Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Liverpool
Established in 1999, we are a Liverpool-based recruitment agency dedicated to sourcing candidates who align with our clients' qualifications, experience, and cultural values. Our process begins with understanding your business environment and requirements, ensuring we present thoroughly vetted candidates through face-to-face or virtual interviews. We provide comprehensive interview notes alongside CVs, guaranteeing only suitable applicants are considered. With over two decades of experience, our success rate of 1 placement per 2.5 CVs submitted reflects our commitment to quality.We prioritise cultural fit as much as technical skills, reducing staff turnover by ensuring candidates align with your company's ethos. Detailed feedback is provided to all candidates post-interview, fostering positive experiences regardless of outcome. Our expertise spans Financial Services, Business & Consumer Sales, Marketing, Accountancy, and Engineering sectors. We serve clients nationwide, combining local market knowledge with national reach to deliver tailored recruitment solutions.
Services
Assignment Recruitment
Retainment-based Recruitment
Contingency Recruitment
Financial Services Recruitment
Business Sales Recruitment
Accountancy Payroll Recruitment
Marketing Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Bespoke Recruitment Solutions
Cultural Fit Assessment
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in specialist recruitment sectors.
- Our success rate is 1 placement per 2.5 CVs submitted.
- We conduct face-to-face interviews with all candidates before submission.
- 95% of our placements remain with clients after 12 months.
- We provide detailed feedback to all candidates post-interview.
Services
Assignment Recruitment
We deliver tailored recruitment solutions for specific projects or roles. Our process includes in-depth client consultation, candidate vetting, and cultural alignment assessments. Clients receive comprehensive interview notes alongside CVs, ensuring only qualified candidates are presented. This service guarantees time-to-hire efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
Contingency Recruitment
This service provides a continuous flow of pre-screened candidates for high-volume or ongoing recruitment needs. We maintain a success rate better than 2:1 from submission to placement. Ideal for roles requiring rapid turnaround, it eliminates the need for clients to sift through unsuitable applications while ensuring cultural and professional fit.
Financial Services Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for Asset & Wealth Management, Banking, and Insurance sectors. Our consultants understand niche market requirements, salary benchmarks, and compliance standards. We source candidates with technical expertise and cultural alignment, reducing turnover risks in regulated environments.
Accountancy Payroll Recruitment
We provide qualified accountants and payroll specialists across all levels. Our candidates undergo rigorous verification of technical skills and industry-specific experience. This service addresses both temporary and permanent staffing needs in public practice and corporate finance roles.
Cultural Fit Assessment
Our unique evaluation process measures candidate alignment with organisational values and team dynamics. Through structured interviews and scenario-based questioning, we identify personality traits and workplace behaviours. This reduces post-placement attrition by ensuring mutual compatibility between candidates and hiring companies.
Questions
What sectors does Knight Temple Recruitment specialise in?
We specialise in Financial Services, Business & Consumer Sales, Marketing, Accountancy, Payroll, and Engineering sectors across the UK.
How does Knight Temple ensure candidate quality?
All candidates undergo face-to-face interviews, reference checks, and cultural fit assessments before submission to clients.
What is the success rate for placements?
Our current success rate is better than 1 placement per 2.5 CVs submitted to clients.
Do you offer nationwide recruitment services?
Yes, while based in Liverpool, we provide recruitment solutions to clients throughout the United Kingdom.
How do you handle post-interview feedback?
We provide detailed feedback to all candidates, whether successful or not, to ensure a positive experience.
Reviews (6)
Kevin Paterson
Sep 21, 2021
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I have dealt with many recruiters throughout my career and it is rare that I can say, as in this case, that it was a pleasure, David at Knight Temple is in this very small club. David ascribes to old school professionalism coupled to new age technology and thinking. The process was thorough, fair and David kept me informed at every stage, something all-too-rare in this disposable, key-word-search driven industry. His experience is invaluable and ensured that I was in front of the right people, for the right position which is ultimately what every recruiter and potential recruit wants. I would recommend
B. Swft
Sep 13, 2021
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Can't recommend David Somerville highly enough - was always kept in the loop regarding the application (which was successful, and which was no doubt down to David's expertise and handling of the application process). Thanks again David!
Melissa Fiedel
Sep 11, 2021
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Its been an absolute pleasure dealing with David. He has helped find me my ideal role and has been with me every step of this journey. I cant recommend David enough. He deserves more than 5 stars
Geoffrey Taylor
Jun 06, 2021
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David was always available to help me through the process of joining another company. If he wasn't immediately available and I left a message, he was then quick to respond. Understanding the needs of his clients is the key and he works hard to understand the employer and the prospective employee. It has been a pleasure to deal with him and the company
Chloe Morris
May 27, 2021
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I dealt with David Somerville at Knight Temple Recruitment and I can easily say he is the best recruiter I have come across by a mile. He is super friendly, helpful and happy to help. He is a very good communicator and assisted me every step of the way of securing a new role. I would highly recommend him to anyone - thanks again David!
Laura Briggs
Mar 14, 2021
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David has been the best recruiter I've dealt with. He is extremely helpful, genuinely cares for your future and is really efficient. With David's guidance I had secured a trial shift within a day of an interview which then led to being offered the job. Even after securing the role, he is still happy to help. David makes you actually feel like an individual rather than a number and I am so grateful for all his help, care and advice.
