London recruitment agencies connect employers and job-seekers across every sector, from finance and healthcare to creative and tech. With more than 2000 London agencies listed, this page helps employers find trusted hiring partners and candidates discover new career opportunities.
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Tradeline Recruitment is a specialist construction agency with over 100 years experience of supplying all levels of construction related personnel. Our main head office is based in Bedford and we also have regional offices in Oxford and London. We are able to supply staff on a nationwide basis although we predominantly deal with the Home Counties, London and Midlands areas.
Kemp House, 152 City Road, London, Greater London, EC1V 2NX
+ 3 other offices
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63/66 Hatton Garden, 5th Floor, Suite 23, London, Greater London, EC1N 8LE
+ 5 other offices
Ferguson Recruitment - Care Division strives to deliver excellent candidates within the Care sector; including roles such as Support Workers & Care Assistants. With handfuls of experience and a proven track record of excelling in our commitments to our clients, we aim to always provide an excellent service.
Kemp House, 152 - 160, London, City Road, EC1V 2NX
+ 6 other offices
Alpha Recruitment delivers trusted staffing solutions across multiple sectors throughout the UK and Europe. With a strong market presence and an extensive database of over 100,000 construction trades, labour, and management personnel, we are able to respond quickly to client needs at every level. Fully ISO 9001 certified, Alcumus accredited, and proud members of TICA, Alpha is committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance.
Kemp House, 152-160 City Road, Shoreditch, London, EC1V 2NX
+ 6 other offices
Duval Accounts & Finance is a friendly, professional and creative specialist recruiter, placing a variety of professionals across various accountancy and finance related functions across the UK. Our clients are Accountancy firms and private SME businesses looking for new talent to join their existing teams. We offer flexible, tailored terms of business and fantastic communication and feedback.
4th Floorrn169 Piccadilly, London, Middlesex, W1J 9EH
+ 4 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.
2nd Floor, Finsbury House, 23 Finsbury Circus, London, London, EC2M 7EA
+ 4 other offices
BEST RATES IN UK... Labour Hire supply reliable, vetted candidates throughout the UK. Whether you require a single operative or full site coverage temporary, contract or permanent, Labour Hire delivers a cost-effective solution for all your recruitment needs. We provide high quality personnel at short notice who are committed to delivering exceptional standards of workmanship and reliability.
4th Floor, Silverstream House, 45 Fitzroy Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1T 6EB
+ 9 other offices
Recruiting expert staff across the Finance, Insurance, Legal, Marketing, Secretarial, Administrative and Consulting sectors, our specialist Commercial Division at Berry Recruitment is a trusted extension of businesses throughout the UK. From SMEs to blue chip nationals, our friendly consultants are committed to delivering unbeatable customer service when supplying personnel for all permanent, temporary or contract Commercial roles.
383 Hendon Way, London, London, NW4 3LP
+ 16 other offices
Whether you're looking for your next teaching role or you’re a school in need of brilliant staff, Protocol Education is here to make it easy. From nurseries to sixth forms, we connect passionate educators with the settings that need them most. No waffle, just warm, reliable support that works.
98 Theobalds Road, London, Greater London, WC1X 8WB
+ 10 other offices
The Driving Division at Berry Recruitment specialises in recruiting Logistics and Transport professionals through an honest and professional service. We recruit document / qualification checked candidates for all categories of driving vacancies including 7.5 Tonne, 3.5 Tonne, HGV, LGV, ADR and van driver roles. We hold FTA accreditation and have played an important role in the development of the FTA's Driver Agency Accreditation Scheme.
383 Hendon Way, London, London, NW4 3LP
+ 16 other offices
London salaries often sit well above the UK average, reflecting both competition and living costs. Many professional roles start near £30,000, while mid-level staff may earn £45,000 to £60,000. Senior positions, particularly in banking or consultancy, can exceed £90,000. Employers face recruitment fees that range between 15% and 25% of annual salary for permanent placements, with daily contractor rates varying widely by trade and skill level.
The capital attracts candidates with a broad range of qualifications. Employers seeking office staff often look for degrees or professional certificates from bodies like the CIPD, ACCA, or CIM. For industrial and service work, agencies may prioritise safety cards, food hygiene certificates, or plant operation licences.
Inner London commands higher pay than outer boroughs, and recruitment demand remains strongest in areas with dense commercial activity such as the City, Canary Wharf, and Shoreditch. South and East London often see higher temporary and service-sector hiring through agencies, while North and West London maintain steady professional recruitment markets.
Employers in London face talent shortages in healthcare, construction, education, and IT. Competition for qualified candidates is fierce, and agency partners often play a major role in sourcing and screening applicants quickly. Housing costs and commuting pressures add to retention challenges, making employer reputation and flexible working key factors in successful hiring.
Recruitment agencies in London handle everything from temporary warehouse placements to executive search for board-level staff. Common placements include office administrators, project managers, nurses, software developers, chefs, and marketing executives. Many candidates begin with short-term contracts before progressing to permanent roles through agency introductions.
London’s recruitment market is driven by finance, professional services, media, technology, education, hospitality, and healthcare. Major employers range from global banks and law firms to NHS Trusts, universities, and hospitality groups. The city’s ongoing growth in fintech and creative industries continues to attract specialist agencies with niche expertise.
Talent shortages are evident across health and social care, software engineering, and skilled trades. Conversely, entry-level roles in retail and administration can attract high application volumes, making candidate screening vital. Recruitment agencies often balance this by using pre-vetted databases and targeted outreach.
Technology, renewable energy, and healthcare remain growth areas for London recruitment. Demand for cybersecurity analysts, care professionals, and data specialists continues to expand, while the creative and digital sectors sustain high volumes of freelance and project-based hiring.