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.
EM Ltd handles Interim and Executive recruitment in Finance, Strategy and Business Leadership, with departments for Consulting, Financial Services, Finance and Legal. With consultants in Mayfair, Europe, Asia and Australia, their reach spans globally as they serve corporations, consultancies, private equity houses, banks, FTSE 100 names and more. They were established in 1993 and are also members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.
118 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London, W1J 7NW
Growing Talent conducts an employment programme that provides permanent opportunities to job seekers. Overseen by their Bermondsey site, applicants will be offered an initial role to which they will be trained and evaluated through bespoke workshops, employer assessment centres and more. Launched in 2014, they have previously forged partnerships with businesses like Swiss Post Solutions, Restore Harrow Green, Iron Mountain and ME London Hotel.
More London 7 Riverside, Bermondsey, London, SE1 2RT
Riverhouse Partners is a talent firm with a breadth of experience in providing executive search services to national and global industries. From their London office, they have placed over 94% of candidates in long-term positions. They take pride in having a 98% completion rate of retained searches over the last four years.
13 Hanover Square, Mayfair, London, W1S 1HN
Urbanberry Recruitment delivers Travel recruitment solutions with a focus on Corporate Travel and Travel Technology. Additionally they hire for positions in Customer Service, Sales, Account Management and Office Support. Incorporated in 2017, they source applicants for vacancies like Private Jet Broker, Group Flight Coordinator, Global Fares Specialist, Business Travel Consultant and Account Executive. Their main office can be found in Poplar.
35 Beaufort Court, Admirals Way, Poplar, London, E14 9XL
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3 Waterhouse Sq, Clerkenwell, London, EC1N 2SW
Angela Mortimer Group is a provider of Office Support and Office Executive Staff to different companies and organisations. They recruit for permanent and temporary roles like Pensions Administrator, Executive Assistant, Showroom Coordinator, German Speaking Personal Assistant, and Receptionist. The agency offers other services as well, like benchmarking, payroll, events & training, and market insights. The company is based in London.
76 WARDOUR STREET, LONDON, Soho, London, W1F 0UR
Cherry Pick People deals primarily with Sales, Property Management, Business Support, Construction Management, Surveying/Professional Services, and Graduate recruitment. Located in Vauxhall, London, they deliver for roles such as Lettings Administrator, Office Administrator, Operations Manager, Senior Property Manager and Tenancy Progressor.
10 York Road, Bermondsey, London, SE1 7ND
UKR is a Construction recruiter situated in London. They offer perm, temp and contract recruitment solutions for fields ranging from Civil Engineering to Rail. They were launched in 2013 and report having a client retention rate of 87%. Their candidate assessment process includes phone interviews, visa checks, and a full induction.
Mitchell House 433 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London, W4 4AU
Certus Recruitment Group caters to the Sales, Marketing, Technical and IT sectors. Launched in 2001, they supply staffing solutions at all levels to clients across the UK and overseas through their offices in London; Austin, Texas; Melbourne, Australia; and Berlin, Germany. Some permanent and contract roles they advertise for are Azure DevOps Engineer, Technical Solution Architect, Business Development Manager and Senior Systems Engineer.
83 Baker St, Marylebone, London, W1U 6AG
Broadbench Recruitment is a provider of recruitment solutions to several industry sectors including Financial, IT, Digital, and Broadcast. They also cover senior appointments, placing Managing Directors and CXOs on a permanent or interim basis. Whether it's temporary, contract, interim or permanent basis, the company can assist start-ups and SME's with all the staffing solutions they need. The firm was established in 2018.
124 City Rd, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
Vivid Resourcing is an international tech specialist recruitment business that specialises in the following key sectors: Engineering, Public Sector, Technology, Energy, and Life Sciences in the UK and internationally. They have worked with companies like Foot Locker, ING, Showpad, 3Shape, and Bruker. The company was founded in 2004 and has offices in London, Manchester, Glasgow, Miami, Amsterdam, Brussels, Los Angeles, and Dusseldorf.
4th Floor, 10 Old Bailey, City of London, London, EC4M 7NG
AgencyDiagonal, formed in 2019, provides Advertising Technology, Online Media and Digital Advertising recruitment solutions. Filling permanent, contract, project based, remote and offshore vacancies, their experience involves working for the likes of eBay and Thomson Reuters. Situated in Clerkenwell, their track record includes having 2 of 3 of their recommended candidates get called in for interviews and a 90% candidate offer acceptance rate (at time of writing).
International House, 24 Holborn Viaduct, Clerkenwell, London, EC1A 2BN
Mavis is a London-based Digital recruitment agency. They collaborate with Digital Design, Advertising, and Interaction firms, businesses, and product startups in the UK and Europe. Some roles they fill include Producer, UX/UI Designer, Creative Director, Copywriter, Strategist, Account Manager, and Developer.
3rd Floor 80-90 Paul Street, City of London, London, EC2A 4NE
Silverdrum is a Digital Media recruitment specialist that covers Marketing, Operations, Client Services, Strategy, Content, Social, Research & Insight, and more. They fill vacancies such as Strategy Director, Programmatic GMP Consultant, Paid Social Strategist, Digital Performance Director, and so on. Based in London, they work with a variety of clients ranging from individuals and digital start-ups to large multinationals.
22 Upper Ground, Bermondsey, London, SE1 9PD
Established in 2007, Tarsh Partnership is a London-based staffing agency that focuses on the sectors of Brand/Marketing Consultancy, Entertainment, Fashion, Finance, FMCG, Food & Drink, Personal Care, Beauty, Professional Services, Household, and Retail.
The Stanley Building, 7 Pancras Square, Islington, London, N1C 4AG
Integral Search is a recruitment and executive search company that specialises in specific areas of Finance, including Audit & Advisory, Corporate Finance, M&A, Private Equity, Risk & Compliance, and Taxation. They also offer contingent search, business intelligence, marketing mapping, and practice mergers services. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in London.
5 Chancery Lane, City of London, London, EC4A 1BL
Arnold Ash works across Financial Services, Tech & Digital, and Gaming & Sports Betting, performing executive and contingent search and recruitment for change & transformation, project teams and interim staff. They were incorporated in 2013. Their network extends internationally through teams in Stepney, the US and Malta. They are members of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies.
5th Floor International House 1 St. Katharine's Way London, Stepney, London, E1W 1UN
MEP Resourcing is a supplier of Labourers and skilled workers to UK Construction and Engineering companies. They provide Mechanical and Electrical teams to Construction projects, and cover operational profiles such as Supervisors, Project Managers, and Admin Support. They have worked with companies like Jacobs, Mercer, NRG, Prysmian Group, and Senate. The agency is based in Liverpool.
80 Berwick Street, Soho, London, W1F 8TU
Drake Darcy is a multi-sector recruitment entity that assigns candidates to various temporary and permanent assignments at all levels. For over a year, they have been covering a broad range of markets across the EMEA and the UK. These include Construction, Energy, Facilities Management, Infrastructure, and Property markets. The company often supports the hiring of personnel such as Asset Managers, CFO, Financial Controllers, and Investor Relations Managers.
24 Charlotte Street, Marylebone, London, W1T 2ND
Ecruit is an international multi-sector specialist agency. From their London office, they offer their expertise in covering Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, Marketing, Office & Secretarial, Retail, and Sales markets nationwide and globally. The recruitment firm also provides Advertising Campaigns, Headhunting, and Software services.
12 Red Lion Square, Holborn, London, WC1R 4HQ
Armadillo Connect delivers recruitment solutions in Finance, Accountancy, Banking, Law and Marketing. From 2020, they have been supporting White Collar professionals from Australia, New Zealand and Canada looking to work in London. Additionally, they offer assistance such as bank account set up, led by Finsbury-based consultants who come from Australia and New Zealand themselves, and have over 40 years of collective knowledge in HR and Finance.
1 Lyric Square, Hammersmith, London, W6 0NB
Cadence Partners deals primarily with the Executive Search, Health and Social Care, Higher Education, Public and Private sectors. Typical assignments they handle include Executive Director, HR Manager, Finance Director, Chief Executive Officer, Head of Brand and Marketing and Head of Learning and Development.
Warnford Court, 29 Throgmorton Street, City of London, London, EC2N 2AT
Oliver James Associates, founded in 2002, delivers recruitment solutions for disciplines like Engineering, Accountancy, Actuarial and Risk & Compliance. With 14 offices globally, including one in London, they complete permanent, temporary, temp to perm and project team appointments. They are also a member of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies and have received ISO 9001, and Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion accreditations.
70 Street Mary Axe, City of London, London, EC3A 8BE
Melbury Wood, with international reach, conducts multi-sector talent acquisition services. Based in London, they work closely with Creative, Digital & Social, Market Research & Insights, PR & Communications, and Public Affairs verticals. The firm is an accredited member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation that also covers various fields, including Analytics, E-commerce, Marketing, and Technology.
i-view, Wellington House, The Strand, London, WC2R 0AP
The Media Exchange is an established provider of specialised staffing services for a broad range of disciplines in the UK's Marketing and Media markets. The talent company places staff in various positions at all levels, including Commercial Director, Event Sales Manager, and Social Media Manager. They cater to a diverse client group in many disciplines, such as Advertising, Broadcast, Cinema, Content Marketing, Digital, Mobile & Tech, and Print.
Waverley House, 9 Noel St, Soho, London, W1F 8GQ
Intro Legal specialises in satisfying clients across the UK and the USA by sourcing Legal professionals for in-house and private practice requirements. From its London office, they fulfil a wide variety of roles at all levels. They also extend their services to the functions of Business Support, Finance & Accounting, IT, HR, Risk & Compliance, and Mergers & Acquisitions.
4 Cavendish Square, Marylebone, London, W1G 0PG
Founded in 2012 and located in London, IFIT Solutions Ltd is a staffing and recruiting agency that offers three types of services: permanent recruitment, contractors, and recruitment projects. They specialise in multiple sectors, namely Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Digital Technology. The company has offices in Spain, Costa Rica, and Mexico.
Kemp House 152-160, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
Jo Joseph Creative works with tech start-ups and boutique agencies, to global networks and leading brands, in the Advertising, Digital, Social, Tech, PR, Brand Experience, Content, Broadcast, and other related sectors. They fulfil permanent, freelance, contract, and temp-to-perm assignments, ranging from junior to board level. They are based in London and consist of a team with over 20 years of combined Creative industry experience.
49 Greek Street, Soho, London, W1D 4EG
Trojan Global has offices in London, Perth, and Sydney that meet clients' staffing requirements in the Construction, Energy, and Manufacturing industries. The company has international coverage and supplies employment opportunities to professionals. They also cater to various disciplines, such as Facilities Management, Infrastructure, Logistics, Manufacturing, Mining, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Procurement, Structural Engineering, and Supply Chain.
167-169 Great Portland St 5th floor, Westminster, London, W1W 5PF
KMK HR Solutions sources candidates in Business Support for Property, Retail & Luxury Brands, Media, Advertising & PR, Financial Services, Tech & FinTech, Professional Services and Not for Profit organisations, including startups and SMEs. Based in the City of London, they recruit for permanent, temporary and contract appointments like Health & Safety Coordinator, Personal Assistant, Team Secretary and Office Manager. They were established in 2009.
1 Poultry, City of London, London, EC2R 8EJ
Knighton Personnel supplies the Administration, Child Care, Driving, Industrial, and Social Care sectors with workforce solutions throughout the Waltham Forest area. Their consultants have over 50 years of combined industry experience and are available 24/7.
97 Old Church Road, Chingford, London, E4 6ST
JoRecruitment is a multi-sector recruitment firm for Hospitality, Education, Healthcare, Social and more. Since their operations commenced in 2000, they have attracted over 670,000 candidates and over 70,000 customers across 48 countries. Their client portfolio includes IBM UK, Vivienne Westwood Ltd and The MDU, assisting them in the whole recruitment process for permanent and temporary hiring. They are based in Battersea.
Suite 108, Access Office Suites 248 " 250 York Road, Battersea, London, SW11 3SJ
Maiden Marc Associates is a provider of headhunting and retained executive search services, delivering staff for permanent placements to several sectors including Banking, Finance, Digital & Data, Energy, Natural Resources, Commerce & Industry, and Professional Services.
6/8 Bonhill Street, City of London, London, EC2A 4BX
Gene East consists of Data Specialist Recruiters. Headquartered in London, they provide skilled technical and commercial professionals for clients throughout the UK, Europe, and United States. They have worked with a wide range of clients including FTSE 100 companies and start-ups in the Financial Services, Banking, Insurance, Payments, FinTech, E-commerce, and Retail sectors.
20 22 Wenlock Road, Islington, London, N1 7GU
The Management Recruitment Group, has over 25 years of experience providing staffing solutions in the Construction and Property sector. They have a team of 40 recruiters working from their Twickenham, Manchester and London offices.
15 Bishopsgate, City of London, London, EC2N 3AR
The Venari works across Business Services, Energy, Engineering, IT & Technology, Life Sciences and Manufacturing. Accommodating staff needs of all levels such as Technical Analyst, Radio Engineer and Healthcare Project Manager, they support businesses of all sizes from small to medium-sized enterprises to blue chip organisations like Affinity Technology Ltd and Red Lion Controls. They can be found in Paddington and were launched in 2018.
139 Praed St, Paddington, London, W2 1RL
A trusted international talent firm, BrethertonDay offers specialist staffing services to a diverse range of clients in various sectors. These include Consumer & Leisure, Financial Services & Fintech, Industrial & Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Technology. Established in 2009, they have been supplying staff for an array of interim management appointments.
26, York Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6PZ
Tardis Group was opened in 1989 and offers recruitment, interim management and executive search solutions. Their team, which speaks a combination of 12 different languages, covers multiple industries - including IT, Finance, Energy, Healthcare, and Legal. 80% of their operations are for MD and Vice President-related jobs and they complete nearly 90% of their mandates within 90 days.
68 Lombard Street, City of London, London, EC3V 9LJ
Principle, founded in 2000, is a multi-sector supplier of specialised staffing services to employers across the UK, USA, and Ireland. Their expertise lies in catering to the following verticals: Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Media, Office Support, Operations, and Technology. With three offices globally, the entity also offers managed service provider and RPO services, and sources permanent personnel.
18 Soho Square, Soho, London, W1D 3QL
Wilson Grey is focused on fulfilling SaaS, Health Tech, and FinTech appointments, especially for startups across UK, Europe, and USA. They support executive search, interim hire, and multiple hire requirements. Some of the roles they handle are Chief Technology Officer, Account Executive, Sales Lead, Head of Talent, Software Engineer, and Product Designer. In 2021, they won the Southern Enterprise Awards Best Executive Search Agency for Startups.
80-83 Long Lane, Clerkenwell, London, EC1A 9ET
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.