A Serendipitous Success: From Financial Controller to Finance Director

A Serendipitous Career Journey Begins

At Debbie Burbage Recruitment, we’re always thrilled when we can help candidates not only find the right job but also build a career that exceeds their expectations. One such story is about a talented finance professional whose journey with us unfolded in the most serendipitous way.

The Search for a Financial Controller

We were working with a local company seeking a Financial Controller, someone with strong leadership potential and a vision for the future. We knew we needed to find someone who was not only highly skilled but also deeply connected to the local area—a person who could grow alongside the company and truly become a part of its fabric.

A Perfect Match in an Unexpected Moment

As Debbie reflected on potential candidates, one individual came to mind, along with others who we knew had the experience and drive to succeed in such a pivotal role. What made this story even more special was the serendipity behind it. Just a week before we reached out, the candidate had been walking with her husband past the very company we were recruiting for and she said, “Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a job there?” Little did she know that very opportunity was going to become a reality.

The Interview Process and the Final Choice

The company conducted interviews with all three candidates we submitted to them, carefully assessing their strengths and fit with the organisation. In the end, the client chose the very candidate Debbie had initially thought of, recognising her as the perfect match for the role.

Thriving as a Financial Controller

She stepped into the Financial Controller position, bringing her dedication, expertise, and leadership to the team. The company valued her contributions from the very start, recognising her as someone who could grow with them for the long term. Over the next few years, her hard work and vision paid off. She developed within the company and eventually grew into the role of Finance Director.

A Career of Growth and Leadership

Her journey from Financial Controller to Finance Director wasn’t just a progression of titles—it was a testament to her growth, her connection to the company, and her commitment to making a lasting impact. She had not only found the job she had once imagined herself in but turned it into a thriving career close to home, where she continues to grow and lead.

What We Stand for at Debbie Burbage Recruitment

This example exemplifies what we stand for at Debbie Burbage Recruitment: identifying the right opportunities for the right people and watching them flourish. It’s about more than filling a position—it’s about helping people realise their potential in a role they love, in a place that feels like home. Debbie’s instinct and dedication to finding the right match made all the difference in helping this candidate achieve her dreams while delivering exactly what the client needed.