Andy Yiannakou

Regional DirectorSpecialising in Accountancy & Finance

When Andy had more than 15 years of recruitment expertise under his belt, he decided that the time was right to open Select Appointments Croydon, which has been established for more than 5 years now. With over 20 years experience in the recruitment industry, Andy has a robust network of contacts spread across many sectors and disciplines. Working on a partnership basis with his clients, Andy's area of expertise is Accountancy and Finance roles across London and Surrey, although he does offer his expertise in other disciplines when his clients or candidates require it.

Outside of work most of Andy's time is taken up spending time with his children, which includes managing his son's under 14 football team. Any other spare time he can be found in the gym!

​To contact Andy call: 0208 263 6221 or 07956 097787

Jobs by Andy

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Entry level Insurance Analyst
SurreyCompetitive

Our client is a high growth specialist platform that provides solutions geared towards helping underwriting teams create amazing service propositions. They are currently looking to recruit an addit...

Temp Accounts Payable
London£17 per hour

Our client, a West London based Theatre/production company, are looking for a temp Accounts Payable Clerk to join the team. The role is an immediate start and will initially run for 8 weeks; there ...

General Manager and Business Development Manager
SurreyCompetitive

Do you want to work for a pioneering initiative dedicated to fostering creativity and innovation in the South London digital sector? Do you have a background in Sales from within the creative secto...

Insurance Broker - Commercial Lines
SurreyCompetitive salary

Our client, a well-established and very successful Insurance Broker at the heart of the Croydon community are looking for an experienced commercial insurance broker to join their already high perfo...

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