Local Business Practice

Although adept at filling positions across many disciplines, the Local Business Practice is best equipped for solving two types of staffing needs for its clients: 1) key executive support and administrative positions across all disciplines, and 2) positions that require low-to-mid level professionals within Investment Management. In both scenarios, the LBP has earned a reputation across the Philadelphia region for being uniquely qualified to quickly match hard-to-find top talent with the finest companies.

The LBP understands that a successful marriage between employee and employer relies upon much more than merely a comparison of skills to job description. This relationship depends upon a thorough fit between personality and corporate culture The LBP’s mission is to fully understand the potential contribution and needs of both candidates and hiring companies, thereby ensuring that every hire starts on the right path to a mutually beneficial and long-lasting relationship. The track record of the LBP can be reflected best in the large number of its clients that look nowhere else for their permanent staffing solutions.

Recent positions filled include:

  • Executive Assistant
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Secretary
  • Sales Assistant
  • Client Analyst
  • Relationship Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Operations Assistant
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Receptionist/Front Desk
  • Bookkeeper
  • Accounting Clerk
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accountant
  • Public Relations Assistant
  • Marketing Assistant
  • HR Assistant
  • HR Generalist
  • Payroll Administrator
  • Benefits Administrator
  • Administrative Manager
  • Contract Administrator
  • Customer Service
  • Legal Assistant
  • Paralegal

While the LBP most often partners with clients in Center City Philadelphia and its suburbs, it also frequently fills needs for companies beyond the region by taking advantage of it's access to the vast nationwide resource of the MRI Network of offices.

Testimonials:

"Terri Boyd and her staff have been effective assets in helping us to identify talent for the Philadelphia Eagles."
Eric Newman, Director of Human Resources, The Philadelphia Eagles


"The MRI team has been the most responsive, proactive and thoughtful recruiters of administrative staff I have ever dealt with. Their screening process is quite complete in that you only receive resumes of individuals truly qualified to do the job. I would highly recommend their services."
Jeffrey A. Hollowniczky, CPA, Ashbridge Investment Management


"I have worked with MRI in the past on several different placements. They consistently delivered talented candidates on a very short timeline. They were skillful at understanding our corporate culture and were able to identify strong motivational fits for the organization. They always provided exemplary customer service."
Rosemary Phillips, Aramark


"I cannot thank you enough for all of your help. Your drive and professional energy are such an inspiration to me. Even though it wasn't the easiest job search, it was well worth the wait! Your care and persistence really made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process."
Lauren Hendel, Candidate


"I had a wonderful experience working with both of you. You run a top-notch organization. From the interview process all the way through to the hiring process, I knew that I was dealing with professionals who really knew what to do. In fact, I have been speaking so highly of the both of you that I have had friends and acquaintances request your contact information. I am happy to pass along your information to those who request it to support your business."
Lynda Migliaccio, Candidate