Best In-House Training

Morgan McKinley
Niyaa People
TeacherActive
Tile Hill
Xpertise Recruitment

Winner: Tile Hill

‘A company the judges said demonstrated a remarkable commitment to professional development with a well-funded and comprehensive training program. Their investment in learning, said the judges, reflects their dedication to employee growth as well as contributing to impressive revenue growth for the company.’

Highly Commended: TeacherActive

‘A company which the judges said excel in fostering a dynamic and supportive learning culture. Their training initiatives not only boosts individual capabilities but also contributes to the company’s impressive growth and success.’

Best Innovation

CoComply Ltd
Evenbreak
inploi
Principal Recruitment Technology Ltd – T/A Principal Education
VHR

Winner: VHR

‘In a highly competitive category, our judges felt this entry stood out. This initiative impressed the judges through its unique focus on transforming lives in traditionally under-served areas. This solution offered a great way to address the global shortage of highly technical roles and achieves an impressive 95% retention rate.’

Highly Commended: Evenbreak

‘An initiative that was designed and run by disabled people. This dedicated job board breaks new ground and demonstrates how to engage with disabled individuals.’

Best Employer Brand

5Values Consulting Group
Amoria Group
Oliver Sanderson Group Plc
SONDR
Source Group International

Winner: Source Group International

‘SGI focuses on attracting top talent by promoting an innovative, collaborative and supportive culture that values diversity and encourages professional growth.’

Highly Commended: Oliver Sanderson

‘A company with employer brand positioning to attract a diverse pool of talent and maintain high levels of employee engagement.’

Best Marketing Campaign

Buchanan Staffing Group
Core Recruiter
Male Childcare & Teaching Jobs
Placing Faces
Source Group International

Winner: Buchanan Staffing Group

‘Buchanan Staffing Group delivered a campaign that was stylish and high quality in both presentation and content. Through a series of targeted videos this campaign made a clear and positive impact on the sector’s talent pool whilst also placing the recruitment business front and centre for clients, candidates and consultants.’

Highly Commended: Core Recruiter

‘Hi-viz clothing for women campaign – An imaginative campaign that had an impressive impact on the media and sparked some great debates and discussion in their sector.’

Best Permanent Consultant

Andrew Fragnito-Day of AJ Chambers
Steve Maples of Alchemy Global Talent Solutions
Alex Alves-Khan of Metric Search
Regan Downes of Nexus Search Ltd
Mark Sitton of TPF Recruitment

Winner: Steve Maples of Alchemy Global Talent Solutions

‘This consultant has shown great leadership, impressive client engagement, and takes a proactive market strategy. His dedication to client and candidate service, coupled with his team development efforts, has made him an invaluable asset to his company and a standout recruiter in the industry.’

Highly Commended: Alex Alves-Khan of Metric Search

‘A recruiter who has achieved rapid promotions and record-breaking billings despite being with his company and the industry for not much more than a year. His dedication to client and candidate service, say the judges, set a high standard in recruitment.’

Best Temporary Consultant

sponsored by Simplicity

Matthew Richardson of EarthStream Global (Xcede Group)
Kris Braakensiek of ersg
Alex Roberts of Hunter Gatherer AHP Resourcing
Jennifer Pike of Jameson Legal
Alex Waterhouse of V7 Recruitment Limited

Winner: Kris Braakensiek, ersg

‘The winner showed deep industry knowledge, strategic acumen and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service. From client satisfaction to mentoring his team this recruiter’s performance really is exemplary.’

Highly Commended: Alex Roberts, Hunter Gatherer AHP Resourcing Ltd

‘A recruiter who has shown unwavering dedication, and an unparalleled ability to drive business growth.’

Highly Commended: Jennifer Pike, Jameson Legal

‘A recruiter whose dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and partnership approach with customers has been impressive and noteworthy for the industry.’

Best Candidate Attraction through Social Media

Antal International
Buchanan Staffing Group
Equanimity Search
Hunter Bond
SPG Resourcing

Winner: Antal International

‘This goes to a well structured campaign which benefitted from extensive market research and resulted in great social media engagement. It demonstrated clear results with both increased applications and client growth in evidence.’

Highly Commended: Hunter Bond

‘A social media campaign that delivered substantial engagement and visibility while generating tangible benefits for both clients and candidates.’

Best UK Overseas Operation

sponsored by Workwell Global

Heron Wolf
Jameson Legal
Navitas Resourcing Group
NRL
VHR

Winner: Navitas Resourcing Group

‘The winner demonstrated a full understanding of their sector, business and impact wherever they operated in the world. They were particularly impressed by the way the business adapted where necessary to source the talent their clients need.’

Highly Commended: VHR

‘This goes to a business which the judges said offered very high service levels as well as a clear commitment to go the extra mile wherever they work in the world.’

Best Recruitment Process Outsourcing Business

sponsored by Giant Global

GCE Human Resources
Globe 24-7
NES Fircroft and AMS
Nobul Resourcing Solutions
VHR

Winner: VHR

‘A business that impressed the judges with their exceptional customer service, ethical approach, and comprehensive support. The judges were impressed by a meticulous recruitment process that ensured top-quality candidates, while their managed services take the burden off clients by handling onboarding, visas, and even training. An innovative and dedicated approach throughout.’

Highly Commended: GCE Human Resources

‘A business which has demonstrated excellence in both recruitment efficiency and client relationships. Their use of advanced technology and a structured recruitment process has had clear benefits for all their customers.’

Best Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy in a Recruitment Business

sponsored by Partners&

Amoria Group
Inventum Group Limited
Male Childcare & Teaching Jobs
Randstad UK&I
Robert Walters

Winner: Inventum Group Limited

‘The winner of this category, said the judges, showed a deep understanding of ED&I, showing how you need to change some of the fundamentals of how to recruit if you are going to have real impact and reduce bias. The judges described this business’ work as ‘Brilliant’.’

Highly Commended: Male Childcare & Teaching Jobs

‘The judges praised this company’s ‘out of the box’ thinking and ideas and described the business as authentic and are genuine in what they are wanting to achieve around ED&I.’

Best Client Service

sponsored by Professional Passport

Hunter Bond
Kite Human Capital
Randstad UK
TechNET IT Recruitment Ltd
Xcede Group

Winner: Xcede Group

‘The winner impressed the judges with a truly embedded, customer-centric solution operating in both the UK and US.’

Highly Commended: Kite Human Capital

‘A business that has embraced technology to enhance the client and candidate experience. While doing so they still retain the human touch.’

Best Start-Up Agency

sponsored by Magic Umbrella

Harlow Recruitment (part of the Hernshead Group)
Luminos Insight Ltd
Pivotal Partners
Recflex Ltd
Spartan Recruitment Ltd

Winner: Pivotal Partners

‘The winner demonstrated a targeted, niche and thoroughly professional approach in its attitude and service. The judges felt this company offered a new ethos and as such is a refreshing addition to the recruitment landscape.’

Highly Commended: Luminos Insight Ltd

‘A business that impressed the judges with a thorough research and data-based approach to the market.’

Best Newcomer

sponsored by WeDo Recruitment Finance

Areti Group LTD
Inflow Partnership
Oakley Recruitment
RF Recruitment Consultancy LTD
Vetted Recruitment

Winner: Oakley Recruitment

‘Our judges were impressed by the winning company in many ways. It has an exceptional client retention rate, innovative recruitment processes, and significant industry recognition. The business has already enjoyed impressive growth and has a great record for diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.’

Highly Commended: RF Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

‘A recruitment firm that scored consistent 5-star reviews and one which the judges viewed as being committed to building long-term client relationships through proactive feedback and preparation.’

Best Specialist Recruitment Business

Core Recruiter
Kite Human Capital
Talent Drive Ltd
Vetted Recruitment
VHR

Winner: Core Recruiter

‘The winner here scored highly across all set criteria. From great billing success to supporting internal talent, revenue growth, corporate social responsibility, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, this company really is a forward-thinking organisation.’

Highly Commended: Vetted Recruitment

‘A company whose personalised customer service and candidate care earn high satisfaction rates and glowing testimonials. Effective use of social media and a user-friendly website enhance their visibility and engagement, making them a standout player in the recruitment industry.’

Best Large Recruitment Business

Amoria Group
Challenge-trg Group
NRL

Winner: Amoria Group

‘A company that is truly mission led, and delivered a comprehensive entry which impressed the judges on all fronts. This is, say the judges, a company that uses its size and influence for the good of everyone – clients, consultants and the communities it serves.’

Best Medium Recruitment Business

Source Group International
STR Ltd
The Barton Partnership
Tile Hill
VHR

Winner: STR Ltd

‘This company, said the judges, understands the value of delivering a customer centric value proposition. Their EVP is also designed as a tool for both employee attraction and retention. Their CSR record is formidable and they show the power of social to good effect.’

Highly Commended: Source Group International

‘This business put in an excellent submission that impressed the judges in many ways. The judges felt this was certainly a company to watch out for next year.’

Best Small Recruitment Business

sponsored by HIVE360

Autotech Group
Bramwith Consulting
enteles Search
Inspired Search & Selection Ltd
Leaders in Care

Winner: Autotech Group

‘This business has made it its mission to not only understand its specialist sector but to use innovative methods to solve the challenges it faces. It offers a truly consultative and value-add service as well as extensive candidate training programmes, designed to solve the skills gap and retention issues the sector faced.’

Highly Commended: Inspired Search and Selection

‘A business who impressed the judges with their understanding of and immersion in their sector, along with their excellent service model.’