Our People
With a powerful combination of industry and disciplinary experts, our consultants work in close partnership with clients to tailor the most
effective recruitment strategies. Backed by market-leading infrastructure, we have the resources to target exceptional candidates and match
them to roles which encourage them to excel.
Betsy Williamson
Managing Director
Executive Search & Specialist
Betsy is the founder and Managing Director of Core-Asset Consulting. She is also responsible for the company’s Executive Search capabilities, where she has built up a reputation as one of Scotland’s premier investment recruiters.
Betsy has spent her entire career within the recruitment industry. While completing a masters in human capital management, she launched Core-Asset Consulting in 2005.
Betsy has spent her entire career within the recruitment industry. While completing a masters in human capital management, she launched Core-Asset Consulting in 2005.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
betsy@core-asset.co.uk
Louise Powrie
Director
Financial & Professional Services
Louise is an experienced recruitment specialist with over 18 years experience, originally within the asset mangement sector before focusing on wealth, platform and pensions.
She is responsible for the day-to-day management of the permanent recruitment team, while also supporting mid to senior roles across asset management, wealth management, fintech and pensions, sales and marketing, and risk and compliance.
She is responsible for the day-to-day management of the permanent recruitment team, while also supporting mid to senior roles across asset management, wealth management, fintech and pensions, sales and marketing, and risk and compliance.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
louise@core-asset.co.uk
Mike Stirton
Director
Interim, Temporary & Contract
Mike is the Divisional Director for Core-Asset Solutions. Mike has nearly 15 years' experience exclusively with temporary, interim and contract recruitment services.
His division Core-Asset Solutions is focused on the investment management, financial services and accounting & finance sectors in Scotland. Mike is also an expert in employment legislation and has sat on many industry panels throughout his career.
He has a BSc Honours in Genetics from the University of Edinburgh and is a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation.
His division Core-Asset Solutions is focused on the investment management, financial services and accounting & finance sectors in Scotland. Mike is also an expert in employment legislation and has sat on many industry panels throughout his career.
He has a BSc Honours in Genetics from the University of Edinburgh and is a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
mike@core-asset.co.uk
John Docherty
Associate Director
Accounting & Finance
John has over 14 years’ recruitment experience across Financial and Professional Services. He leads the recruitment of senior Accounting and Finance appointments in Scotland. John is also responsible for the continuing development of Core-Asset’s accounting & finance capabilities.
John’s sector expertise includes Public Practice, Asset Management, Retail Banking, Insurance, Wealth Management, Third Party Administration and Legal.
John’s sector expertise includes Public Practice, Asset Management, Retail Banking, Insurance, Wealth Management, Third Party Administration and Legal.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
john@core-asset.co.uk
Rachael O'Neill
Associate Director, Investment Operations
Financial Services
Rachael has been recruiting since 2004, specialising in permanent roles within financial services. She has wide-ranging experience in asset servicing, asset management and investment banking.
Rachael focuses on mid to senior-level positions across investment operations, both in asset management and asset servicing. She is passionate about always ensuring candidates and clients receive a truly consultative service.
Rachael focuses on mid to senior-level positions across investment operations, both in asset management and asset servicing. She is passionate about always ensuring candidates and clients receive a truly consultative service.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
rachael@core-asset.co.uk
Emma Hogg
Associate Director
Interim, Temporary & Contract
A founding member of Core-Asset Solutions, Emma has over 8 years’ recruitment experience and is renowned for providing excellent client service. She specialises in Core Business Functions.
Working with many of Scotland’s leading financial services, asset management & asset servicing firms, Emma has developed a great understanding of her clients’ businesses from front through to back office.
Working with many of Scotland’s leading financial services, asset management & asset servicing firms, Emma has developed a great understanding of her clients’ businesses from front through to back office.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
emma@core-asset.co.uk
Andrew Inglis
Senior Business Manager
Legal
Andrew is a Senior Business Manager and joined Core-Asset Consulting in 2016 to set up the Legal Division.
With over 15 years' experience of the Scottish recruitment market, he has worked with a range of leading private practice firms and in-house organisations across Scotland.
Andrew always takes the time to understand his clients and candidates and makes the effort to provide clear, honest and straightforward advice.
With over 15 years' experience of the Scottish recruitment market, he has worked with a range of leading private practice firms and in-house organisations across Scotland.
Andrew always takes the time to understand his clients and candidates and makes the effort to provide clear, honest and straightforward advice.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
andrew@core-asset.co.uk
Chris Donald
Senior Business Manager
Accounting & Finance
Chris has over 8 years recruitment experience within the Scottish Accountancy & Finance market and joined Core-Asset in 2019 as a Senior Business Manager to help further develop Core-Asset’s capabilities in this diverse sector.
Chris specialises in mid-level appointments ranging from Part-Qualified up to Senior Manager.
In his spare time Chris plays football, golf and tennis. He also enjoys traveling and eating out with friends and family.
Chris specialises in mid-level appointments ranging from Part-Qualified up to Senior Manager.
In his spare time Chris plays football, golf and tennis. He also enjoys traveling and eating out with friends and family.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
chris@core-asset.co.uk
Kim Bower
Business Manager
Interim, Temporary & Contract
Kim specialises in recruiting experienced individuals into Core Business Functions roles within Scotland.
She works hard to provide a professional and proactive approach to all client recruitment needs and ensures that candidates receive a high standard and supportive service.
Kim has been recruiting at Core-Asset Consulting since 2008, previously specialising in positions within the asset management sector.
She works hard to provide a professional and proactive approach to all client recruitment needs and ensures that candidates receive a high standard and supportive service.
Kim has been recruiting at Core-Asset Consulting since 2008, previously specialising in positions within the asset management sector.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
kim@core-asset.co.uk
Chloe Williams
Associate Resourcer
Legal
Chloe joined Core-Asset Consulting in July 2019. In her role as Associate Resourcer, she supports the Legal Division and is responsible for sourcing high quality candidates across legal services in Scotland.
Chloe graduated from the University of Stirling with a BA with honours in Philosophy & Politics.
Away from work, Chole enjoys going to music festivals and travelling.
Chloe graduated from the University of Stirling with a BA with honours in Philosophy & Politics.
Away from work, Chole enjoys going to music festivals and travelling.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
chloe@core-asset.co.uk
Christopher Wright
Associate Resourcer
Interim, Temporary & Contract
Chris joined Core-Asset Consulting in February 2019. In his role as Resourcer, he supports the Core-Asset Solutions team by sourcing qualified candidates through various channels.
He graduated from Abertay University in 2018 with a degree in Marketing and Business.
Outside of work, Chris enjoys rugby, football and craft beer.
He graduated from Abertay University in 2018 with a degree in Marketing and Business.
Outside of work, Chris enjoys rugby, football and craft beer.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
christopher@core-asset.co.uk
Emily Stewart
Associate Resourcer
Executive Search & Specialist
Emily provides executive support to the managing director, as well as providing additional support to our asset management clients on a secondment basis.
Emily joined Core-Asset Consulting in June 2019, following her graduation from Heriot-Watt University with a MA (Hons) degree in International Business Management with French.
A sociable and sporty character, Emily has a passion for hockey, cooking, travelling and long-distance running.
Emily joined Core-Asset Consulting in June 2019, following her graduation from Heriot-Watt University with a MA (Hons) degree in International Business Management with French.
A sociable and sporty character, Emily has a passion for hockey, cooking, travelling and long-distance running.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
estewart@core-asset.co.uk
Fiona Aim
Director of Finance
Operations
Originally from Orkney, Fiona graduated from the University of Aberdeen in 2006 with an accountancy and finance degree. She qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2009 (ICAS) while at Johnston Carmichael.
Since leaving practice in 2010, Fiona has worked at Lloyds Banking Group and Virgin Money as a finance business partner.
When not crunching numbers, Fiona enjoys running, learning new languages and travel.
Since leaving practice in 2010, Fiona has worked at Lloyds Banking Group and Virgin Money as a finance business partner.
When not crunching numbers, Fiona enjoys running, learning new languages and travel.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
fiona@core-asset.co.uk
Ian Greep
Senior Consultant
Interim, Temporary & Contract
As Senior Consultant within Core-Asset Solutions, a division of Core-Asset Consulting, Ian specialises in the recruitment of interim, temporary and contract staff across the financial services and investment sectors in Scotland.
His areas of expertise include Accountancy and Finance roles.
Ian also assists graduates in gaining access into the financial sector.
His areas of expertise include Accountancy and Finance roles.
Ian also assists graduates in gaining access into the financial sector.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
ian@core-asset.co.uk
Jack Anderson
Consultant
Financial & Professional Services
Jack joined Core-Asset Consulting in the summer of 2017, after graduating from the University of Dundee with an MA (Hons) in Politics and International Relations.
Already with prior recruitment experience, Jack specialises in working with candidates exploring roles at all levels within wealth management.
Away from work, Jack is a keen rugby player and football fan.
Already with prior recruitment experience, Jack specialises in working with candidates exploring roles at all levels within wealth management.
Away from work, Jack is a keen rugby player and football fan.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
jack@core-asset.co.uk
Julia Patience
Senior Consultant
Interim, Temporary & Contract
Julia is responsible for interim, temporary and contract vacancies that are entry to mid-level.
Specialising in Support Services, these roles include PA, Secretarial, Receptionist, Marketing, HR, IT Helpdesk and Customer Service positions.
A graduate of the University of Edinburgh, Julia holds a MA (Hons) Business degree and focuses on helping other graduates gain access to the Scottish financial sector.
Specialising in Support Services, these roles include PA, Secretarial, Receptionist, Marketing, HR, IT Helpdesk and Customer Service positions.
A graduate of the University of Edinburgh, Julia holds a MA (Hons) Business degree and focuses on helping other graduates gain access to the Scottish financial sector.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
julia@core-asset.co.uk
Julie Fraser
Senior Associate – Business Risk & Control
Operations
Julie joined Core-Asset Consulting in August 2019 as Senior Associate – Business Risk and Control. She is responsible for ensuring the business meets both its internal and external obligations with respect to its regulatory undertakings, and managing the various operational risks appropriately. She is also the Chair of the Risk & Compliance Committee and our Data Protection Officer (DPO).
Julie graduated from Université de Lorraine (France) with a Master Degree in Foreign Languages and Translation.
In her free time, Julie enjoys reading books with a good cup of tea and long walks.
Julie graduated from Université de Lorraine (France) with a Master Degree in Foreign Languages and Translation.
In her free time, Julie enjoys reading books with a good cup of tea and long walks.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
julie@core-asset.co.uk
Juliet Luxton
Client Relationship Associate
Core-Asset Verify
Juliet is an Associate with Core-Asset Verify where she delivers vetting, contract management, payroll and aftercare services.
Juliet graduated from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, majoring in Criminology and Cultural Anthropology. After working in Melbourne for a year, Juliet moved to Edinburgh to experience Scottish life, joining Core-Asset in August 2018.
In her spare time, Juliet enjoys swimming, hiking and watching rugby.
Juliet graduated from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, majoring in Criminology and Cultural Anthropology. After working in Melbourne for a year, Juliet moved to Edinburgh to experience Scottish life, joining Core-Asset in August 2018.
In her spare time, Juliet enjoys swimming, hiking and watching rugby.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
juliet@core-asset.co.uk
Kamilla Mathias
Associate Consultant
Executive Search & Specialist
Kamilla is an Associate Consultant and supports Core-Asset’s Executive Search capabilities. After relocating from Vienna to Edinburgh, Kamilla joined Core-Asset Consulting and fulfilled her wish to begin a career where she could help people realise their career goals.
Prior to moving to Scotland, Kamilla worked for two years as a PA and legal secretary for a renowned law firm in Austria, assisting more than ten partners and providing support to many high profile clients.
Prior to moving to Scotland, Kamilla worked for two years as a PA and legal secretary for a renowned law firm in Austria, assisting more than ten partners and providing support to many high profile clients.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
kamilla@core-asset.co.uk
Kirstin Stalker
Marketing Executive
Operations
Kirstin joined Core-Asset in July 2018. As Marketing Executive, she supports the company's PR and marketing activities, with a particular focus on social media.
Kirstin graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2018 with a first-class MA(Hons) in International Business Management and French and has previous experience in digital marketing.
In her spare time she enjoys running and dancing.
Kirstin graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2018 with a first-class MA(Hons) in International Business Management and French and has previous experience in digital marketing.
In her spare time she enjoys running and dancing.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
kirstins@core-asset.co.uk
Laura Murchie
Finance Business Partner
Operations
Originally from Aberdeen, Laura moved to Edinburgh in 2014 to join Core-Asset Consulting.
With previous experience across a variety of finance roles within the oil & gas industry, Laura is currently working towards her accountancy qualification.
She graduated in 2012 from Robert Gordon University with a BA (Hons) in management and finance.
With previous experience across a variety of finance roles within the oil & gas industry, Laura is currently working towards her accountancy qualification.
She graduated in 2012 from Robert Gordon University with a BA (Hons) in management and finance.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
laura@core-asset.co.uk
Leon Chiwara
Apprentice Recruitment and Operations Administrator
Operations
Leon joined Core-Asset in January 2019 and provides support to our recruitment and operations teams.
He supports all divisions in the business, handles candidate queries and assists with company projects.
In his spare time Leon enjoys football, boxing and experimenting with new food and restaurants.
He supports all divisions in the business, handles candidate queries and assists with company projects.
In his spare time Leon enjoys football, boxing and experimenting with new food and restaurants.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
leon@core-asset.co.uk
Marianne Machaj
Payroll and Finance Administrator
Operations
Marianne joined us in December 2017 as a Payroll and Finance Administrator.
She moved to Edinburgh from Manila, Philippines in 2015 and has worked in various payroll and finance roles since 2010. Marianne processes payroll for our temporary candidates, along with carrying out various finance and HR tasks.
Outside of work, she enjoys keeping fit and travelling to new destinations.
She moved to Edinburgh from Manila, Philippines in 2015 and has worked in various payroll and finance roles since 2010. Marianne processes payroll for our temporary candidates, along with carrying out various finance and HR tasks.
Outside of work, she enjoys keeping fit and travelling to new destinations.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
marianne@core-asset.co.uk
Michael Hutchison
Apprentice Recruitment and Operations Administrator
Operations
Michael joined Core-Asset in September 2018 and provides support to our recruitment and operations teams.
He supports all divisions in the business, handles candidate queries and assists with company projects.
In his spare time Michael enjoys writing music, reading, and playing sports.
He supports all divisions in the business, handles candidate queries and assists with company projects.
In his spare time Michael enjoys writing music, reading, and playing sports.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
michaelh@core-asset.co.uk
Milda Laucuite
Senior Associate – Reception & Business Operations
Milda joined Core-Asset Consulting in June 2019 as Senior Associate - Reception and Business Operations. She leads the recruitment and operations support team and ensures the smooth running of our business operations.
Milda graduated from the University of Aberdeen with an MA (Hons) in Business Management and International Relations.
Away from work, Milda enjoys taking part in outdoor sports and travelling
Milda graduated from the University of Aberdeen with an MA (Hons) in Business Management and International Relations.
Away from work, Milda enjoys taking part in outdoor sports and travelling
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
milda@core-asset.co.uk
Sarah Lindores
Client Relationship Associate
Core-Asset Verify
Sarah is an Associate with Core-Asset Verify where she delivers vetting, payroll and aftercare services.
After gaining a BA in Festival and Event Management from Edinburgh Napier University in 2010, Sarah recently returned to Higher Education and graduated from Edinburgh College, where she studied Human Resource Management.
In her spare time, Sarah likes to see her favourite bands live and explore Edinburgh’s new bars and restaurants.
After gaining a BA in Festival and Event Management from Edinburgh Napier University in 2010, Sarah recently returned to Higher Education and graduated from Edinburgh College, where she studied Human Resource Management.
In her spare time, Sarah likes to see her favourite bands live and explore Edinburgh’s new bars and restaurants.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
sarahl@core-asset.co.uk
Titta Hukkanen
Senior Consultant
Financial & Professional Services
Titta specialises in recruiting individuals into experienced positions within asset management, wealth management, platforms and consulting businesses.
Titta has worked at Core-Asset Consulting since 2008. She joined the company after graduating from Napier University with a 2.1 degree in Business Management. Titta moved to Edinburgh from Finland in 2002.
Titta has worked at Core-Asset Consulting since 2008. She joined the company after graduating from Napier University with a 2.1 degree in Business Management. Titta moved to Edinburgh from Finland in 2002.
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Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
titta@core-asset.co.uk
Tyler Stevens
Contractor Support
Interim, Temporary & Contract
Tyler joined Core-Asset Consulting in May 2019. She provides dedicated support to our contractors, temporary employees and clients during the pre-employment screening and onboarding stages of the recruitment process. She is also on hand to assist our contractors and temporary employees throughout their assignments.
After studying part of her degree in Malaysia, she graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2019 with a first class degree in International Business Management.
In her spare time, Tyler enjoys spending time with family and friends and travelling to new destinations.
After studying part of her degree in Malaysia, she graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2019 with a first class degree in International Business Management.
In her spare time, Tyler enjoys spending time with family and friends and travelling to new destinations.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
tyler@core-asset.co.uk
Core-Asset Consulting
Financial and Professional Services Recruitment
Core-Asset Consulting is an independent recruitment company dedicated to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
A specialist recruiter, our expertise extends across permanent, interim, temporary and contract positions.
Working in close partnership with clients to tailor the most effective recruitment strategies, we have the resources to target exceptional candidates - whether based in the UK or overseas - and match them to roles that encourage them to excel.
To do so, we put people before profit, service before sales and ethics above all.
A specialist recruiter, our expertise extends across permanent, interim, temporary and contract positions.
Working in close partnership with clients to tailor the most effective recruitment strategies, we have the resources to target exceptional candidates - whether based in the UK or overseas - and match them to roles that encourage them to excel.
To do so, we put people before profit, service before sales and ethics above all.
Live Vacancies
Contact Details:
Phone:
0131 718 4600
Email:
edinburgh@core-asset.co.uk
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