Testimonials & Insights
Expertise, dedication, and passion for recruitment in Africa.
Awele Elueze - Group Head Human Resources Alerzo
" I had the pleasure of partnering with Nicki Hallé on recruitment initiatives while I was at Alerzo. Nicki consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and the crucial assessment processes to select elite candidates for shortlisting.
Her attention to detail and in-depth understanding of African talent and skills were invaluable.
Nicki's knowledge of the African context and nuances enabled her to effectively navigate complex recruitment landscapes. She is a strong advocate for her clients' needs, ensuring their requirements are met with precision.
I highly recommend Nicki Hallé for her expertise, dedication, and passion for recruitment and the continent. Her ability to make opportunities attractive to top talent is impressive. She would be a valuable asset to any organisation who had leadership hiring needs.
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" For our expansion, she led an executive search for a Regional Director. Her understanding of the local talent landscape and use of competency frameworks delivered not only a hire but a long-term leader who embodies our culture."
" Nicki supported us through a critical transformation, helping us hire across three regions. Her process went beyond CVs—combining global standards with deep African insights. Every stakeholder felt heard, and the result was an exceptional cultural and strategic fit."
" We’d failed twice to hire a critical tech role in country. She stepped in, reframed the brief, conducted rigorous structured interviews, and found a great person within four weeks."
Lars Christer Johannisson CEO Rack Centre
" I have in my professional tenure engaged several times with Nicki. Nicki stands out as proactive, engaging and always following up, both on the assignments and "your" professional challenge. That means that the professional relationship becomes more than the high quality assignment process.
Nicki has the insight and network that I needed as a client and delivered accordingly.I would therefore fully recommend Nicki at any time."
Guy-Bertrand Njoya CFO & Impact Venture Advisor
" I’ve had the pleasure of working with Nicki for nearly eight years. Throughout that time, she has been a trusted partner in my leadership journey, providing thoughtful advice, genuine insight, and unwavering support.
Nicki combines deep sector knowledge with a rare ability to truly understand both the organization’s culture and the individual behind the CV. She’s played a pivotal role in helping me secure leadership roles that were not only career-defining but also deeply aligned with my purpose and values.
What stands out most about Nicki is her authenticity, professionalism, and long-term commitment to the people she works with. She doesn’t just fill roles, she builds enduring relationships."