Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in the UK
Manpower UK Ltd has been a global leader in employment solutions for over 75 years, combining advanced recruitment technology with a personal touch to connect candidates with employers. Our expertise spans continents and industries, ensuring optimal job matches that foster professional growth and organisational success. With a network of over 100 UK locations and a talent pool exceeding 2.2 million candidates, we specialise in temporary, temp-to-perm, permanent placement, and contract recruitment solutions. Our sector-specific knowledge in engineering, logistics, customer service, and green technologies addresses both immediate staffing needs and long-term workforce strategies.Through initiatives like the Academy of Advanced Manufacturing and MyPath development programmes, we prioritise career advancement and skills development, empowering individuals while meeting employers' evolving demands. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures underrepresented groups gain access to sustainable employment opportunities.
Services
Temporary Resourcing
Temp-to-Perm
Permanent Placements
Contract Recruitment
Workforce Management
Engineering Recruitment
MyPath Development
Local Talent Matching
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We deliver end-to-end workforce solutions with 75+ years of global recruitment expertise
- Our local talent networks cover 100+ UK locations with 2.2 million candidates
- We offer sector-specific training programmes like the Academy of Advanced Manufacturing
- Our temp-to-perm model reduces hiring risks for employers
- We prioritise diversity and inclusion through targeted upskilling initiatives
Services
Temporary Resourcing
Our temporary staffing solutions provide flexible workforce options for fluctuating business needs. We supply skilled workers across engineering, logistics, and customer service sectors for short-term projects, seasonal demands, or unexpected absences. Clients benefit from rapid deployment of pre-vetted candidates without permanent employment commitments.
Temp-to-Perm
This hybrid solution allows employers to assess candidates in real work environments before permanent hiring decisions. We facilitate on-the-job evaluations for roles ranging from warehouse operatives to senior engineers, reducing recruitment risks while ensuring cultural and capability fit for both parties.
Permanent Placements
Our dedicated team delivers fully screened candidates for permanent roles across all industry levels. From entry positions to C-suite appointments, we combine rigorous vetting processes with sector expertise to achieve long-term hiring success and reduced time-to-fill metrics for clients.
Workforce Management
We provide comprehensive management of contingent workforces including payroll administration, assignment tracking, and employee relations. Our systems handle complex compliance requirements while offering clients real-time visibility into workforce metrics and cost management across multiple locations.
Engineering Recruitment
Specialist engineering recruitment services address critical skills shortages in automation, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. We supply qualified professionals for roles requiring specific technical certifications and project experience, supported by industry-specific training partnerships like the Academy of Advanced Manufacturing.
Questions
What staffing solutions does Manpower UK Ltd offer?
We provide temporary resourcing, temp-to-perm trials, permanent placements, contract recruitment, and comprehensive workforce management services across multiple sectors.
How does the temp-to-perm process work?
Candidates work temporarily while employers assess their suitability. After evaluation, employers may choose to hire them permanently with reduced risk.
Do you offer career development programmes?
Yes, our MyPath platform and Academy of Advanced Manufacturing provide skills training and career progression opportunities for associates.
What industries do you specialise in?
We focus on engineering, logistics, customer service, healthcare, and emerging sectors like green technologies and digital transformation.
How quickly can you supply temporary staff?
Our extensive talent pool enables rapid deployment, often within 24 hours, depending on role complexity and location requirements.
Are your services available nationwide?
Yes, we operate through 100+ UK branches and maintain a national candidate database to support local and multi-site staffing needs.
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Reviews (5)
C. J.
Jun 24, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness Very unprofessional so called manger at the Ashford branch is very rude and don't no what she doing very pool in every thing she does
Andy
Mar 24, 2021
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I agree that Manpower have communication issues, BUT, I would like to thank the girls at the Ashford branch for resolving my issues with compliance at Royal Mail. I am finally working, thank you all!
Xahha
Nov 15, 2020
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness Deducted money from my pay check without reason, haven't paid all my wages despite me notifying them of this on numerous occasions - with no response. Save yourself the hassle and look elsewhere.
Tops A.
Sep 06, 2020
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Worst company it took me 6months to get my pay sorted every month getting different pays. Everyone just seems to pass the buck when seeking for help. I've told all my friends and family members to pass the same message which they have done to their extended friends and family too. I hope people on here avoid manpower too
James Kerry
Jan 05, 2020
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My partner is currently working through Manpower. Worst agency you could possibly work for if you actually want to get paid for your work.
