Business Details
Trusted Data Recruitment Agency in the UK
KDR Recruitment has established itself as a leading data recruitment agency in the UK and USA, connecting top-tier talent in data, analytics, AI, and technology with forward-thinking companies. With over two decades of experience, our team specialises in solving recruitment challenges through a deep understanding of technical requirements and access to a pre-qualified candidate network. We prioritise market knowledge, technical expertise, and a consultative approach to align talent with strategic business goals. Our commitment to quality advice and services is reflected in our sector-specific expertise, which spans data engineering, analytics leadership, and AI roles.We focus on creating positive experiences for clients and candidates while maintaining a culture of knowledge-sharing, community support, and honest advice. Our dedicated account managers, career delivery teams, and sales professionals ensure clients receive tailored recruitment solutions backed by ongoing team training and industry insights. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner for organisations seeking to grow with the right talent and for professionals aiming to thrive in the right roles.
Services
Data Recruitment
Analytics Recruitment
Technology Recruitment
AI & Machine Learning Recruitment
Early Talent Solutions
Career Coaching
Market Insights
Team Building
Salary Benchmarking
Workforce Planning
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in data and technology recruitment.
- Our team specialises in sector-specific expertise across data, analytics, and AI.
- We offer tailored recruitment solutions backed by deep market insights.
- We provide access to a pre-qualified candidate network in niche sectors.
- Our consultative approach aligns talent with strategic business objectives.
What people say
Excellent choice
High quality candidates
Quick to respond
Saved time and hassle
Best agency
Services
Data Recruitment
We specialise in recruiting professionals for data engineering, governance, and management roles. Our candidates possess expertise in data architecture, quality assurance, and strategic implementation. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of evolving tech stacks and our ability to source talent for startups, consultancies, and enterprises.
Analytics Recruitment
Our analytics recruitment focuses on business intelligence, performance analysis, and data visualisation experts. We connect organisations with professionals skilled in Power BI, Tableau, and SQL to drive data-driven decision-making. Our candidates excel in transforming complex data into actionable insights for diverse industries.
Technology Recruitment
We provide vetted software engineers, DevOps specialists, and cloud architects for technology roles. Our candidates are assessed for technical proficiency and cultural fit across Python, JavaScript, and cloud infrastructure. Clients gain access to talent for scalable tech solutions in fintech, healthtech, and SaaS sectors.
AI & Machine Learning Recruitment
We recruit AI developers, machine learning engineers, and data scientists with expertise in natural language processing and applied AI. Our talent pool supports consultancies, insurance firms, and martech companies in building future-ready AI teams aligned with strategic innovation goals.
Early Talent Solutions
Our early talent programs identify promising data and tech professionals for entry-level roles. We partner with educational institutions and provide career guidance to bridge the skills gap. Employers gain access to motivated candidates with foundational expertise in emerging technologies and analytical methodologies.
People
Chris Bongard
Managing Director
Chris Bongard founded KDR Recruitment as a niche business intelligence specialist and has grown it into a global recruitment agency. He champions a culture of knowledge-sharing, community support, and honest advice while leading a team dedicated to connecting data professionals with strategic roles.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus exclusively on data, analytics, and technology recruitment, covering roles in data engineering, AI, software development, and business intelligence across the UK and USA.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous screening process evaluates technical expertise, cultural fit, and sector-specific knowledge. We prioritise candidates with proven experience in data governance, machine learning, and cloud infrastructure.
Can you help with urgent hiring needs?
Yes, our proven recruitment frameworks and pre-qualified candidate network enable rapid deployment for critical roles in analytics leadership and technology teams.
Do you work with startups and large enterprises?
We provide tailored solutions for both, from scaling tech teams in startups to implementing enterprise-wide data governance strategies with global corporations.
What makes you different from other agencies?
Our sector specialisation, 20+ years of experience, and consultative approach ensure we understand technical requirements and strategic objectives better than generalist recruiters.
Reviews (6)
Dylan Ahrens
Nov 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I worked with Steven Richardson @ KDR. He was amazing throughout the process. Always very diligent and handles each situation uniquely. Followed up with me before and after each interview and worked for me to the very end. It was a blessing working with Steven to find my new role at DataClymer!
I worked with Steven Richardson @ KDR. He was amazing throughout the process. Always very diligent and handles each situation uniquely. Followed up with me before and after each interview and worked for me to the very end. It was a blessing working with Steven to find my new role at DataClymer!
Rachel Yeomans
Apr 16, 2021
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Steven Richardson is by far the best recruiter I've ever worked with. Never in my career has an external recruiter been so communicative, supportive and transparent throughout the entire interview process. What I loved the most about working with him is that he truly cared about how the process was going from my perspective. He wanted to debrief after each milestone to ensure he was able to communicate my feedback back to the company in order to make sure everyone was on the same page. He was always professional and very empathetic to everyone's perspective. I couldn't recommend working with KDR
Joseph Cole
Mar 04, 2021
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Steven and the KDR team are top-notch, and that's an understatement. I'm sure one of the pain points as a recruiter is that when looking for the right candidate for an open position, you need to scour through hundreds of candidates to find the right fit. It's super time-consuming. Though, once you engage, it's not unusual for recruiters to go quiet - I guess you can call this ghosting or cat-fishing? This is where you find recruiters vs talent acquisition experts/professionals. Steven and his team are the pros; they understand that both the client and the candidate's experience are important
Gemma Morris
Feb 15, 2021
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I worked for KDR for 5 years and can honestly say I had a incredible time working form KDR. Through all the ups and down KDR has been more than just a job for me, the team are like a family and everyone really cares about each other. I've made friends for life at KDR and some amazing memories that will always stay with me. The managment really care about their staff, not just professionally but personally as well. When working for KDR you're not just another employee, you're a part of team all working towards the same goal. I would recommend KDR to anyone looking for a job in recruitment.
Manobharathi Manoharan
Nov 23, 2020
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I've worked with KDR for years with impressive recruitment consultants like Mike, Georgia. Georgia is one of the best as she helped me find a position in a reputed company with all her enthusiasm to answer any queries. However due to covid, I couldn't get onboard. She worked relentlessly to find me another suitable role. She helped me throughout the recruitment process keeping me updated with the progress. She also adds a little personal touch to make us feel confident and comfortable throughout the process. It was a pleasure working with her. Thank you Georgia!
Reece Harbour
Nov 16, 2020
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I have to say that without a doubt Oscar Brown of KDR is the best recruiter. Over the last three years I have worked with dozens of recruiters and I understand that there are those who just treat things like a sale they're making but on the other hand there are people like Oscar who keep you in the loop at all times, actually respects when you have preferred days/times or even formats for contacting, a man of his word! He managed to convince me with a role that I felt uncertain about with my ability and the location but he talked to the hiring personnel, struck a deal that worked perfectly for
