“The most important single ingredient
in the formula for success
is knowing how to get along with people.”
– Theodore Roosevelt
A little about Zeal Consultants
Zeal Consultants is a leading IT Sales/Technical Recruitment Consultancy based in Cheshire that works with Technology companies to find them the most effective, high-achieving professionals for their business.
Since we were established in 2010 the business has gone from strength to strength in our attempts to change our clients and candidates perceptions of Recruitment which has been achieved by continually delivering an exceptional 1st class service.
We genuinely take our time to understand the needs and expectations of our candidates and clients, and our experience provides us with a level of understanding that ensures a perfect match between the two.
Our key goal is to take back the active role of a Recruiter which seems to have been long lost over the years and genuinely provide a Bespoke and Professional service that manages the whole process from inception through to completion. The key to any successful business is efficient and effective allocation of resources, so we allow you to focus on your core business, while you leave the hiring process to us, working to a timetable/agenda that we agree with you.
We have placed Business Development Managers/Directors, VP of Sales, Sales Managers, Sales Directors, Account Managers and IT Sales Executives, with companies who previously were not aware of Zeal Consultants; we have proven our ability to deliver the best results for our customers and dependant on your requirements, ethos and company culture hopefully we can do the same for you?
With over 20 years’ experience within our chosen fields our Directors and Consultants are suitably placed within their markets to offer expert advice to all prospective candidates and clients alike. Our staff are very honest in their approach and will help, advise, and where necessary discourage, our customers so you feel you are really getting both a real view of the marketplace, as well as exceptional representation of your business.
Our service is one built to absorb and remove the same frustrations most businesses/candidates have no doubt had with Recruiters which is why Zeal Consultants strives to provide an effective service that will enable clients to hire candidates that are relevant to requirements with as little fuss as possible and also candidates to speak with Consultants that take the time to listen to their requirements and advise of genuine opportunities that will suit the next step in their career.
Meet our Team
Kevin Mallen
Director
I have been in the recruitment industry for over 10 years working in various sectors and for some reputable companies but always with a passion to successfully manage my own business and change clients and candidates perceptions of the industry as a whole.
After years of working for other people and not always treated the best I have always wanted to be a supportive Boss who offers a work environment which is focussed on allowing my consultants to be successful but also happy in and outside of work.
I currently live in Stockport with my wife and 3 boys with most of my time dedicated to being a taxi driver for the children and also being continually disappointed by Newcastle United.
Lee Graham
Financial Director
I’m the FD for Zeal Management Consultants and Major Shareholder in the business with the enthusiasm and business experience to continually strive to take the business to the next level.
I have successfully managed and strategically guided companies I have been involved in with notable success over the last 9 years working in not only recruitment but also within the entertainment and leisure industry.
I’m skilled in strategy development and implementation and have developed an interactive and effective strategic financial planning model that has elevated Zeals business dealings.
Currently live in Cheshire with my wife and 2 boys which occupies most of my time however have a keen interest in Scuba Diving, travelling and also Part time Goalkeeper for the Zeal team (When its forced upon me).
Chris Eccles
Managing Consultant
Coming from a technical and customer service background I found the transition into IT Sales recruitment an easy one and couldn’t have found a better fitted company in Zeal to match my approach and recruitment style. I decided to go into recruitment as I felt the assistance I had in the past left a lot to be desired and I knew I could provide a better service and actually help people who were or were not looking to change roles by giving them a tailored service suited to their needs
I’d like to think I have a honest and open approach which goes a long way when forging client relationships and extending my network. I genuinely enjoy my job (which I have never previously been able to say) and I’m proud to call myself part of the Zeal team.
James Graham
Managing Consultant
I have been in client facing sales for over 8 years working in various industries, truly finding one I enjoyed 2 and half years ago when I joined Zeal Management Consultants. In that time it’s been a huge learning curve but one I have thoroughly enjoy and I am very much looking forward to the future continuing to go from strength to strength.
I pride myself on representing clients and candidates to the highest possible level whilst continuing to adapt with no two days the same. I am currently living in Manchester with my 4 year old daughter who monopolises the majority of my time; she is very much the boss outside of the office.