Top Staffing Agencies in the United Kingdom
From London’s FTSE 100 headquarters to Manchester’s fast-growing tech scene, the United Kingdom offers a deep pool of talent across finance, healthcare, manufacturing, creative, and emerging AI sectors. Clutch helps you find trusted staffing partners in the UK with verified reviews, transparent service offerings, and proven outcomes.
Our directory features agencies experienced with UK compliance and hiring norms — from IR35 and AWR to Right to Work and GDPR — so you can scale confidently. Use filters to narrow by industry expertise, location (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland), budget, firm size, and staffing model (contingent, retained, RPO, temp/contract). Explore related directories:
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See all 24 projectsRemote Team Solutions specializes in recruiting and workforce solutions, offering services such as talent acquisition and temporary staffing. Reviewers consistently highlight their adeptness in finding great talent, with 100% positive feedback on their professionalism and responsiveness. Approximately 80% of reviewers appreciated their cultural fit and commitment to client success, although one mentioned the hiring process might feel rushed at times.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United KingdomServices provided
See all 6 projectsInCommon is a recruitment agency specializing in talent acquisition and workforce solutions. The company consistently receives positive feedback for its effective communication and exceptional project management, with 100% of reviewers praising their ability to match candidates to specific company needs. Clients highlight the cost efficiency and cultural alignment, with many noting significant payroll savings and streamlined team-building processes.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Serves United KingdomServices provided
See all 9 projectsWexpand is a recruitment agency specializing in staffing, talent acquisition, and workforce solutions. Reviews indicate high satisfaction with 100% of clients praising their dedication, cultural fit, and efficiency, particularly in meeting tight recruitment timelines and reducing costs. Clients consistently report positive outcomes, highlighting Wexpand's effective project management and communication skills.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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See all 113 projectsOnHires is a recruitment agency specializing in talent acquisition and staffing solutions across various industries. Feedback from clients (100% positive) highlights their efficiency in delivering qualified candidates and meeting hiring timelines. An impressive 83% of reviewers praised OnHires for understanding technical requirements and offering effective communication throughout the hiring process.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 64 projectsBrainSource Network - a Recruitment Marketplace is a recruitment and staffing agency specializing in workforce solutions and talent acquisition across various industries, notably IT, finance, and engineering. With a 100% positive feedback in the reviews, clients highlight the company's efficiency in reducing hiring timelines and enhancing candidate quality. Approximately 60% of reviewers emphasize the company's ability to understand specific role requirements and cultural fits, making them a reliable recruitment partner for diverse staffing needs.
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$5,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999London, England
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Insight Global, a big data analytics company, provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI. The firm is located in Atlanta, Georgia and Birmingham, Alabama.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49LONDON, England
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See all 39 projectsLucky Hunter, a recruitment agency specializing in tech staff recruitment, consistently receives positive feedback for its efficiency, professionalism, and tailored solutions. Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight its ability to quickly understand client needs and cultural fit, with successful hires often occurring within weeks. Clients appreciate their proactive communication and precision in talent acquisition, underscoring their effectiveness as a recruitment partner.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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See all 14 projectsTiger Recruitment Ltd. is a recruitment agency specializing in providing high-quality temporary staffing and employment solutions. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with reviewers praising their responsiveness, professionalism, and exceptional customer service, as highlighted by 100% of the reviews. Clients commend their ability to deliver efficient and satisfactory temporary staffing solutions at short notice.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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See all 3 projectsRemoted Nordic AB is a recruitment services company known for its agile approach and professionalism in fulfilling production and engineering roles. The company has received positive feedback for its effective communication and market understanding, with 100% of reviewers commending their prompt and efficient service. Clients appreciate their alignment with company values and high-quality candidate delivery.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 12 projectsZero to One Search is a recruitment agency specializing in talent acquisition and employment solutions. Their clients appreciate their high-quality service, professionalism, and fast response, with 100% of reviews mentioning successful candidate placements and satisfaction with their service. They excel in meeting clients' specific needs promptly and courteously, ensuring a great culture and value fit.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Bromley, England
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See all 10 projectsKING'S CHOICE is a recruitment agency specializing in talent acquisition and employment solutions, consistently praised for its efficient communication and expertise in candidate search. The company boasts a 100% satisfaction rate across reviews, with clients highlighting their impressive attention to detail and ability to align with company values. Approximately 67% of reviewers commend the cost-effective pricing and cultural fit.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ashford, England
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See all 5 projectsHR GO Recruitment is a recruitment services company specializing in sourcing skilled IT professionals. Across reviews, clients praise their flexibility, effective communication, and ability to deliver quality candidates quickly. They maintain strong project management practices, consistently adhere to budgets, and offer personalized services to meet client-specific needs. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 1 projectsBent Oak Systems is a Recruitment Agency specializing in Temporary Staffing and Workforce Solutions. They are praised for their accountability and trust, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their speed and reliability in project delivery. Clients commend their professional communication and alignment with company values, ensuring seamless and efficient collaborations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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See all 1 projectsAtlantic Group is a professional recruitment agency specializing in hiring finance, legal, and compliance professionals. With 90% of their placements remaining for at least a year, they are lauded for timely delivery and well-qualified candidates. Most reviewers commend their efficiency, though minor communication issues were noted.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Bishop's Stortford, England
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See all 5 projectsBlack Piano is a recruitment agency specializing in talent acquisition and workforce solutions. Their reviews highlight a 100% satisfaction rate, with clients appreciating their cost-effective remote staffing solutions and personalized approach to understanding company culture. Black Piano is commended for delivering 70% cost savings and quickly integrating skilled talent into existing workflows.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 2 projectsVahue is a specialized AI solutions company that excels in implementing AI-native engineering workflows and automations. Reviews highlight their ability to significantly reduce engineering delivery timelines by 45% and increase developer productivity by 3.2x. They are praised for their deep AI knowledge, creativity, and timely project delivery, with no areas suggested for improvement.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49London, England
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See all 2 projectsTall Trees Talent is a company specializing in website design, exceptional customer service, and business-focused project management. Based on the review, 100% of clients praised their efficient hiring process for logistics management roles. Reviewers consistently highlighted their timely delivery, smooth communication, and impressive dedication, showcasing their ability to exceed expectations in client engagements.
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bath, England
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See all 1 projectsAtheva Services is a comprehensive HR outsourcing company, providing services such as compliance, resource management, and administrative support. The reviews emphasize their strong adaptability and understanding of client needs, with 100% positive feedback highlighting reduced lead times, cost savings, and effective communication. A notable 100% of reviewers recommend client visits to maximize the partnership's effectiveness.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Lane End, England
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See all 2 projectsData Alike is a recruitment agency specializing in temporary staffing and employment solutions, particularly in providing administrative support for organizations. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with clients praising their ability to deliver competent and well-matched staff. Approximately 100% of reviewers highlight their flexibility and responsiveness in addressing any needs that arise.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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See all 1 projectsAmbala IT is a fast-growing provider of electronic security and customized IT solutions in Bangladesh since 2016. We focus on customer needs, delivering tailored solutions to complex challenges with
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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Staffing company Vivid Resourcing Ltd was launched in 2009. Located in London, England and London, England, the team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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Reed is a Recruiting company launched in 1960. The company provides Recruiting and Staffing, and is large.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Dockside Personnel is a Staffing and Recruiting company established in 2005. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting and is based in London, England.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Manchester, England
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Airswift, a Staffing company, is headquartered in Houston, Texas and Singapore, Singapore. Established in 1979, the team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Londres, England
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InterQuest Group is a midsize Staffing and Recruiting company. Established in 2001, the team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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HEL's, a Staffing company, was founded in 1996. The agency offers Staffing and Event Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999london, England
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Medecho Ltd. Is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Founded in 2014, their team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Barking, England
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HRcheck is a Staffing company. The Barking, England-based team focuses on Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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Midsize Business Consulting and Staffing company Venquis Ltd, is headquartered in London, England and Amsterdam, Netherlands. Their services include Business Consulting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London , England
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See all 2 projectsAvance Consulting offers IT consulting services with a focus on operations support and manpower hiring. The feedback highlights the company's prompt response, effective project management, and strong cultural alignment, resulting in increased revenue for clients. The services provided are considered valuable and cost-effective, maintaining high client satisfaction as evidenced by positive reviews.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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Algomarketing is a Staffing company launched in 2018. In London, England, the team specializes in Staffing and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249St Asaph, Wales
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Staffing and Recruiting company HVAC Recruitment Ltd is headquartered in St Asaph, Wales. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manchester, England
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DeFinitive Talent is a Staffing company. In Manchester, England, the team provides Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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IPlace is a McLean, Virginia-based Recruitment Process Outsourcing company. Their services include Recruitment Process Outsourcing and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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See all 2 projectsNGS Global offers executive leadership solutions, including market intelligence, candidate search, and assessment. Reviews highlight their commitment to client needs, effective communication, and a thorough understanding of regional markets. Clients commend their rigorous methodologies, impressive network, and tailored approach in finding suitable candidates, fostering trust and positive relationships.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Langley James IT Recruitment is a small Staffing and Recruiting company established in 1999. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Scunthorpe, England
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Founded in 2010, Diverse Employment, a small Staffing and Recruiting company, is headquartered in Scunthorpe, England. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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EC1 Partners is a Recruiting and Staffing company. The small London, England-based team offers Recruiting and Staffing. The company was established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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Maxis Clinical Sciences, a midsize Staffing company, is in Edison, New Jersey and London, England. The team provides Staffing and Executive Search.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kenley, England
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Strong Recruitment Group, a small Staffing and Recruiting company, is in Kenley, England. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Leicester, England
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Regional Recruitment Services is a Staffing and Recruiting company. Their small team is in Leicester, England and specializes in Staffing and Recruiting. The agency was established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Leeds, England
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Executional Event Staffing is a Staffing company based in Leeds, England and London, England. Founded in 2007, the team specializes in Staffing and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Paisley, Scotland
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Stafffinders is a Staffing and Recruiting company. The firm is based in Paisley, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Silver Swan Recruitment is a Recruitment Process Outsourcing company. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Mason Rak, a Staffing and Recruiting company, was established in 2019. The small team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bolton, England
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Located in Bolton, England and Lahore, Pakistan, Winnors Remote Professionals is a small Staffing and Recruiting company. The team focuses on Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bristol, England
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Established in 2022, Your Plan B Healthcare is a Staffing company. Their services include Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elland, England
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Small Staffing company Leavewise, is in Elland, England. Their services include Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Irving Scott, a Staffing company, is located in London, England. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birmingham , England
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VIQU is a Birmingham , England-based Staffing company. Launched in 2014, the team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Little Acre, England
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Founded in 2007, SKILLS PROVISION LIMITED, a small Staffing company, is in Little Acre, England. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Wythenshawe, England
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FourPointZero is a Wythenshawe, England-based Staffing company. They specialize in Staffing and Executive Search.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Edinburgh, Scotland
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HiredConstruction is a Business Continuity Management company launched in 2005. Their team specializes in Business Continuity Management and Staffing.
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List of the Top 15 United Kingdom Staffing Agencies
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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39.4/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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33.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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33/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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31.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Bromley, England
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32/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ashford, England
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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25.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Bishop's Stortford, England
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21.6/40.015.4/20 Reviews0.7/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bath, England
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22.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews1.7/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999London, England
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13.4/40.00/20 Reviews3.4/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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14/40.00/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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8.4/40.00/20 Reviews2.1/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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7.9/40.00/20 Reviews2.4/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Barking, England
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5.2/40.00/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UK Staffing Services FAQs
A UK-based recruiter brings on-the-ground market knowledge, established talent networks, and compliance fluency. Agencies understand regulations that can impact your hiring and payroll — IR35 for contractors, the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) for temps, Right to Work checks, data protection under GDPR, and sector-specific vetting such as DBS for healthcare and education.
Local firms also know regional dynamics: finance and media in London, advanced manufacturing in the Midlands and North, fintech and e-commerce in Manchester, life sciences in Cambridge–Oxford, and financial services in Edinburgh. If you’re hiring for public sector roles, many UK agencies have framework experience and can navigate procurement standards.
Fees depend on variables such as role seniority, scarcity, and the engagement model. Based on Clutch’s recent pricing data, most UK-based staffing agencies charge:
- Permanent (contingent): Typically 15%–25% of first-year salary; niche or senior roles can run higher.
- Retained/executive search: Commonly 25%–35% of anticipated compensation, paid in stages (e.g., 1/3 upfront, 1/3 shortlist, 1/3 offer).
- Temp/contract: An agency margin is added to the worker’s pay rate, often a 15%–30% uplift depending on skill set, duration, and volume. Typical day rates can range from £350 – £700 for IT contractors; administrative temps often fall in the £14 – £25 per hour band.
- RPO/MSP: Monthly or annual retainers plus per-hire or performance-based fees; pricing scales with volume and scope.
Before signing any contracts, make sure to ask about replacement guarantees, volume discounts, and what’s included (advertising, background checks, compliance support).
Thanks to the region’s diverse and dynamic business environment, many UK-based staffing agencies support:
- Technology and IT — software, cloud, data, cybersecurity
- Finance and fintech — banking, insurance, capital markets
- Healthcare and life sciences — NHS, biotech, medical devices
- Manufacturing and engineering — Midlands, North West, aerospace
- Creative, media, and marketing — London, Leeds, Manchester
- Logistics, retail, and e-commerce — Golden Triangle, major ports
- Energy and renewables — Scotland and coastal hubs
- Public sector and education — framework-aware suppliers
Prepare a set of criteria based on your project’s scope, objectives, and requirements. Then, browse through Clutch and assess your options on:
- Clutch profiles – verified reviews, placements in your industry, and candidate quality feedback.
- Specialization – niche expertise, active talent pipelines, and sourcing methods (referrals, communities, events).
- Compliance expertise – IR35 assessment process, AWR management, Right to Work/DBS checks, GDPR controls, and payroll capabilities.
- Operations – SLAs, time-to-shortlist, submittal-to-interview ratios, replacement terms, and analytics/reporting.
- Credentials – REC or APSCo membership, ISO/Cyber Essentials, public sector framework experience if relevant.
Request a sample shortlist, ask for similar UK client references, and align on communication cadence and KPIs before kickoff.
- Light compliance – vague IR35 guidance, no documented Right to Work or AWR processes, or unclear GDPR/data handling.
- Quantity over quality – high CV volume with low relevance, minimal screening notes, or no cultural/skills assessment.
- One-size-fits-all pricing – inflexible fees, short guarantees, or hidden charges for essentials like advertising and checks.
- Limited transparency – no pipeline metrics, unclear sourcing strategies, or reluctance to share references.
- Bait-and-switch – senior team on the pitch, juniors post-signature, or sudden changes to your agreed SLA.
- Pressure tactics – demands for exclusivity without added value, or pushing you to alter specs rather than advising on market fit.
Ignoring red flags now can lead to headaches tomorrow. Make sure you spot, address, and avoid these warning signs early.