A leading recruitment agency for Guildford and all of Surrey

The success of your business will hinge on the people you employ

Finding the strongest candidates in today’s competitive market is more challenging than ever, so let our knowledgeable consultants do the hard work for you.

Great companies need great people. Get in touch:

01483 456465

Recruitment excellence since 1997

A leading recruitment agency for Guildford and all of Surrey

The success of your business will hinge on the people you employ

Finding the strongest candidates in today’s competitive market is more challenging than ever, so let our knowledgeable consultants do the hard work for you.

Great companies need great people. Get in touch:

01483 456465

What do we offer?

We offer exceptional office and remote-working recruitment solutions
for businesses in Surrey and the surrounding areas

We specialise in finding the strongest talent for each of our clients

human resources administration finance & accountancy customer services digital media secretarial reception marketing & PR facilities executive support office management public sector business development legal support logistics & procurement

We find the right people

With a well-earned reputation for finding the right people for the right roles since 1997, we are confident to say we know our markets inside-out.

So, whether recruiting permanently, for a fixed-term contract or needing last-minute temporary staff, let our recruitment specialists do the heavy-lifting for you.

From entry to director-level

Whether a start-up or a global brand, we love to work with businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries.

From entry to director-level, we successfully find the best talent for all our clients, which in a highly competitive market is what makes us stand out from the crowd.

Remote or office-based

Remote working is now standard working practice for many businesses, however, this does not suit all workers.

Our comprehensive selection process ensures we supply the right candidates to work onsite or remotely, depending on your specific business requirements.

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    Other agencies may promise, but at The Recruitment Consultancy we really deliver…

    A broad choice of talent

    We offer unparalleled access to the best talent in Guildford and Surrey. Our reputation as a knowledgeable, straight-forward and professional recruitment consultancy attracts the market’s strongest candidates.

    The right candidates

    Our extensive database of pre-qualified candidates have all been met online or face-to-face by our recruitment specialists. We thoroughly interview every candidate to understand their motivation and aspirations before we talk to you.

    Service built around you

    Every company has specific office recruitment needs and our experienced consultants will build tailored solutions to reflect these. You know your business better than us and we appreciate one size does not fit all.

    Safe brand representation

    We maintain exceptional levels of service throughout the recruitment process, to ensure your company is professionally represented. Safeguarding your employer brand in the marketplace is crucial.

    Knowledgeable consultants

    Our experienced consultants will focus on the right office recruitment solution for your business. We don’t pressurise them with typical recruitment agency targets. They do a great job, why hinder them?

    Consistent results

    Our approach is collaborative, honest and personal and will deliver great results. Our recruitment services have been thoroughly tried and tested, which is reflected in our strong market position.

    Temporary recruitment

    Flexible

    Our temporary workers will give immediate support when and where you need it

    Cost-effective

    You only pay for the hours that are worked, with no hidden extras

    Proven

    Our temps are rigourously vetted by us, so they are ready to work immediately

    Hassle-free

    We manage the whole temporary process, from start to finish, so you don’t have to

    We always live up to our promises, so hiring temporary staff from us will be simple…

    Thorough interviewing

    We thoroughly interview and pre-vet all our temporary workers. We spend time to get to know each potential temporary worker as we know temping is not right for everyone.

    Skill testing

    We skill-test all our temporary workers and can offer training where required. We ensure they have the best skills to fulfil the requirements of each temporary role.

    Managed payroll

    We charge a pre-agreed hourly rate for each agency temp, which includes their hourly pay rate, tax, NI, holiday pay, pension and our admin costs.

    We do the checks

    We complete all the necessary legal checks, references and paperwork. You can be 100% confident that every temporary agency worker will be thoroughly vetted to our exacting standards, giving you total peace of mind.

    We look after everyone

    We look after our temporaries and we look after our clients. From the beginning to the end of an assignment, our consultants will stay in contact to ensure everything runs smoothly.

    We always live up to our promises, so hiring temporary staff from us will be simple…

    Thorough interviewing

    We thoroughly interview and pre-vet all our temporary workers.

    Skill testing

    We skill-test all our temporary workers. We ensure they have the necessary skills to fulfil the requirements of their temporary role.

    Managed payroll

    We charge a pre-agreed hourly rate for each temporary, which includes their hourly pay rate, tax, NI, holiday pay, pension and our admin costs.

    We do the checks

    We complete all the necessary legal checks, references and paperwork. You can be 100% confident that every temporary worker has been thoroughly vetted to our exacting standards.

    We look after everyone

    We look after our temporaries and we look after our clients. From the beginning to the end of an assignment, we will stay in contact.

    Permanent & contract recruitment

    Choice of talent

    Our strong market presence and reputation attracts the best candidates in the market

    Rigorous selection

    Our clients know that every candidate they meet has been thoroughly interviewed by us

    Streamlined hiring

    Our straight-forward, targeted approach ensures hiring will be efficient and stress-free

    Seamless service

    Our collaborative service is built around the requirements of each unique business

    Our job is to ensure you can focus on the end result of having a great team

    not on the process of getting there.

    Whether you need one or multiple permanent or contract hires, we will identify your exact requirements and work tirelessly to find you the right candidates on time and on budget.  Our aim is to ensure you enjoy working with us so much that you won’t want to go anywhere else.

    We believe we do a great job, but don’t just take our word for it…

    I have worked with The Recruitment Consultancy for several years and one of the key differences they offer is that they prioritise understanding your business and the exact skills/experience match, whether it be temporary or permanent. It is really helpful being able to work closely with an agency who research your needs as a client, so thoroughly, and are able to provide high-calibre candidates.

    Kate Sarama, Director of HR, Vapouriz Group, Guildford

    The team at the Recruitment Consultancy gave me amazing support and guidance with looking for a first full time role. They were quick at getting back to me and communicating via phone and emails. I was really impressed by the service. Would highly recommend.

    Hannah Francis, Guildford, Surrey
    The Recruitment Consultancy have been my agency of choice for almost 20 years. The staff are so helpful and have provided an honest, effective recruitment solution to our business by taking the time to understand the job specifications and ensuring the candidates submitted are the right fit for our business… read more >
    Teresa Punter, Group HR Manager, Wagner Spraytech, Guildford, Surrey

    Sharon and her team are an absolute pleasure to work with.  I had never worked with a recruitment agency before, but I would definitely recommend them to anyone. They were able to recommend job opportunities that I wouldn’t have considered… read more >

    Sarah Busby, Guildford, Surrey

    The whole team was supportive and available during the whole recruitment process.  They really ensure that, as a candidate, you are the right fit for their client. You feel they really care, which is really appreciated in the recruitment industry. I appreciated their close follow-up at every step. I would highly recommend The Recruitment Consultancy for their professionalism and their excellent service.

    Navalona Rabekoto, Guildford, Surrey

    Working with The Recruitment Consultancy has been a fantastic experience for our company. They have delivered more consistent results than other agencies we’ve worked with over the years and always been a delight to deal with.

    Tom Ross, Founder and CEO, Design Cuts, Walton-on-Thames

    The staff at The Recruitment Consultancy are super lovely and helpful. I went in for a meeting/interview so they could really get a grasp of what I was looking for in a career which enabled them to find potential jobs that I would be interested in. The staff that I dealt with really went out of their way to help me and I got the impression that they really care about their clients so would definitely recommend.

    Emily Hateley, Guildford, Surrey

    I want to thank Sharon and all her team at The Recruitment Consultancy for helping me find my next role. They are extremely professional with regular updates and always go the extra mile. They are also extremely caring and very personable – a great combination in this market. I would highly recommend to anyone.

    Ian Forbes Russell, Guildford, Surrey

    The staff at The Recruitment Consultancy have been amazing! Friendly and approachable, efficient, thorough and consistently going the extra mile – they have supported me every step of the way! I would like to express my deepest gratitude for helping me to find and secure my perfect job!

    Vasilisa Dariceva, Guildford, Surrey

    Hello Ladies, Thanks for the good luck card which I got this morning. A massive thank-you for being the best at recruitment in the South East (and probably further afield). With you wonderful people doing a great job, it really made a big difference.

    Rob Davies, Guildford, Surrey

    Sharon has been amazing. She listened to what I wanted to do work-wise and helped me find the right job for my skills, with the kind of company I wanted to work at, with a great offer. Great communication and friendly. Thank you Sharon.

    Fiona Mackenzie, Guildford, Surrey

    I first sent my CV into The Recruitment Consultancy whilst I was at University. I have been in constant contact with them since then (2012 – present) where they have provided me with temporary roles that suit me and my availability… read more >

    Alicia Terminiello, Guildford, Surrey

    A great recruitment agency, they helped me find the perfect permanent job and I couldn’t be happier! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking to find a job!!!

    Lena Gill, Guildford, Surrey

    I found out about the Recruitment Consultancy from my mother who found a job totally suited to her through the agency. My main aim was to see if I could find an undergraduate placement or a year in industry with a law firm. I began looking on my own and wasn’t getting anywhere… read more >

    Chloe Santer, Guildford, Surrey

    Of all the recruitment agencies (4 agencies) that I have been to, they are simply amazing. They are polite, easy to talk to, approachable and most importantly, reliable. From telephone to face-to-face interview, I have to say, it was flawless. I would never have thought they would be so great as a recruitment agency considering my past experiences with recruitment people. Because of them, I now have a job. I would definitely recommend them.

    Michael John Samson, Guildford, Surrey

    Sharon and her team were super helpful and supportive. I managed to successfully find my perfect role and was communicated with on an ongoing basis which makes things so much better. I highly recommend this recruitment consultancy.

    Laura Jones, Guildford, Surrey
    Outstanding! Sharon and the team are truly one of a kind. Having dealt with a large number of recruitment consultants whilst looking for work, it was super refreshing to work alongside an agency that actually care about the candidate and finding the right job for them, unlike the majority of other agencies… read more >
    Pete S, Guildford, Surrey

    The team at the Recruitment Consultancy are very lovely and always on the ball. I usually get responses within the hour, but, if not within the hour, always within the same day. They contacted me after finding my CV on Reed and I got a permanent job within 2 weeks. They also found me multiple local temporary jobs whilst I waited for my start date. Couldn’t recommend them more! Helpful, friendly and most importantly successful at what they do! Thank you!

    Holly Davis, Guildford, Surrey

    We believe we do a great job, but don’t just take our word for it…

    I have worked with The Recruitment Consultancy for several years and one of the key differences they offer is that they prioritise understanding your business and the exact skills/experience match, whether it be temporary or permanent. It is really helpful being able to work closely with an agency who research your needs as a client, so thoroughly, and are able to provide high-calibre candidates.

    Kate Sarama, Director of HR, Vapouriz Group, Guildford

    The team at the Recruitment Consultancy gave me amazing support and guidance with looking for a first full time role. They were quick at getting back to me and communicating via phone and emails. I was really impressed by the service. Would highly recommend.

    Hannah Francis, Guildford, Surrey
    The Recruitment Consultancy have been my agency of choice for almost 20 years. The staff are so helpful and have provided an honest, effective recruitment solution to our business by taking the time to understand the job specifications and ensuring the candidates submitted are the right fit for our business… read more >
    Teresa Punter, Group HR Manager, Wagner Spraytech, Guildford, Surrey

    Sharon and her team are an absolute pleasure to work with.  I had never worked with a recruitment agency before, but I would definitely recommend them to anyone. They were able to recommend job opportunities that I wouldn’t have considered… read more >

    Sarah Busby, Guildford, Surrey

    The whole team was supportive and available during the whole recruitment process.  They really ensure that, as a candidate, you are the right fit for their client. You feel they really care, which is really appreciated in the recruitment industry. I appreciated their close follow-up at every step. I would highly recommend The Recruitment Consultancy for their professionalism and their excellent service.

    Navalona Rabekoto, Guildford, Surrey

    Working with The Recruitment Consultancy has been a fantastic experience for our company. They have delivered more consistent results than other agencies we’ve worked with over the years and always been a delight to deal with.

    Tom Ross, Founder and CEO, Design Cuts, Walton-on-Thames

    The staff at The Recruitment Consultancy are super lovely and helpful. I went in for a meeting/interview so they could really get a grasp of what I was looking for in a career which enabled them to find potential jobs that I would be interested in. The staff that I dealt with really went out of their way to help me and I got the impression that they really care about their clients so would definitely recommend.

    Emily Hateley, Guildford, Surrey

    I want to thank Sharon and all her team at The Recruitment Consultancy for helping me find my next role. They are extremely professional with regular updates and always go the extra mile. They are also extremely caring and very personable – a great combination in this market. I would highly recommend to anyone.

    Ian Forbes Russell, Guildford, Surrey

    The staff at The Recruitment Consultancy have been amazing! Friendly and approachable, efficient, thorough and consistently going the extra mile – they have supported me every step of the way! I would like to express my deepest gratitude for helping me to find and secure my perfect job!

    Vasilisa Dariceva, Guildford, Surrey

    Hello Ladies, Thanks for the good luck card which I got this morning. A massive thank-you for being the best at recruitment in the South East (and probably further afield). With you wonderful people doing a great job, it really made a big difference.

    Rob Davies, Guildford, Surrey

    Sharon has been amazing. She listened to what I wanted to do work-wise and helped me find the right job for my skills, with the kind of company I wanted to work at, with a great offer. Great communication and friendly. Thank you Sharon.

    Fiona Mackenzie, Guildford, Surrey

    I first sent my CV into The Recruitment Consultancy whilst I was at University. I have been in constant contact with them since then (2012 – present) where they have provided me with temporary roles that suit me and my availability… read more >

    Alicia Terminiello, Guildford, Surrey

    A great recruitment agency, they helped me find the perfect permanent job and I couldn’t be happier! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking to find a job!!!

    Lena Gill, Guildford, Surrey

    I found out about the Recruitment Consultancy from my mother who found a job totally suited to her through the agency. My main aim was to see if I could find an undergraduate placement or a year in industry with a law firm. I began looking on my own and wasn’t getting anywhere… read more >

    Chloe Santer, Guildford, Surrey

    Of all the recruitment agencies (4 agencies) that I have been to, they are simply amazing. They are polite, easy to talk to, approachable and most importantly, reliable. From telephone to face-to-face interview, I have to say, it was flawless. I would never have thought they would be so great as a recruitment agency considering my past experiences with recruitment people. Because of them, I now have a job. I would definitely recommend them.

    Michael John Samson, Guildford, Surrey

    Sharon and her team were super helpful and supportive. I managed to successfully find my perfect role and was communicated with on an ongoing basis which makes things so much better. I highly recommend this recruitment consultancy.

    Laura Jones, Guildford, Surrey
    Outstanding! Sharon and the team are truly one of a kind. Having dealt with a large number of recruitment consultants whilst looking for work, it was super refreshing to work alongside an agency that actually care about the candidate and finding the right job for them, unlike the majority of other agencies… read more >
    Pete S, Guildford, Surrey

    The team at the Recruitment Consultancy are very lovely and always on the ball. I usually get responses within the hour, but, if not within the hour, always within the same day. They contacted me after finding my CV on Reed and I got a permanent job within 2 weeks. They also found me multiple local temporary jobs whilst I waited for my start date. Couldn’t recommend them more! Helpful, friendly and most importantly successful at what they do! Thank you!

    Holly Davis, Guildford, Surrey

    Why choose us?

    Our approach

    We really listen to our clients’ needs and expectations and this has enabled us to continually develop and expand our services…

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    We find candidates

    We find candidates that other agencies don’t.  We attract and acquire the best talent county-wide…

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    We are ambassadors

    We will be ambassadors for your employer brand. We will look after your employer brand. It’s crucial…

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    We offer continuity

    Our recruitment consultants stay with us. It can be frustrating speaking to a different individual each time you deal with an agency…

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    No unnecessary sales targets

    We don’t pressurise our consultants with unnecessary sales targets. We focus on quality and delivery…

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    We support talent retention

    We support our clients with their talent retention. In a market where there is a shortage of skills, retaining talent is becoming increasingly challenging…

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    Quality and security

    We are committed to quality and are fully GDPR compliant. Our organisation is a corporate member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) and we are fully GDPR compliant…

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    Invoicing and payroll in-house

    We keep our invoicing and temporary payroll in-house. Frequently outsourced, we have decided to keep our payroll and invoicing in-house so that we can maintain our standards and keep complete control…

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    It is the extras that help to make a difference

    Bespoke interview assessments

    DBS checking

    Free HR Forum membership

    HR webinars & workshops

    Legal & HR updates

    Off-site interviewing rooms

    Payroll services

    Psychometric assessments

    Remote interviewing facilities

    Right to Work validation

    Salary benchmarking

    Software training & evaluations