Joanne Caine

Joanne Caine
Joanne Caine
Managing Director

Jo joined Cathedral Appointments over 25 years ago and now leads the business alongside Clodagh, who joined the company in 2021. Jo is a local employment expert and a former board member of Exeter’s leading business membership organisation, Exeter Chamber. She is also a Fellow of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and has an Associated CIPD membership.

She has a special talent for sourcing expert-level Executive talent and has an amazing knowledge of businesses across the region. Jo mainly works on search projects and has an excellent reputation in identifying key business leaders and board-level talent for her clients. Jo has also garnered a network of connections in both the public and not-for-profit sectors and has developed longstanding relationships with key employers in the area.

Favourite place in the South West: The South West coast path, specifically the rugged north side.

Favourite place to eat: At home with my husband - he is a great cook!

What job would you be terrible at? Anything to do with finance - ask my accountant!

Sectors I work within

  • Candidate Sourcing, Search and Selection
  • Executive Recruitment - CEO, COO, Director, Senior Management and Leadership roles
  • HR Recruitment - HR Directors, HRBP's, Head of HR, HR Managers, Learning & Development, Resourcing, Talent Acquisition 
  • Salary Advice and Salary Benchmarking
  • Specialist Advertising, Talent Attraction Knowledge
  • Local Job Market Information
How to handle difficult staff - The 10-step no-fuss method

How to handle difficult staff - The 10-step no-fuss method

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 07 May, 2019

Left to their own devices, difficult staff can quickly turn your workplace toxic. Read below for advice on how to handle them.

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4 Reasons Why You Should Leave Job Candidates with a Good Impression

4 Reasons Why You Should Leave Job Candidates with a Good Impression

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 03 May, 2019

It’s not just prospective employees who need to give the best account of themselves at interview. You do too. Our MD, Jo Caine gives reasons why…..

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How to choose between two great candidates - in 8 steps

How to choose between two great candidates - in 8 steps

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 29 April, 2019

You’re left with two great candidates for one single vacancy. Find out how to choose between them with our 8 tips here.

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7 tips to make new employees feel properly welcome

7 tips to make new employees feel properly welcome

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 18 April, 2019

The first day of a new job can be daunting for anyone, so make sure you make them feel welcome. Find out how here.

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What are the best routes into accountancy?

What are the best routes into accountancy?

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 20 February, 2019

In Cathedral’s latest blog, our Managing Director, Joanne Caine FIRP DipRP, discusses the best routes into accountancy. This includes a detailed examination of the required qualifications, defining a career plan, gaining vital experience and securing that job role.

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How to showcase extracurricular activities on your CV and in interviews

How to showcase extracurricular activities on your CV and in interviews

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 18 December, 2018

Extracurricular activities? Nope, not a clash with the paranormal, but the little extras on your CV that can elevate you from a good job candidate to a great job candidate. Here are some pointers on how to showcase extracurricular activities on your CV and in interviews.

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10 Tips for Changing Your Career

10 Tips for Changing Your Career

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 28 November, 2018

Why waste time in a career that you don’t feel happy in? If you feel that it’s time for a change, here are ten tips.

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Top Questions To Ask At The End Of An Interview

Top Questions To Ask At The End Of An Interview

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 23 November, 2018

Interviews are a tricky business, but preparation is key to success. One of the things we recommend for all our candidates to prepare are questions that demonstrate their interest in the position and aptitude. Find out more about our top questions to ask at the end of an interview.

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Team building events: valuable bonding or insufferable time waster?

Team building events: valuable bonding or insufferable time waster?

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 16 November, 2018

Team building event: three words capable of sending shivers down the spine of even the most acquiescent employee. But are team building events worth it? Do they get results? Or has the time come to drop the final curtain on what some employees perceive to be the bane of corporate life?

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8 tips for creating a happier, more productive office environment

8 tips for creating a happier, more productive office environment

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 06 November, 2018

8 tips for creating a happier, more productive office environment It’s true what they say: you’re a product of your environment. A dull, charmless office isn’t exactly going to inspire your workforce to produce their finest work. But with a little bit of thought, you can transform your nerve centre into a space that’s creative, productive and happy.

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How to find jobs after graduation in the West Country

How to find jobs after graduation in the West Country

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 14 September, 2018

Lots of graduates’ struggle to find employment after completing their studies, but here we outline how to find jobs after graduation in the West Country. Find out more.

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What recruiters want to see on a CV

What recruiters want to see on a CV

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 24 July, 2018

As one of the West Country’s busiest recruitment consultancies, our staff read a small mountain of CVs every day. From wonderful to weird, we’ve seen it all – including one effort covered in photographs of lions.

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