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.
With offices based across the UK, Randstad Financial Services is a staffing and recruiting agency specialising in recruiting for several specialisms in the Financial Services industry. These include Accountancy & Finance, Operations & Middle Office, Investment Management, Compliance, Insurance, and Banking. The company provides contractual, temporary, and permanent positions.
2nd Floor 10 Throgmorton Avenue, City of London, London, EC2N 2DL
Green Baize Door employs Private Service staff for premier establishments like private estates, yachts and royal courts. Located in London, they extend their consultancy all over the UK and globally for roles in Chauffeur & Security, F&B Service and Housekeeping, among others. Some of these opportunities even offer international travel benefits. Their experience of over a decade has brought them coverage in TIME Magazine and The New York Times.
222 Regent Street, Westminster, London, W1W 8HF
Revilo specialises in technology talent acquisition, with a focus on headhunting developers across global markets, including London, New York, Seattle, Los Angeles, and Singapore.
1 Saint Katharine's Way, Stepney, London, E1W 1LP
Bloqfish recruits for the niche fields of Crypto, Web3 and Digital Assets, assisting applicants and businesses alike. Hiring worldwide, their clients mostly consist of DeFi and NFT Projects to which they present Engineering candidates in Quant Trading, Data Science, Core Development and the like. Their office can be found in Mayfair and their team has a combined experience of over 35 years in recruitment, recruitment process outsourcing and more.
Berkley Square House, Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London, W1J 6BD
Galor specialises in providing Personal and Private Chefs anywhere in the UK and internationally. They satisfy requirements for fixed duration, short term and permanent arrangements for private and corporate settings. They also recruit household staff like Butlers and Chauffeurs. They are led by a Chef who is experienced in working for renowned restaurants all around the globe.
138 Emlyn Road, Shepherds Bush, London, W12 9TB
Farrell Associates hires candidates for Sustainable Investment and Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance enterprises. Their recruitment portfolio includes building ESG teams and sourcing Data Analysts, to name a few, for institutions in the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Established in 2010, their team has a collective experience of over 50 years. They commit to their vision by supporting varied sustainable projects.
90 Long Acre Lane, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9RZ
Forsyth Group, launched in 1981, provides international recruitment solutions for Executive positions in the IT and Technology industries. They have experience appointing high-level professionals such as Chairmen, CEOs and Directors in technological firms, some of which are Oracle, SAP's Sybase and Polycom. Their UK office can be found in London and they accommodate placements in the UK, US, and Eastern and Western Europe.
47 Barnes High Street, Barnes, London, SW13 9LN
Green Recruitment Company recruits for vacancies in Green Energy & Technology. This includes Renewable Energy & Infrastructure, Net Zero & Sustainability, Energy Supply & Trading and E-Mobility. Since they began in 2010, they were able to place candidates to businesses in more than 50 countries like Centrica, Foresight Group and Limejump, a subsidiary of Shell. They have teams situated across five continents, including a UK office found in Bermondsey.
91 Waterloo Road, Bermondsey, London, SE1 8RT
BarrettClark & Duncannon Executive Search provides an executive search service globally, focused on the Leisure, Event, Hotel, Retail, Consumer, and Travel sectors.
Green Park House, 15 Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LQ
DNA Recruit supplies Creative, Digital, Marketing and Technology professionals nationally. Their expertise lies in recruitment for Client Services, Planning & Strategy and Project Management. They hire permanent, freelance, interim and contract Marketing Managers, Account Directors, Digital Developers and other related roles. Situated in Bloomsbury, they were founded in 2008 and have since served Cheil UK, Mercieca Ltd, TLC Marketing and more.
The Stanley Building, 7 Pancras Square, Kings Cross, Islington, London, N1C 4AG
GTS Labour Hire & Construction helps fulfil the demand for Labourers throughout the UK. Covering the fields of Trades and Labour, Management, Engineering, HR and Administration, the available appointments can be on a temp, contract or full-time basis. They present solutions for the whole recruitment life cycle, from advertising vacancies to payroll services.
48 Warwick Street, Westminster, London, W1B 5AW
Osborne Richardson is a Westminster-based niche Environmental recruitment agency, operating across Environmental & Public Health, Town Planning and Property. Meeting permanent, contract and project personnel needs, they have been aiding public and private organisations alike since 1991. Their past clients include Avison Young, JLL and the Manchester City Council. They are also an accredited supplier by the North East Procurement Organisation.
66-68 Margaret Street, Westminster, London, W1W 8SR
The Up Group is a London-based recruitment consultancy focusing on senior-level and executive search for Technology businesses from start-ups to international organisations. Established in 2007, they also have teams all over Europe including Germany, France and Spain, while their candidate database contains global talents from the US and Asia, to name a few. They have previously worked with large companies like eBay, Google and Remitly.
Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, Westminster, London, SW1P 4QP
Esade International Ltd is a specialist recruitment agency for the Fast Moving Consumer Products industry, with a specific focus on middle to senior management. Since their operations began in 2003, they have added global FTSE 100 companies to their portfolio, in addition to years-long partnerships. They are headquartered in Aldgate and fill vacancies nationwide.
24-26 Buckle Street, Aldgate, London, E1 8EJ
Harrison Holgate is an agency that supplies manpower solutions to the Insurance sector within the London, Lloyd's and regional markets. They offer executive search, contingency services, and managed services & advanced solutions. They recruit for job titles including Head of Technical Accounting, Finance Analyst, and Reinsurance Technician.
34 Lime Street, City of London, London, EC3M 7AT
The Foundry is a recruitment agency that provides professionals of all levels to the Communications sector. From post-graduate trainees to Directors of Corporate Affairs, the agency specialises in finding talent for the Corporate and Public Affairs, Consumer and Brand PR, Digital, Social Media, and Internal Communications sectors.
The Smith's Building, 179 Great Portland Street, Westminster, London, W1W 5PL
Ryder Reid Legal has a breadth of experience in delivering professionals in various industries across the UK, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Since 1994, they have been hiring candidates for temporary, contract, and permanent roles at all levels. They offer their expertise in the Business Services, Executive Search, Finance, HR, IT, and Legal sectors.
4-10 Heneage Lane London, City of London, London, EC3A 5DQ
360xec, based in Bloomsbury, delivers Marketing and Communications recruitment solutions both inside and outside the UK. They support potential CEOs, CFOs, Directors and the like into management jobs in Technology, Digital, Business Development and more. Since their operations started in 2011, they have been working, not only in the UK, but in Europe, Asia and beyond, and have served global Digital Ad agencies and FTSE 100 companies, to name a few.
Alfred Place, 1 Alfred Place, Bloomsbury, London, WC1E 7EB
Global Exec Solutions is a provider of executive search and selection services to the Healthcare sector in the UK. The company works with NHS hospitals and private sector employers all across the country and recruits for a variety of specialist roles. The agency is ISO-accredited and a member of the REC.
15, Upper Grosvenor Street, Mayfair, London, W1K 7PJ
Prospero Integrated is a London-based agency that has been operating for over 22 years and is a member of the REC. They are committed to fulfilling recruitment assignments for the Audio Visual, Video Conferencing, and Unified Communications sectors throughout the UK and Europe. Their remit covers various functions such as Technicians, Project Managers, and System Designers, through to Account Managers and Senior Management roles.
3rd Floor, 15 Worship Street, City of London, London, EC2A 2DT
Abbatt Property Recruitment is an award-winning recruiting business that provides temporary and permanent solutions to multiple market sectors. The agency recruits candidates such as Concierges, Cleaners, Security, Porters, Estate Managers, Development Managers, Commissionaires, Receptionists, and Yard Workers. They also offer Dual Management and Fire Marshal staffing. The company was founded in 1959 and is based in London.
37 - 39 High Holborn, Bloomsbury, London, WC1V 6AA
AC Financial Recruitment was founded in 1996 and provides tailored services to many different companies and job seekers at all levels. They specialise in different areas including Banking & Financial Services, Investment Funds, Risk & Governance, and Accounting. The agency recruits for a variety of roles like Transfer Agency Administrator, Product Management Associate, and Risk Manager.
70 Gracechurch Street, City of London, London, EC3V 0HR
PureFuel is a London-based recruitment agency that works exclusively for the Renewable Energy market across the UK. Since 2020, they have been hiring talent on a permanent and contract basis. The firm covers a wide variety of fields, including Climate Change & Technology, Environmental Sustainability, Social Impact & Corporate Responsibility, Supply Chain & Ethical Sourcing, and Sustainable Finance.
52 Tabernacle Street, City of London, London, EC2A 4NJ
Pure IT Associates is an IT consultancy based in Copenhagen and London, and they supply a whole team or one expert at a time globally - including in Denmark, the UK, and Singapore. They have worked with leading solution providers such as IBM, Thycotic, Banfico, SailPoint, and more. The agency also provides a trusted advisor to your company and a range of consultancy options.
207 Regent Street, Soho, London, W1B 3HH
Quadrant Search and Selection is a recruitment agency that specialises in providing search and selection services to both the public and private sectors. The agency recruits for a variety of appointment levels, covering roles such as Regulatory Economist, Financial Analyst, Policy Advisor, Regulatory Lawyer, and Technical Advisor. The company works with a wide range of clients across the economic, regulatory, and policy spectrum.
90 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9RZ
Based in London, Quality Care Cover is a Healthcare recruitment specialist that supplies Doctors, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Healthcare Scientists, and other professionals across the UK. The agency offers both permanent and ad-hoc recruiting, and have several contracts with NHS Trusts, Private Healthcare Groups, Schools, Prisons, and GP Surgeries.
8th floor, 6 Mitre Passage, Greenwich, London, SE10 0ER
Adlam Consulting focuses on sourcing IT specialists for the Investment Banking & Financial Services, Fintech Industries and E-Commerce markets. They recruit permanent and contract Programmers, Analysts, Database Engineers, Project Managers and more for organisations like investment banks and commodities trading firms. They were founded in 1999 and their office is in London. Example job openings they cover are C#, Java, Python and SQL Developer.
3 Brad Street London, Bermondsey, London, SE1 8TN
Quant Capital is a recruitment consultancy with a Tech focus. They aim to find the 'top 10%' of technology candidates in fields such as Linux, Quant, and Fintech. As well as working with major vendors, they also support start-ups in making early hires. Quant Capital is based in London and sources professionals such as Java Developers, DevOps Engineers, C++ Engineers, Quant Traders, and Technical Analysts.
8-9 Queen Street, London, City of London, London, EC4N 1SP
AE Recruitment supplies employment opportunities to qualified applicants seeking roles in the Architectural and Interior Design verticals. Based in London, they hire for full-time appointments. These include Architectural Technicians and FF&E Designers. For over 16 years, AE Recruitment has been serving employers across the UK and the Middle East by providing services to the Landscape, Masterplanning, and Urban Design functions.
99 Candahar Road, Battersea, London, SW11 2QA
Radley James is a specialist headhunting and recruitment firm that provides professionals in the areas of Information Technology, Quantitative Research & Analytics, Software Development, Change & Transformation, Data Science, Portfolio Management, and Risk Management. They hire for roles like FPGA Engineer, Quantitative Trader, ASIC Designer, and Research Associate. They have offices across the UK, USA, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Vilnius.
77 Leadenhall Steet, City of London, London, EC3A 3DE
Altrua operates across the Retail, Consumer and Entertainment industries internationally, performing both executive search and monthly talent subscription services. They cater to Board titles, like Chief Executive Officer and Advisory Committee Member, and Transformation roles like Change Officer. Founded in 2019, they are led by a recruiter who has experience of 25 years. Their office is in Marylebone.
7 Cavendish Square, Marylebone, London, W1G 0PE
AMI Consulting focuses on recruiting for the Built Environment sectors throughout the UK and abroad. Formed in 2018, they work from sites in Bethnal Green and Hong Kong, serving firms from SMEs to international corporations. They hire for permanent and contract jobs, graduate to executive level, like Water Treatment Equipment Engineer and Business Development Manager, managing fields like Building Surveying, Property Management and Water Treatment.
9 Perseverance Works, Kingsland Road, London, Bethnal Green, London, E2 8DD
Anderson Quigley is a specialist in executive search, interim management and advisory services. This recruitment firm provides recruitment services to several sectors including Education, Healthcare, Social Care, Charities, Arts and Government. They have worked with The Health Foundation, Nottingham Trent University, Harris Federation, Brunel University London, Revitalise, and many others. The firm is an REC member.
Tintagel House, 92 Albert Embankment, Bermondsey, London, SE1 7TY
Annapurna Executive reaches an extensive range of client portfolios across the UK, Europe, and North America. The talent-sourcing entity selects candidates that are fit for an array of contract, interim and permanent roles at all levels. With six offices globally, they put forth their expertise in covering Content & Events, HR, Market Research, Sales & Marketing, and Technology. Annapurna has been operating since its establishment in 2008.
Unit 4, 9 Bell Yard Mews, Bermondsey, London, SE1 3UY
Anthem Consulting helps fulfil appointments in Legal and Professional Services in the UK and overseas. They were formed in 2013 by recruiters who have over 20 years of combined experience. Operating in Clerkenwell, they support Legal, Accounting, Real Estate, Built Environment and Management Consultancy firms in their requirements for junior up to executive level staff.
9 Holborn Chancery Lane, Clerkenwell, London, EC1N 2LL
Anthony Millard Consulting matches Education Leaders with Education institutions globally. With an office in Holborn, they have been connecting with prospective Specialists, Heads, Principals, Bursars, Directors of Education, and similar candidates, since 2004, placing them into schools like Globeducate, Seaton House School, Malvern College and Misk Schools. They also have a sister recruitment agency AMC Teacher which focuses on hiring Teachers.
25 Southampton Buildings, Holborn, London, WC2A 1AL
Apex Professional Search, which has experience of over 20 years, exclusively aids UK Law Firms in their recruitment needs. Their accomplishments include partnering with hundreds of institutions, like Clarke Willmott LLP, Howard Kennedy LLP, IBB Law and Penningtons Manches Cooper, to which they offer services such as executive search, mergers & acquisitions, office launches and succession planning. They have locations in Finsbury and Birmingham.
124-128 City Rd, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NJ
Kynigos Partners Ltd matches potential applicants with an array of markets nationwide. These include Entertainment, Gaming, Media, and Sports. Their operations also reach Commercial, Creative, Digital, Financial Services, General Management, Human Resources, Marketing, and Technology functions. The company mainly fulfils Chair and Non-Executive Director appointments from its London office.
167-169 Great Portland Street, Westminster, London, W1W 5PF
Aqua Talent specialises in satisfying executive positions in Consulting, Technology, Public Sector, Banking, Media and Digital. Recruiting internationally from their Holborn site, they offer solutions such as retained executive search and talent acquisition where they work with their client's in-house team. They started in 2016 and have completed over 100,000 placements and have a 98% success rate.
7 Bell Yard, Holborn, London, WC2A 2JR
Arnold Ash Group, with sites in Stepney, US and Malta, helps fulfil recruitment requirements in Change & Transformation and Executive Leadership, offering contingent search, interim hiring and project team recruitment solutions. Supporting firms in Financial Services, Technology & Digital and Gaming & Sports Betting, they have a success rate of 95% since they started in 2013. They are members of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies.
5th Floor International House 1 St. Katharine's Way, Stepney, London, E1W 1UN
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.