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.
Nannies Plus Us is an agency that offers Childcare recruitment services. The company hires Governesses, Nannies, Tutors, Housekeepers, Babysitters, Maternity Nurses, After School Care and more across London and the Home Counties. They also deliver emergency childcare 365 days a year, round the clock. They have several accreditations and over 20 years of experience.
70 North End Road, West Kensington, London, W14 9EP
+ 2 other offices
Morgan & Mallet International provides qualified Household and Domestic Staff across the UK and globally. They work with various clients, such as apartments, family offices, private villas, and royal residences. They recruit candidates and place them in flexible and temporary vacancies in the Education & Childcare, Hospitality, Leisure, Lifestyle, Security, and Sports & Recreation disciplines.
Arena Business Centres, 100 Berkshire Place, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 5RD
+ 2 other offices
Founded in 2009, Talent Focus is an executive search & selection and talent focusing consulting company that has offices in Edinburgh, London, and the US. Some roles they offer recruitment services for include Campus Recruitment Manager, Talent Acquisition Manager, Reward Manager, Senior Pre-Sales Consultant, Marketing Automation Consultant, In-house Senior Recruiter, and Finance Sales Specialist.
cotland House 58 Victoria Embankment, City of London, London, EC4Y 0DS
+ 2 other offices
Jackson Rose hires Marketing, Communications, PR and Digital specialists with a focus on the Luxury Goods and Retail market. Both their candidates and clients come from various parts of the world, from the UK to Asia Pacific. They fulfil permanent, temporary, contract and executive placements for brands like Dolce & Gabbana and TAG Heuer. They began in 2005 and leverage a combined experience of over 20 years. They are located in London and Reading.
12 Moor Street, Soho, London, W1D 5NG
+ 2 other offices
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Office 104, 5 Indescon Square, Poplar, London, E14 9DQ
+ 2 other offices
Unite People connects prospective employees with employers in Construction, handling fields like Civil Engineering, Build, Residential and Rail. With teams in Leeds and London, they are commonly on the lookout for the likes of Planners, Site Engineers and Project Managers, and place them into permanent, temporary and contract assignments. They hold a Constructionline accreditation.
Warnford Court 29 Throgmorton Street, City of London, London, EC2N 2AT
+ 2 other offices
UK Recruiting provides services to the Construction industry and related areas in the UK. Founded in 2013, the company also provides temporary and permanent solutions for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Rail, Utilities, Residential Developments and Commercial Developments. They are a member of the REC.
Mitchell House 433 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London, W4 4AU
+ 2 other offices
TRIbuild Solutions Ltd hires qualified candidates on a temporary and permanent basis. For over seven years, the recruitment company has been catering to clients in the Civil Engineering, Construction, M&E, and Residential markets nationwide. They are audited by the Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme. They also cover various divisions, such as Aviation, Infrastructure, and Social Housing, from their Birmingham and Stansted offices.
30 Dukes Place, City of London, London, EC3A 7LP
+ 2 other offices
Preng & Associates is an executive search company that focuses on the Energy industry. The company is a member of the AESC and has offices in Houston, Chicago, and London. They have over 41 years of industry experience and have made placements in 91 countries. They specialise in the recruitment of Chief Financial Officers, Board of Directors, Chief Investment Officers, Chief Risk Officers, and Sustainability Leads, among others.
17 Cavendish Square, Marylebone, London, W1G 0PH
+ 2 other offices
Red Snapper Group supplies to every UK law enforcement agency. The agency provides a full range of staffing solutions to the Law Enforcement, Cyber Security, Offender Supervision, and Regulatory Services Work communities.
10 Alie St, City of London, London, E1 8DE
+ 2 other offices
Thomas Ren Associates is a recruitment agency that offers bespoke tech staffing solutions on both a contract and permanent basis. They also offer executive search, cloud computing, and consultancy services. The job roles they recruit for include Front End Developer, IT Security Manager, Flight Software Engineer, Analyst Programmer, Application Support Specialist, Technology Architect, and more.
100 West George Street, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G2 1PP
+ 2 other offices
A local and multi-sector talent acquisition agency, Hannelius Recruitment Ltd, places candidates for various assignments at all levels. For over nine years, they have been covering a diverse client group in the Data Processing, Operations, Project Management, Research, and Sales and Account Management divisions across London. The firm is an accredited member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, and Business Intelligence Group.
Mercury House, Bermondsey, London, SE1 8UL
+ 2 other offices
MDJ Partnered Solutions is an industry expert that operates nationwide and globally. For over four years, the Dartford-based talent firm has been hiring for an extensive client portfolio in the Life Sciences market. These include the following disciplines: Audit, Biotechnology, Engineering, Medical Devices & IVD, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs. MDJ Partnered Solutions attracts freelance and permanent candidates.
Spaces, Canary Wharf 25 Cabot Square, Poplar, London, E14 4QZ
+ 2 other offices
RE-Search is a Real Estate recruiter that was founded in 2020. Facilities Management, Estate & Building Management, and Commercial & Residential Property Management are the areas in which they provide services. Some of the positions that RE-Search may recruit for include Property Recruitment Consultant, Lead Maintenance Manager, Contract Director, Head of Estates, and Building Manager. The agency is based in Soho, London.
Venture House, 27-29 Glasshouse St, Soho, London, W1B 5DF
+ 2 other offices
New Town Partnership offers executive search services to an extensive client portfolio. With teams in Edinburgh and London, they assign professionals to a plethora of appointments at all levels, such as c-suite and board-level vacancies. The entity has also been providing consultancy and talent mapping services since its establishment in 2015.
4 Hammersmith Broadway, Hammersmith, London, W6 7AL
+ 2 other offices
Ciservices, also known as Contracting International Services, deals with Construction recruitment. With consultants in Marylebone, Cambridge and Turkey, they have connections with local and foreign talents, most especially from Eastern Europe and Middle East, looking to work in the UK. Led by founders who come from Construction Project Management and Accounting backgrounds, they source Skilled Operatives, Engineers, Project Directors and more.
14 Wimpole Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 9SX
+ 2 other offices
Edward Drummond & Co offers non-executive search and headhunting services to organisations looking to employ senior-level professionals. The firm has offices in London and Bristol.
Longcroft House 2/8 Victoria Avenue, City of London, London, EC2M 4NS
+ 2 other offices
Temp Exchange is a recruitment agency that has over 25 years of experience in Elderly Care and Home Care Services in the UK. They supply Healthcare staff and personnel to both the public and private sectors. The agency is registered with the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI), an REC member, and is ISO9001 accredited.
25 Ashley Road, Tottenham, London, N17 9LJ
+ 2 other offices
Absolute Accountancy covers recruitment across London, the Home Counties and Milton Keynes. They offer permanent, temporary and interim placements for Non-Qualified up to Executive level roles in the Finance sector. They have worked with a wide range of organisations including non-profit organisations, owner-managed businesses, and FTSE-listed companies.
Suite 3, Floor 3 Gate House Fretherne Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6NS
+ 2 other offices
Based in London, Antal International is a staffing and recruiting agency that provides its recruitment expertise to several sectors like Human Resources, Sales, Accountancy, Marketing, Legal, Banking, Logistics, Engineering, Information Technology, and Pharmaceuticals. They were founded in 1993 and operate in 37 countries. The agency delivers temporary and permanent recruitment solutions.
64 Baker Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 7GB
+ 2 other offices
Arcus Search performs bespoke Technology, Insurance and Financial Services recruitment. Located in the City of London, they have been aiding organisations since 2016, seeking applicants for permanent, contract, interim and executive positions. Their client portfolio includes Barbican Insurance Group, MSCI, and Chubb, and example vacancies they have are Cyber Security Researcher, Senior Systems Engineer and Chief Information Security Officer.
The Ministry 79-81 Borough Rd, Bermondsey, London, SE1 1DN
+ 2 other offices
Austin Werner exclusively deals with Technology recruitment. With an office in Guildford, they have assisted organisations in the UK and Europe, including Deloitte, Rakuten and Save the Children. Example job openings they cover are Senior Developer, Full Stack Tech Lead, Smart Contracts Product Manager and Gaming Head of Marketing. They opened their doors in 2017. They are also members of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies.
7 Bell Yard, London, Holborn, London, WC2A 2JR
+ 2 other offices
Buckingham Recruitment connects clients and candidates in the Office Support and Operations sectors. The company was founded in 2010 and has offices in London. They hire candidates on a permanent and temporary basis and place them in roles in a wide range of sectors, including Financial Services, Technology / Fintech, Property, Design and Architecture, Market Research, Education, Healthcare, Social Enterprise, and Charity.
2nd floor 68-69 St Martin's Lane, Charinig Cross, London, WC2N 4JS
+ 2 other offices
Callum James Consulting has been focusing on talent partnerships with Fintech companies since 2009. This London-based agency delivers candidates in Investment Management, Trading and Banking Software. As well as search and selection solutions, they also offer audits of your existing recruitment process, targeted support for in-house teams, and end-to-end candidate management services.
11 Finchdale, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 1RS
+ 2 other offices
City Supports is a talent acquisition expert that leverages its expertise in catering to various clients in the Health and Social Care sector across the UK. With teams based in London and Newcastle Upon Tyne, the firm also supplies staffing solutions to the Domiciliary Care and Live-in Care divisions. They are regulated by the Care Quality Commission and can offer training courses. City Supports fills a wide variety of vacancies.
Unit C109, Access Storage Building 20 Bugsby Way, Charlton, London, SE7 7SJ
+ 2 other offices
Client Server caters to the IT industry across the UK and overseas. They cover permanent and contract roles such as Python Developer, Software Engineer, WordPress Developer, Cloud Engineer and Database Administrator. The agency was founded in 1999 and has offices in London, Esher and Sydney.
80 Cheapside, City of London, London, EC2V 6EE
+ 2 other offices
CMC Consulting operates solely in the Finance industry. They supply Financial staff at all levels, to clients of all sizes, across the UK from their offices in St. Albans and London. Examples of assignments they handle are Finance Director, Payroll Supervisor, Financial Controller, Accounts Payable Clerk and Financial Analyst.
201 Borough High Street, Bermondsey, London, SE1 1JA
+ 2 other offices
Cormis Partners is a worldwide search business, located in London, that specialises in executive search, interim management, and leadership advisory services, with an emphasis on the Energy, Infrastructure, and Industrial sectors. They have worked with companies like Vinci Airports, Marathon Oil, Shell, Nicholson, Rio Tinto, and Nuvia. Other sectors they cover include Real Estate, Consumer, Retail, and Construction.
4th Floor, 10 Charles II Street, The Strand, London, SW1Y 4AA
+ 2 other offices
Rytons Associates is an established supplier of candidates in a wide range of industries nationwide. From their Bristol and London offices, they recruit staff on a permanent, temporary, and contract basis. A privately-owned agency, Rytons Associates offers their expertise in various sectors, including Construction, Commercial, Design & Technical, Executive Search, Finance, Land & Development, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service.
20-22 Wenlock Road, Finsbury, London, N1 7GU
+ 2 other offices
Edge Tech focuses on IT recruitment, handling the niche fields of Robotic Process Automation & Intelligent Automation, Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. They source candidates for permanent, contract and interim roles of all levels and expertise, from Development & Architecture, to Sales & Marketing, to Project & Programme Management, up to Executive Leadership. They have offices in Towcester, London and California.
WeWork, Moor Place 1 Fore St Ave, City of London, London, EC2Y 9DT
+ 2 other offices
Edward Mann, launched in 2010, matches Accounting talents with firms in Commerce & Industry, Financial Services, and the Public Sector. Accomplishing permanent, temporary and interim placements, their services range from contingency search, as a time conservative option, exclusive search, which takes a passive approach, and retained search for comprehensive partnerships. They have teams in three UK sites.
77 New Cavendish Street, Westminster, London, W1W 6XB
+ 2 other offices
Eleventh Hour Group is a London-based Healthcare recruitment agency that services NHS trusts, the private sector, care homes, and local authorities. They deliver long-term appointments and execute short-notice placements as well. They deal with a broad spectrum of roles under the following disciplines: General Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Home Care, Mental Health, and Children's Nursing.
164 Bishopsgate, 2nd Floor, City of London, London, EC2M 4LX
+ 2 other offices
Elite Sales Recruitment is a specialist agency that provides workforce solutions in industries like Executive / Management and Sales. The agency has offices in London and New York. They offer permanent and temporary placements for roles such as Luxury Sales Assistant, Recruitment Resourcer, Beauty Consultant, Mandarin Speaking Sales Associate, Colour Specialist, and Store Manager.
16 St John's Lane, Clerkenwell, London, EC1M 4BS
+ 2 other offices
Founded in 2017, Formula recruitment provides tailored staffing solutions to several markets such as Software Engineering, Architecture, Mobile Engineering, Machine Learning & Data Science, Product & Design, Quality Assurance & Testing, and more. They have worked for companies such as Burberry, Tesco, Chainalysis, IMG, Sky, and Pizza Hut.
123 Buckingham Palace Road, Chelsea, London, SW1W 9SH
+ 2 other offices
Founded in 2013, Fraser Dove is a talent consultancy that focuses solely on the Life Sciences sector across Europe, America and Asia. The firm is an expert in executive search, but they also offer a wide range of services outside traditional recruitment. They specialise in six areas: Research & Development, Engineering & Technical Services, Quality & Regulatory Affairs. Manufacturing Operations, Product Supply, and Commercial & General Management.
Aldwych House, 71-79 Aldwych, Holborn, London, WC2A 2AZ
+ 2 other offices
Premier Resourcing is a talent provider covering all areas of Marketing, PR, and Communications. They offer free advice on writing job descriptions, structuring interviews and advising on salary bindings. Premier also offers client services such as contingency recruitment, retained & executive search campaigns, candidate shortlisting & selection, and market insights.
85 Tottenham Court Road, Marylebone, London, W1T 4TQ
+ 2 other offices
Stellamar Employment Solutions supplies Technical professionals to the Maritime industry, covering Seagoing, Ship Management, Commercial Shipping, and Ship Design & Construction vacancies. They also cater to the Hospitality and Ultra-High Net Worth sectors globally, covering premium employers such as cruises, luxury hotels, resorts, private jets, villas, and more. Their client database include the Royal Carribean, Porto Montenegro, and more.
12 Hay Hill, Mayfair, London, W1J 8NR
+ 2 other offices
Vertical Recruitment assists candidates and employers in the Construction, Property and Design Engineering industries. They cover a variety of temporary and permanent roles in the Architecture, Building Services, Housing, Surveying and Water & Power markets
95 Mortimer Street, Westminster, London, W1W 7GB
+ 2 other offices
Newstone Talent Solutions fulfils interim and permanent executive appointments across London and the UK. They typically handle roles such as CFO, COO, Finance Director, Financial Controller, Programme Director, Strategy Manager, Project Manager, FP&A, Financial & Management Accountant, Change & Transformation Management, and Risk & Compliance. Some of the clients they have worked with includes Canopy, Cushman & Wakefield, Elevate, and AON.
Basepoint Business Centre, Little High Street, Shoreham-by-sea, West Sussex, BN43 5EG
+ 2 other offices
Oracle Contractors is a part of the Ellis Recruitment Group, and works exclusively for a diverse client group in the IT industry. Operating nationwide and overseas, the agency has been providing staffing solutions for over 22 years. They typically find staff for contract appointments at all levels, including Consultants, OTBI Reports Developers, and Project Managers. Oracle Contractors was awarded the Best Contractor Care of Investing in Talent Awards 2019.
222 Bishopsgate, City of London, London, EC2M 4QD
+ 2 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.