Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Reading
Established in 2016, Howard Finley is a specialist recruitment agency delivering tailored staffing solutions across Technology, Engineering, Construction, and Healthcare sectors. Our consultants combine regional expertise with a commitment to core values including honesty, innovation, and accountability. We focus on connecting high-quality professionals with organisations aligned to their ambitions, leveraging 15 years of IT recruitment experience and 12 years in Healthcare.Our services include contingency recruitment, executive search, and recruitment process outsourcing, supported by advanced candidate sourcing tools. We prioritise client and candidate satisfaction through personalised service, industry insights, and continuous investment in consultant training and development.
Services
Technology Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Construction Recruitment
Healthcare Recruitment
Executive Search
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We have 15 years of experience in IT recruitment with a proven track record.
- Our executive search leverages market experience and senior industry networks.
- We offer recruitment process outsourcing to streamline your hiring needs.
- Our contingency recruitment ensures fast, flexible responses to urgent requirements.
- Founded in 2016, we combine local expertise with nationwide reach.
What people say
Most professional
Saved us future costs
Highly recommend
Perfect job match
Excellent service
Services
Technology Recruitment
We specialise in placing IT professionals into permanent and contract roles across software development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. Our consultants provide regional expertise and market intelligence to connect candidates with growing tech companies. With 15 years of sector experience, we deliver tailored solutions for roles ranging from developers to IT directors.
Engineering Recruitment
Our engineering recruitment covers aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors, offering roles in design, maintenance, and project management. Consultants provide local market insights and access to pre-screened candidates. We focus on building long-term relationships with clients and professionals to ensure precise skill and culture matching.
Construction Recruitment
We supply skilled construction professionals for mechanical, electrical, and building services roles. Our rapid response service meets urgent staffing needs while maintaining quality standards. With a ready pool of pre-vetted candidates, we support both short-term projects and permanent hires across the UK construction industry.
Healthcare Recruitment
Specialising in nursing and care roles, we connect healthcare providers with qualified professionals nationwide. Our team understands sector-specific requirements and compliance standards. With 12 years of experience, we offer tailored staffing solutions for care homes, hospitals, and community health organisations.
Executive Search
Our executive search identifies senior professionals through industry networks and targeted outreach. We focus on matching leadership capabilities with organisational culture. This service combines market intelligence with rigorous candidate assessment to fill C-suite, director, and specialist roles across all our sectors.
Questions
What sectors does Howard Finley specialise in?
We specialise in Technology, Engineering, Construction, and Healthcare recruitment, with dedicated consultants for each sector.
How do you ensure quality candidate matches?
Our consultants conduct detailed briefings, use pre-screening processes, and leverage sector-specific expertise to align skills with client needs.
Can you help with urgent staffing requirements?
Yes, our contingency recruitment service provides rapid responses for immediate hiring needs while maintaining quality standards.
Do you offer permanent and contract roles?
We provide both permanent placement and contract staffing solutions across all our specialist sectors.
How do you support candidate career development?
We offer market insights, interview preparation, and access to unadvertised opportunities to advance professionals' careers.
Reviews (5)
Dianne Morton
Oct 21, 2021
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I was contacted by a lovely gentleman called Alistair who has my CV from indeed & asked if I was still looking for a new job. He was very professional & absolutely brilliant in finding me this job. Nothing was too much trouble for Alistair. He kept me updated & sorted out interviews ( phone & face to face ). I got the job & love every minute here. I would highly recommend anybody who is looking for a job in care to give these guys a call. I've recommend 2 of my friends to Alistair who has contacted them to arrange interviews
Dean Stack
Jul 12, 2021
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I was employed by this
agency for several months, i am now leaving them, as have been offered a permenant role. I have to say this is an agency that stands out ..very profesional, and stuck to there word to the letter.. I would highly recomend them for employers and employees. If i fall out of work again you will be the first people i ring. Many thanks for all your efforts keeping me employed , and all the best
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agency for several months, i am now leaving them, as have been offered a permenant role. I have to say this is an agency that stands out ..very profesional, and stuck to there word to the letter.. I would highly recomend them for employers and employees. If i fall out of work again you will be the first people i ring. Many thanks for all your efforts keeping me employed , and all the best
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Matilda Mcleish
Mar 22, 2021
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I had the delightful experience of dealing with Alister :) now finding a new job can be a hard and stressful time however my experience with Howard Finley care made not only finding a job but the transition of moving jobs smooth and relaxing with constant reassurance and checking in from Alister I have managed to move to a better suited job with much more opportunities for further progression! There was no stress and no pressure from Alister everything was planned around me and what I was looking for. I would recommend using the service if you are wanting to fine a new job role! I will 100% be
Eunice Trail
Feb 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Clint was very helpful and understanding to my work situation, he was honest and gave me gave me quality advise on how to secure work with my new career and job. I am looking forward to working with him and the team in the coming weeks. Jcdclarke.
Clint was very helpful and understanding to my work situation, he was honest and gave me gave me quality advise on how to secure work with my new career and job. I am looking forward to working with him and the team in the coming weeks. Jcdclarke.
Austin Kemp
Nov 15, 2019
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Howard Finley as a company is a great place to start your career from. Its got a lively work culture, unique benefits, and some really smart folks working.
