Victoria Ricketts

Commander
DISC Type : D

Director/ Owner at Stafford Lawrence Ltd

United Kingdom

Overview

Victoria Ricketts is the Managing Director of Stafford Lawrence Ltd, a global recruitment firm she founded. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in the construction and engineering sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Solent University and is recognized as a Fellow of the British Institute of Recruiters. Colleagues describe her as dedicated, personable, and enthusiastic.

Personality Overview

Candid & Clear

Strong-Willed

Risk-Taker

They respond well to strong and respectful communication.  They like to stay in control of the negotiation or defining of the terms. They put a lot of effort into ensuring personal success.

Topics They Care About

Global Recruitment
Her entire career is focused on international talent acquisition, with specific expertise in the UK, Middle East, and Asian markets for the construction and engineering sectors.
Construction & Engineering
Possesses over two decades of specialized recruitment experience within these industries, focusing on roles from mid-level to executive leadership for consultancy organizations.
Middle East Markets
Her company consistently posts senior-level vacancies in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, indicating a strong, current focus on the region's construction and engineering projects.

Media Appearances

Victoria has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2018
Director/ Owner at Stafford Lawrence Ltd
4-2012 - 12-2017
Divisional Manager - UK & International Consultancy at Edge Careers
3-2010 - 4-2012
International Recruitment Manager -Rail at Resourcing Solutions
7-2009 - 2-2010
Director & Owner at Stafford Lawrence Ltd
11-2006 - 5-2009
Head of International Recruitment & Direct Search at Duke & Attwood

Education

1993 - 1995
Bachelor of Arts - BA from Solent University
1991 - 1992
A Levels from Bournemouth and Poole College

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Exp : 30 Location : United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director/ Owner at Stafford Lawrence Ltd
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Insights For Selling To Victoria

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.
  • When negotiating terms, help them build an impression that they are the ones calling the shots
  • Hold your ground without indulging in one-upmanship

DONT's

  • Do not back off when challenged, respond with a confident, objective answer instead
  • Don't try too hard to forge relationships with them
  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Victoria is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Victoria

  • If they are not convinced, they will have no hesitation in telling you the same.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Victoria move?

  • If convinced, they can reach decisions quite fast.
  • Can Victoria take some risk or not?

  • They do not shy away from taking risks, but can be quite binary about them.

You And Victoria

Personality Compatibility


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