Accountancy & Finance Recruitment.

The right people in your finance team make everything else easier. We help you find them.

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JH Recruitment.

Specialist recruitment for ambitious businesses across the North.

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JHR places permanent, contract and interim professionals across Accountancy & Finance, Sales & Marketing, Business Support, HR & Talent, Legal Operations and Change & Transformation.



We take the time to understand your business properly before we recommend anyone. That is the difference between filling a role and making a hire that lasts.

Temporary Recruitment

Flexible, short-term staffing made simple. From single-day temp cover to longer contracts and temp-to-perm solutions.

Permanent Recruitment

Across key business functions, we help organisations hire standout professionals who are in it for the long haul.

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Senior & Management Roles

Let us help you find a leader with the experience, vision, and values to drive your teams and business forward.

What We Do

We specialise in three types of recruitment, each suited to a different business need.

Permanent Recruitment

Finding the right person for a role that matters. We work across mid to senior level appointments, taking time to understand not just the job spec but what good looks like for your business.

Contract and Interim

Flexible resourcing when you need to move quickly. Whether you need a specialist for a short-term project or interim cover while a permanent hire is made, we have the network to help.

Executive Search

Retained search for senior and board-level appointments. We run a thorough, confidential process and only present candidates we are genuinely confident in.

Our Expertise

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Headhunting

Crucial roles need considered recruitment methods. We’ll find the right people, with the right skills and the right vision for your business.

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Salary Benchmarking and Benefits Analysis

As your executive search partner, we're here to help you analyse the potential benefits of prospective senior hires and benchmark salary offers.

Retained vs Contingent Solutions

Partnerships provide real power to your business growth, so we build strong, long-term retained relationships acting as part of your team.

Retention Focused Recruitment

It’s not just about finding the right senior hire, it’s about keeping them - so we focus on finding executives who will grow with your needs.

Headhunting

Crucial roles need considered recruitment methods. We’ll find the right people, with the right skills and the right vision for your business.

We recruit across six specialist areas. Our consultants work within their sectors day in, day out, which means they understand the market, know the right people and can move at pace.

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Accountancy & Finance

From transactional finance to qualified accountants and financial controllers. Permanent and contract across a wide range of industries.

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Sales & Marketing

Business development, account management, marketing and digital. From entry level to senior commercial roles.

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Business Support

PAs, EAs, Office Managers and Operations professionals. The people who keep businesses running properly.

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Accountancy & Finance

From transactional finance to qualified accountants and financial controllers. Permanent and contract across a wide range of industries.

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Sales & Marketing

Business development, account management, marketing and digital. From entry level to senior commercial roles.

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HR & Talent

HR Advisors, Business Partners, Talent Acquisition and People Operations. Generalist and specialist roles at all levels.

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Legal Operations

Legal support staff, paralegals, legal PAs and operations professionals within legal services businesses.

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Change & Transformation

Project managers, business analysts, change leads and transformation specialists. Contract and permanent across the public and private sector.

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HR & Talent

HR Advisors, Business Partners, Talent Acquisition and People Operations. Generalist and specialist roles at all levels.

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Legal Operations

Legal support staff, paralegals, legal PAs and operations professionals within legal services businesses.

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Why JHR?

We have been placing people into great roles for over twenty years. In that time we have built a reputation for honest advice, strong relationships and hires that work.


We are not a volume recruiter. We work with a focused client base and give each search the attention it deserves.


We also understand that recruitment does not always solve the problem. Sometimes the challenge is structural. That is why we work alongside JH Consultancy, giving clients access to both recruitment expertise and organisational advisory in one place.

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What Employers In The North Say About JHC

I had a good experience with Jo Holdsworth recruitment. They found me a temporary position that was a good fit for me, communicated clearly throughout the process, and were always helpful when I had questions. Highly recommended.

Committed and professional staff, has been a great experience to work with Jo Holdsworth.

Very helpful and understanding in my search for temporary roles. Communication is excellent - the team are always easy to get hold of, including returning calls/emails promptly and following through.

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Everyone I dealt with at Jo Holdsworth Recruitment was helpful and informative and responded quickly when ever I needed any information.

Everyone I have spoken to all have been really friendly and helpful. Ella helped me find a role close to home and suitable for my skills, Ella went above and beyond helped me with prep for interview gave me helpful tips on what to say in interview always checking in with me to see how I’m doing. Any questions any concerns I had always someone available to talk to.

I had a very positive experience with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. The team was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. A special thank you to Andrea and Ella, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find suitable opportunities. They took the time to understand my background and career goals, kept me updated regularly, and provided excellent guidance throughout. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt valued and supported as a candidate. I would highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to anyone looking for a recruitment agency that truly cares about its candidates and goes the extra mile to help them succeed. Thank you again to Andrea, Ella, and the whole JHR team for your support and professionalism.

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I had a good experience with Jo Holdsworth recruitment. They found me a temporary position that was a good fit for me, communicated clearly throughout the process, and were always helpful when I had questions. Highly recommended.

Committed and professional staff, has been a great experience to work with Jo Holdsworth.

Very helpful and understanding in my search for temporary roles. Communication is excellent - the team are always easy to get hold of, including returning calls/emails promptly and following through.

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Everyone I dealt with at Jo Holdsworth Recruitment was helpful and informative and responded quickly when ever I needed any information.

Everyone I have spoken to all have been really friendly and helpful. Ella helped me find a role close to home and suitable for my skills, Ella went above and beyond helped me with prep for interview gave me helpful tips on what to say in interview always checking in with me to see how I’m doing. Any questions any concerns I had always someone available to talk to.

I had a very positive experience with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. The team was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. A special thank you to Andrea and Ella, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find suitable opportunities. They took the time to understand my background and career goals, kept me updated regularly, and provided excellent guidance throughout. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt valued and supported as a candidate. I would highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to anyone looking for a recruitment agency that truly cares about its candidates and goes the extra mile to help them succeed. Thank you again to Andrea, Ella, and the whole JHR team for your support and professionalism.

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I had a good experience with Jo Holdsworth recruitment. They found me a temporary position that was a good fit for me, communicated clearly throughout the process, and were always helpful when I had questions. Highly recommended.

Committed and professional staff, has been a great experience to work with Jo Holdsworth.

Very helpful and understanding in my search for temporary roles. Communication is excellent - the team are always easy to get hold of, including returning calls/emails promptly and following through.

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Everyone I dealt with at Jo Holdsworth Recruitment was helpful and informative and responded quickly when ever I needed any information.

Everyone I have spoken to all have been really friendly and helpful. Ella helped me find a role close to home and suitable for my skills, Ella went above and beyond helped me with prep for interview gave me helpful tips on what to say in interview always checking in with me to see how I’m doing. Any questions any concerns I had always someone available to talk to.

I had a very positive experience with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. The team was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. A special thank you to Andrea and Ella, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find suitable opportunities. They took the time to understand my background and career goals, kept me updated regularly, and provided excellent guidance throughout. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt valued and supported as a candidate. I would highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to anyone looking for a recruitment agency that truly cares about its candidates and goes the extra mile to help them succeed. Thank you again to Andrea, Ella, and the whole JHR team for your support and professionalism.

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I had a good experience with Jo Holdsworth recruitment. They found me a temporary position that was a good fit for me, communicated clearly throughout the process, and were always helpful when I had questions. Highly recommended.

Committed and professional staff, has been a great experience to work with Jo Holdsworth.

Very helpful and understanding in my search for temporary roles. Communication is excellent - the team are always easy to get hold of, including returning calls/emails promptly and following through.

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Everyone I dealt with at Jo Holdsworth Recruitment was helpful and informative and responded quickly when ever I needed any information.

Everyone I have spoken to all have been really friendly and helpful. Ella helped me find a role close to home and suitable for my skills, Ella went above and beyond helped me with prep for interview gave me helpful tips on what to say in interview always checking in with me to see how I’m doing. Any questions any concerns I had always someone available to talk to.

I had a very positive experience with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. The team was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. A special thank you to Andrea and Ella, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find suitable opportunities. They took the time to understand my background and career goals, kept me updated regularly, and provided excellent guidance throughout. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt valued and supported as a candidate. I would highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to anyone looking for a recruitment agency that truly cares about its candidates and goes the extra mile to help them succeed. Thank you again to Andrea, Ella, and the whole JHR team for your support and professionalism.

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I had a good experience with Jo Holdsworth recruitment. They found me a temporary position that was a good fit for me, communicated clearly throughout the process, and were always helpful when I had questions. Highly recommended.

Committed and professional staff, has been a great experience to work with Jo Holdsworth.

Very helpful and understanding in my search for temporary roles. Communication is excellent - the team are always easy to get hold of, including returning calls/emails promptly and following through.

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Everyone I dealt with at Jo Holdsworth Recruitment was helpful and informative and responded quickly when ever I needed any information.

Everyone I have spoken to all have been really friendly and helpful. Ella helped me find a role close to home and suitable for my skills, Ella went above and beyond helped me with prep for interview gave me helpful tips on what to say in interview always checking in with me to see how I’m doing. Any questions any concerns I had always someone available to talk to.

I had a very positive experience with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. The team was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. A special thank you to Andrea and Ella, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find suitable opportunities. They took the time to understand my background and career goals, kept me updated regularly, and provided excellent guidance throughout. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt valued and supported as a candidate. I would highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to anyone looking for a recruitment agency that truly cares about its candidates and goes the extra mile to help them succeed. Thank you again to Andrea, Ella, and the whole JHR team for your support and professionalism.

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I had a good experience with Jo Holdsworth recruitment. They found me a temporary position that was a good fit for me, communicated clearly throughout the process, and were always helpful when I had questions. Highly recommended.

Committed and professional staff, has been a great experience to work with Jo Holdsworth.

Very helpful and understanding in my search for temporary roles. Communication is excellent - the team are always easy to get hold of, including returning calls/emails promptly and following through.

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Everyone I dealt with at Jo Holdsworth Recruitment was helpful and informative and responded quickly when ever I needed any information.

Everyone I have spoken to all have been really friendly and helpful. Ella helped me find a role close to home and suitable for my skills, Ella went above and beyond helped me with prep for interview gave me helpful tips on what to say in interview always checking in with me to see how I’m doing. Any questions any concerns I had always someone available to talk to.

I had a very positive experience with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. The team was professional, friendly, and supportive throughout the process. A special thank you to Andrea and Ella, who were both incredibly helpful, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find suitable opportunities. They took the time to understand my background and career goals, kept me updated regularly, and provided excellent guidance throughout. Their communication was outstanding, and I always felt valued and supported as a candidate. I would highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to anyone looking for a recruitment agency that truly cares about its candidates and goes the extra mile to help them succeed. Thank you again to Andrea, Ella, and the whole JHR team for your support and professionalism.

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