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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.
Lowry Mill, Lee Street, Salford, Manchester, Lancashire, M27 6DB
+ 4 other offices
We are the IT recruitment specialists of choice for a broad range of corporate, public sector and SME organisations recruiting across both permanent and contract positions. Whether you are looking for a new chief information officer (CIO) or to set up a tech support team, we understand that one size doesn't fit all, and have a solution to meet your company's unique needs.
81 Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2UH
+ 62 other offices
First Choice for Recruitment. We focus on delivering a comprehensive recruitment solution across the IT, Media and Engineering sectors across the UK, USA, Europe and the Middle East, keeping the entire process of hiring staff as smooth and efficient as possible.
3rd Floor, Clarence House, Clarence Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M2 4DW
+ 4 other offices
OUI Recruitment offers specialised resourcing services to clients in the Administration & Secretarial/Office Support and IT & Telecommunications markets across the UK, USA, and Australia. They have also been working with the Creative & Development, Cyber Security, and Infrastructure disciplines for over three years. They source for permanent roles, such as IT Support Engineer, Office Administrator, and Senior Systems Engineer.
35/19 Lever Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 1AN
Org3D deals exclusively with a broad range of clients in the Technology sector across the UK, Europe, and the USA. The recruitment provider aids in placing qualified candidates for various Engineering, IT, Marketing, and Sales assignments at all levels. These include Account Executives, Customer Success Managers, Directors of Marketing, and Software Engineers. For over four years, the agency has been hiring on a permanent and contract basis.
20 Dale Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 1EZ
IT Works Recruitment is a trusted provider of staff in the IT sector across the UK. Since its establishment in 2004, they have been placing staff in various permanent and contract roles for a diverse client group, including start-ups, SMEs, and large corporations. The firm was included in The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work For in 2020 and works with the IT Works Health division.
Sunningdale House, Pittman Way, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9LF
Recann is a Digital and Technology specialist recruitment consultancy. The agency's areas of specialisms include .NET Development, Microsoft Dynamics, Front End Development & UX, Infrastructure & Networks, IT Security & Defence, Testing & Quality Assurance, and Project Management. They recruit professionals on both a contract and permanent basis. Some roles they fill are Project Consultant, Senior Developer, Application Support Analyst, and more.
Ground Floor, Suite A, Clarence House, 2 Clarence Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 4DW
Ascend Consulting, situated in Manchester, sources IT professionals for opportunities in Software & Web Development, Support & Infrastructure, and Senior Leadership. While they started in 2015, their consultants have over 10 years of industry experience in partnering with everything from start-ups to blue-chip corporations.
Bartle House, 9 Oxford Court, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 3WQ
Energize Recruitment Ltd specialises in Digital and Technology recruitment with dedicated divisions for IT, Digital, SAP and Data. Launched in 2006, they work across the UK, Europe and USA through offices in Manchester and four other sites globally, completing permanent, temporary, contract and interim worker needs. They have over 20 awards and nominations including getting three recognitions from the REC Institute of Recruitment Professionals Awards.
The Pavilion, Towers Business Park, Manchester, Lancashire, M20 2LS
A network of market specialists, In Technology Group Limited caters to a diverse range of functions in the Digital, IT, and Technology industries. They primarily cater to the Cloud Infrastructure, Data & Business Analysis, Enterprise & Solution Architecture, Mobile Development, and Software & Application Development disciplines nationwide and abroad. The entity hires qualified candidates for a wide range of permanent and contract placements.
Hyphen, 75 Mosley Street, Floor 3, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 3HR
Calibre Digital Consulting matches Digital and IT talent with businesses across the UK and Europe. They opened their doors in 2016, founded by a recruiter with over 10 years of experience hiring for permanent and contract positions of all levels, from Developers up to Directors. Example employment opportunities they cover are Web App Developer, Software Engineer and Lead Infrastructure Tester. Their head office is situated in Manchester.
52 Chapel House Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9DJ
Strategic People recruits Technology professionals across the UK, Europe, and the USA. They focus on filling IT and Cloud vacancies, whether permanent, temporary, or contract, such as Cloud Business Analyst, Project Manager, DevOps Engineer, Senior Web Insight Analyst, and more. They also feature 10 years' experience working in the Housing and Higher Education markets within the public sector.
Head Office, Tower 12, 18-22 Bridge Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 3BZ
The Candidate recruits for senior and junior positions across the Marketing, Digital, Technology, Creative and Analytics industries. They offer staffing solutions to global agencies through to small businesses on a temporary and permanent basis.
5th Floor, Clayton House, 59 Piccadilly, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 2AQ
Forward Role is a Marketing, Technology, and Digital recruitment agency that is located in Manchester. They have worked with established UK and European brands such as Charlotte Tilbury, Dentsu International, Graham & Brown, Tesco Bank, Bauer Media Group, KPMG, Brother, Iceland, AXA, Manchester United, and many more. Their team consists of 36 specialists in Marketing, Digital, Analytics, Tech, Design, and UX roles, as well as executive positions.
Croxley House, 14 Lloyd Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 5ND
Established in 2008, Oscar Technology has offices in Manchester, London, Amsterdam, Austin, Houston, and Philadelphia. They provide global staffing solutions in the Digital, IT and Technology sectors.
Windmill Green, 24 Mount Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 3NX
Get2Talent provides recruitment solutions to the IT and Engineering sectors. They are committed to delivering diverse and inclusive recruitment services. Get2Talent is headquartered in Manchester.
1st floor, The Federation, 2 Federation Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M4 4BF
JS3 Recruitment is a firm that provides workforce solutions to the Sales & Marketing, Medical and IT sectors. They are an affiliate part of the Shepherd Search Group and they serve clients and candidates globally. JS3 also offers a referral scheme and has previously recruited for positions such as Staff Nurse, Senior Cardiac Radiographer, Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist, and Senior Spinal Theatre Practitioner.
Imperial House, 79-81 Hornby Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 5BN
Maxwell Bond recruits for the Digital, IT, and Technology markets across the UK and Germany. Since 2016, they have been catering to an array of divisions, such as Change & Transformation, Cloud & DevOps, Cyber Information, Digital Transformation, Product Management, and Software Development & Engineering. They fill various contract and permanent roles, and were awarded as Global Business Awards' Best Specialist Recruitment Consultancy in 2021.
55 Spring Gardens, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 2BY
The Candidate Recruitment Agency recruits for Marketing, Digital, Technology, Analytics and Creative positions, encouraging job seekers from graduates to tenured executives. Located in Manchester, they leverage their team's combined experience of over 60 years in hiring for both on-site and flexible hybrid job settings. Their accolades include winning in the Marketing & Digital Recruitment Awards and Marketing & Advertising Recruitment Awards.
5th Floor, Clayton House, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 2AQ
Exceptional People operates across the Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail, Higher Education, and Public Transport sectors. They fulfil permanent placements and interim executive appointments. Some of the areas they focus on include Cloud Transformation, Information & Cyber Security, Architecture, Software Engineering, Testing & QA, and Data & Analytics.
Boulton House 17- 21 Chorlton St, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 3HY
Netsource has over 20 years of experience in the IT recruitment industry. They supply candidates to a number of sectors, including Financial Institutions, Telecom markets, the Utilities sectors and the Gaming industry.
111 Piccadilly, Ducie Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 2HY
Nobul Resourcing Solutions is focused on matching Sales & Marketing and Technology talent with the right employers. They cover a number of disciplines including IT, Infrastructure, Telecommunications, Business Services, Media, and FMCG, catering to SMEs through to leading global brands. They are headquartered in Manchester.
Linley House, Dickinson St, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 4LF
PCL Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency and disability confident employer that supplies sectors like Construction, Administration, Education, and Civil Engineering with trained personnel. They cover permanent, part-time or contract vacancies for roles such as FLT Driver, Electrician, Warehouse Operative, Chef de Partie, and Labourer. The agency has a subsidiary which is PCL Education.
Suite 4a Link 665 Business Centre, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 5HU
NC Associates focuses on providing recruitment services to employers and candidates within the Accountancy and Finance, Engineering, Legal, Sales and Marketing, and Technology market. Operating across the North West, they offer temporary, interim and permanent solutions. NC offers dedicated account management and executive search.
The Offices, 53 King St, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 4LQ
DCS Recruitment is a specialist agency that provides contract and permanent staffing solutions to the Construction, Engineering, IT, Supply Chain, Telecoms, and Sales & Marketing sectors. The company was established in 2007 and recruits for various job roles including Delivery Consultant, Warehouse Operative, Parcel Sorter, and Site Manager. The agency is based in Salford.
Deva Centre, Trinity Way, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 7BB
NJR Recruitment operates within the Insurance, Financial Services, Sales, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Technical, Engineering, and Commercial verticals. They execute junior, middle, and senior management through to board-level appointments. Based in Manchester, they cater to the whole of the UK, working with clients such as Medical Money Management, Trowers & Hamlins, Watson Laurie Insurance, AON, Leyland Trucks, and more.
6th Floor, National House 36 St Ann Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 7LE
The Recruitment Fix, situated in Littleborough, hires Technical professionals in Manufacturing and Engineering. Leveraging their team's combined experience of over 80 years, they manage assignments in Aerospace & Avionics, Automotive, Mechanical & Electrical, Manufacturing & Packaging, Pharmaceutical & Scientific and FMCG. They were formed in 2011.
Duke Street Business Centre Duke Street, Littleborough, Lancashire, OL15 8DL
Tailor Made Sourcing is a recruitment company that focuses primarily on the Industrial and Commercial sectors. They fill up vacancies for permanent or temporary roles and recruit for Customer Service Supervisor, Trainee Upholsterer, HR Systems Analyst, Skilled Frame Assembler and more. Established in 2005, they have GLAA, ALP, and REC accreditation and are in partnership with Stronger Together.
Stanley Villa Stables, Hill St, Colne, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0DH
Bury Recruitment supplies part-time and full-time staff to a broad range of sectors nationwide. Founded in 2014, they have provided staffing solutions to industries such as Accounting, Administrative, Banking, Call Center, Construction, Customer Service, Engineering, Human Resources, I.T., Manufacturing, Maintenance Tech, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Power & Energy, Retail, and Warehouse & Distribution.
Manchester Rd, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0DF
Employment Solutions focuses on supplying candidates in sectors such as Automotive, Aviation, Defence, Engineering, Energy, and Digital. Established in 2001, the agency is based in Bury, and is an APSCo member. Some job roles they have previously advertised for include Senior Project Engineer, CNC Millers, Welders & Fabrication Fitters, Press Section Technical Supervisor, and Sheet Metal Worker.
Unit 4, The Old Courthouse Tenterden Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0AL
P3 Search centres it's service on four key markets; these are Sales, Marketing, Technology, and Real Estate. They work nationally from their offices in Manchester and London. They have 50,000 candidates in their network and more than 250 clients. Some of their clients have included BUPA, Newsquest, and Primesight.
Jactin house 24 Hood Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M4 6WX
Matched Group offers staffing solutions to a diverse range of clients nationwide. Founded in 2021, they place candidates in an array of roles at all levels. With a team based in Manchester, the recruitment firm covers sectors, including IT Technical and software sales. Matched Group also provides consultancy services to a broad range of employers.
100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 3BD
The Fortune Group matches job seekers with employment opportunities in Infrastructure, Cloud, Information & Cyber Security, IT, Digital & Business Transformation and Change. Leveraging their team's combined experience of over 50 years, they complete permanent, contract and executive placements like IT Security Officer, Infrastructure Architect and Head of DevOps. They started in 2016 and operate from sites in Salford, Manchester and Edinburgh.
Digital World Centre, 1 Lowry Plaza, The Quays, Salford, Lancashire, M50 3UB
+ 2 other offices
Agile Recruitment assists clients and candidates within the Cyber Security, Data, Machine Learning, Finance, Project Management and Electronic fields. They cover Senior and Executive jobs across two offices in Manchester and Milton Keynes.
454 Exchange House, CBX1 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 2EA
+ 2 other offices
Talent works deals in the sourcing of global candidates for the Digital and Technology sector. They operate out of three offices: Northampton, Manchester and Boston, US, and have a team of recruiters who assist new businesses and established companies in hiring staff on a temporary and permanent basis.
2nd Floor, Suite 2C, 127 Portland Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 4PZ
+ 2 other offices
Ginger Recruitment works with startups and established businesses that are looking to add niche skills. They source STEM skills for industries like Meditech, Pharmaceuticals, Biopharma, AI, Analytical Testing, Clinical, AR/VR, Game Development, and Software Development. The agency provides UK and international clients with Scientists, Engineers, Inventors, Clinical, and Tech Specialists
Suite 11, Manor Court, Salesbury Hall, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3XR
+ 2 other offices
Langham Recruitment operates in the fields of Technology and Engineering. The agency covers contract, interim and permanent placements and has offices in Norwich and Manchester. They have previously recruited Video Editors, IT Helpdesk Support, Technical Architects, Full Stack Developers, Digital Product Managers, and PPC Executives.
HOST Salford, Blue MediaCityUK, Salford, Lancashire, M50 2ST
+ 2 other offices
Trust in Soda delivers permanent, contract and interim recruitment solutions in Digital and Technology globally through offices in Clerkenwell, Manchester, Dublin and US. Their portfolio includes serving customers like Microsoft, Deloitte and Capgemini, and they have accolades like an Investors in People Platinum accreditation, Association of Professional Staffing Companies membership and winning at the TALiNT International Annual Recruitment Awards.
Landmark ST Peters Square, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 4PB
+ 2 other offices
Founded in 2007, mpeople Recruitment is focused on multiple areas including Accounting & Finance, Animal Health & Nutrition, Key Accounts, Office Services, Purchasing & Supply, and Sales & Marketing. They cover roles from apprenticeship to C-suite level, working with clients both locally and internationally. They have several offices across the UK. They are also members of the REC and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
Unit 2 Madison Court Quayside Business Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1DX
+ 2 other offices
Established in 2017, Apply Recruitment is a recruitment firm that provides contract, temporary, and permanent recruitment services to the Information Technology industry. The agency recruits for a variety of job roles like Senior Mobile Developer, Business Analyst, Platform Engineer, PHP Developer, PHP Engineer Manager, PMO Lead, Automation and Test Engineer. The company is a member of the REC and is based in Manchester.
20th Floor City Tower Piccadilly Plaza, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 4BT
+ 2 other offices
UK Staffing Group is a nationwide recruitment agency with an emphasis on client service. The company specialises in a variety of sectors including Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Marketing & Digital, IT & Technology, Sales, and Office Support. The agency was founded in 2015 and has offices in London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
Ducie House, Ducie Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 2JW
+ 2 other offices
Established in 1991, PSD Group is an international employment agency with over 70 executive consultants, operating out of four global offices, that recruits across all sectors.
6th Floor, The Lexicon Building 10-12 Mount Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 5NT
+ 2 other offices
Forward Role Recruitment has offices in Manchester and London. They have received awards in four categories at the Marketing and Digital Recruitment Awards: Agency of the Year, Best Large Agency, Best Regional Agency and Best Client Service. They offer contract and permanent vacancies for roles such as Graphic Designer, Social Media Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, Product Manager, Research Consultant, and Data Scientist.
1-3 The Couryard, Calvin Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 8PB
+ 2 other offices
Head Resourcing, established in 2001, is a recruitment agency for IT, Digital and Business Change. Besides fulfilling permanent and contract placements, they also have a dedicated division for Executive Search. With offices in Edinburgh and 2 other locations in the UK, they work with organisations nationwide like Cortex Worldwide, and Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banking Group. In 2018, they received an Investors in People Platinum accreditation.
3 Hardman Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 3HF
+ 3 other offices
Spinks is powered by Nash Squared and operates mainly within the startup and scaleup markets. Recruiting for Technology, Digital & Creative, Tech Sales, Leadership, and Project Management disciplines, they have worked with clients such as Wise, Property Partner, Bugshell, Audoo, Couchbase, and Moteefe. They have bases across London, Birmingham, Manchester, Germany, and Netherlands. Spinks also has over 30 years of recruitment experience.
3rd Floor, 31 Booth Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 4AF
+ 3 other offices
Simpson Judge places talented professionals across the Finance, IT, Legal, and Executive Support sectors. They work with start-ups and SMEs through to blue chip organisations and multinationals. Their national coverage lets them match the right candidates with roles from Board Level through to Senior and Middle Management and Support functions. Simpson Judge was established in 2013 and has offices in Preston, Manchester, and London.
17a Manchester One, 53 Portland Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 3LD
+ 3 other offices
BPE Search is a recruitment firm established in 2007. The sectors they focus on, and offer services to, are Consumer, FMCG & Retail, Financial Services & Technology, Industry & Manufacturing, and Business & Professional Services. BPE Search provides a variety of jobs in these sectors such as Head of Data Science, Global Brand Director, Chief Product Officer, Sales Director, and Commercial Director. Their firm is based in Westminster, London.
Colony, 5 Piccadilly Place, Ayton Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 3BR
+ 3 other offices
A national and multi-sector recruitment agency, Talentia Group assigns staff to the following industries: Compliance, Construction, Education, Finance, Marketing & Sales, Technology, and Warehousing. They have been filling permanent, temporary, and contract roles for over two years. The group operates along with its six networks, including Dovetail & Slate, Formulate Associates, Innotech Partners, Pivotal, Prince Resourcing, and Workin People.
Manchester 1st Floor, Unit 106, 1 Hardman St, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 3EB
+ 3 other offices
FDU Group is a network of market experts that hires on a temporary, part-time, and permanent basis across the UK. Since its inception in 2009, they primarily concentrate on covering the Finance, Business, and Operations verticals. From their branches throughout London and Manchester, the company caters to clients in the Advertising, Leisure & Hospitality, Life Sciences, Property & Real Estate, Retail & Consumer, and Technology sectors.
1 St Peters Square, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 3DE
+ 3 other offices
Rise Technical is a specialist in engineering, construction, energy and technology sectors. Our mission statement is to positively change lives through unrivalled organisation of highly motivated resources. We aim to add value to your organisation by providing a brilliant service and positively changing the lives of the candidates and clients we represent.
No. 1 Spinningfields\r\nQuay Street Manchester, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 3JE
+ 3 other offices
Lorien was established in 1977 and specialises in Digital, Transformation and Technology recruitment, both in the UK and abroad. They accommodate needs for permanent, contract and executive positions in disciplines like Cybersecurity and Software Engineering. They also cater to placements requiring project-based timelines and niche skills. They have a global reach through 13 offices in the UK, US and Europe.
Lowry House, 17 Marble Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 3AW
+ 5 other offices
ITECCO Recruitment is a multi-disciplinary provider of specialised staffing solutions to employers across the UK, Europe, and the USA. They source permanent and contract staff for various vacancies, such as mid/senior management and board-level appointments. For over five years, the entity has been catering to the BI, Data & Analytics, Digital Marketing, Infrastructure & Support, Network & Security, and Software & Web Development functions.
12-13 Commercial St, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6AL
+ 5 other offices
g2 Recruitment Solutions are experts in filling contract, temporary, and permanent roles in a wide range of industries across the UK, USA, and Europe. Since 2004, they have been offering staffing support in the Construction, Energy, Engineering, Life Sciences, Public Sector, and Technology industries. They recruit from their 10 branches located in Bristol, London, and Oslo. g2 Recruitment is included in the The Recruiter Hot 100 list.
55 Princess Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 4EW
+ 6 other offices
Modis is a specialist recruitment agency for the Smart technology sectors. They source candidates for contract and permanent roles such as Data Science Engineer, Lead Solution Architect and Database Developer. The agency has offices in Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Sheffield, Manchester, London, Nottingham and Watford.
57 Spring Gardens, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 2BY
+ 7 other offices
Marks Sattin is focused on the placement of Technology, Change & Transformation, Finance & Accounting, Investment & Advisory, Legal, Governance, and Executive professionals across various business sectors. They have numerous locations in UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, allowing them to work with organisations of all sizes globally. They strongly advocate a diverse and inclusive workforce.
No. 1 Spinningfields, Quay Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 3JE
+ 7 other offices
IPS Group primarily focuses on attracting personnel to contract, temporary, and permanent roles for the Financial Services and Insurance markets in the UK and Asia. Founded in 1970, they provide staffing solutions to a diverse range of sectors, including Actuarial & Exposure Management, IT, Secretarial, Risk, Audit & Compliance, HR, Insurance, and Pensions & Benefits. IPS Group consists of IPS Finance, IPS Asia, IPS Search, and Anakin Seal Legal.
Chancery Place 50 Brown Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 2JG
+ 4 other offices
Kellan Group is a recruitment agency that provides permanent, contract, temporary and interim opportunities to the following sectors: Accounting and Finance, Hospitality and Leisure, Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Retail. The agency is a REC and has three recruitment brands: Berkeley Scott, Quantica and RK.
Arkwright House Parsonage Gardens, Manchester, Lancashire, M3 2HP
+ 6 other offices
Acorn Recruitment is a multi-faceted consultancy established in 1992 for various areas including, but not limited to, Aerospace & Defence, Energy, and Life Sciences. With 600 branches worldwide, they have experience in supplying employees for permanent, temporary and contract jobs, in addition to confidential executive search services and international placements. In the UK, they have offices in Newport and nearly 20 other locations.
Unit 5, Turnstone Business Park, Mulberry Ave, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0WN
+ 20 other offices
Integra People is a national agency with a focus on providing recruitment for the Construction, Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial, IT & Telecommunications, Commercial & Business Support, Healthcare and Education industries. Established in 2008, they hire permanent and temporary candidates from their nine UK offices.
Manchester King Street, 82 King Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 4WQ
+ 5 other offices
Pertemps is a recruitment consultancy that supplies permanent, contract and temporary staffing solutions to a wide variety of sectors. The firm is a part of the Pertemps Network Group, which has over 250 branches and offices serving the whole of the UK. The agency has an e-service called PAWS that allows clients to order staff using an electronic catalogue. Pertemps offers a 24/7 service.
G18 Innovation Centre Evolution Park, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2FD
+ 61 other offices
Meridian Business Support is a multi-specialist recruitment solutions provider for the following verticals: Built Environment, Health, Office & Professional and Industrial. Founded in 1989, they have more than 25 branches across 10 regions in the UK including a primary office in Manchester. By delivering services from ad hoc staffing to managed workforce systems, they work with 1,500 companies and supply thousands of workers every week.
Empire House, College Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 6AE
+ 16 other offices
Office Angels has been providing Office personnel for a broad range of temporary and permanent roles, including Administrators, Executive Assistants, Office Managers, PAs, and Secretaries, since its establishment in 1986. The talent firm caters to a diverse client group in various sectors, such as Accountancy & Finance, Engineering, IT, Legal, Marketing, Sales & Retail. With teams based across 60 locations, they operate nationwide.
1st Floor, 55 Spring Gardens, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 2BY
+ 20 other offices
Adecco provides support to candidates and employers on a temporary, permanent or contract basis; they recruit for a multitude of roles across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
22 Churchgate, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1HL
+ 57 other offices
IT Works Resource Group is a recruitment agency that specialises in supplying staff in the IT sector internationally and across the UK, specifically, in the following markets: Epicor, IFS, Infor, MHR (iTrent), NetSuite, ResourceLink, and Unit4. The company was established in 2004 and they are based in Preston.
Artis House, Fairways Business Park, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9LF
Hiring managers in Lancashire tend to benchmark pay against nearby Manchester, yet local rates remain competitive for businesses across Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, and Lancaster. Helpdesk roles often sit around £22,000 to £28,000, with second line support at £28,000 to £35,000, and systems administrators from £35,000 to £45,000, software developers run from £35,000 to £55,000 for mid level, with seniors at £55,000 to £75,000 depending on stack and sector, data roles range from £35,000 to £65,000, cyber roles often start near £40,000 and move north from there, and contractor day rates can sit anywhere between £180 and £600 based on skill and clearance. Employers usually weigh recruitment fees in the 12 percent to 20 percent band for permanent hires, temp agencies quote margins that reflect pay rates, holiday pay, and on costs, and executive search for leadership or niche architects may carry a retained structure. Clear terms on agency costs help both parties, with agreed rebates, notice periods, and any conversion fees set out at the start.
The M6 and M65 corridors shape candidate travel, with strong commuter links into Preston, Chorley, and Blackburn. Lancaster and the university draw graduate talent into software and data, Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone and Samlesbury support defence linked demand in infrastructure and cyber, and Preston Docklands and local business parks host MSPs and software houses. Roles tied to public sector and education cluster around county offices and NHS trusts, with some teams using hybrid patterns to widen the reach for candidates who live along the Fylde Coast or in Ribble Valley.
Local employers often face time to hire pressure on mid level developers, DevOps, and cyber analysts, plus clearance led delays for defence work. Competition from larger city salaries can pull candidates toward Manchester, so agencies help frame offers with clear progression, flexible working, and training allowances. Retention improves when managers map out a skills path from first line through to engineering or security, set realistic on call policies, and keep salary reviews aligned to market shifts.
For support staff, CompTIA A plus and Network plus remain useful signals, with ITIL for service roles. Cloud teams often look for Microsoft Azure fundamentals and administrator paths, AWS practitioner or associate level, and Cisco CCNA for network roles. Developers present Git portfolios and unit testing skills, with secure coding awareness valued in regulated settings. Public sector assignments can need DBS checks, defence and aerospace work may request BPSS or SC clearance, and organisations handling sensitive data often require alignment with ISO 27001 or Cyber Essentials. Recruitment consultants will brief candidates on what is required before interview, saving time for everyone.
Staffing agencies place first line analysts, second line engineers, and deskside support across county offices and MSPs, with routes into systems engineering, cloud, and cyber. Software paths span web, desktop, and embedded, using stacks from .NET and Java to JavaScript and Python. Data teams hire analysts, engineers, and BI developers, with movement into analytics leadership for those who enjoy stakeholder work. Candidates who start with temporary contracts often convert to permanent once a product or transformation project moves into a steady phase, which helps both the business and the jobseeker judge fit.
Lancashire employers use temporary routes for rollouts, peaks in ticket volumes, and project based cover, permanent hires suit BAU roles and product teams, and contract work covers cloud migrations, security uplift, and integration. Agencies explain pay rates for temps, rate cards for contractors, and salaries for permanent staff, with clear outlines on overtime, call out, and any shift uplifts. Businesses set budgets to cover recruitment fees or margins, then plan start dates with onboarding steps such as kit, access, and rota.
Digital and software houses sit near city centres and business parks, MSPs support SMEs across the county, and public sector teams in health, education, and local government provide stable pipelines for service and infrastructure talent. Aerospace and advanced engineering near Warton and Samlesbury drive steady need for network, security, and data roles, often with vendor specific stacks. E commerce and logistics add further demand for integration and platform skills, with ERP and WMS experience welcomed by local employers.
For heads of IT, CIOs, and transformation leads, employment firms run executive search with mapped talent pools and discreet shortlists. Lancashire has leaders who prefer hybrid or part remote setups, so recruiters widen reach into commutable areas on the West Coast Main Line. Transparent search stages, agreed milestones, and sensible interview panels shorten the cycle, while references and governance checks protect both the business and the candidate.
Budgets usually start with salaries for permanent roles and rate plans for temps and contractors, then factor recruitment fees, onboarding time, and training. Employers who share a clear salary band avoid delays, candidates who register with an agency early tend to move faster, and both sides benefit from timely feedback.
Do Lancashire businesses hire remote IT staff as part of a local team?
Many do, with hybrid patterns that keep critical meetings on site and widen the talent pool.
Which roles do IT recruitment agencies in Lancashire place most often?
Helpdesk, second line, systems engineers, developers, and cyber analysts see steady flow.
Can local employers secure niche skills on contract quickly?
Yes, temp agencies keep contractor benches for cloud and security, so start dates can be rapid.
What should a candidate bring when they register with an agency?
A clear CV, right to work, proof of qualifications, and an idea of pay rates and commute.
How can a business reduce time to hire?
Book interview slots up front, share salary bands, and keep feedback tight with the recruitment consultants.
What affects retention in local tech teams?
Fair pay, training paths, flexible patterns, and realistic on call terms help people stay.
Local employers can brief agencies on tech stack, timelines, and budgets to hire staff at pace, candidates and jobseekers can register with an agency to hear about temporary, permanent, and contract work across Lancashire. Recruiters will guide on the job market, give advice on pay rates, and support offers that help you find employees who stay, with a focus on transparent recruitment fees and clear agency costs.