We are pleased to announce that the Nicolene Di Bartolo Executive Search Division (NDBES) has rebranded to their own unique personal brand, following 5 years in association with an international search organisation.

The reputation of Nicolene Di Bartolo’s companies in South Africa assures employers and executive talent a truly reliable and personalised executive search service; with deep knowledge of local and African markets.

The Executive Search division was first launched in 1999 and was selected by an international association (at the time the 5th largest in the world) in 2005 to become the sole representative and partner in South Africa.

A strategic decision to resign from the international group was made in September 2010. This decision has prompted exciting and positive changes, including a shift in focus towards offering a more selective, personalised and niche service and strengthening of the internal skills pool.

Nicolene Di Bartolo, MD of the NDB Group says, “We have retained and continue to nurture our established international relationships we have built over the years.”

Nicolene mentioned that the association with the international group definitely proved that NDBES’ quality of service is well aligned to international standards. NDBES is therefore extremely proud to state that employers can expect a proven “world class” service delivered by a sophisticated search team with deep knowledge of emerging African markets and access to international talent through our global relationships which are immediately on-hand to assist.

“A common mistake often made by international organisations expanding to Africa is their insufficient understanding of the African continent. Within recruitment there is much to consider and understand about local markets in order to be effective. A large percentage of expats working in Africa are sourced from and via South Africa, so it is extremely important to know the candidate market locally. NDBES has a strong South African focus and are specialists in recruiting for emerging markets,” says Nicolene.

The organisation offers clients the following expertise:

Managing Director & Senior Advisor25 Years recruitment experience specialising in Executive Search to a portfolio of national and multinational clients.

Executive Business Consultant
BA Degree and Sales & Marketing Management qualifications, with 22 years' experience in Business Development across a broad spectrum of sectors and is a lateral thinking specialist in Search.

Executive Business Consultant
B Soc Sci Degree (Honours) in International Relations and a MBA Graduate with experience in driving international business development and executive search within the Middle East, Northern Africa and Asia Pacific with a focus on global expat recruitment.

Research Consultant17 Years recruitment experience with 7 years dedicated to executive search research and 2 years experience within business development for major SA Job Board. Proven ability to identify talent for key roles accurately according to client specifications.

Research ConsultantDynamic North-West University (NWU) graduate with Honours Degree in Industrial Psychology, experienced in Organisation Leadership & Research of human resource management principles. Experience as a Research and Marketing Consultant within a specialist Recruitment Group. Currently holding Research portfolio whilst studying towards a Masters Degree in Industrial Psychology.

Group Projects Manager
The role supports and ensures balance across IT, Operations, Training, Project Management, Public Relations, Recruitment as well as the acquisition and management of national tenders where the skills and knowledge of the NDB Group are required. Her recruitment expertise are applicable both within the national and international markets.

Nicolene says, “The goal of our exciting new brand is to provide select clientele and executives with a truly personal, professional, reliable and discreet service that is aligned to client needs, is time managed and flexible. We will earn your trust by providing continuous results.”

Reasons to select NDBES as your preferred search partner include:

Strong, focused search team
Deep networks (local and international)

Timeous and reliable proven results
Reputation of the NDB brand
What we promise is what we deliver
Proven high retention

Highly personalised service coinciding with our “personal brand”
Understanding of local and emerging African markets
Established international relationships
Strong understanding of the following sectors: FMCG, Petrochemical, Engineering and Technical, Manufacturing, Commodity Trading, Shipping, amongst others
Long standing clients attain to our success
When clients experience challenges the NDB Group is always top of mind as a solutions provider

We ask relevant questions that ensure we know what you need to present an effective shortlist
We are serious and mean business!
The remarkable reputation of the NDB Group is once again proven in a comment made by an HR Executive to management that NDBES was recently consulting with. “You are in good hands!” Another recent reference says, "Nicolene is one of the few recruiters - real headhunters - that understands the value of long term relationships, both from a client and a candidate perspective. She takes time to understand her candidates' needs and her clients' requirements and does not attempt to merely fill the position without regard for the consequences. Nicolene understands the fundamental principle that a candidate today is a client tomorrow."
This we believe says it all.

Should you wish to discuss your unique executive search needs with a service provider that achieves what they promise please contact Nicolene Di Bartolo personally on 021 466 8901 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            021 466 8901      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email nicolene@ndb-executivesearch.co.za

Nicolene Di Bartolo Executive Search is headed up by Nicolene Di Bartolo, a recruitment industry veteran with 25 years experience. The company has a successful track record assisting reputable national and multinational organisations.
Their team comprises of highly experienced professionals, many of whom have specialist knowledge within the industries they represent which includes: FMCG, Energy & Petrochemical, Financial Services, Engineering, Import/Export and Advertising/Media/Communication. Nicolene Di Bartolo Executive Search forms part of the NDB Group which includes, Nicolene Di Bartolo Management Appointments, Strategy Recruitment Marketing and Support Solutions.

The proven search methodology utilised is based on understanding the client's needs, their industry, the unique competencies required, cultural fit, coupled with a thorough and in-depth search process and an extensive network of local and international Executive talent. A quality and intelligent search approach has set this organization apart as a trend setter within Southern African Recruitment and they are committed to providing sound and relevant solutions that produce effective results for each client, as well as looking after the interests of the business leaders represented.