Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Recruitment Services for Public Sector & Not-for-Profit Organisations
Allen Lane has been connecting exceptional finance, HR, IT, legal & governance, and procurement talent with UK public sector and not-for-profit organisations since 2004. Our recruitment specialists deliver permanent, interim, executive search, and managed service solutions tailored to the unique needs of central government, local authorities, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and charitable organisations. With Crown Commercial Service and LGRP supplier accreditations, we combine deep sector knowledge with extensive networks to build teams that drive organisational success.Our proven track record includes delivering strategic hires for the Department for Work & Pensions, London Community Foundation, and NHS, supported by ISO 9001-certified quality management systems. We prioritise cultural alignment and technical excellence, ensuring candidates and clients achieve long-term compatibility and operational effectiveness.
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Interim Recruitment
Executive Search
Managed Service
Framework Solutions
Candidate Matching
CV Submission
Job Placement
Sector Specialisation
Talent Acquisition
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We've specialised in public sector recruitment since 2004 with Crown Commercial Service accreditation
- Our consultants maintain deep networks across finance, HR, IT, and legal disciplines
- We implement ISO 9001-certified quality management systems for candidate screening
- Our managed services combine interim talent with onsite delivery expertise since 2011
- We provide sector-specific executive search with Government Finance Function partnerships
Associations and certifications
- ISO 27001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
What people say
Excellent market knowledge
Seamless process
Proactive support
Sector expertise
Successful appointments
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Our permanent recruitment services identify and secure long-term professionals aligned with organisational culture and strategic objectives. We specialise in placing finance, HR, IT, legal, and procurement experts across public sector and not-for-profit organisations. Our rigorous vetting process ensures candidates meet technical requirements while complementing workplace environments.
Interim Recruitment
We provide agile interim recruitment solutions for project-based needs, maternity cover, and urgent vacancies. Our network delivers experienced professionals in finance, HR, and IT disciplines to maintain operational continuity during transitions. Clients benefit from rapid deployment of pre-vetted talent with sector-specific expertise.
Executive Search
Our executive search service targets senior leadership roles requiring strategic vision and sector experience. We access passive candidates through exclusive networks to fill director-level and C-suite positions across government departments and charitable organisations. This includes succession planning and diversity-focused leadership development.
Managed Service
We deliver comprehensive managed service programmes combining permanent and contingent labour frameworks. Our onsite teams provide end-to-end recruitment process outsourcing for large-scale transformations, annual accounts delivery, and IT modernisation projects across public sector clients.
Framework Solutions
As Crown Commercial Service and LGRP framework suppliers, we offer compliant recruitment solutions through pre-approved agreements. This streamlines procurement processes for public sector clients while ensuring cost-efficiency and adherence to regulatory standards.
People
Ben Tuckfield
Business Manager IT & Digital
Specialises in permanent IT recruitment across public sector with 8 years' experience. Former Morgan Hunt recruitment team leader with expertise in engineering and technology sectors.
Ed Stroud
Business Director
Leads permanent IT recruitment and government frameworks with 9 years' Morgan Hunt experience. Completed London Marathon fundraiser and holds public sector procurement expertise.
Lester Fernando
Business Director
Central government recruitment specialist with 20+ years' experience. Former Michael Page top performer and Government Project Management practice leader.
Beth Young
Business Director
Charity sector recruitment expert with 17 years' Allen Lane experience. Former interim finance division head with CRM implementation expertise.
Rosemary Pini
Business Manager
Charity finance recruitment specialist with 15+ years' public sector experience. Joined 2024 to expand executive permanent offerings in education and arts sectors.
Questions
What sectors does Allen Lane specialise in?
We focus on public sector and not-for-profit recruitment across finance, HR, IT & digital, legal & governance, and procurement disciplines.
How do I submit my CV for consideration?
Upload your CV through our website portal or email directly to our recruitment consultants with your sector preferences.
What recruitment services do you offer employers?
We provide permanent hiring, interim placements, executive search, and managed service solutions tailored to organisational needs.
Are your consultants specialists in their fields?
Yes, our consultants have 10+ years' experience in specific sectors like central government, healthcare, and charity recruitment.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We use ISO 9001-certified screening processes and sector-specific expertise to match technical skills with cultural fit.
Reviews (7)
De B.
Dec 30, 2021
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Recruitment and interview process/on-boarding was great. Timesheet and Expenses portal is poor (Expenses has never worked in over 6 months); response to queries is slow, especially when your contact doesn't work Fridays and the "info" email never responds. Xmas payroll hours are disappointing given that Friday 31st is a normal working day.
Dhanesh Urade
Nov 11, 2021
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Simon Winter is very good at what he does. He always brought roles that were interesting and gave me a lot of information about the employer and the role, interview techniques etc. I got an offer thanks to his hard work. Highly recommended.
Adam Walker
Jul 30, 2021
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After what felt like a promising start as a candidate for a role Allen Lane have been recruiting for (in fact according to their rep the manager for this role is also one of their placed people), my experience on the day of a planned interview has been between appalling and outright soul destroying. On my CV I disclose the fact I have a disability, I've done this with every CV and application since 2012 as my disability isn't immediately obvious (High Functioning Autism) and under the terms of the Equality Act 2010 it is a defence for employers/recruiters if they couldn't reasonably have known
Mervyna Thomas
Jul 25, 2021
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I am now on my second assignment with Allen Lane. I have been impressed with the breadth of roles on offer and the support I receive from John Sergeant has been excellent.
Chikomborero Kandemiiri
Dec 09, 2019
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I have been aware of Allen Lane for a while now but hadnt had any experience working with them until recently. I am working my current contract through them and they are fantastic! My consultant Scott is great, always available, open and honest regarding anything and everything you discuss, which is what a contractor needs. I couldnt fault him or the agency, would recommend to anyone for opportunities in and around London. I see myself working with them for the foreseeable future. Keep up the good work!
Patrice Elonge
Oct 28, 2019
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Allen Lane have been my agency of choice for many years. I have had roles with them for over 10 years. They are great at what they do, they engage actively with their clients and their contractors, and most importantly, they invest in building lasting relationships with their contractors. I highly recommend them.
Hanh Tran
Jun 28, 2019
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I am really impressed with Allen Lane and their consultants. Allen Lane always find me suitable work within the relevant sectors I like to work in to match up with my experience. They look after me well. I have enjoyed my roles which Allen Lane introduced and will continue to work through them. The Recruitment Consultants are very professional and look after their candidates. The Senior Consultant - Brooke Cooper who is specialist in NHS recruitment, works very hard to ensure that Allen Lane provides the best candidates for their clients and because of this, Allen Lane is always in demand to provide
