WDScott returns to the people business

The board of international management consulting firm WDScott today announced their merger with Melbourne and Sydney based executive recruitment and search specialist Market U (www.marketu.com.au).

WDScott Group Managing Director, Dr Stephen Moss, said "This merger will form the foundation of our strategy to build back WDScott's people business. We are in advanced discussions with complementary firms in both New York and London and we look forward to announcing the launch of an international People business in the coming months."

Market U is a leading executive recruitment and search firm specialising in the disciplines of corporate affairs, communications and marketing. As well as mid to senior level permanent and interim executive placement, Market U offers executive coaching, and provides consulting service to clients that are undergoing change including re-structuring advice, preparation of position descriptions and communications support.

"Market U's clients, comprising Australia's top companies and organisations, will continue to benefit from the strong industry knowledge, highly professional approach, and consistent personalised service for which Market U is renowned," said Moss. "In addition, they will enjoy increased access to an international pool of candidates, and our candidates will see increased opportunities overseas."

Market U founder and CEO, Ms Anna Whitlam, will also play a leading role in the development of the WDScott international people business, while maintaining a focus on the development of the Australian business with the support of Market U General Manager, Tricia Kent, managing the team and day-to-day operations.

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