Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in London
Established in 2003, Cedar Recruitment is a privately owned specialist recruitment consultancy delivering tailored talent solutions across Finance, Tax, Change & Transformation, Procurement, and Public Sector & Not-for-Profit sectors. Our approach combines decades of industry expertise with robust networks to connect clients with high-calibre professionals, from entry-level to board appointments. We prioritise honesty, transparency, and long-term relationships, acting as brand ambassadors for clients while ensuring cultural alignment. With a focus on listening to client needs, our 'Listen.Advise. Deliver.' methodology ensures precise candidate matching and timely results. Operating internationally, we serve private, public, and not-for-profit organisations, offering both permanent and interim recruitment solutions. Our consultative approach has earned 99% positive feedback from clients and candidates, supported by a GDPR-compliant database of 75,000 active candidates. We host corporate events to strengthen client relationships and maintain our reputation as a trusted partner in talent acquisition.
Services
Accountancy Recruitment
Tax Recruitment
Procurement Recruitment
Change Management
Public Sector Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in finance recruitment across SMEs and blue-chip companies.
- Our consultative 'Listen. Advise. Deliver' approach ensures precise candidate-client cultural alignment.
- 99% positive feedback rating from clients and candidates since 2003.
- Extensive network covering UK, Europe and international markets for rapid placements.
- Specialist teams in Procurement, Tax and Change & Transformation since 2016.
What people say
High-quality candidates
Proactive recruiter
Successful placements
Transparent process
Industry expertise
Services
Accountancy Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for finance professionals across all levels, from qualified accountants to CFO roles. We serve commerce, financial services and public sector clients globally. Our 20+ years' expertise ensures precise matching of technical skills and cultural fit for both permanent and interim appointments.
Procurement Recruitment
Targeted talent acquisition for procurement specialists since 2016. We connect commerce and public sector organisations with strategic sourcing professionals across the UK and Europe. Our deep market knowledge ensures rapid placement of candidates with proven cost-saving and operational improvement track records.
Change Management
Specialist recruitment for change & transformation roles requiring strategic leadership. We source experts in business process reengineering, digital transformation and organisational change across diverse industries. Our candidates deliver measurable improvements in operational efficiency and business performance.
Public Sector Recruitment
Tailored recruitment solutions for public sector and not-for-profit organisations. We understand the unique requirements of these sectors, placing professionals who balance commercial acumen with public service values. Our Crown Commercial Service framework accreditation ensures compliant procurement processes.
Interim Management
Rapid deployment of senior interim professionals for critical assignments. We supply experienced finance directors, procurement leads and transformation experts for short-term roles requiring immediate impact. Our candidates provide strategic continuity during periods of transition or organisational change.
People
Howard Bentwood
CEO
Founder and CEO since 2003, Howard Bentwood established Cedar Recruitment as a specialist consultancy with a focus on relationship-driven talent solutions. His leadership has grown the business into an internationally recognised recruitment partner.
Questions
What sectors does Cedar Recruitment specialise in?
We specialise in Finance, Tax, Procurement, Change & Transformation, and Public Sector & Not-for-Profit recruitment across the UK and internationally.
How quickly can Cedar fill urgent roles?
Our targeted market mapping placed two critical roles for Pest Control Partnerships within a week, demonstrating our rapid response capability for urgent hiring needs.
Do you work with both candidates and employers?
Yes, we support candidates with career progression while helping employers build high-performing teams through precise talent matching and cultural alignment.
Are your recruitment services compliant with public sector requirements?
Yes, we're appointed to the Crown Commercial Service LVPS Framework RM6237 for compliant recruitment services in the public sector.
What makes Cedar different from other recruitment agencies?
Our consultative 'Listen. Advise. Deliver' approach combines sector-specific expertise with long-term relationship building to ensure lasting, value-added appointments.
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Mark Smith
Jan 21, 2020
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First class recruiter. Excellent invoice portal and very prompt on payments. Hope to work with you again soon.
