Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Surrey
Established in 1978, Halmer Recruit has built a reputation as a trusted independent staffing agency with over four decades of experience in delivering bespoke recruitment solutions. Our deep understanding of client needs, combined with a rigorous vetting process and HMRC-approved payroll systems, ensures we provide high-quality candidates across temporary, temp-to-perm, and permanent roles. With a focus on sectors including horticulture, finance, fire and security, and manufacturing, we combine local expertise with national reach to meet evolving hiring demands.Our 24-hour support service addresses urgent staffing needs, while our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters workplaces that value individuality. Backed by testimonials highlighting exceptional communication and candidate matching, we serve clients across Surrey, Hampshire, and beyond, maintaining a 4.7 Google rating from over 100 reviews.
Services
Temporary Staffing
Permanent Recruitment
Executive Search
Payroll Management
24/7 Emergency Hiring
Sector-Specific Recruitment
Candidate Vetting
Work-Finding Services
Compliance Management
Market Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of recruitment expertise across diverse industries
- Our rigorous vetting ensures fully compliant, high-quality candidate matches
- 24-hour support for urgent staffing requirements
- HMRC-approved payroll system guarantees fair treatment for all workers
- Personalised service with consultants specialising in specific business sectors
What people say
Brilliant communication
Quick response times
Professional consultants
Exceptional support
Perfect role matches
Services
Temporary Staffing
Our temporary staffing solutions provide flexible workforce options for businesses requiring short-term support. With rapid response times and pre-vetted candidates, we ensure seamless integration into your operations while maintaining full compliance with employment regulations. Clients benefit from reduced administrative burdens through our integrated payroll management system.
Permanent Recruitment
We specialise in identifying top-tier permanent talent through comprehensive candidate assessments and industry-specific expertise. Our consultants develop deep understanding of both client requirements and candidate aspirations to achieve lasting matches, supported by detailed market analysis and competitor benchmarking.
Executive Search
Our executive search service targets senior-level placements with strategic industry insights and an extensive professional network. We conduct thorough evaluations of leadership capabilities and cultural fit, ensuring executives align with organisational goals while maintaining our commitment to diversity and inclusion principles.
Payroll Management
We handle payroll processing through an HMRC-approved system that guarantees accurate, timely payments for all workers. This service includes tax compliance management and transparent reporting, reducing administrative burdens for clients while ensuring fair treatment for all temporary staff.
Sector-Specific Recruitment
Our consultants provide expert recruitment solutions tailored to specific industries including horticulture, finance, fire and security, and manufacturing. This specialisation allows for deeper understanding of sector-specific requirements, enabling more precise candidate matching and better long-term placement outcomes.
People
Nicola Vening
Managing Director
Nicola leads Halmer Recruit's strategic direction with extensive recruitment industry experience, ensuring the agency maintains its reputation for excellence while adapting to evolving market demands.
Chynna Jago
Consultant
Chynna specialises in manufacturing and industrial recruitment, consistently receiving client praise for her responsive communication and ability to match candidates with complex technical requirements.
Maria Shine
Consultant
Maria focuses on manufacturing and industrial placements, known for her proactive approach in understanding client needs and delivering qualified candidates promptly, even for last-minute requirements.
Chrissy Walsh
Consultant
Chrissy provides business support recruitment solutions, maintaining a reputation for exceptional candidate care and achieving successful placements through thorough preparation and follow-through.
Julie Rowe
Consultant
Julie specialises in accountancy and finance recruitment, building long-term client relationships through reliable service delivery and maintaining a deep understanding of sector-specific requirements.
Questions
What industries does Halmer specialise in?
We specialise in horticulture, accounts and finance, fire and security, manufacturing, business support, and travel sectors with dedicated consultants.
How quickly can you fill urgent staffing needs?
Our 24-hour support team can typically provide emergency staffing within hours, with pre-vetted candidates ready for immediate deployment.
What payroll protections do you offer workers?
We use an HMRC-approved payroll system ensuring timely payments and full compliance with employment regulations for all temporary staff.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We implement rigorous vetting processes including skills assessments, reference checks, and compliance verification before candidate placement.
Can you help with both temporary and permanent roles?
Yes, we provide comprehensive recruitment solutions for temporary, temp-to-perm, and permanent positions across all sectors we serve.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Surrey, Hampshire, London, Guildford, Epsom, and Ascot with nationwide capabilities through our extensive network.
Reviews (5)
Tahir Munir
Jan 31, 2022
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality
Like paying people as little as possible no matter how skilled the job is. Avoid
Like paying people as little as possible no matter how skilled the job is. Avoid
James BIlly
Sep 30, 2021
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Very friendly, very professional. Was about to loose my house at the end of next month and these guys have pulled me right out of trouble. And they are down to earth and friendly, can talk to them like your mate and be honest with what your looking for. theyll look after you. Nice one James, from james.
Zee Star
Sep 22, 2021
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Been dealing with Julie who would not stop messaging and leaving nasty unprofessional voicemails.. in one of them she is heard saying "oohh voicemail haha thats all i get from you" the attitude she has makes me wonder how she even has the job. Instead asking if im still interested in the offer and wait for my response she wont stop the harrassments. I will definitely take this higher i have all the voicemails and UNPROFESSIONAL text messages as evidence.
Af
Nov 29, 2020
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Applied for a role and got told I'd be starting the next day. Purchased appropriate clothing to then be emailed later in the day that start day had been delayed for a few days. It's been 2 weeks and still haven't heard anything despite role being advertised again this week. Suspect this is a ruse to get their registration numbers up. Not very professional...
Jade Haydock
Feb 21, 2018
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Fantastic company! Was helped Massively by Becci Campbell who I strongly recommend , made it stress free and no chasing needed, she helped make it a smooth sailing process , highly recommended
