Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Wokingham
At Austin Clark Recruitment, we bring over three decades of industry expertise to deliver tailored staffing solutions. Founded in 2008 by Joanna Austin, our approach prioritises personal connections, ensuring we understand both client requirements and candidate aspirations beyond mere skill matching. We specialise in permanent and contract roles across Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire, covering sectors such as administration, finance, IT, sales, and logistics. Our flexible candidate registration accommodates busy schedules, and our local knowledge stems from deep roots in the Wokingham community.With a career spanning estate agency, aviation, and recruitment management, we combine diverse experience with a commitment to transparency and client-centric service. Our teams dedication to excellence is reflected in our numerous positive testimonials, highlighting swift placements and professional support. By maintaining an approachable, down-to-earth ethos, we aim to build lasting relationships that extend beyond transactional interactions. Our focus remains on delivering results through integrity, adaptability, and a keen understanding of regional market dynamics.
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Contract Staffing
Administration Roles
Sales Vacancies
IT Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of recruitment expertise across diverse sectors
- Our approach prioritises understanding client and candidate needs beyond skill matching
- We specialise in permanent and contract roles within Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire
- Flexible registration accommodates non-traditional working hours
- Positive testimonials highlight swift placements and professional support
What people say
Positive experience
Highly recommend
Professional service
Friendly team
Helped find desired job
Services
Permanent Recruitment
We specialise in matching candidates with permanent roles across multiple sectors. Our in-depth understanding of local market dynamics enables strategic placements that align with long-term career goals and business needs. By prioritising cultural fit alongside skill sets, we ensure lasting successful partnerships between employers and employees.
Contract Staffing
Our contract recruitment solutions provide flexible workforce options for businesses with fluctuating demands. We maintain a diverse pool of pre-vetted professionals across administration, finance, and technical fields, ensuring rapid deployment of qualified personnel to meet short-term project requirements or staffing gaps.
Sales Recruitment
We connect sales professionals with opportunities ranging from entry-level positions to management roles. Our sector-specific knowledge spans retail, B2B, and digital sales environments, with recent placements including a Sales Project Specialist position offering 40,00042,000 in Wokingham.
IT Recruitment
We source qualified IT professionals for permanent and contract roles across software development, network management, and technical support specialisms. Our candidates possess up-to-date certifications and experience tailored to modern technology challenges faced by local businesses.
Finance Recruitment
Our finance recruitment covers accounts payable/receivable, payroll management, and financial analysis positions. We place candidates with proven expertise in popular accounting software packages and regulatory compliance frameworks relevant to Berkshire-based organisations.
People
Joanna Austin
Founder & Consultant
With over 30 years' recruitment experience, including managing Blue Arrow's Wokingham branch, Joanna established Austin Clark Recruitment in 2008. Her career spans estate agency, aviation recruitment, and corporate management. She combines deep local knowledge with sector-specific expertise to deliver strategic staffing solutions.
Questions
Which sectors do you specialise in?
We recruit across administration, finance, sales, IT, HR, logistics, marketing, and management roles in Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire.
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide permanent placements, contract staffing, and flexible candidate registration outside standard office hours.
How do you support job seekers differently?
We focus on understanding individual aspirations and local market dynamics to create meaningful, long-term matches.
Which areas do you cover?
Our primary service areas include Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire, with a strong focus on Wokingham and Reading.
What experience does the team have?
Joanna Austin has over 30 years in recruitment, previously managing Blue Arrow's Wokingham branch and international aviation roles.
How quickly can you assist with placements?
Many candidates secure interviews within a week, with testimonials highlighting swift, efficient processes and interview preparation support.
Reviews (5)
Jacob Dane
Nov 15, 2020
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Jo and Steph were both very helpful in helping me with my job search and finding a role that was right for me.
Im now very thankful to be settling into a role within a company thats proving to be a great fit! Thank you ladies.
Im now very thankful to be settling into a role within a company thats proving to be a great fit! Thank you ladies.
Tanya Little
Nov 04, 2019
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Stephanie has been so helpful and is so down to earth, I felt totally comfortable when we spoke for the first time, and due to her understanding exactly what I was looking for (a mum returning to full time work after 2 years working part time for a food retailer I have now found the perfect Job. I cannot wait to start my new role and would urge anyone looking for work to contact Austin Clark. Thank you so much Stephanie!
Sian Banfield
Nov 04, 2019
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Highly recommend Austin Clark Recruitment, Stephanie & Jo are so lovely, they supported me and made my job search so much easier and I am so happy with the end result. Thank you!
Sinead Taggart
Jul 12, 2019
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So thankful to Stephanie at Austin Clarke for helping me secure a new better job!! So so helpful and on the ball! Couldnt have done it without all her help and advice! Thank you!
Katie Dumbrell
Jun 09, 2019
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Would just like to thank Steph and Jo for helping me secure my new role. These ladies are amazing and the service they provide to candidates is great and so refreshing. Thank you ladies, can't thank you enough.
