Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in New Milton
Established in 2005, Richards Recruitment has built a reputation as a trusted staffing agency dedicated to connecting employers with skilled candidates and job seekers with rewarding opportunities. Our approach combines deep industry expertise with a rigorous selection process to ensure candidates match employers' specific needs in terms of skills, attitude, and commitment. With a team of experienced consultants, we specialise in temporary and permanent placements across the UK, supported by a 24/7 availability to address client needs promptly. Our services extend to security and event staffing, leveraging over 50 years of combined management experience in crowd control and safety operations. We prioritise long-term relationships with clients, underpinned by transparency, reliability, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.Our rigorous candidate screening ensures only competent professionals are placed, whether for short-term roles or permanent positions. Headquartered in New Milton, Hampshire, we serve diverse industries nationwide while maintaining a personal touch that distinguishes us from larger competitors. Our team includes specialists in recruitment, security management, and business development, all dedicated to understanding client challenges and providing tailored solutions. We actively invest in staff training and professional development, ensuring our consultants remain at the forefront of industry best practices. This dedication to excellence has made us a preferred partner for businesses seeking dependable staffing solutions and career-focused job seekers.
Services
Temporary Employment
Security Services
Event Staffing
Permanent Placements
Candidate Screening
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of recruitment expertise from our leadership team
- 24/7 availability for urgent staffing requirements
- Rigorous candidate screening process ensuring reliable placements
- Dual expertise in recruitment and security services
- Personalised approach to matching candidates with employer needs
Associations and certifications
- UK Crowd Management Association
Services
Temporary Employment
We provide pre-vetted temporary staff for short-term business needs across various industries. Our candidates undergo rigorous screening to ensure reliability and competence. Employers benefit from flexible staffing solutions without compromising on quality or safety standards.
Security Services
Our SIA-licensed security personnel deliver comprehensive safety solutions for events and commercial premises. Services include crowd management, CCTV monitoring, and static guarding. With 50+ years of collective experience, our team ensures client safety and regulatory compliance.
Candidate Screening
We implement thorough vetting processes including interviews, reference checks, and skills assessments. This ensures only qualified candidates enter our database. Employers receive detailed profiles matching their specific job requirements and company culture.
Permanent Placements
We specialise in long-term recruitment solutions by aligning candidates' career aspirations with employer needs. Our consultants provide ongoing support throughout the hiring process. Clients benefit from reduced recruitment time and improved employee retention rates.
Event Staffing
Our experienced team provides stewards and security personnel for festivals, corporate events, and public gatherings. We handle staffing requirements from small local events to large-scale national festivals. All staff receive specific event safety training.
People
Susan Richards
Managing Director
With 40+ years in recruitment and 22 in events, Susan leads with hands-on expertise. She prioritises staff development and client relationships, ensuring innovative solutions for business challenges while maintaining 24/7 availability.
James Holzherr
Business Development Director
Bringing 21 years of business development experience, James focuses on perfect candidate-client matching. His no-nonsense approach and 24/7 commitment ensure clients receive tailored staffing solutions aligned with their operational needs.
Richard Trinder
Consultant
As an experienced event manager with security industry expertise since 1993, Richard specialises in safety coordination. His practical problem-solving skills and SIA qualifications make him indispensable for event security operations.
Jelena Coulter
Business Development
Joining in 2023, Jelena combines business development with project management expertise. Her focus on bespoke solutions and SIA training ensures clients receive strategic staffing advice grounded in operational realities.
Margaret Holzherr
Accounts & Payroll
With e-commerce and financial compliance expertise, Mags manages all accounting functions. She ensures HMRC compliance, handles payroll operations, and provides financial analysis support to directors for informed decision-making.
Questions
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide temporary and permanent staffing solutions across multiple industries, including security and event staffing services.
How do you vet your candidates?
Our rigorous process includes interviews, reference checks, skills assessments, and SIA licensing verification for security roles.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency staffing?
Yes, our directors are available 24 hours a day to address urgent staffing requirements.
What security services are available?
We offer crowd control, static guarding, CCTV monitoring, and event stewarding services nationwide.
How quickly can you fill a vacancy?
Our average placement time is 24-48 hours, depending on the role's complexity and requirements.
Do you operate outside Hampshire?
Yes, we provide staffing solutions across the UK, with a particular focus on event security nationwide.
Reviews (3)
Dave Roughton
Sep 19, 2014
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One of the best companies out there to work for, Kevin D'Arcy is one of the most respected men in the events industry.
Karl Goold-Ainsworth
Sep 19, 2014
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I worked with Richards events for around 5 years and it's the best job I ever had. Getting to work at and experience some of the best events. I would recommend it to anyone
Linda Green
Jul 07, 2014
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Have worked with Richards Recruitment for several years now and can not recommend highly enough. They listen to the brief and deliver every time and always seem to come up with the people even at the last minute. Excellent agency with exceptional people! Linda Green, Green Brothers Removals and Storage
