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Founded in 2012, The Candidate is a leading digital and marketing recruitment agency that has grown alongside the industries we support.

Built on transparency, efficiency and consultation, we put people first in every search.

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Read what people say about The Candidate

Millie Shackleton Candidate

"I recently worked with The Candidate to secure my new role, and I'm extremely impressed with the level of support I received. They provided invaluable interview prep with detailed tips and offered continuous support with pre- and post-interview calls, sharing encouragement, top tips, and feedback."

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Matthew Hopkins Candidate

"Evie's communication and support were outstanding, making the entire process straightforward and enjoyable. I’m now thrilled to be working as a Regional Partnerships Coordinator, a role that excites me and aligns perfectly with my career goals."

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Megan Wilkes Candidate

"I always felt like Evie was in my corner which is exactly what you you need when you're doing something as scary as looking for a new job."

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Thomas Hartigan Candidate

"I've recently had the pleasure of working with the Candidate. They have been instrumental in helping me advance my career, with my newest role."

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Our Services

Extensive.
Targeted + relevant.
High-quality candidates.

As a boutique recruitment agency, we invest time in challenging the brief, understanding your business and identifying the candidates who will make the greatest impact.

We’ll source candidates that are both actively looking and also from our passive candidate database for permanent roles who are always on the lookout for a new opportunity. We’re trusted by thousands of candidates to find the perfect next step in their careers, and we place them with clients who we know will offer them the positions they are after to fulfil their personal aspirations. We focus on quality recruitment that results in long-term placements which is why we have so many 5 Star Google reviews.

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Effective Executive Search recruitment is all about the number and quality of senior connections your recruiter has and how and when they position them to expand their careers in the right opportunity. Our team of senior consultants in Exec Search have no less than a decade of experience each, having worked with the best candidates throughout their marketing careers. We know exactly who is looking to step up into a senior position or is looking to climb the ladder further and make considerable impact on another of our clients’ businesses.

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Client Feedback

“Evie Barker contacted me with an amazing role and was fab throughout the whole process - great communication and answered all of my questions!”

Influencer Manager, Social Chain

“I used The Candidate because I had struggled via other generalist recruiters. Elliot Jones at The Candidate was absolutely brilliant. This all ended with him finding me the perfect Senior Marketing Manager in the Manchester area. ”

People Partner, Insomnia Cookies
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How can we help?

Our entire team is here to support you! Please reach out with any questions, and we'll put you in touch with the right specialist consultant today. 

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