Terra Firma Associates
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Fernando de Benavides, Managing Director

 I work in English, French and Spanish on a daily basis. I do speak several other languages, but not well enough to boast about them here.

Before setting up Terra Firma, I worked for an international recruitment agency, a major job board and several of the largest international public sector organisations in the world. This included a role as Head of Recruitment for the second largest European public sector organisation. I learnt a lot there. I also started to develop a clear idea of what kind of agency I would one day run, what services should be offered, and how important proactive, hands-on client service really is.  Now I’m doing just that.

As Managing Director here I’ve built a team of which I am proud. I lead the group. I think constantly, striving for innovation and creativity and ensuring everyone stays focused on keeping clients happy.

And, of course, I am a dedicated husband and father of a gorgeous two year old son. He’s a real bundle of energy. I like to strike a balance – family time is very important to me. I’m a real adrenaline junkie. If I had more time, I’d definitely do more skiing and parachuting. Not at the same time, though. My favourite food is a really spicy, fiery hot Thai salad.
 

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