Business Details
34 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services for Mature Talent in London
Established in 1992, Forties People has built a reputation as a recruitment agency dedicated to valuing skills over age. Our approach combines traditional consulting methods with proactive candidate engagement to ensure precise job matching. We prioritise understanding client requirements and utilise UK-wide resources to attract suitable talent, including reaching out to candidates not actively seeking roles. Our rigorous validation process assesses candidate motivation to ensure successful placements, reducing the risk of mid-process withdrawals. With a client base ranging from SMEs to large organisations, we offer tailored recruitment solutions for temporary, permanent, and contract positions.Our consultants bring extensive industry experience, adapting to modern candidate expectations while maintaining a focus on reliability and cultural fit. As part of the Peter Knight Recruitment Group since 2014, we leverage synergies across HR consultancy services to deliver cost-effective, integrated solutions. Our commitment to long-term client relationships positions us as an extension of your business, providing expert support aligned with your operational needs.
Services
Temporary Staff Recruitment
Permanent Staff Recruitment
Contract Staff Recruitment
HR Consultancy
Age-Inclusive Recruitment
Candidate Vetting
Cultural Fit Assessment
Technology Skills Recruitment
SME Support
PLC Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in age-inclusive recruitment since 1992
- Proactive candidate validation reduces placement failure risks
- Integrated HR consultancy services through Peter Knight Group
- Specialist consultants with industry-specific expertise across sectors
- Tailored solutions for SMEs, PLCs and charitable organisations
Services
Temporary Staff Recruitment
We specialise in sourcing temporary staff across various industries, ensuring quick turnaround without compromising quality. Our rigorous vetting process guarantees candidates meet both skill requirements and workplace culture. Clients benefit from flexible staffing solutions that adapt to fluctuating business needs while maintaining operational continuity.
Permanent Staff Recruitment
Our permanent recruitment service focuses on long-term placements through comprehensive candidate assessment. We conduct detailed career history analysis and motivation checks to ensure lasting matches. Employers receive curated shortlists of candidates whose expertise aligns precisely with their organisational goals and values.
Age-Inclusive Recruitment
Pioneering age-diverse hiring solutions that challenge stereotypes through skills-based matching. We connect employers with experienced professionals aged 40+, leveraging decades of industry knowledge. Our approach promotes workplace diversity while addressing skill shortages through underutilised talent pools.
HR Consultancy
Integrated HR advisory services covering talent acquisition strategies and workforce planning. We provide best practice guidance on employment law compliance and cultural development. Clients gain access to strategic solutions that enhance organisational effectiveness through optimised people management.
Candidate Vetting
Comprehensive candidate validation process including motivation assessment and career history verification. Our checks identify potential risks through detailed interviews and reference validation. Employers receive detailed reports on candidate suitability beyond standard employment checks.
People
Jacqy Jacobs
Founder
Founded Forties People in 1992 after experiencing age discrimination challenges. Pioneered age-inclusive recruitment practices that influenced 2006 Age Diversity laws. Recognised with the 'Age Diversity' award in 2001 for transformative industry contributions.
Questions
What makes Forties People different from other recruitment agencies?
We specialise in skills-based recruitment without age bias, combining 30+ years' experience with proactive candidate validation to ensure lasting placements.
Do you only work with older candidates?
While we champion mature workers, we place candidates of all ages who demonstrate the required experience and cultural fit for the role.
How do you ensure candidate suitability?
Our process includes motivation assessment, career history verification, and cultural fit analysis to reduce placement failure risks by 40%.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across London, the South East, and provide UK-wide recruitment solutions for both office-based and remote positions.
Can you help with specialist industry roles?
Our consultants have sector-specific expertise in technology, finance, healthcare, and more, ensuring precise matching for niche requirements.
What happens after a placement is made?
We provide post-placement support and maintain contact with both parties to ensure successful integration and address any early-stage concerns.
