Delivering Insight.

Driving Leadership Clarity.

Providing robust, evidence-based assessments to support confident recruitment, development, and leadership decisions.

SERVICES

Evidence-based insight for confident leadership decisions.

At Ashford Assessments, we specialise in delivering robust, research-led psychological assessments to support recruitment, promotion, and leadership development.

Our approach combines academic rigour with practical insight - helping organisations make confident people decisions that stand the test of time.

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What We Do

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    Leadership Assessment

    Evaluate leadership capability, potential, and fit through structured, evidence-based analysis.
    → “Supporting confident selection and development at every level.”

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    Recruitment & Selection

    Objective insight to inform hiring decisions, ensuring the right people in the right roles.
    → “Reducing bias, increasing clarity, and finding true leadership potential.”

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    Development & Coaching

    Helping individuals and teams understand their strengths and growth areas.
    → “Turning feedback into meaningful professional growth.”

Our Approach

Behind every confident leadership decision lies clear insight and genuine understanding. At Ashford Assessments, our work is guided by three principles that underpin everything we do:

  • Every insight we provide is grounded in research, experience, and proven methodology.

  • We turn complex data into clear, practical outcomes that support confident decisions.

  • We approach every project with honesty, transparency, and respect for the people behind the data.

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Meet Josie Truscott

With over three decades of experience in psychological assessment and leadership consultancy, Josie founded Ashford Assessments to bring clarity, rigour, and objectivity to people decisions.

Her work blends academic expertise with practical understanding, helping organisations identify and support talent with integrity and confidence.

“A client once told me, ‘We’re paying you for the right answer, not the easy one.’ That principle still guides everything I do.”

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  • 'Thank you for the kindness you showed to me [when feeding back my assessment]. It has helped to come to terms with the outcome and given me pointers for future growth. Thank you so much for your compassion and honesty..'

    Senior Delegate, Unsuccessful for a C-Suite Role

  • 'These reports have been instrumental selecting the right person for this critical role.'

    Senior Leader, Global Energy Firm

  • 'Thank you, we have been able to make succession planning decisions using your insightful reports and intend to repeat this process.'

    Senior Hiring Manager, Global Drinks Manufacturer

  • 'We have been able to set up an effective onboarding process using your report, thank you.'

    Senior HR business partner, Global Bank

Start with a conversation.

From leadership selection to development planning, we provide the evidence-based insight you need to make confident, informed decisions.

Get in touch to discuss your requirements.

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