London recruitment agencies connect employers and job-seekers across every sector, from finance and healthcare to creative and tech. With more than 2000 London agencies listed, this page helps employers find trusted hiring partners and candidates discover new career opportunities.
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3-month 100% refund guarantee on all hires. 25 years as a dedicated tech recruitment agency. With access to the UK's widest tech talent pools & a robust BSI-audited candidate assessment process, we have full confidence in our ability to facilitate exceptional matches between employers & candidates that will stand the test of time and benefit all involved for any tech role. We work to deliver better hires across all tech disciplines.
16 St. Martins Le Grand, London, Greater London, EC1A 4EN
+ 4 other offices
We are a boutique audit, accounting & finance recruitment consultancy servicing all aspects of corporate governance and accounting and finance recruitment from permanent to interim roles in all sectors within London, the UK and the Middle East. We work in all areas of Audit and Accountancy and Finance recruitment covering all aspects of : Audit, Accountancy, Corporate Finance, Treasury, Compliance, interim and permanent recruitment solutions.
85 Great Portland Street, London, London, W1W 7LT
+ 2 other offices
Peeq is a specialist HR recruitment agency that helps organisations attract and recruit HR professionals. Based on the outskirts of London, Peeq supports businesses across the UK and Europe with their permanent and contract HR hiring. We take huge pride in the service we offer our customers and always aim to deliver a 'wow experience'; as evidenced by our 5 star Google Rating.
20 Aldersgate St, Barbican, London EC1A 4JQ, London, London, EC1A 4JQ
UK and International Headhunters. Our headhunting service offers clients access to candidates not available through traditional methods. We identify, track and approach the highest achievers from your competitors and bring them to YOUR business. Our service is second-to-none and we always deliver the top echelon of candidates. Visit our website for case studies on roles we have filled. Partners with World Leading psychometric profilers, McQuaig.
22 Upper Ground, South Bank, London, Greater London, SE1 9PD
+ 3 other offices
FOR MARKET LEADING SERVICE AND RELIABLE DRIVING STAFF CALL PRODRIVE TODAY! Prodrive recruitment are one of the leading recruitment agencies for driving staff in the south east of England. We are the trusted recruitment partner for some of the UK's largest distribution companies. We support with Temp, Temp to perm and permanent hires. Prodrive offers a truly market leading service so call us today to discuss your manpower needs.
Signature, 15-16 St Helen's Place, London, London, EC3A 6DQ
Engineering Recruitment Specialists - Innova Search delivers Permanent, Contract and Interim recruitment solutions across the Engineering and Manufacturing Sectors. Our specialist consultants place; Technical, Operations, Production, Quality, H&S, Commercial, Procurement and Supply Chain talent using the latest cutting edge technology!
8 St. Martin's Place, London, Greater London, WC2N4JH
+ 8 other offices
Duval Associates is a UK-based permanent recruitment consultancy with 20 years’ experience matching talent to organisations nationwide. Specialising in Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, Finance, Accounts and SaaS roles, they place candidates from graduate level to director and C-suite through focused, confidential head-hunting and retained search.
4th Floor, 169 Piccadilly, London, London, W1J 9EH
+ 5 other offices
Multi Trades Recruitment offer a specialist staffing service to the UK’s Technical, Engineering and Trades & Labour markets. If you need permanent or temporary solutions across a broad range of sectors, then speak to one of our friendly consultants today. We go that extra mile for our clients, providing vocationally assessed staff that are suited to your business needs.
4th Floor, Silverstream House, 45 Fitzroy Street, Fitzrovia, London, Greater London, W1T 6EB
+ 9 other offices
Do you want to work with a national Rail recruiter that provides staffing solutions tailored to your industry? Express Rail Services is a specialist Railway agency that supplies Safety Critical and Non-Safety Critical staff for a variety of roles. Formed in 2003 by Train and Rail experts, we have RISQS Audited status and recruit assessed PTS professionals of the highest standard. Contact us today and receive an industry recognised service.
Office 1.05, Fora Eastside, Kings Cross Station, London, London, N1C 4AX
Ivy Resource Group is an established recruitment consultancy agency with years of experience in supplying skilled, unskilled and professional personnel for temporary and permanent roles in the construction industry. How can we add value to your business? Competitive rates - Talented and reliable candidates - 24/7 support - Sector specific & experienced Consultants & Managers.
120 Moorgate, Finsbury, London, EC2Y 9AL
+ 7 other offices
London salaries often sit well above the UK average, reflecting both competition and living costs. Many professional roles start near £30,000, while mid-level staff may earn £45,000 to £60,000. Senior positions, particularly in banking or consultancy, can exceed £90,000. Employers face recruitment fees that range between 15% and 25% of annual salary for permanent placements, with daily contractor rates varying widely by trade and skill level.
The capital attracts candidates with a broad range of qualifications. Employers seeking office staff often look for degrees or professional certificates from bodies like the CIPD, ACCA, or CIM. For industrial and service work, agencies may prioritise safety cards, food hygiene certificates, or plant operation licences.
Inner London commands higher pay than outer boroughs, and recruitment demand remains strongest in areas with dense commercial activity such as the City, Canary Wharf, and Shoreditch. South and East London often see higher temporary and service-sector hiring through agencies, while North and West London maintain steady professional recruitment markets.
Employers in London face talent shortages in healthcare, construction, education, and IT. Competition for qualified candidates is fierce, and agency partners often play a major role in sourcing and screening applicants quickly. Housing costs and commuting pressures add to retention challenges, making employer reputation and flexible working key factors in successful hiring.
Recruitment agencies in London handle everything from temporary warehouse placements to executive search for board-level staff. Common placements include office administrators, project managers, nurses, software developers, chefs, and marketing executives. Many candidates begin with short-term contracts before progressing to permanent roles through agency introductions.
London’s recruitment market is driven by finance, professional services, media, technology, education, hospitality, and healthcare. Major employers range from global banks and law firms to NHS Trusts, universities, and hospitality groups. The city’s ongoing growth in fintech and creative industries continues to attract specialist agencies with niche expertise.
Talent shortages are evident across health and social care, software engineering, and skilled trades. Conversely, entry-level roles in retail and administration can attract high application volumes, making candidate screening vital. Recruitment agencies often balance this by using pre-vetted databases and targeted outreach.
Technology, renewable energy, and healthcare remain growth areas for London recruitment. Demand for cybersecurity analysts, care professionals, and data specialists continues to expand, while the creative and digital sectors sustain high volumes of freelance and project-based hiring.