Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Solutions for Businesses and Candidates
Established in 2007, K E S Solutions UK has built a reputation as a trusted recruitment partner across the UK. Our proactive approach and commitment to honesty, innovation, and results distinguish us in a competitive market. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and interim recruitment solutions, tailoring our services to align with clients' unique business cultures and values. With a dedicated account manager for each client, we prioritise understanding organisational needs to source candidates who match both technical requirements and cultural fit. Our focus on meaningful relationships ensures clients benefit from time-saving, cost-effective solutions while maintaining the highest service standards.We continuously adapt to evolving talent markets, leveraging feedback and advanced tools like psychometric testing to deliver measurable value. Our expansion beyond the North East to North Yorkshire, the Midlands, and Southern England reflects our growing influence and client satisfaction. By avoiding standardised approaches, we ensure our services evolve with client needs, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and expertise.
Services
IT Recruitment
Accountancy & Finance Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Executive Search
Scientific Recruitment
Manufacturing Recruitment
Warehouse & Distribution Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored recruitment solutions aligned with your business culture.
- Our dedicated account managers ensure deep understanding of client needs.
- We prioritise candidate quality over CV matching through cultural alignment.
- We provide cost-effective services without compromising on quality or integrity.
- Our innovative use of psychometric testing enhances candidate suitability assessments.
What people say
Very professional and personal service
Prompt communications and personable staff
High-quality personnel supplied consistently
Effective and efficient recruitment process
Second-to-none personal service
Services
IT Recruitment
We specialise in sourcing skilled IT professionals for permanent and temporary roles. Our candidates possess expertise in software development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management. By understanding clients' technical requirements and team dynamics, we ensure seamless integration of IT specialists who drive innovation and operational efficiency.
Accountancy & Finance Recruitment
Our finance recruitment service connects businesses with qualified accountants and financial analysts. We focus on candidates' technical proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. By aligning candidates with clients' corporate cultures, we ensure long-term placements that enhance financial operations and strategic decision-making.
Engineering Recruitment
We provide engineering professionals across mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines. Our candidates demonstrate hands-on technical skills and project management capabilities. Through dedicated account management, we match engineers to roles requiring precision, innovation, and adherence to industry-specific standards.
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies senior leaders with strategic vision and industry expertise. We conduct thorough assessments of leadership qualities, cultural fit, and business acumen. This ensures clients secure executives who drive organisational growth and maintain competitive advantage in their sectors.
Scientific Recruitment
We specialise in placing scientists and researchers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and environmental sectors. Our candidates possess advanced degrees and laboratory expertise. By understanding complex research requirements, we ensure placements that advance scientific innovation and project success for clients.
People
Kelly Swann
Managing Director
Founded K E S Solutions UK in 2007 after 5 years in recruitment leadership roles. She champions honest practices and high standards, driving the company's exponential growth through client-centric values.
Peter Thynne
Resource Team Manager
Joined KES in 2021 with 15 years' experience in sub-prime finance and team management. He applies transferable skills to optimise resource allocation and candidate-client matching processes.
Heather Croft
Senior Recruitment Consultant
With 11 years in recruitment and a business management degree, she specialises in candidate development and client relationship management, ensuring precise role-candidate alignment.
Vanessa Carline
Business Development Manager
Brings 13 years' industrial recruitment experience and a communication degree to expand KES's client base, focusing on temporary staffing solutions and business growth strategies.
Gail Hudson
Administrator
Manages branch administration and payroll with 4 years' recruitment support experience, ensuring smooth operational processes and candidate documentation accuracy.
Questions
What sectors does KES Solutions UK specialise in?
We specialise in IT, accountancy, engineering, manufacturing, scientific, executive search, and warehouse recruitment, providing tailored solutions across the UK.
How does KES Solutions UK ensure candidate quality?
We focus on cultural alignment and values, using psychometric testing and in-depth understanding of client needs rather than relying solely on CVs.
What regions does KES Solutions UK operate in?
We operate nationwide, with strong presence in the North East, North Yorkshire, the Midlands, and Southern England.
How does KES Solutions UK support businesses?
We save time and costs by managing recruitment processes, offering flexible staffing solutions, and providing dedicated account management for tailored services.
What makes KES Solutions UK different from other agencies?
Our proactive approach, cultural alignment focus, and commitment to long-term partnerships set us apart through honesty and innovation.
Reviews (7)
Lee Milner
Dec 21, 2021
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Best agency I've ever worked for staff are so polite and always willing to help they had me in work with in a couple of days of signing up to them couldn't of asked for anything better highly recommended and a big thank you to Andrea because I wouldn't be where I am today if she never gave me as much help as she has highly recommended to work with
William Allinson
Aug 09, 2021
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KES solutions are the best agency Ive dealt with by a mile. I cannot praise them high enough for their approachable manner and total professionalism from the moment you contact the secretary to dealing with Mathew. Nothing is too much trouble and they make you feel comfortable. Im very impressed and wouldnt hesitate to recommend them to anyone else.
Thomas Harrison
May 30, 2021
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I worked for KES solutions for 14months and had no issues the staff are top class highly recommended to anyone plus I would like the thank cheryl Mowbray for all she did for me she goes above and beyond to help if she can
Mark Atkinson
May 24, 2021
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Great agency to work for. They found me employment when needed during covid and I now have a contract with the company.
Cheryl was great and phoned me often to see how I was getting on. Any problems I had where resolved by Cheryl and the other members at KES solutions.
Cheryl was great and phoned me often to see how I was getting on. Any problems I had where resolved by Cheryl and the other members at KES solutions.
Lloyd Dixon
May 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
This agency has got to be the best agency Ive worked for not only do they find you work but they actually care about there employees aswell Im now starting my full time contract and its all credit to them thanks Kess you have been a life changer for me keep up the good work
This agency has got to be the best agency Ive worked for not only do they find you work but they actually care about there employees aswell Im now starting my full time contract and its all credit to them thanks Kess you have been a life changer for me keep up the good work
Toni Kernan
May 14, 2021
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Would just like to say a few words, I am overwhelmed with the opportunity your company have given me. I would I like to say a massive thankyou to linzi Smith and her manager nikki, very informative, kind and very good at their job. Highly recommended, gave me confidence back made it clear they are there to help and not judge. I would love it if this is recognised and more people like me get to experience inductions with amazing people. Many thanks toni Kernan
Adesua Eichie
Apr 12, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Best agency I have worked with. Elaine makes communication easy and most importantly she is very understanding especially when the distance to the organisation is far from you. I recommend KES Solutions always.
Best agency I have worked with. Elaine makes communication easy and most importantly she is very understanding especially when the distance to the organisation is far from you. I recommend KES Solutions always.
