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Debbie Shields / Associate Director

Debbie Shields
Debbie Shields
Telephone: 
07838 999 959
Email: 
dshields@aspenpeople.co.uk
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Debbie is a senior level recruiter, with significant experience in the finance space across the public, private and third sectors. Working in true partnership with her customers, allows Debbie to use her knowledge and expertise to ensure that the appointment is right for all parties and that she can deliver service of the highest level. Debbie has developed a reputation for building strong and long standing relationships working on a retained and exclusive basis.

Debbie has a personal interest in the non-profit sector and sits as Vice Chair of a charity called SAY Women and sits on the Committee of Scottish Women in Business.

Debbie’s love of cycling and exploring the hills and Munroes of Scotland, balance out a love good food, good wine and exploring the fantastic restaurants of Scotland!!

“My perfect day would start with a hike up one of our lovely Munroes (hopefully in the sunshine), followed by a hearty dinner and fantastic wine, with good friends at a log cabin somewhere out in the hills”.

 

 

Staff Testimonials

Margaret Mary Rafferty, Managing Director at Ceteris (Scotland)
" Debbie helped us recruit a new Managing Director for the company. She was professional throughout, sourced some excellent candidates and supported throughout the whole interview process. Her input was very much appreciated by the Board of Directors and I believe the successful candidate is the right person for the job. Debbie's contacts within recruitment ensured that she was able to reach a wider spread of candidate than we would have been able to do through advertising alone. It was the right decision to appoint Aspen. "
- Margaret Rafferty
Marie McQuade, Charity Consultant and Interim Head of Scotland at Changing Faces, UK
" Debbie placed me in a fantastic interim role with changing faces. She was informed, helpful and highly skilled at aligning the organisations and candidates needs. Personally and professionally she was a joy too- I highly commend her! "
- Marie McQuade
Social Enterprise Scotland - Chief Executive
" I enjoyed working with Debbie on our recent recruitment process. She was very knowledgeable about the role and sector and provided invaluable admin support as well as strategic input. Having always been a bit sceptical of recruitment agencies, I'm now convinced of the added value and would work with Debbie again if the need arose. "
- Zahra Hedges - Social Enterprise Scotland Board Member
Julie McHugh Professional Recruitment Testimonial

I’m now nearly 6 weeks into my new role and although its been a very different start to my new career than I could ever imagine, I’m pleased I made the move. Despite all the disruption that C19 brings, there is still plenty of demand for my skills and numerous opportunities for me to use my experience in my new role. The reason I’m writing to you both is to say a heartfelt ‘thank you’. I originally came into contact with Aspen a few years ago when Donogh invited me to submit my CV for a senior post with the Scottish Government. Although I wasn’t successful at that time, the support and advice I received from Aspen was invaluable in helping me understand and appreciate the value of my skillset for prospective employers. Aspen maintained contact with me during the intervening period, ensuring they fully understood my career aspirations. Because Aspen had taken time to invest in building a relationship with me, Lesley was quick to match me to a role that an important client asked them to fill. Within a few days, I had met with a senior partner and discussions had started for an exciting career with one of the Big 4 tax firms. Lesley was extremely supportive throughout the whole process, acting as my mentor and advisor to help me present the best version of myself at every stage of the process. The care I received from you both was exceptional, so much so that I can honestly say that one phone call from Aspen quite literally changed my life! I am now embarking on a new career that is rewarding on so many levels and that would not have happened without your dedication and belief in me. You are both a pleasure to work with.

Julie McHugh - Successful candidate, Director Tax Transformation