Reed Specialist Recruitment

Reed Specialist Recruitment Reed's London office recruits for a variety of roles across 20 specialist sectors, helping find

Reed is the largest family-run recruitment business in the world and we’ve been improving lives through work since 1960. We have the UK's largest candidate database, expertise in 20 specialist sectors and offer the longest guarantees on the market. We’re a pioneer of specialist recruitment services and our experts work with more than 30,000 organisations in the UK to fill their temporary, permanen

t and interim positions. For more information on our services, jobs and industry insight, visit Reed.com

04/08/2026

🔗Download a free copy of our eBook, ‘Remote interviews – The ultimate guide’ via the link in our bio.

📹Are video interviews helping or hindering young people entering the workforce?

Speaking on a careers podcast last week, Prime Minister Andy Burnham suggested that video interviews can fail to capture the personality, passion and potential of young people.

Reed want to help you remove those assumptions.

Our free eBook, ‘Remote interviews - The ultimate guide’, provides everything you need to conduct successful remote interviews.

From adapting to a virtual format and choosing the right software and technology, to making a strong first impression, it offers practical advice to help both interviewers and candidates get the most out of the process.

03/08/2026

Are you exhausting resources trying to build every system from scratch?

What if the fastest route to scale isn't creating something entirely new, but taking a proven playbook and executing it better than anyone else?

In the latest episode of all about business, James sits down with Jake Wilmot-Sitwell, Co-Founder & COO of Sandbox VR UK, to uncover how the business has scaled immersive VR experiences across the UK and Ireland after raising £10m in capital.

Jake shares:
✅ Why they chose a master franchise model to remove technology development risk
✅ How they evolved from flagship venues to lean, plug-and-play concession hubs
✅ Frameworks for maximising yield per square foot
✅ Lessons on scaling a frontline workforce
✅ The power of partnerships with brands like Netflix to drive growth

A fascinating conversation on scaling smarter, reducing risk, and focusing on operational excellence.

🎧 Listen or watch now on Reed.com or wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/4pPUmAZ

📣Prime Minister Andy Burnham yesterday unveiled new social care reform proposals, following decades of much-needed calls...
30/07/2026

📣Prime Minister Andy Burnham yesterday unveiled new social care reform proposals, following decades of much-needed calls for change across the system.

While these proposals signal positive intent, lasting change will depend on more than policy alone. Competitive pay, clear progression pathways and long-term investment will be essential to attracting and retaining the skilled professionals the sector relies on.

Helen Clark, our Divisional Managing Director for health and care, shares her perspective on the proposals and explains why challenging stigma, prioritising fair pay, and attracting and retaining carers must be at the heart of meaningful, lasting social care reform.

🔗 Read the blog: https://bit.ly/45vxkWN

27/07/2026

Most founders believe scaling means bowing to traditional venture capital and prioritising short-term margins. COOK proved there's another way. 💡

Surviving near-bankruptcy, funding expansion through an unexpected bakery subsidiary, and growing past £100 million, all while keeping absolute control over its mission.

In the latest episode of all about business, James Perry, Co-Founder of COOK and Co-Founder of B Corp UK, shares the messy, high-stakes reality of building a national brand without selling out. From navigating the 2008 crash to turning an inclusive hiring model into one of the company's strongest operational assets, it's a masterclass in patient, purpose-led growth.

This is the business decision you'll thank yourself for in five years.

🎧 Listen or watch episode 89 now on Reed.com or wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/44MxN6L

Is ‘quiet luxury’ becoming the new workplace must-have? In a world where authenticity is becoming increasingly valued, e...
24/07/2026

Is ‘quiet luxury’ becoming the new workplace must-have?

In a world where authenticity is becoming increasingly valued, employees are looking beyond flashy perks and attention-grabbing benefits. Instead, they're seeking meaningful experiences, thoughtful rewards and workplace cultures that genuinely support their wellbeing and career growth.

Katy Watson, Operations Director at Reed Talent Solutions, explores how the concept of ‘quiet luxury’ is reshaping the modern employee value proposition (EVP).

From flexible working and personalised development opportunities to strong leadership and a sense of purpose, today's most attractive employers are focusing on the benefits that make a lasting impact.

As competition for talent continues, organisations that prioritise substance over spectacle may be better placed to attract and retain the people they need to succeed.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4w2AE7s

21/07/2026

Writing a job description from scratch can feel a bit like assembling flat-pack furniture without the instructions. 😅

You know what you want the end result to look like, but getting all the details down in a clear, engaging way can be trickier than expected.

Reed’s AI-powered job description generator takes away the blank-page struggle. Just add the role, industry and a few key details, and it'll create a tailored, professional job description you can tweak and personalise.

Less second-guessing. More confidence. Better job descriptions.

You can create engaging job descriptions in minutes, not hours! Try Reed's FREE job description generator, today: https://bit.ly/4ywRmxj

20/07/2026

Most brands want you to buy more. SURI built a £50m business by helping people waste less.

In the latest episode of all about business, James speaks with Mark Rushmore, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at SURI, about building a sustainable personal care brand that's disrupting a multi-billion-pound market.

Mark shares lessons from his journey from Procter & Gamble to startup founder, the burnout he faced after his first exit, and how SURI scaled so quickly by focusing on a "minimum lovable product."

They also discuss AI, building a values-led culture, scaling a high-performing team, and making better business decisions as you grow.

🎧 Listen or watch now on Reed.com or wherever you access your favourite podcasts: https://bit.ly/4yA7Q8c

🤖 Back humans, tax robots? As AI continues to transform the workplace, are we doing enough to ensure technology enhances...
16/07/2026

🤖 Back humans, tax robots?

As AI continues to transform the workplace, are we doing enough to ensure technology enhances human potential rather than replaces it?

James Reed CBE, Chairman and CEO of Reed, argues that rising employment costs and the rapid growth of automation are making it more attractive for organisations to replace people with technology. At the same time, entry-level and graduate opportunities are becoming harder to find, raising concerns about the future talent pipeline.

While AI presents enormous opportunities for productivity and innovation, our latest article challenges us to think about whether our tax system is keeping pace with the changing world of work.

It also highlights the importance of continuing to invest in people through apprenticeships, graduate schemes and early careers programmes, ensuring the next generation has opportunities to develop the skills employers need.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4wG7Kdi

15/07/2026

🔗 Discover more about the free ‘Gateway to work’ programme via the link in our bio.

As the ultimate careers programme for students, graduates and job seekers, this free, digital programme gives you the tools and skills you need to smoothly transition into the workplace.

Through five engaging modules, you’ll go on a journey through self-discovery, where you will learn all about the labour market, improve your employability skills with our digital work experience (taught by real-life employers including Money and Pensions Service, and One Housing) and develop a winning CV.

Don’t miss the opportunity to equip yourself with the skills you need to succeed in the workplace!

13/07/2026

What does it really take to scale impact?

Most charities are told to secure funding before they spend. But Bloomsbury Football took a different approach- investing in fundraising before the money existed, and growing from just four children to supporting 7,000 young people every week.

In the latest episode of all about business, James sits down with Charlie Hyman, Founder and CEO of Bloomsbury Football, to discuss how he's built one of the UK's most ambitious social enterprises.

⚽ The seven steps to starting, building and scaling a charity
⚽ Why charities should think more like high-growth businesses
⚽ How partnerships with brands such as Mastercard and Adobe have helped fuel growth
⚽ The role of technology and AI in modern fundraising
⚽ What commercial organisations can learn from purpose-led enterprises

Charlie also shares his vision for taking Bloomsbury national, attracting top corporate talent through mission-driven work, and building systems that enable sustainable, long-term impact.

A fascinating conversation that challenges conventional thinking about growth, fundraising and social impact.

🎧 Listen or watch now on Reed.com, or wherever you get your podcasts: https://bit.ly/4vxxCqN

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