The Bristol Recruitment Market in 2019! Here at Permanent People, we’ve been working with recruiters in the Bristol area for over 5 years. Towards the end of 2018, our South West team noticed a huge shift towards the demand for Delivery and Resourcer focused roles. As a lot of our clients have established candidate focused
Monday 5th August 2013 A nondescript day to many. To me, it was the first day I walked into a one-person office and started Permanent People. I’d come from a busy recruitment business, where there was always lots’ going on, and my previous 10 years had been a variety of frenzied busyness, as is normal
As Permanent People move closer to celebrating it’s 3rd year, the company is proud to announce the launch of it’s brand new London office. Specialising in the recruitment-to-recruitment (Rec2Rec) sector, nationally and internationally, the natural and exiting move in London is a progressive step for the business which currently has offices in Bristol and a Head
As part of Permanent People’s growth strategy for 2016, we are comprehensively expanding our client and candidate base internationally, and as such we are proud to working leading recruitment businesses across the globe. In particular, our team are working closely with an Executive Search firm who specialise in the Digital and Creative sector, who are
Today marks an exciting day in the history of Permanent People, as the company moves in to a brand new Head Office in the heart of Cardiff’s city centre. Being based in the prestigious Capital Tower, a landmark building overlooking many of Cardiff’s fantastic attractions, gives Permanent People the perfect location to continue it’s growth
Permanent People is delighted to announce the arrival of Sheli Barton, who joins the company as a Specialist Recruitment Consultant! Sheli brings with her nine years of recruitment experience from various disciplines including high street agency, regional recruitment, HR and internally for a global technology company. The concentration for Sheli will be to work on
Permanent People‘s newest recruit, William Bierrum, has had reason to celebrate this week when he graduated from UCL with a 2:1 in Anatomy, Cell and Developmental Biology. Will joined the company in August 2015 as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant and will initially be concentrating on working on Graduate/Trainee positions for Permanent People’s clients across the
August 5th 2013, not a date that immediately goes down in history for most people, but for me, it was the first day I walked into the office and started Permanent People. What do you do on your first day when you have no clients or candidates, no one knows who the business is and
Today, Permanent People are delighted to announce the opening of our brand new office in Bristol, located right at the heart of the city centre. From our HQ in South Wales, Permanent People have had great success dealing with recruiters and agencies within the South Wales market. This has lead onto thriving relationships with global
Permanent People, the national Rec2Rec, are delighted to announce that in the period of August to January this year versus the same last year, the company have shown a growth of 300%. This represents a remarkable achievement to the team and again underlines the growing reputation that the company works hard, day in, day out,
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Today, Permanent People turns 13.
Apparently, that means we’re now officially a teenager.
So, I’m expecting slightly more attitude, questionable fashion choices and for nobody to listen to a word I say.
When I started the business in 2013, I certainly didn’t have a detailed 13-year plan.
The aim was fairly simple: build a good recruitment business, work with people I liked and do things in a way that felt right.
Over the years, Permanent People has grown and changed more than I could have imagined.
We’ve gone from being predominantly UK-focused to placing recruiters across Europe, the USA, Australia, Asia, the Middle East and South Africa.
We’ve built relationships with more than hundreds of recruitment businesses.
We’ve helped recruiters move sectors, step into leadership roles, relocate across the world and, in some cases, completely change the direction of their lives.
We’ve also remained profitable in every year we’ve traded, including Covid and several recruitment markets that could politely be described as “character-building”.
And we’ve built a name and brand for ourselves beyond what I could ever imagined.
But the part I’m proudest of is the way we’ve grown.
We’re still a small, close-knit team.
We still care about getting the right outcome rather than simply making the quickest placement.
And we’ve never tried to become something we’re not.
A huge amount of the credit goes to @louisecooperreid, @loveshoes1981 and @beelong83 who have helped shape Permanent People into the business it is today.
There have been brilliant years, difficult years and a few months when I’ve refreshed the company bank account more often than was probably healthy.
But 13 years later, I still genuinely enjoy what we do.
I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has worked with us, trusted us with their career, introduced us to somebody or simply supported the business along the way.
Permanent People is now entering its teenage years.
Wish me luck.
p.s. Just had a placement confirmed for a recruiter in Houston, if you’d told me that 13 years ago I’d of questioned what you were drinking!
Aug 5
This morning we celebrate reaching a whopping 40,000 followers on LinkedIn - making Permanent People one of the most followed Rec2Rec’s in the world 🌍
Thanks to everyone who engages with us on a daily basis about the very best recruitment jobs on planet earth!!
#linkedin #followers #rec2rec #recruitment #recruiterlife
Jun 19
Today we celebrate PP turning 12 years old 🎈
Back in 2013 we opened the doors for the first time, and since then have gone on to become a company that recruits all over the world 🌎
We have an amazing team in place, and are super proud of what we’ve built over the years!!
Here’s to the next 12!!
#rec2rec #recruitment #recruitmentagency #recruiterlife #birthday #permpeople
Aug 5
🎉 Happy Birthday to our amazing colleague and friend Gemma Hill! 🎉
Gem, enjoy a well-earned break, some time off to celebrate - you deserve it!
You’re not just one of the most talented recruiters we’ve ever worked with (and we really mean that), but also one of the kindest, most caring and downright hilarious people to be around. A total workhorse when you’re in the zone, but always with people at the heart of everything you do - colleagues, clients, and candidates alike 💜
We’re so lucky to have you as a teammate and a friend. Have the best birthday! 🥂🎂🎉
#HappyBirthdayGemma #RecruiterGoals #Rec2Rec #Recruitment #recruitmentagency #recruiterlife #birthday #TeamGem 🎈
Jun 20
Introducing the recruitment guru’s that make up our talented Rec2Rec team here at Permanent People 👋
From the left we have our superstar red head Beth Long, the kindest soul and most meticulous recruiter. Beth manages our North England region and offers attentive and personalised support, making a huge impact on recruiters she works with 🐝⭐
Next we have our Amsterdam based Louise Reid, bringing energy, positivity and creative insights. Louise heads up our EU recruitment and has built an excellent reputation within the market, becoming the go to for expats and local recruiters 🌍🥳
Then the man himself, Paul Reid MIRP, our Founder and our Gandalf of recruitment. He’s the fountain of knowledge when it comes to local insights in London & International markets. Paul’s honest, adaptable and approachable style is why he’s thrived in over 20 years in recruitment 🧙🏻♂️🥇
Last but most definitely not least Gemma Hill Cert RP. Passion oozes from Gemma and you can’t help but be uplifted after speaking with her. Gemma’s impeccable track record, hilarious anecdotes and 5 star service is why she has become THE person to speak with in South Wales & West of England 🦄✨
You can reach out to any of our team for local tips to help you find the best recruitment role for you 🙌
#permpeople #rec2rec #meettheteam #recruitment #recruiters #recruiterlife #workfamily
Jun 4
Starting the week off with some fully remote, WFH recruitment options in the UK 🏠
If you’re an experienced, 360 Recruiter, get in touch with the PP Team today to discuss in more detail!
#rec2rec #recruitment #recruitmentagency #recruiterlife #recruitmentconsultant #WFH #remoteworking #UK
Mar 31
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Permanent People! 🎄✨
As the festive season is upon us, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our amazing clients and candidates 🌟
Thank you for trusting us with your journeys this year – whether it was finding the perfect role or the ideal addition to your team, we’ve been honoured to be part of your success.
Your support means the world to us, and we’re excited to continue building incredible futures together in 2025.
From all the team here at Permanent People Rec2Rec , we wish you a joyful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and happiness 🎁🎅
🎉 Here’s to a bright and prosperous New Year! 🎉
#MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #ThankYou #Rec2Rec #Recruitment #recruitmentagency #Christmas #recruiterlife #recruitmentconsultant
Dec 23
🎉 We’ve hit 30,000 followers! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of our journey so far. Your support, engagement, and trust mean the world to us. 🥰
This milestone is not just a number; it’s a reflection of the incredible connections we’ve built with candidates, clients, and industry professionals over the last 11 years. Here’s to continuing to grow, innovate, and make a positive impact together!
⭐Permanent People Rec2Rec ⭐
Thank you for being with us every step of the way 💼💪
#Recruitment #Milestone #ThankYou #30KFollowers #LinkedIn #rec2recagency #recruitmentagency #linkedinfollowers #local #global #recruiterlife
Dec 10
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