London recruitment agencies connect employers and job-seekers across every sector, from finance and healthcare to creative and tech. With more than 2,000 London agencies listed, this page helps employers find trusted hiring partners and candidates discover new career opportunities.
AgencyCentral lists 69 popular industries and categorise recruitment agencies based on what they cover, so you can easily and quickly find the ones which are most helpful to you.
Ador Talent conducts specialised resourcing services to various industries across the UK and overseas. Their expertise extends to Business Support, Education, Project Management, Technology, and Sales verticals. With three offices globally, they recruit for contract and permanent roles. Ador Talent also offers Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Customer Service, Finance, Product Design, Quality Assurance, Retail, and Software Development solutions.
85 Great Portland Street, Westminster, London, W1W 7LT
CIPHER CYBER, a London-based talent specialist, works exclusively within the Cyber Security market. Serving employers nationwide, they recruit Cyber Incident Responders, Information Security Managers, Security Architects, and Senior Penetration Testers. CIPHER CYBER also supplies services to the Cyber Sales & Pre-sales, Defensive & Offensive Security, Information Security, Leadership, and Security Engineering divisions.
3rd Floor 207 Regent Street, Soho, London, W1B 3HH
Henry Martin Group is a pool of recruitment providers that places white-collar candidates into an array of permanent, contract, and temporary roles. The agency has over 20 years of experience satisfying employers in the Construction and Built Environment sectors nationwide. While delivering executive search services, they also work within Building Services, House Building, Interior Fit-Out, Main Contracting, and Residential Development functions.
59 Rivington Street, City of London, London, EC2A 3QQ
Scarlet Fraser Associates, situated in Soho, delivers Technology and Business Transformation recruitment solutions to the Insurance and Insurance Technology markets. Also opening remote and hybrid roles like Data Analyst, Lead Software Engineer and Head of Cloud Operations, their client portfolio includes AmTrust International, Syncsort and VTB Capital. They opened their doors in 2015, following their founder's over 20 years of experience.
207 Regent Street, Soho, London, W1B 3HH
Intuitive Talent Solutions, established in 2013, deals exclusively with the UK's Transport and Rail vertical. The agency attracts professionals for interim positions and board-level to executive-level roles. With a team based in Manchester, they also provide talent consultancy solutions and cover the Change & Transformation and Programme Management fields.
85 Great Portland Street, Westminster, London, W1W 7LT
MK Search has extensive experience in providing multi-disciplinary staffing services across the UK and Europe. The firm primarily focuses on the Chemicals & Plastics markets and their functions, such as Agrochemicals, Automotive, Consumer, Fuels & Lubricants, Home & Personal Care, Industrial, Medical, Polymer Additives, and Speciality Applications. They attract qualified job seekers to fulfill contract, temporary, and permanent roles.
27 Old Gloucester Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1N 3AX
P1 Services delivers staffing solutions to the Aviation and Construction verticals. Serving clients nationwide and globally, the agency sources staff on a contract, temporary, and permanent basis. They have also been working closely with the Aircraft Maintenance, Building Envelope, Civils, Commercial, Education, Groundworks, Healthcare, High Rise Residential, and Refurbishment fields since its establishment in 2016.
St Agnes House Cresswell Park, Blackheath, London, SE3 9RD
Values Based Search, based in Holborn, specialises in Not for Profit recruitment. They conduct executive searches and recruitment of Trustees, Board Members and Interim Leaders. Following their director's over 20 years of recruitment experience, not only in the Third Sector, but in Construction, Commercial, Public Sector and more, they were formed in 2022 and have already worked with institutions like Dimensions UK, Starlight and Guild Care.
7 Bell Yard, Holborn, London, WC2A 2JR
Wayman Finance, located in Hammersmith, focuses on Finance recruitment. Taking pride in having over 20 years of experience, which they utilise in satisfying permanent assignments of all levels from Accounts Assistant to Finance Director, their network extends across Technology, Hospitality, Engineering, FMCG and beyond. Some vacancies they cover are Commercial Finance Analyst, Financial Controller, Finance Manager and Finance Business Partner.
Hammersmith The Foundry 77 Fulham Palace Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 8AF
Asset Partners' specialism is in Investment, recruiting professionals of all levels from Analysts up to Partners for markets that include Private Equity, Emerging Funds, Pension Funds, Venture Capital and Family Offices. They hire across the EMEA and US regions under the support of their Mayfair team, which has over 30 years of combined experience. They conduct executive searches, as well as advisory services, where they do team structure planning.
12 Hayhill, Mayfair, London, W1J 8NR
Aventum Search helps fulfil recruitment requirements in Specialty Finance, Specialty Insurance and Legal Services. Headquartered in the City of London, they have been performing executive search, international expansion, bolt-on acquisitions and scale-up planning across the UK and abroad since 2020. Their customer portfolio includes Bench Walk Advisors, Harbour Litigation Funding, Augusta, Octopus Investments and Asertis.
33 Queen Street, City of London, London, EC4R 1AP
FincSelect Limited is a recruitment consultancy and talent-sourcing firm that recruits for interim and permanent jobs. Operating nationwide, they predominantly cover the Financial Crime market. This includes Financial Crime Compliance, Financial Crime Tech & Platforms, Project & Change Management, and Regulatory Compliance. The company also caters to Audit, Fraud, Product Advisory, and Trade Surveillance fields.
International House 45-55 Commercial Street, Aldgate, London, E1 6BD
Ink Recruitment Ltd conducts hiring solutions by selecting professionals who fit contract or permanent roles. They work closely with the Financial Services vertical across the UK and globally. For over eight years, the agency has been catering to the Corporate Governance, and Finance & Audit sectors. Ink Recruitment also deals with Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Control, Investment Risk, Internal Audit, and Trade Surveillance disciplines.
Highland House, 165 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1NE
Mapped Recruitment is a Financial Services-focused company catering to clients across the UK and internationally. Headquartered in London, they attract professionals for a wide variety of C-suite level positions, including Accounts Assistant, Credit Controller, Finance Director, Head of Finance, and Management Accountant. The agency also offers executive search and RPO services.
45 Fitzroy St, Marylebone, London, W1T 6EB
Audit and Risk Recruitment is continually on the lookout for Audit, Risk and Compliance personnel from Newly Qualified up to Tenured levels, performing executive search, contingent solutions and interim & contract recruitment. With over 20 years of knowledge among their leaders and experience since 2014, they have built a client portfolio that includes international FTSE 100, Euro 250 and Fortune 500 corporations based in Europe, Asia and the US.
5 Merchant Sq, Paddington, London, W2 6LG
Osiris Resources recruits for the niche verticals of telecommunication and computer networking, managing fields such as edge computing, machine learning and virtualisation. Catering to permanent and contract assignments alike, their client portfolio includes Arista Networks, Blu Wireless, Docker and Veea Systems. Their previous partnerships also involved sourcing staff for four locations worldwide and building an engineering team in the US.
128 City Road, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
Refreshing performs talent acquisition solutions for an extensive client portfolio in the Financial services sector. Since its establishment in 2013, the company has been selecting professionals who fit the interim and permanent senior-level, c-suite, and board-level appointments across the UK. They have a team in London that often recruits Chartered Accountants, Bookkeepers, Chief Financial Officers, Finance Analysts, and Finance Managers.
30 Stamford Street, Bermondsey, London, SE1 9LQ
Scale Genesis is a niche Emerging and Disruptive Technology recruitment firm formed in 2021. Having a worldwide network, they complete assignments in Blockchain, Internet of Things and Cybersecurity practices which include Software, Artificial Intelligence, Product Marketing and Security Intelligence. They are located in Bloomsbury and perform executive search, contract recruitment and contingent search and have a talent as a service programme.
27 Old Gloucester Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1N 3AX
Statera Talent, located in Soho, is a niche Environmental, Social and Governance recruitment company that takes pride in having an international reach. Since they opened their doors in 2020, they have been fulfilling mandates from Analysts up to C-Suite Executives in Sustainable Finance, Risk & Compliance, Credit Analysis and Quantitative Risk & Analytics verticals such as Climate Change Risk, Regulatory Compliance and Business Intelligence.
71-75 Shelton Street, Soho, London, WC2H 9JQ
TN Talent Ltd extends TV Broadcast and Media employment opportunities across London. Catering to permanent, temporary and fixed term contract assignments, they reach out to talent of all experience levels in Presentation Scheduling, On/Off Air Creative Services, Acquisitions and more. They were founded in 2019 and have gained brand connections with NBC Universal, Discovery Channels, UKTV, and A&E Networks.
Work.life, Waverley House, 7-12 Noel Street, Soho, London, W1F 8GQ
Totaco Ltd exclusively sources Sales professionals for businesses in Construction, Healthcare, Engineering, Technology and Financial Services. They leverage their experience of over 30 years and the expertise of over 60 team members. They receive thousands of CVs weekly in recruiting Business Developers, Sales Managers and more. Their site is in the City of London.
3rd Floor, 86-90 Paul Street, City of London, London, EC2A 4NE
Curzon is a London-based talent firm that supplies staffing solutions to employers in the Energy and Infrastructure industries. Working nationwide and abroad, they assign professionals to various assignments. They are members of the Global Infrastructure Investor Association and have been providing services with over 25 years of combined experience. Curzon also caters to Oil & Gas, Power, Private Equity Funds, and Sovereign Wealth Funds fields.
20 North Audley Street, Mayfair, London, W1K 6WE
An Energy and Commodity-focused talent acquisition company, Highbridge Partners Ltd covers a broad range of clients nationwide and overseas. With two branches globally, they place professionals in various roles. The agency also works closely with Commodity Trading, Downstream & Commercial, Data & Technology, Global Consultancy & Advisory, Hedge Funds, Proprietary Trading, Renewable Energy & Low Carbon functions, and Alternative Investment sector.
84 Eccleston Square, Westminster, London, SW1V 1PX
Net Zero Search offers specialist staffing solutions to Energy companies in the UK and internationally. These include Clean Tech, Corporate Services, Energy Storage, ESG & Impact Investing, EV & Infrastructure, Green Investment Finance, Renewable Energy Generation, and Sustainability divisions. The company has been operating since 2010.
45 Fitzrovia Street, Marylebone, London, W1T 6EB
Ardmore Search Partners administers executive search in Global Commodities areas such as Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Electricity and Dry Bulk Commodities. They focus on jobs in Physical & Financial Trading, Sales, Structuring, Principal Investments and more, leveraging their experience since 2018 and over 20 years of combined knowledge. With offices in Westminster and Canada, they have a global footprint with a core in Europe and North America.
60 Petty France, Westminster, London, SW1H 9EU
Earth Wind & Hire has been extending their expertise to clients in the CleanTech and Renewable Energy markets, and their sub-sectors, for over 14 years. Headquartered in London, the company operates across the UK and overseas by assigning professionals to various roles. They work within the following disciplines: Biomass CHP, Construction, Electrical Design, Energy from Waste, Offshore & Onshore Wind, Project Management, Sales, and Solar PV.
45 Curtain Road, City of London, London, EC2A 3PT
FootPrintLegal sources and selects Legal professionals to fulfill a plethora of roles in various sectors. From its London headquarters, they primarily deal with both in-house and private practice divisions, and operate nationwide and internationally. The talent-sourcing firm recruits within the Administrative, Banking, Commercial, Debt Capital Markets, Energy/Oil & Gas, Funds, Insolvency, Insurance, Litigation, Media, Real Estate, and Tax areas.
7 Chiswick High Rd, Chiswick, London, W4 2ND
Green Recruitment Solutions Limited has been meeting the staffing needs of various Green sectors for over ten years. Members of the Institute of Recruiters, the firm recruits within the CHP & District Heating, Clean Technology, Energy from Waste, Energy Storage, Environment & Sustainability, Green Investment, Waste Recycling & Resource Efficiency, and Water disciplines. They assign qualified job seekers to either interim or permanent roles.
Kemp House, 160 City Road, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
Inproe has been connecting an array of clients with qualified candidates seeking assignments in the Food & Beverage, and Feed, Nutrition & Health Ingredients verticals for over 10 years. The talent entity also aids in filling a plethora of positions by offering executive search, industry mapping, people intelligence, and targeted introductions services. Theye based in London.
Office 9, Dalton House, 60 Windsor Avenue, Wimbledon, London, SW19 2RR
Michael Williams Associates Ltd finds candidates for positions in the Financial Services market - nationwide and globally. Headquartered in London, the firm extends its expertise to Commodities, Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange, Hedge Funds & Asset Management, and Investment Banking. They have been recruiting for over 31 years.
1 Primrose Street, City of London, London, EC2A 2EX
Swoop Recruitment provides recruitment and executive search solutions from Wandsworth. Under the leadership of their founder who has 16 years of experience and has pioneered over 8,000 job seeker success stories, they recruit for various industries which include Real Estate, Property Management, Technology, Finance and Marketing. They opened their doors in 2022 and have since been aiding consultants, staff and more up to managers and directors.
Unit 6 7 Eastfields Avenu, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1RA
Spayse International supplies Hospitality staff worldwide through sites in London and South Africa. Besides filling permanent, temporary and internship posts, they also have an In-House Recruitment Service, leveraging their experience in International Luxury Hospitality and Catering. They were formed in 2010, have a 93% retention rate and a client portfolio that includes Accor, Radisson Hotels and more.
Office LG01, 11/13 Weston Street, Bermondsey, London, SE1 3ER
Stretch Recruitment has been predominantly administering Hospitality recruitment since their operations began in 2020. They are led by their director, who has 15 years of experience in the industry, forming relationships with restaurants, luxury hotels, and private members clubs. They are headquartered in Norwood and have a client portfolio that consists of PPHE Hotel Group, L&R Hotels, Coalition Brewing, Broadwick Soho and more.
Gipsy Hill, Norwood, London, SE19 1JH
Established in 2017, Talent Heroes bridges a broad range of clients and qualified candidates seeking appointments in the Project Management industry. With a team based in London, they also cover the Digital and Technology divisions, working across the UK and the USA. They commonly recruit for the roles of Business Change Lead, Capture Director, Creative Artworker, Crew Systems Project Manager, and Senior Capture Artist.
69 Old St, Finsbury, London, EC1V 9HX
Lantern Recruitment offers employment opportunities for candidates in the Creative and Fashion sectors. Headquartered in London, they work closely with clients in Commercial and Editorial Production across the UK. The talent agency typically hires Art & Picture Editors, Art Directors, Content & Photoshoot Producers, Retail Shoot Producers, and Style & Set Design Producers. Lantern also deals with Ad Agencies, PR, Publishing, and Retail fields.
NABARRO, 34-35 Eastcastle Street, Westminster, London, W1W 8DW
Freshwood Group Limited, a network of talent specialists, mainly attracts professionals for C-suite, board, and senior-level vacancies. Their expertise lies in catering to the Consumer, Digital, Environmental, FinTech, Health, Media, MedTech, Social, and Technology industries. They operate across the UK and leverage their 25 years of combined experience in working with start-ups, private equity/venture capital, and mid-market companies.
128 City Road, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
Revolution Technology Ltd, a division of Gene Group, has a wealth of experience in providing specialised staffing solutions to clients in the Technology market. Since its foundation in 2014, they have been operating across the UK and sourcing candidates on a contract and permanent basis. With a team based in London, the agency often finds Android Developers, Data Engineers, Full Stack Developers, Solution Architects, and UX/UI Designers.
18 King William Street, City of London, London, EC4N 7BP
RG4 Partners is a specialist retail recruiter. They find talent from entry-level to senior management and serve clients across the UK. They fill permanent, temporary, and contract roles.
Cannon Green, 27 Bush Lane, City of London, London, EC4R 0AA
PRS Resourcing is an executive search recruitment company specialising in connecting professionals with roles that align with their career aspirations. They provide a straightforward, professional, and consultative service, with honesty and integrity at the core of our values. They aim to match candidates with roles that help clients succeed and grow, offering high-quality recruitment solutions.
35 Ballards Lane, Finchley, London, N3 1XW
TAP Search designates IT and Legal professionals to a broad range of industries across the UK. Since 2014, they have been completing interim and permanent assignments, including IT Consultant, Legal Counsel, and Paralegal. With ISO 20000 Certification, the firm commonly deals with clients in Financial Services, FMCG, Logistics, Manufacturing & Industrials, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences, Technology, Telecommunications, and Utilities.
89b Colney Hatch Lane, Muswell Hill, London, N10 1LR
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.