Mid to senior level recruitment
My core focus is to service corporates by sourcing appropriate candidates for mid to senior level positions.
- Mid-level and senior positions
- For corporate clients
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I find suitable applicants for mid to senior level positions, in a manner that is ethical and serves both client and candidate.
Best people. Best practice. Best choice.
Fast, efficient and personalised service with no short cuts. I work with a few companies at a time, so your vacancy is never lost in the masses.
Office +27 21 824 1820 · Carol Ann +27 82 994 6386carolann@bluedesk.co.za
Where I work
Cape Town based,
serving corporates
Blue Desk services corporates by sourcing appropriate candidates for mid to senior level positions. My current vacancies are in Cape Town.
Blue Desk Recruitment
Office +27 21 824 1820 · Carol Ann +27 82 994 6386 · carolann@bluedesk.co.za
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How I help
A few companies at a time
More time and attention to detail for each vacancy, so your order is not lost in the masses.
- Personalised service
- No short cuts
Well-vetted candidates
Clients describe candidates who are well-vetted, pre-screened and genuinely interested in the opportunity, with background checks done.
- Selective shortlists
- Background checks
Sales and business development
Carol-Ann brings 23 years in sales and experience in the niche market of sales recruitment from mid-level upwards.
- Sales recruitment
- Mid-level upwards
Who I am
Carol-Ann Farrelly has been in recruitment since 2009, after 23 years in sales with brands such as Rentokil, Bayer, Old Mutual and Imperial Car Hire.
Together we create
great careers!
Vacancies
Ready to take your career to a new level?
Browse vacancies across a wide variety of industries.
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Investment Consultant Graduate
Category: Finance
Work directly with investors and financial advisors to resolve investment related queries with professionalism and sound judgement.
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Investment Consultant – Graduate Role – Asset Management
Category: Business Development
A blue-chip asset management company is looking for exceptional graduates linked to Economics, Investments and Finance. Permanent role.
Why use Blue Desk
I will personally endeavour to give you, the client and the candidate, my very best at all times. With me there are no short cuts and you will get fast, efficient and personalised service. This will be done by working with a few companies at a time and rather giving more time, and attention to detail, to each job vacancy, where your order is not lost in the masses.
Tell me about your vacancyIt starts with whyRead more
As most corporates will admit, finding the right candidate in the shortest period of time is not the easiest task, but is fraught with all sorts of obstacles and frustrations. Time is money and often corporates can better spend their time focusing on their core areas of expertise. Let me use my expertise to make your life easier.
A few companies at a timeRead more
This will be done by working with a few companies at a time and rather giving more time, and attention to detail to each job vacancy, where your order is not lost in the masses.
Excellent interview preparation tipsRead more
“Excellent interview preparation tips. Carol-Ann went above and beyond to help me secure an Investment Service Consultant role at Allan Gray. Her deep industry knowledge and thorough guidance made the entire process seamless. She provided actionable insights that gave me the confidence I needed to ace the interview. I am incredibly grateful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone looking to advance their career.” Atlegang Serero, Bachelor of Economic Science (Hons) | BCOM Economics and Econometrics, via LinkedIn
Big Thanks to Carol-Ann from Blue Desk RecruitmentRead more
“Just wanted to give a quick shoutout to Carol-Ann Hamel at Blue Desk Recruitment — her help was honestly next level in getting me placed at Carrick Wealth. She's got this incredible way of understanding both the company and the candidate, and how to bring the two together in a way that just works. From start to finish, she was supportive, insightful, and genuinely cared about making the right match. I wouldn't have landed this opportunity without her — her ability to spot potential and open the right doors is seriously impressive. If you're in the market or just exploring what's next, I'd definitely recommend reaching out to her. She really gets it.” Robert Best, Talent Acquisition Specialist @ Carrick Wealth, via LinkedIn
Industries my clients come from
Named by Blue Desk clients, in Carol-Ann's background and in current vacancies on bluedesk.co.za.
Wealth and investments
Carrick Wealth; graduate investment roles
Business finance
Business Partners Limited
Telecoms and ISP
VOX Datapro
Restaurant groups
Spur Group
Timeshare
Arrowwood Intl.
Sales
Sales recruitment from mid-level upwards
Medical and pharmaceutical
Carol-Ann's sales background, incl. Bayer
Hygiene services
Carol-Ann's sales background, incl. Rentokil
Car hire and insurance
Carol-Ann's background: Imperial Car Hire, Old Mutual
Personal service, not recruitment in the masses
How Blue Desk works, in its own words and its clients' words.
AspectBlue Desk RecruitmentHigh-volume recruitment
Clients at a timeA few companies at a timeMany vacancies at once
Your vacancyMore time and attention to detail, never lost in the massesOne order among many
Who you deal withCarol-Ann personallyOften a changing contact
CandidatesWell-vetted, pre-screened and genuinely interestedA bunch of CVs on the off chance one lands the job
ChecksSelective, with background checksVaries
ServiceFast, efficient and personalised, with no short cutsStandardised
AvailabilityReady to help 24/7, 365 days a yearOffice hours
Left column: from bluedesk.co.za and its client testimonials. Right column: a general description, not any named firm.
- 23 yrs Sales experience before recruitment
- 2009 Year Carol-Ann started in recruitment
- 4 Top brands Carol-Ann sold for
- 365 days I am ready to help all year, 24/7
Who I am
More about Blue Desk
My core focus is to service corporates by sourcing appropriate candidates for mid to senior level positions. Founder Carol-Ann Farrelly comes from a sales background of 23 years with top brand companies such as Rentokil, Bayer Pharmaceutical, Old Mutual and Imperial Car Hire.
Her recruitment career started with Cozens Recruitment in January 2009. After setting up the Cape Town branch of Salesguru, she opened her own recruitment company to keep helping clients find that elusive 'perfect' candidate, and candidates find the roles that move them forward.
Figures from bluedesk.co.za.
Insights
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Would you like to work with me?
Want to read how I've helped other companies? I believe I am only as good as my clients say I am.
Contact Carol Ann
Contact Carol Ann and I'll schedule a time to discuss your requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of positions does Blue Desk recruit for?
My core focus is to service corporates by sourcing appropriate candidates for mid to senior level positions.
Who will handle my vacancy?
Carol-Ann Farrelly. “I will personally endeavour to give you the client and candidate of my very best at all times.”
What makes Blue Desk different?
This will be done by working with a few companies at a time and rather giving more time, and attention to detail to each job vacancy, where your order is not lost in the masses.
How are candidates screened?
“She's got this incredible way of understanding both the company and the candidate, and how to bring the two together in a way that just works.” Robert Best, Talent Acquisition Specialist @ Carrick Wealth, via LinkedIn. You can read the full recommendations on the Who I am page.
How do I apply for a vacancy?
Please visit my Vacancies page if you are wanting to apply for a position with one of my clients. Each vacancy lists what to send, for example your CV, academic transcripts, copy of degree(s), ID and matric results.
When can I reach you?
I am ready to help you 24/7, 365 days a year. Office +27 21 824 1820, Carol Ann +27 82 994 6386, carolann@bluedesk.co.za.
Where are your current vacancies?
The vacancies currently listed are full-time roles in Cape Town.
Can I read what your clients say?
Yes. Read testimonials from Atlegang Serero and Robert Best (via LinkedIn) on the Who I am page.