Case studies
DYER Engineering
Gardner Aerospace
Castolin Eutectic
Specialist Contractors – Skilled teams for critical defence projects.
Compliance & Vetting – Meeting strict site clearance standards.
End-to-End Management – Full payroll & timesheet administration.
Help Determine Their IR35 Status
ADM Pressings
Specialist Contractors - Electricians and Design Engineers.
Support complex and non-standard projects.
Our contractors delivered targeted expertise to meet tight deadlines and technical demands.
DLI
Specialist Contractors - Manufacturing Consultants
For a niche project requiring deep industry knowledge and focused problem-solving.
Turntide
Delivered Senior Mechanical Design Engineers
For urgent, one-off projects.
Offered flexible, long-term support with high-level expertise at short notice.
When I joined Dyer we had a scatter gun approach to recruitment. We used many agencies, different rates, temp to perm contracts, spent a fortune on fees and a high employee turnover rate. What did ...
Maxine Henry
Group HR Manager
When I joined Dyer we had a scatter gun approach to recruitment. We used many agencies, different rates, temp to perm contracts, spent a fortune on fees and a high employee turnover rate. What did I do? I knew we had the intention to grow our head count over the next 5 years so I asked all the agencies we worked with to tender for the work.
When we first went to tender, our goal was clear: to find a single-source supplier that we could build a strong partnership with, one that would help us enhance our employer brand and attract top talent. All agencies were given the same opportunity. We made our choice because we believed we would receive a more dedicated service, greater focus, and more favourable terms. While we agreed to ring-fence HR, Finance, and Marketing (as these weren’t their areas of expertise), along with some strategic hires, we intentionally kept the agreement flexible to allow for open and honest collaboration.
We also moved our model to permanent positions only. We did for a few reasons but mainly we wanted to offer stability. I also know that a talented person isn’t going to give up a permanent role for a temporary one.
Over the past 18 months, we’ve cultivated a strategic partnership with them. They now manage almost all of our recruitment, recruitment marketing, our employer branding, and even host our microsite. They’ve taken the time to understand our culture, and during recruitment campaigns, both blue and white collar, our roles are prioritised, giving us first refusal on candidates that align with our culture. In the last 12 months; we’ve appointed 41 positions, time to hire has reduced to 4 weeks (average) and we’ve only lost 4 people in that time (leaving within 4 weeks). We have a happy and settled workforce.
What I hadn’t fully appreciated until recently is the broader impact this relationship has on our positioning in the labour market. Key Talent is now approaching our partner asking to be kept up to date on our roles.
This partnership has been running successfully for 18 months. So, why does it work so well? My answer was simple: the partnership is built on trust, and the company we work with has learned our values. I know I can pick up the phone, request a Sales Engineer, provide a salary band, and within the day, I’ll have at least two candidates to review (this happened yesterday). I know I can forward a speculative CV and get a response from Callum saying, “I know this person, I know their work history, and I haven’t submitted them to you because they wouldn’t add value to your culture.” I know my roles are prioritised because we don’t ‘spread our net wide’ or play recruitment consultants off against each other.
We trust them to do the job we’re paying them to do.
Testimonials
We have used Theo James for a number of years to fill key roles within our business, ranging from offsite teams to engineering roles and general operator positions. Brogan has always been easy to deal with, ...
Thomas Nicholson
Production Manager – Monitor Coatings
We have used Theo James for a number of years to fill key roles within our business, ranging from offsite teams to engineering roles and general operator positions. Brogan has always been easy to deal with, helping find suitable candidates first time that fit the niche criteria we require in our industry. The understanding and passion that has been provided from Brogan and the Theo James team has been vital in building of the successful workforce we have today
Theo James have been great in sourcing candidates. They took the time to really understand my visions and goals for my department, this made my job so much easier. I received candidates that really fitted my ...
Tom Churchill
Maintenance Manager - Burmatex
Theo James have been great in sourcing candidates. They took the time to really understand my visions and goals for my department, this made my job so much easier. I received candidates that really fitted my needs leading to me accomplishing everything I set out to do! Such a professional company and so easy to work with.
I have worked with Theo James Recruitment during the search for several candidates, both at junior and senior levels. In all instances the level of service and professionalism has been excellent:The assign ...
David Stuttard
Technical Director – DYMAMENT
I have worked with Theo James Recruitment during the search for several candidates, both at junior and senior levels. In all instances the level of service and professionalism has been excellent:The assigned staff have taken the time to accurately identify our needs in terms of job experience and qualifications. Based on carefully targeted sectors of the job market Theo James Recruitment have been quick to supply a shortlist of candidates. When appropriate, preliminary video interviews have been supplied. This has proved to be a very efficient way of carrying out screening before conducting our own interviews, either online or in person.Keeping up to date on progress is a key part of the recruitment process, and Theo James Recruitment have made a point of providing updates by phone, text and email. The pricing structure is well defined and represents value for money given the level of service and success rate. We will continue to use Theo James Recruitment and would be happy to recommend them to other employers.
Having struggled to find good candidates in the areas of logistics and supply chain I was introduced to Theo James who’s approach I found to be refreshing and professional. Theo James have now helped us to ...
Dave Pickering
Supply Chain and Quality Manager - Orwin
Having struggled to find good candidates in the areas of logistics and supply chain I was introduced to Theo James who’s approach I found to be refreshing and professional. Theo James have now helped us to source two excellent candidates in this area at both our Washington and Redditch sites.
I recently worked with Shaun on a role that we were recruiting for. Genuinely blown away by the amount and quality of the work that he put in. This resulted an offer to one of their candidates who starts e ...
David Ellis
Quality Manager – Riverside Flooring
I recently worked with Shaun on a role that we were recruiting for. Genuinely blown away by the amount and quality of the work that he put in. This resulted an offer to one of their candidates who starts employment with us soon. Communication was excellent at all stages of the process. I would highly recommend Theo James on the basis of my experience.
If in need of a recruitment agency you’ll be in safe hands with Theo James. Lauren, our consultant, is extremely focused in finding quality candidates with skills, experience and cultural fit required. S ...
Andrew Muxworthy
HR Manager, Fergusons Transport
If in need of a recruitment agency you’ll be in safe hands with Theo James. Lauren, our consultant, is extremely focused in finding quality candidates with skills, experience and cultural fit required. She has offered our hiring manager endless support and I have received good feedback.
IGF have been very impressed with Theo James’ with regards to our recruitment needs. Not only did we experience excellent customer service but a real in depth look in to the candidates they put forward. Wo ...
Andrew Ions
Director – Interglobal Forwarding
IGF have been very impressed with Theo James’ with regards to our recruitment needs. Not only did we experience excellent customer service but a real in depth look in to the candidates they put forward. Would thoroughly recommend to any company looking for help when recruiting personnel.
Theo James provide an excellent service. They make the recruitment process very easy by quickly understanding your requirements and finding suitable candidates. Their communication is also excellent, regular ...
Magnus Evershed
Finance & HR Assistant – Sterling GP
Theo James provide an excellent service. They make the recruitment process very easy by quickly understanding your requirements and finding suitable candidates. Their communication is also excellent, regularly following up on interviews and ensuring we have all the information we need to make a decision.