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.
Irlam Associates leverages its expertise to cater to the staffing needs of various markets, including Aviation, Logistics, and Vetting. With offices across the globe, they also aid clients in the following disciplines: Accounting, Engineering, Hospitality & Travel, Real Estate & Property, Sales & Account Management, and Transport & Logistics. The entity works nationwide and overseas, fulfilling the contract, permanent, and temporary appointments.
60 Grosvenor Street, Mayfair, London, W1K 3HZ
+ 3 other offices
Aruba Executive Search is an executive search firm operating across the UK, Europe, and the US. They work closely with technology companies within Adtech, Agritech, AI, Blockchain, Cleantech, Cyber Security, Edtech, Fintech, Healthtech, Insurtech, Software, Telecoms, and more. With over 23 years in the industry, they feature their very own Executive Talent Acquisition & Retention (ETAR) System which they use in engaging C-Suite candidates.
124 City Road, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
+ 3 other offices
Byron Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with a focus on the Finance and Technology markets. The company has over 20 years of experience and recruits candidates on a permanent and temporary basis. Headquartered in Surrey, their client portfolio ranges from small and local businesses to blue-chip international organisations. Byron Finance is accredited by the Recruitment & Employment Confederation.
111 Buckingham Palace Road, Chelsea, London, SW1W 0SR
+ 3 other offices
Craft Agency specialises in matching clients with candidates within the Creative, Design and Digital sectors. They provide design agencies and in-house studios with freelance, long term contract and permanent talent. Craft was established in 2014 and operates from Leeds and Manchester. Typical roles they advertise include Digital Designer, Senior Motion Graphics Designer and Marketing Manager.
The Office Group 31-35 Kirby St, Clerkenwell, London, EC1N 8TE
+ 3 other offices
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Westferry Circus, Poplar, London, E14 4HD
+ 3 other offices
HW Executive Search & Interim Management is an independent agency that specialises in providing executive search and headhunting services. The agency has offices in Leeds, London and Manchester and they have been operating globally for over 10 years. They signed up to the HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter to support diversity and inclusion.
6 Hoxton Square, Islington, London, N1 6NU
+ 3 other offices
Hunter Healthcare focuses on the placement of professionals into Health Care and Life Science positions. The agency was founded in 2017 and operate from multiple locations including in London, Gloucestershire, and Leeds. They have filled 100% of their retained searches.
Floor 2, Berkshire House, 168-173 High Holborn, Bloomsbury, London, WC1V 7AA
+ 3 other offices
Renaissance Personnel is a Health and Social Care personnel recruiter founded in 2002. The company provides Nursing, Medical and Home Care professionals to the NHS, local authorities, independent and voluntary sectors. They supply both temporary and permanent Health Care professionals depending on the needs of clients. The agency is a member of the REC and is fully registered and compliant with the CQC. Their head office is in Kentish Town.
87 Fortess Road, Kentish Town, London, NW5 1AG
+ 3 other offices
Aston Charles is an expert in General Insurance and Financial Services recruitment. Since 2008, they have worked with international insurance companies, IFAs, niche underwriting agencies, financial planning and investment management firms, global broking houses, banks, loss adjusting practices, and more. They also offer various services including search & selection, retained assignment, contingency recruitment, and mergers & acquisitions.
New London House, 6 London House, City of London, London, EC3R 7LP
+ 3 other offices
IGA Talent Solutions primarily delivers candidates to various contract and interim vacancies in the Financial Services and Professional Services sectors. With international coverage, they also work with the Actuarial Services, Change & Transformation, Financial Crime, Investments & Pensions, Legal & Transformation, Risk & Compliance, and Technology divisions. They are members of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies.
22 Tudor Street, City of London, London, EC4Y 0AY
+ 3 other offices
Puro Search provides staffing solutions in the Veterinary, Health & Social Care and Environment sectors. Founded in 2006, they have a team of recruiters with 60 years combined experience operating from three offices: Manchester, York and London.
Silverstream House Fitzroy Street, Marylebone, London, W1T 6EB
+ 3 other offices
Formed in 2005, RedFish serves the Construction, Property & Infrastructure sectors. The company has offices in London and Leeds, and place Managerial, Commercial, Design and Construction professionals in these sectors: New Build & Refurbishment, Residential, Fit Out, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure, and more.
15 Alfred Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1E 7EB
+ 3 other offices
Complex Recruitment Ltd fills vacancies within the Driving, Construction and Industrial sectors. With four offices in North London (HQ), West London, Kent and Swindon, the agency provides staffing solutions for temporary, permanent or adhoc jobs. Some roles they advertise include HGV 1 Driver, Driver's Mate and Van Delivery Driver.
Office 605, Dephna House, 14 Cumberland Avenue, Willesden, London, NW10 7QL
+ 3 other offices
Time 4 Recruitment Solutions is an independent agency that supplies staff and personnel to the Construction, Mechanical & Electrical, Industrial and Catering, and Hospitality sectors across the UK. They recruit workers of all levels on a temporary, freelance and permanent basis, from Assistants, Trades and Labour to Supervisory, Executive, and Professional positions. The agency has branches in Cardiff, Bristol, and London.
Tower Bridge Business Centre, 46-48 East Smithfield, Stepney, London, E1W 1AW
+ 3 other offices
HVAC Recruitment Ltd is a specialist recruiter for the FM & HVAC industries in the United Kingdom and internationally. The firm, which was founded in 2005, provides temporary, contract, and permanent positions in a variety of industries, including Atalian Servest, Hard Services Engineering, Soft Services, Mechanical & Electrical, Data Centre & Critical Engineering, Management, and Administration. HVAC Recruitment Ltd is based in Denbigh, Wales.
64 Nile Street, Islington, London, N1 7SR
+ 3 other offices
BPE Search is a recruitment firm established in 2007. The sectors they focus on, and offer services to, are Consumer, FMCG & Retail, Financial Services & Technology, Industry & Manufacturing, and Business & Professional Services. BPE Search provides a variety of jobs in these sectors such as Head of Data Science, Global Brand Director, Chief Product Officer, Sales Director, and Commercial Director. Their firm is based in Westminster, London.
Colony, 5 Piccadilly Place, Ayton Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M1 3BR
+ 3 other offices
Simpson Judge places talented professionals across the Finance, IT, Legal, and Executive Support sectors. They work with start-ups and SMEs through to blue chip organisations and multinationals. Their national coverage lets them match the right candidates with roles from Board Level through to Senior and Middle Management and Support functions. Simpson Judge was established in 2013 and has offices in Preston, Manchester, and London.
83 Baker St, Marylebone, London, W1U 6AG
+ 3 other offices
Tate finds personnel for office-based positions in the disciplines of Finance, Marketing and HR, to name a few. They have 27 branches to cover the needs of employers and prospective employees anywhere in the UK, and also offer special solutions like short-notice supply of high-quantity staff to multiple locations. Founded in 1985, they received Platinum Accreditation from Investors in People and ISO 9001 Certification for Quality.
33 Soho Square, City of London, London, W1D 3QU
+ 3 other offices
MatchTech has been recruiting for more than 35 years, matching a wide range of professionals with clients worldwide. The sectors they work in include Aerospace, Energy, Engineering, Automotive, Rail, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Transmission & Distribution, Defence, and more. In total, they have eight offices internationally. They also provide project support solutions and deal with contract, permanent, interim, and fixed-term staffing requirements.
The Forge, 133 Park Street, London, Greater London, SE1 9EA
+ 3 other offices
Selective Group was established in 1991 and they have a wide range of role coverage including in Accountancy, Administration, Cleaning, Driving, Executive, Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Management, Marketing, Office, Sales and Security functions. They deliver their solutions to the Commercial, Energy, Public Sector, and Health Care sectors, among others. Their head office is at Abingdon, with branches in Oxford, London, Southampton, Reading, and Wanstead.
19-21 Great Tower Street, City of London, London, EC3R 5AR
+ 3 other offices
Clinical Professionals specialises in filling vacancies within the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences sectors. They cater to clients and candidates across the UK and internationally from their offices in Reading, London, Munich, Brussels and Dublin. Some roles they advertise for include Medical Affairs Executive, Clinical Scientist and Medical Writer.
Peninsular House, City of London, London, EC3R 8LJ
+ 3 other offices
Precision Resource Group is a multi-sector talent sourcing firm that finds professionals for various contract and permanent vacancies across the UK. Since its establishment in 2009, they have been providing staffing services to clients in the Finance, Governance & Change, Public sector & Housing, Special Education, Health and Social Care, and Tech, Digital & Engineering markets. They are members of the Employers Network For Equality & Inclusion.
Guildhall Yard, Blackwell House, City of London, London, EC2V 5AE
+ 3 other offices
James Andrews Recruitment Solutions covers an array of sectors which includes Finance & Accountancy, Legal, IT, HR, Education, Social Housing & Support, Property Management, Education, and Construction. They fill temporary and permanent vacancies across England from their branches at Leicester, Birmingham, and London. They have Silver accreditation in Investors in People until 2021.
4th Floor 36-38 Cornhill, City of London, London, EC3V 3NG
+ 3 other offices
A1 Jobs cover a wide range of industries including Accounting & Finance, Administration, Construction, Customer Service, Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and so much more. They recruit for roles such as Traffic Management Operative, HIAB Driver, Warehouse Assistant, Customer Service Advisor, Plumber, and Recruitment Consultant, whether for part-time, permanent, temporary, or contract vacancies. They have offices in Glasgow, London, and Birmingham.
Bouverie House First Floor 154-160 Fleet Street, City of London, London, EC4A 2DQ
+ 3 other offices
CastUK provides assistance with contract, permanent and temporary roles across the UK. They specifically recruit for a range of executive and management roles in the FMCG, Retail, HR, Engineering, Logistics & Transport and Public sectors.
The Stanley Building, 7 Pancras Square, Kings Cross, Islington, London, N1C 4AG
+ 3 other offices
Rullion works with companies in the IT, Construction, Nuclear, Engineering, Utilities and Rail industries across the UK. The agency operates from their offices in Brighton, London, Glasgow, Altrincham, Newcastle, Manchester and Cumbria.
Office 404 20 St Dunstan's Hill, City of London, London, EC3R 8HL
+ 3 other offices
Connections Recruitment is a multi-sector agency that is accredited by the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. The agency handles permanent/temporary/contract/interim recruitment, executive search, and talent management. They deal with clients and candidates from their offices in Sale, Manchester, Warrington and London. CR was opened in 1985 and is a supporter of Forever Manchester.
Garden Studios, 71-75 Shelton Street, Soho, London, WC2H 9JQ
+ 3 other offices
Kairos RT offers a boutique and holistic approach to recruitment across a range of sectors and we provide permanent & temporary recruitment solutions across the UK. We have in place a dedicated specialist team of consultants who have a clear understanding of their individual areas of expertise.
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, Greater London, WC2H 9JQ
+ 2 other offices
Time Recruitment supplies temporary and permanent staff, along with additional services related to the recruitment process (e.g. RPO and Managed Services). They have specialist teams covering Healthcare, Commercial, Industrial & Engineering, and Construction.
East Side, York Wy, Islington, London, N1C 4AX
+ 3 other offices
Rise Technical is a specialist in engineering, construction, energy and technology sectors. Our mission statement is to positively change lives through unrivalled organisation of highly motivated resources. We aim to add value to your organisation by providing a brilliant service and positively changing the lives of the candidates and clients we represent.
184 Shepherds Bush Road\r\nLondon, Hammersmith, London, W6 7NL
+ 3 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
Hunter Adams recruits HR personnel throughout the UK for more than 20 industries, including Financial Services, Technology and Energy. Supporting the public, private and third sectors, their client portfolio has grown to over 650 organisations. They provide permanent, fixed-term, interim, full time and part-time staff through their offices in Edinburgh and London. They were founded in 2011.
The Gridiron Building, 1 Pancras Sq, Islington, London, N1C 4AG
+ 4 other offices
Simply Education places Teachers into various educational settings across the UK. With over 14 years of experience, they provide support for permanent and temporary roles from their 12 offices in 6 regions. They are part of Make Candidates Great (MCG), a group of recruitment agencies with different specialisations.
1 Poultry, 5th Floor, City of London, London, EC2R 8EJ
+ 9 other offices
French Selection UK hires Multilingual International Business and Trade personnel in the UK and Europe. They have available opportunities for permanent and fixed-term contract assignments for fields like Export Sales & Business Development, Customer Service and Technical Support. The languages they support include German, French and Italian. Since launching in 1988, they now have 4 offices in the UK, with their headquarters in London.
The Dock, Tobacco Dock Wapping Lane, Stepney, London, E1W 2SF
+ 4 other offices
Harrison Scott Associates delivers workforce solutions to the Printing & Packaging market. The agency has over 25 years of industry experience and has offices in South England, Midlands, North England, and Scotland. They have also been voted as the No.1 Supplier by Printweek. They recruit candidates including Print Account Managers, Account Managers, Gluing Minders, and Client Services Executives.
37 Chesham Place, Westminster, London, SW1X 8HG
+ 4 other offices
Off to Work supplies permanent and casual Hospitality staff to establishments and events throughout the UK. They accept applicants for Front of House jobs like Waiters and Baristas, Chefs, Kitchen Porters and Security personnel. They operate in 5 offices in the UK, including Edinburgh and London.
145 Great Charles Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 3LP
+ 4 other offices
Academics deliver permanent, long term, and support staff recruitment for the Education industry - covering primary schools, secondary schools, nurseries, specialist schools, and other education establishments. They were established in 2002 and has an REC Audited Education Gold Standard Accreditation. From their nine offices across the UK, and one in Australia, they recruit across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Ireland for work in UK schools.
Audrey House 16-20 Ely Place, Clerkenwell, London, EC1N 6SN
+ 21 other offices
QED Legal Recruitment provides recruitment solutions for Legal focus areas like conveyancing for leasehold and property-related concerns, IP, litigation and more. Aside from regular search and selection services for permanent, contract, temporary, full-time and part-time assignments, they can also set up offline recruitment campaigns if needed. Their operations started in 2012 and they have teams in seven locations.
16 Hanover Square, Mayfair, London, W1S 1BN
+ 7 other offices
Anakin Seal delivers recruitment services for Legal clients and candidates. They operate in many areas including Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham. They handle jobs across a wide variety of Legal disciplines. Some of these jobs are Corporate Lawyers, Recoveries Paralegals, Private Client Solicitors, Clinical Negligence Solicitors, Crime Lawyers, and so on.
Bevis Marks House, 24 Bevis Marks, City of London, London, EC3A 7JB
+ 4 other offices
Aspire People is a specialised agency for recruiting Teaching and Support Staff. Based in the West Midlands, they deal with a wide range of Education roles, from Nursery through to Secondary schools - including SEND. They make permanent placements in Educational institutions across the region.
180 Borough High St, Bermondsey, London, SE1 1AP
+ 10 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.