impartial advice and most importantly of all, are people who I trust. SSR are a credit to our industry and have become synonymous with high class recruitment services.'

'I have had the pleasure of working with SSR in general and Peter French in particular over the past 22 years. In both professional and personal capacities. There is no doubt in my mind that SSR represents the very best in recruitment services for all parts of the security industry from a company’s front gate to its source computer code. From a professional viewpoint I have observed the extra care that SSR takes in all regards to really understand its clients’ needs and constraints. It readily helps to define job specifications, refine the interview process and even to assist candidates with the preparation of their cvs; I have benefited from all of this and from both sides of the fence! SSR is represented directly or indirectly on many of the leading industry forums and its views are always held in high regard.

There is a continuity and consistency to the work of SSR; there is a loyalty and energy offered by Peter to everyone with whom he works, that is rare and uniformly respected by the leaders of the security industry. I wish him and his fine organisation every continuing success in the future – their work in my experience is truly excellent.'

'Having made some enquiries and looked around myself for a reliable company to assist me in the recruiting process I soon discovered SSR Personnel.

Over the years I have used the services of SSR Personnel a number of times to fill various posts, and without exception they have always matched the right people to the job on offer, one of whom is still working with me after fourteen yours, proving that the selection and commitment managed by SSR on our behalf works, and works well.

I have come to know the staff at SSR Personnel on a personal basis, not only meeting them when I need to recruit someone, but also meeting them at conferences, seminars, dinners which usually have a security theme attached to them, where we maintain our relationship. It's clear to me that they take their business very seriously and their attendance at these events demonstrates that commitment.

The standards set by SSR Personnel are very high. They pass those high standards on to their clients through advice, service, and ultimately the recruitment process. I will continue to use their excellent services.'

'SSR’s CSR output is self-evident. SSR and its leading management in particularly, are recognised for their philanthropic deeds with a number of charities, and through the WCoSP Charitable Trust. Certainly the SSR team are always available if you need professional advice which is not the norm from others in their sector, and applicants I have recommended should talk to them, always comment on their professionalism.

SSR have set the benchmark by which professional security recruitment is measured, internationally. SSR are to my knowledge the only international security recruitment consultancy, which offers contract, interim and permanent recruitment services. Truly one-shop services, which I certainly have been a “Raving Fan “of.

Very few recruitment companies can boast of having direct experience of supplying security services, or having leadership with relevant professional qualifications, who are therefore able to relate to the needs of the customer so directly. SSR does.'

'SSR is a market leading security recruitment consultancy with an outstanding reputation for quality service built on establishing and maintaining close long term relationships with their clients and candidates alike. I consider SSR long lasting placement, an outstanding recruitment company with major expertise and understanding of the security market. They always provide high calibre candidates to their clients, staking their reputation on placing the right candidate to meet their client’s expectations.

Whenever there is a major security conference here in the UK or overseas, SSR will always be there to support the event organisers by offering their expertise in planning or by participating or chairing debates and panel sessions. Peter French in particular can always be relied on for support and advice - his knowledge and understanding of all matters security are legionary.

I would highly commend and endorse SSR for the Security Recruitment'

'SSR have worked with us for over 10 years, in the areas of recruitment, consulting and specialist services. Throughout that time we have found them to be professional, supportive and responsive to change.

They provide timely, appropriate advice and fully participate in the wider security/ recruitment world, ensuring a breadth of knowledge, experience and influence. As regular sponsors, presenters and attendees of conferences, they not only share their knowledge and experience but also take account of current issues and challenges within the industry, with the aim of improving their offering.

They are responsive to requests, suggestions and ideas outside of their core contracted services and readily provide possible solutions to emerging situations and problems.'

'Having been recruited to my current organisation by SSR some 21 years ago I have found them to continually be there for support, guidance and advice. Having started my career as a Security Officer within my organisation and gone through numerous promotions to reach the position of Head of UK Security I have always found SSR willing to offer unequivocal help each step of the way. SSR have always had a thorough understanding of my organisations business objective and what our client expectations are. They have assisted me to adapt my CV throughout my career and offered help and guidance when I was preparing for promotional interviews.

I can always rely on SSR to help out with a question or a problem; they have a very impressive reach across the industry and are well respected as Security professionals throughout my peer group.'

'I currently have 52 staff and one of the lowest churn rates in the whole of the company. This low level of churn is, in no small way, due to the great relationship between Sky and SSR. I have worked with SSR for in excess of ten years now; the relationship has grown over that time and is based on good communication and an effective understanding.

It is SSR's ability to understand not just the role required but the necessity of the need for the cultural fit that sets them apart.

I am pleased to be associated with SSR and have no hesitation in recommending their services to others.'

'My company has worked closely with SSR for the past 25 years and value them very highly as a trusted service partner. As our business has grown, we have found the support and guidance of SSR invaluable. This support extends way beyond traditional recruitment activities and SSR have helped us introduce a number of better processes to our business that guarantee we recruit and retain only the best staff.

Their open-minded attitude is a perfect example of SSR's partnership approach to its customers and has been hugely beneficial to my business. They continue to innovate and lead the way'

'I have worked with SSR since 1996 and rate them as the primary security recruitment firm in the world. Since then, I have seen SSR continually commit to conducting pro bono work that benefits the security community. SSR always tries and largely succeeds, as far as humanly possible, in placing the appropriate candidate in the relevant role. SSR’s consultants have always advised on and edited candidates’ applications.

SSR frequently sponsors and widely participates in global and local security events. In summary, SSR stands out from the competition as SSR sincerely cares about their clients’ requirements as well as their candidates’ careers, in equal measure'

'Not surprisingly, I count the SSR Personnel whom I have worked with directly during my three-year tour in the UK in this category. I have always valued their steadfast professionalism, dedication to duty, equanimity and commitment to excellence in carrying out a broad range of responsibilities, particularly given the voluntary nature of the work.

I have had the good fortune to work with both Yasmeen Stratton and Peter French (SSR) whose membership on the council has been highly productive and beneficial to the success of the organization.'