A leading Guildford temporary recruitment agency
Supplying temps to businesses across Surrey and the surrounding areas
We’re an established recruitment agency in Guildford that supplies reliable, pre-qualified temporary office workers to a broad range of companies in locations right across Surrey.
Since 1997, as a team of experienced recruitment specialists, we have built an enviable reputation in the market that attracts the best temporaries from across Surrey. We are known for supplying temps that are dependable, skilled and the right fit because we don’t cut corners.
We are here to keep your business on track, get in touch:
Recruitment excellence since 1997
Guildford High Street, Surrey
A leading Guildford recruitment agency
Supplying temps to businesses across Surrey and the surrounding areas
We’re an established recruitment agency in Guildford that supplies reliable, pre-qualified temporary office workers to a broad range of companies in locations right across Surrey.
Since 1997, as a team of experienced recruitment specialists, we have built an enviable reputation in the market that attracts the best temporaries from across Surrey. We are known for supplying temps that are dependable, skilled and the right fit, because we don’t cut corners.
We are here to keep your business on track, get in touch:
Recruitment excellence since 1997
Guildford High Street, Surrey
A leading Guildford recruitment agency
Supplying temporaries to businesses across Surrey and the surrounding areas
We’re an established recruitment agency in Guildford that supplies reliable, pre-qualified temporary office workers to a broad range of companies in locations right across Surrey.
Since 1997, as a team of experienced recruitment specialists, we have built an enviable reputation in the market that attracts the best temporaries from across Surrey. We are known for supplying temps that are dependable, skilled and the right fit, because we don’t cut corners.
We are here to keep your business on track, get in touch:
Guildford High Street, Surrey
What do we offer?
Temporary recruitment solutions
for businesses located across Surrey and the surrounding areas
from Guildford, Godalming, Farnham and Haslemere to Dorking, Chertsey, Weybridge, Woking and beyond.
Flexible
Our temporary workers will give immediate support when and where you need it
Cost-effective
You only pay for the hours that have been worked, with no hidden extras
Proven
Our temps are rigorously vetted by us, so they are ready to work immediately
Hassle-free
We manage the whole hiring process, from start to finish, so you don’t have to
We have a great team of reliable, adaptable and fully-vetted temporaries who have skills and experience from working in a broad range of industries and roles, including:
♦ 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
How could a temp help?
Especially over the past months, temporary agency staff have become an integral part of the workforce for an increasing number of companies in the Surrey area, because as we are all acutely aware, life and business can be highly unpredictable.
So,when the pressure is on and you need to complete a project, replace a leaver, manage holidays, bring in some specific skills or just need some last-minute support, hiring temporary staff from us could be the perfect solution.
From just a few hours to several months, or even years, our temporary staff can immediately help your business stay on track.
We always live up to our promises, so hiring temporary staff from us will be simple…
Thorough interviewing
We have a rigorous selection process and we thoroughly pre-vet every temporary worker, because we know temping isn’t right for everyone. We spend time with every potential temporary to gain a good understanding of their motivation, adaptability and very importantly their dependability.
Skill testing
We skill-test all our temporary workers. We ensure they have the necessary skills to fulfil the requirements of their temporary role. Every temporary assignment is different, so we tailor the assessments to ensure they meet the standards we demand for each of our clients.
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 are always transparent and there will be no hidden extras.
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, 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, we will stay in contact. Our job is to ensure the whole assignment runs smoothly on both sides.
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 have a rigorous selection process. We spend time to get to know each potential temporary worker as we know temping is not right for everyone. We gain a good understanding about their motivation, their adaptability and very importantly their dependability.
Skill testing
We skill-test all our temporary workers. We ensure they have the necessary skills to fulfil the requirements of their temporary role. Every temporary assignment is different, so we tailor the assessments to ensure they meet the standards we demand for each of our clients.
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 are always transparent and there will be no hidden extras.
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, 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, we will stay in contact. Our job is to ensure the whole assignment runs smoothly on both sides.
How do we work?
Our job is to ensure you can focus on the success of your business by having the right people in your team, all of the time.
From identifying your exact requirements and time-frames, we will work tirelessly to ensure the temporary workers we supply will have the right skills, competencies and experience to fit straight into your team. We are a tenacious, close-knit team of experienced recruitment consultants in Guildford and we are here not only to deliver great results, but to save you time, resources, stress and ultimately cost.
We want you to enjoy working with our recruitment agency so much that you won’t want to go anywhere else
We’re straight-forward
We are an experienced team of recruitment consultants in Guildford and over the years we have created a strong foot-hold in the Surrey market. Our reputation as being the ‘go-to’ temporary recruitment agency, is based on our collaborative and professionally-managed recruitment services that find the right candidates on time and within budget. We leave no stone left unturned when it comes to finding the best temporary staff for our clients.
We’re a people business
We’re not just a recruitment business, we’re a people business and we appreciate that recruitment is a two-way street when finding the ideal match for both clients and candidates. So, we make sure we do it properly. Even for a short-term temp position we make sure our the temporary worker we send to you will be the right fit for your business. We know that temping isn’t right for everyone and therefore, we always use our well-honed skills and years of experience to ensure we get it right both sides. We want the best for both our clients and our temps alike.
We don’t take short cuts
We know that each company is as unique as the candidates we place, so we will always go that extra mile to ensure we find the right solution for both parties…after all, recruitment is about people. We are firm believers that nothing beats the personal touch, so, unlike many agencies we meet, interview and assess all our temporary staff as we believe it is the only way to truly understand their motivations and aspirations. This takes time, but it works and is part of our promise to our clients.
We do what we say
Our clients and candidates know that we will deliver the goods. Clients work with us because we find them the best candidates available for temporary work. Candidates come to us because we provide temporary employment opportunities that they wouldn’t otherwise know about. Both know that we will give friendly, helpful and constructive guidance all the way.
We like to get it right first time
We will always strive to get it right first time and that is why our clients stay with us. We are in this for the long-haul and our tenacious desire to find the right temps for each of our clients is unfaltering. Work with us and see how we will not only find you the best temporaries in the market, but we also save you time, hassle, resource and ultimately cost.
We believe we do a great job, but don’t just take our word for it…
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 >
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.
Glynis and 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.
Glyn and her whole team were supportive and available during the whole recruitment process. The team 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.
Sharon, Glynis and Kayleigh 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 >
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.
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!
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
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 >
A great recruitment agency, Glynis helped me find the perfect permanent job and I couldn’t be happier! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking to find a Job!!!
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 >
Really good recruitment agency to work with. The consultants helped me secure a temporary job as a student and reached out to me the following year to work for the same company. They are a very understanding agency and always efficient in responding.
Highly recommended! I came across this agency when applying for a job on a third-party website. That one didn’t work out. However, following a quick registration I was presented with two new vacancies, both of which led to great interviews and subsequently job offers… read more >
Of all the recruitment agencies (4 agencies) that I have been to, they are simply amazing. Glynis was 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 she would be so great as a recruitment agency consultant considering my past experiences with recruitment people. I Because of her, I now have a job. I would definitely recommend these people.
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 >
The ladies 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! Thanks ladies!
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.
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.
Worked with Cheryl for a number of years now, always a pleasure to deal with and has sourced some outstanding candidates who are now integral members of our team. Don’t hesitate to recommend!
Alpha Training Safety Solutions Ltd and Rescue 2 Ltd have been working with The Recruitment Consultancy for over 4 years, assisting in the recruitment of key positions, which have been instrumental in the growth of the businesses. The Recruitment Consultancy get it!…
read more >
We have worked with the Recruitment Consultancy for a number of years and always found them to be friendly, professional and courteous. They always find us suitable candidates for both temporary and permanent work. I would highly recommend them for all your requirements.
This recruitment agency really do care about the people and succeeding in getting them the right job. So many agencies concentrate on getting the candidate in to any job, but not here. The staff are all so friendly with a wealth of knowledge and understanding. They really do make the stress of job searching less of a strain.
Never used a recruitment agency before and Cheryl found me a great job during our first meeting. She is an absolute joy. Surprised at how quick and easy it was. The Recruitment Consultancy team even sent a congratulations card to my work after I started. What a lovely gesture. Linda is also very kind and welcoming and I would definitely recommend this wonderful team.
Annamarie and the Recruitment Consultancy team have been amazing, helping me find a placement easily and quickly! They are so helpful and went out of their way to look after me! Thank you
I have used the services of Cheryl, Annamarie and the Worthing team of The Recruitment Consultancy for many years, both as a candidate and a client. They have been excellent on both counts. What sets them apart from the many other recruitment agencies out there, is their professionalism and experience… read more >
I have had a great experience with the Recruitment Consultancy. Annamarie and the team helped me get the placement I wanted very quickly and have supported me ever since. They have regularly called me to see how my interviews went and how I was getting on when I started working. They are very available, approachable and efficient and have always answered all my queries very quickly.
Cheryl made sure she met me, so we could discuss what sort of job role I was after. She got me two interviews within a short space of time – one of which I accepted, because it was an offer of a permanent role which fitted my required specification I had discussed with her! I would not hesitate to recommend Cheryl and the team at The Recruitment Consultancy.
I would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to Cheryl and her team at The Recruitment Consultancy in Worthing as when I went in to register they made me very welcome. Cheryl is a lovely lady and I will have no hesitation to contact The Recruitment Consultancy if my circumstances change again.
From the first moment I had dealings with The Recruitment Consultancy I knew I was in the hands of professionals. They really care about what they do and carefully match their candidates to employers and vice versa. I had a great experience and only wish I had gone to them sooner. Big thanks to the team in Worthing.
Had a very good experience with The Recruitment Consultancy in Worthing. They found me a placement very quickly and were there every step of the way and were happy to help with any questions or concerns I had. Very efficient, professional and compassionate. Thank you!
What else do we offer?
We offer permanent, temp-to-perm and contract recruitment solutions
for businesses located across Surrey and the surrounding areas
Whether needing a new employee on a fixed-term contract, or looking for multiple hires on a permanent basis, we can help.
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
human resources ♦ administration ♦ finance & accountancy ♦ customer services ♦ digital media ♦ secretarial ♦ reception ♦ marketing ♦ facilities ♦ executive support ♦ office management ♦ public relations ♦ business development ♦ legal support ♦ logistics & procurement
It is the extras that help to make a difference
Bespoke interview assessments
DBS checking
Free HR Forum membership
HR seminars & workshops
Legal & HR updates
Off-site interviewing rooms
Payroll services
Psychometric assessments
Remote interviewing facilities
Right to Work validation
Salary benchmarking
Software training & evaluations
Frequently asked questions
Why choose us?
Our approach
Since the start in 1997, we have developed and expanded our services by really listening to your needs and expectations as a client…
We find candidates
We find candidates that other agencies don’t. As part of The Recruitment Consultancy Guildford, we attract and acquire the best talent from all areas of Surrey…
We are ambassadors
We are ambassadors for your brand. We look after your company brand. It’s crucial…
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…
No unnecessary sales targets
We don’t pressurise our consultants with unnecessary sales targets. We focus on quality and delivery…
We support talent retention
We support our clients with their talent retention. In a market where there is a shortage of skills, finding the perfect candidate for a role can be challenging…
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…
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…
We believe we do a great job, but don’t just take our word for it,
see what our clients and candidates say…
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 >
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.
Glynis and 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.
Glyn and her whole team were supportive and available during the whole recruitment process. The team 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.
Sharon, Glynis and Kayleigh 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 >
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.
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!
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
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 >
A great recruitment agency, Glynis helped me find the perfect permanent job and I couldn’t be happier! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking to find a Job!!!
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 >
Really good recruitment agency to work with. The consultants helped me secure a temporary job as a student and reached out to me the following year to work for the same company. They are a very understanding agency and always efficient in responding.
Highly recommended! I came across this agency when applying for a job on a third-party website. That one didn’t work out. However, following a quick registration I was presented with two new vacancies, both of which led to great interviews and subsequently job offers… read more >
Of all the recruitment agencies (4 agencies) that I have been to, they are simply amazing. Glynis was 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 she would be so great as a recruitment agency consultant considering my past experiences with recruitment people. I Because of her, I now have a job. I would definitely recommend these people.
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 >
The ladies 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! Thanks ladies!
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.
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.
Worked with Cheryl for a number of years now, always a pleasure to deal with and has sourced some outstanding candidates who are now integral members of our team. Don’t hesitate to recommend!
Alpha Training Safety Solutions Ltd and Rescue 2 Ltd have been working with The Recruitment Consultancy for over 4 years, assisting in the recruitment of key positions, which have been instrumental in the growth of the businesses. The Recruitment Consultancy get it!…
read more >
We have worked with the Recruitment Consultancy for a number of years and always found them to be friendly, professional and courteous. They always find us suitable candidates for both temporary and permanent work. I would highly recommend them for all your requirements.
This recruitment agency really do care about the people and succeeding in getting them the right job. So many agencies concentrate on getting the candidate in to any job, but not here. The staff are all so friendly with a wealth of knowledge and understanding. They really do make the stress of job searching less of a strain.
Never used a recruitment agency before and Cheryl found me a great job during our first meeting. She is an absolute joy. Surprised at how quick and easy it was. The Recruitment Consultancy team even sent a congratulations card to my work after I started. What a lovely gesture. Linda is also very kind and welcoming and I would definitely recommend this wonderful team.
Annamarie and the Recruitment Consultancy team have been amazing, helping me find a placement easily and quickly! They are so helpful and went out of their way to look after me! Thank you
I have used the services of Cheryl, Annamarie and the Worthing team of The Recruitment Consultancy for many years, both as a candidate and a client. They have been excellent on both counts. What sets them apart from the many other recruitment agencies out there, is their professionalism and experience… read more >
I have had a great experience with the Recruitment Consultancy. Annamarie and the team helped me get the placement I wanted very quickly and have supported me ever since. They have regularly called me to see how my interviews went and how I was getting on when I started working. They are very available, approachable and efficient and have always answered all my queries very quickly.
Cheryl made sure she met me, so we could discuss what sort of job role I was after. She got me two interviews within a short space of time – one of which I accepted, because it was an offer of a permanent role which fitted my required specification I had discussed with her! I would not hesitate to recommend Cheryl and the team at The Recruitment Consultancy.
I would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to Cheryl and her team at The Recruitment Consultancy in Worthing as when I went in to register they made me very welcome. Cheryl is a lovely lady and I will have no hesitation to contact The Recruitment Consultancy if my circumstances change again.
From the first moment I had dealings with The Recruitment Consultancy I knew I was in the hands of professionals. They really care about what they do and carefully match their candidates to employers and vice versa. I had a great experience and only wish I had gone to them sooner. Big thanks to the team in Worthing.
Had a very good experience with The Recruitment Consultancy in Worthing. They found me a placement very quickly and were there every step of the way and were happy to help with any questions or concerns I had. Very efficient, professional and compassionate. Thank you!
