What's your passion? Ours is looking after our team.
As a Carrington West employee you will be given control of your career.
We will help you achieve the success you deserve and support every step of your journey with us.
We achieved double Investors in People PlatinumIn 2024, we've worked hard on our people and wellbeing practices to achieve the esteemed Investors in People Platinum accreditation and the 'We Invest in Wellbeing' Platinum accreditation. That means we care about our people - a lot. | |
One of the UK's 'Best Places to Work'In 2023 we were recognised by the Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work in the UK (Medium Business Size) | |
Don't just take our word for it! Read what our employees say.We're proud to offer a winning culture, alongside many amazing benefits to enhance our employee experience. "The immense amount of support you get from your peers and senior colleagues, the benefits package and the positive environment make you excited to go into the office everyday." | |
We put people first.
It's an exciting time for us. There's a lot going on so it's a chance to be part of our vision as we expand our reach and enter new markets. The work is interesting, diverse and even if you already have recruitment experience or know our markets, there is still plenty of room to develop your career. Guided by our views of passion, integrity and excellence, our culture is inclusive and we are looking for outstanding performers that thrive in a team environment where we are all working towards achieving our goals.
Investors in People Platinum.
In 2024, we are very proud to have achieved Investors in People Platinum status for the second time following our 2021 accreditation. We started working with the IIP early in our company journey. Our 'people first' approach is engrained into every aspect of our culture. Working with IIP practitioners and to the IIP framework helps us ensure that our policies, processes and organisation always have our colleagues at the core. Our mission is to provide the best possible workplace for everyone, and to help us be the best versions of ourselves both professionally and personally.
UK Employer of the Year
In 2022 we were awarded UK Employer of the Year (Platinum 50-249) by Investors in People. Then, in 2023 we received the Award for Reward and Recognition. There's no better time to join us and find out why.
Is this the right team for me?
More than anything, we want you to be happy here so we want you to know what working at Carrington West is like. In this video, our team shares what they value most about working here.
Award Winning L&D ProgrammeEnjoy the best medical, dental and optical coverage money can buy. Available for all colleagues from your first day with us. | Get social - on us!Year round, paid for social events to celebrate our success, including a Christmas party, End of Quarter, Goodwood Races and company holiday! | Uncapped Commission SchemeMoney talks! Consultants benefit from an unrivalled, uncapped commission. Achievable goals agreed - we want you to win! |
Gold plated healthcareEnjoy the best medical, dental and optical care money can buy. Available for all colleagues from your first day with us. | 25 days holidayGenerous holiday allowance, increasing by a day for each year you're with us so you can see the world or just sleep. Whatever makes you happy! | Flexible workingWe want you to work when and where you're most productive, whether you're an early bird or a night owl. |
Big biller clubAim high and join the best in the industry with our big biller club. Rewards include a luxury watch of choice such as a Rolex! | Your best selfWe have a content, resilient team, able to be the best version of themselves through a supportive environment and a culture of positive wellbeing, Staff Stories | Easy accessGetting to work shouldn't be hard. We're in the best location we could find. Free shuttle service from nearby stations + free parking! |
| Cameron de Wit - Consultant to Award Winner Cameron won Global Recruiter's Temp Consultant of the Year Award in 2022, so we sat down with him to talk about his journey so far. | | Oliver Gooch - REC's Temporary Recruiter of the Year Oliver discusses the early days of Carrington West, the rewards of hard work, and being REC's Temp Consultant of the Year 2022. |
Blayne's Story Director of Highways and Rail, Blayne explains why a career in recruitment can be so rewarding, and why Carrington West is the best place to do it. | Lewis-Jay's Story Lewis-Jay began his career in recruitment in 2023 when he joined Carrington West and hit the ground running. | ||
Harriet's Story Harriet joined us as a Associate Consultant in 2019, and progression came quickly for her. In 2023, she became a Lead Consultant and began the Leadership Development Program. | Nathan's Story Before starting with Carrington West, Rail Consultant Nathan was a novice in his industry, but has since become an expert, gaining lots of great relationships in his sector. | ||
Olivia's Story - Uni of Portsmouth From cheerleading at the University of Portsmouth to Carrington West Consultant, Olivia Woods shares her journey so far. | Ilya's Story - Uni of Portsmouth Principal Consultant, Ilya Donets, takes us from his University of Portsmouth football Team Captain days, to growing his career here with us. |
| Luke's story - REC's Highly Commended Temporary Recruiter of the Year Luke joined the business in the early days, and has just reached his 10 year anniversary with us! We sat down with him to discuss how the company has grown and changed over the years, and how his role progressed with it. |
Your Journey With Us
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Carrington West News
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Learning & DevelopmentContinuous learning and career development is the key to our employees' success. | Equity, Diversity & InclusionCarrington West is committed to supporting the principle of equal opportunities. | Health & WellbeingLooking after the mental and physical health of our colleagues is a top priority. |
| Our Company ValuesOur company values are important to us and define who we are, and the way we do business. | |
"Our goal is to create a culture and environment that enables everyone to be and do their best."
JAMES FERNANDES, MANAGING DIRECTOR
Interested in kickstarting your career in recruitment? Click below to view our live jobs!
Not sold yet? Here's a little taste of what life at Carrington West is like.
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2013 Shortlisted Best Newcomer - Global Recruiter Awards
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2013 Winner Best Start-Up - Business Excellence Awards
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2014 Finalist Best Small Business -Business Excellence Awards
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2014 Shortlisted Best Company to Work For (under 50 people) - IRP Awards
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2014 Shortlisted Best New Agency - Recruiter Awards
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2015 Shortlisted Best Company to Work For (under 50 people) - IRP Awards
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2016 Highly Commended - Best Temporary Consultant Blayne Cahill
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2016 Winner Best Company to Work For (under 50 people) - IRP Awards
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2017 Finalist Best Employer - Business Excellence Awards
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2017 Finalist Best Newcomer Ryan Williamson - IRP Awards
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2017 Shortlisted Best Company to Work For (under 50 people) - IRP Awards
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2017 Winner Best Temporary Consultant Blayne Cahill - IRP Awards
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2018 Finalist Best Company to Work For (under 50 people) - IRP Awards
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2018 No. 74 in the Recruiter HOT 100
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2018 Winner Best Medium/Large Business - Business News Awards
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2019 No. 72 in the Recruiter HOT 100
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2019 Shortlisted Best Newcomer Krishan Adams - IRP Award
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2019 Shortlisted Best Office Support - IRP Awards
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2019 Shortlisted Best Temporary Consultant Ilya Donets - IRP Award
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2019 Winner Best Company to Work For (under 50 people) - IRP Awards
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2019 Winner Employer of the Year - Business Excellence Awards
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2020 Shortlisted Best Engineering Recruitment Agency - Recruiter Awards
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2020 Shortlisted in Two Categories
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2020 Winner Best Learning & Development Programme (under 250)
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2021 - Highly Commended, Ryan Williamson
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2021 - Shortlisted in 2 Categories
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2021 - Shortlisted in 3 Categories
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2021 - Shortlisted in 4 Categories
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2021 Highly Commended Best Company to Work For (Over 50)
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2021 Highly Commended Temporary Recruiter of the Year - Ilya Donets
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2021 Ranked no. 78 in the top 100 recruitment agencies in the UK
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2021 Shortlisted in 3 Categories
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2021 Top 250 companies in the Solent
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2021 Winner Best Learning & Development Programme
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2022 Cameron De Wit - Temporary Consultant of the Year
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2022 Employee Engagement Award
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2022 Highly Commended - Best Company to Work for
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2022 In-House Training Award
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2022 Number 25 in the Recruiter Fast 50
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2022 Oliver Gooch - Temporary Consultant of the Year
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2022 Platinum Employer of the Year (50-249)
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2022 Shared Services Team of the Year
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2022 Shortlisted in 3 categories
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2022 Shortlisted in 3 categories
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2022 Shortlisted in 3 categories
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2022 Shortlisted in 5 Categories
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2022 Top 250 companies in the Solent
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2022 Winner Large Company of the Year
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2022 Winner Training Programme of the Year
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2023 Emily Christmas - HR Person of the Year
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2023 Highly Commended - Best Employer Brand
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2023 Highly Commended Oliver Gooch - Best Temporary Consultant
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2023 Liam Shea- Best Newcomer in Temporary Recruitment
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2023 Number 34 in the Fast 50 List
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2023 People Development Business Award
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2023 Shortlisted in 3 categories
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2023 Shortlisted in 4 categories
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2023 Shortlisted in 8 categories
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2023 Top 10 Places to Work UK (Medium)
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2023 Winner Reward and Recognition Award
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2024 Finalist Employer of the Year
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2024 Highly Commended Luke Clifford - Temporary Recruiter of the Year
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2024 Number 61 in the Hot 100 List
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2024 Top 250 companies in the Solent
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The News Advanced Apprentice of the Year - Morgan Rees