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Your Trusted Partner for HR Recruitment Solutions
Stangate HR is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated exclusively to placing HR and Digital Learning professionals. Our team comprises experienced recruiters with direct HR industry backgrounds, ensuring deep sector knowledge and understanding of evolving market trends. We prioritise transparency, integrity, and long-term relationships, avoiding practices that compromise candidate experience. With expertise spanning roles from HR Assistants to Group HR Directors, we serve clients across diverse sectors including technology, finance, and hospitality. Our customer-centric approach focuses on partnering with clients and candidates to deliver tailored recruitment solutions.

We operate without hierarchical structures, fostering collaboration and continuous professional development within our team. Our commercial strength lies in building sustainable business relationships grounded in trust and ethical practices. Stangate HR combines 16 years of industry experience with a commitment to adapting to the dynamic needs of the HR profession. We empower organisations by connecting them with top-tier talent while maintaining a focus on candidate development and client satisfaction. Our services extend across the UK, with dedicated teams in Milton Keynes, Cambridge, and Scotland.
Services
HR Assistant Recruitment LMS Administrator Placement Group HR Director Search Digital Learning Recruitment Talent Acquisition Support
Highlights and features
  • We specialise exclusively in HR and Digital Learning recruitment with 16 years of industry experience
  • Our team comprises former HR professionals with direct sector knowledge
  • We maintain transparency and integrity in all candidate and client interactions
  • We focus on long-term relationships rather than short-term sales targets
  • We operate across diverse sectors including technology, finance, and hospitality
Services
HR Assistant Recruitment
We specialise in placing skilled HR Assistants who provide essential administrative support to HR departments. Our candidates possess strong organisational skills and foundational HR knowledge. We match assistants to organisations based on cultural fit and specific operational requirements.
Group HR Director Search
Our executive search service identifies strategic HR leaders for multinational organisations. We target professionals with proven board-level experience and transformational leadership capabilities. Candidates demonstrate expertise in aligning HR strategy with business objectives across diverse industries.
Digital Learning Recruitment
We connect organisations with experts in digital learning technologies and LMS administration. Our candidates specialise in creating innovative training solutions for modern workplaces. We focus on technical proficiency and pedagogical understanding in all placements.
Talent Acquisition Support
Our consultancy service helps businesses develop effective talent acquisition strategies. We provide market insights and recruitment process optimisation while maintaining candidate experience standards. Our approach combines industry expertise with practical implementation support.
LMS Administrator Placement
We source technical specialists who manage learning management systems for corporate training departments. Candidates demonstrate expertise in system configuration and user support. Our placements ensure seamless implementation of digital learning platforms across organisations.
People
Paul McGilloway
Director
With 16 years in HR recruitment, Paul combines academic HR expertise with practical industry experience. He transitioned from academia to recruitment after recognising the sector's dynamic potential. Paul leads Stangate HR's strategic direction while maintaining hands-on client engagement.
Paul Withers
Director
Paul has 18 years' recruitment experience, specialising in HR since 2005. He established Stangate HR's Cambridge office after successful roles in FTSE 100 companies. His sector expertise spans technology, financial services, and professional sectors across Europe.
Michelle Milne
Director
With 20 years in recruitment, Michelle brings extensive experience from FTSE 100 agencies and boutique firms. She established her own agency before joining Stangate HR. Her background includes internal HR roles at top hospitality organisations, enhancing her recruitment expertise.
Questions
What HR roles do you specialise in?
We specialise in all HR roles from assistants to directors, plus digital learning and LMS specialists across various industries.
Which geographic areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with offices in Milton Keynes, Cambridge, and Scotland, serving clients across the UK and Europe.
How do you ensure quality placements?
Our HR-specialist recruiters use industry knowledge and networks to match candidates' skills with organisational needs precisely.
Can you help with urgent recruitment needs?
Yes, we prioritise timely delivery while maintaining our rigorous candidate assessment standards for urgent HR vacancies.
Do you work with both agencies and in-house teams?
We support both recruitment agencies and internal HR departments seeking permanent or contract HR professionals.