Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in the UK
Sammons Group stands as one of the UK's longest-standing independent, family-owned recruitment consultancies. Established in 1957, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality recruitment solutions across temporary, contract, and permanent roles. Acquired by Martyn and Harriet Smith in 2019, our growth strategy combines organic expansion with strategic acquisitions, including Brightred Resourcing Ltd and On Track Recruitment Ltd. Our purpose is to connect individuals with employers, bridging the gap between talent and opportunity. With deep sector expertise in finance, pensions, legal, IT, and more, we prioritise candidate and client satisfaction through tailored solutions.Our consultants offer unmatched expertise, integrity, and discretion, supported by a commitment to continuous improvement and technology adoption. A significant majority of our business stems from repeat clients and recommendations, reflecting our dedication to exceeding expectations. We foster enduring relationships through transparent communication, sector-specific market intelligence, and a socially responsible approach across five key sectors. Our culture values inclusivity, professional development, and environmental stewardship, ensuring we remain a trusted partner in recruitment.
Services
Temporary Recruitment
Executive Search
Permanent Placements
Contract Staffing
Pensions Recruitment
Legal Recruitment
IT Recruitment
Finance Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Market Intelligence
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of experience in recruitment consultancy.
- Our family-owned ethos ensures integrity and long-term client relationships.
- We specialise in sector-specific expertise across finance, pensions, and IT.
- Our forward-thinking approach leverages technology for efficient hiring.
- We prioritise candidate and client satisfaction through tailored solutions.
Associations and certifications
- APSCo
What people say
Quality workers
Excellent candidates
Efficient & professional
Prompt and timely
Specialist knowledge
Services
Temporary Recruitment
Our temporary recruitment solutions provide businesses with flexible staffing options tailored to short-term needs. We specialise in matching skilled professionals with organisations requiring interim support across sectors like finance, IT, and engineering. Our rigorous vetting process ensures candidates meet specific role requirements, allowing clients to maintain operational efficiency without long-term commitments. This service is ideal for covering absences, managing peak workloads, or testing potential permanent hires.
Executive Search
Executive search services focus on identifying and attracting senior-level talent for critical leadership positions. Our consultants leverage extensive networks and sector-specific knowledge to source candidates with proven track records in strategic decision-making and organisational growth. We conduct thorough market analysis and competitor benchmarking to present leaders who align with clients' cultural and operational goals, ensuring seamless integration and long-term success.
Permanent Placements
Permanent placement services connect employers with candidates seeking long-term career opportunities. We specialise in roles ranging from entry-level to director positions across finance, legal, pensions, and technical fields. Our process includes detailed job profiling, candidate screening, and cultural fit assessments to ensure lasting matches. Clients benefit from reduced hiring risks and access to a curated talent pool built over decades of industry experience.
Market Intelligence
Market intelligence services provide clients with actionable insights into industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitive landscapes. Our consultants utilise data from 65 years of recruitment activity to deliver reports on talent availability, skill shortages, and emerging opportunities. This information supports strategic workforce planning and helps organisations position themselves as employers of choice within their sectors.
Pensions Recruitment
Specialist pensions recruitment services cater to the unique demands of the pensions industry. We place professionals in roles spanning administration, compliance, investment management, and consultancy. Our team understands regulatory requirements and technical skill sets required for these positions, ensuring clients access experts who can navigate complex pension schemes and legislative frameworks effectively.
People
Harriet Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Harriet Smith co-acquired Sammons Group in 2019, driving strategic growth through acquisitions and technology integration. With extensive leadership experience, she focuses on expanding the company's market reach while maintaining its family-owned values.
Martyn Smith
Chairman
Martyn Smith, Chairman and co-owner, brings decades of industry expertise to Sammons. His leadership prioritises client relationships, operational excellence, and sustainable business practices, ensuring the company's continued relevance in a competitive market.
Sarah Bergin-McCarthy
Managing Director Pensions Office
Sarah Bergin-McCarthy leads the pensions division, combining sector-specific knowledge with strategic recruitment practices. Her team specialises in placing professionals who navigate complex pension schemes and regulatory environments effectively.
Joanne Whittington
Director Pensions Office
Joanne Whittington oversees pensions recruitment operations, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions from a pool of highly qualified professionals. Her expertise in pension scheme management enhances the division's ability to meet industry demands.
Ben Christensen
Associate Business Director Pensions Office
Ben Christensen supports business development within the pensions sector, leveraging his understanding of client needs and market dynamics to strengthen Sammons' position as a recruitment leader in this niche field.
Questions
What sectors does Sammons Recruitment Group specialise in?
We specialise in finance, pensions, legal, IT, engineering, and other sectors requiring niche expertise, ensuring tailored recruitment solutions for both candidates and employers.
How does Sammons ensure quality candidate matches?
Our consultants use rigorous vetting processes, sector-specific market intelligence, and detailed job profiling to ensure candidates align with clients' cultural and operational requirements.
Do you offer recruitment services outside the UK?
While our primary focus is the UK market, our extensive network and experience allow us to support international recruitment needs through strategic partnerships.
What support do you provide for candidates?
We offer CV guidance, interview preparation, and career advice, leveraging our industry expertise to help candidates secure roles matching their skills and aspirations.
How does Sammons handle executive-level recruitment?
Our executive search service utilises targeted outreach, competitor analysis, and leadership assessments to identify senior professionals who align with strategic organisational goals.
Are there opportunities for career development within Sammons?
We prioritise internal growth, offering staff professional qualifications, mentorship programs, and a culture of continuous learning to support long-term career progression.
Reviews (2)
Qype User RosieL
Aug 16, 2013
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This review is for the London branch. I submitted my CV for one of their vacancies and one of their consultants phoned me the next day. She was pleasant at first, but when she discovered I had been temping as a receptionist to earn money while unemployed she said this spoilt my CV so she was no longer able to help me. This was extremely rude but also their website says they recruit for receptionists anyway, so what does Sammons have against them? I am a secretary anyway so it is not as if the work was unrelated. Not a good first impression. She said she would phone back the next day, but of course
Qype User Wizz
Oct 28, 2011
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I found the service arrogant and negligent, and was deeply disappointed by the lack of professionalism I encountered.
