Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services in Farnham
Profiles Personnel has been delivering recruitment expertise since 1985, combining decades of industry experience with a client-focused approach. Our team of seasoned professionals specialises in matching high-calibre candidates with opportunities across Commercial, Events, and Industrial sectors throughout the South, London, and Greater Manchester. We pride ourselves on understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations through in-depth consultations, ensuring placements that align with organisational culture and individual career goals. With a heritage spanning nearly four decades, we maintain a unique balance between the professionalism of large agencies and the personal touch of a boutique service.Our consultants bring extensive sector-specific knowledge, having worked with prestigious clients at iconic venues including Ascot, Twickenham, and Goodwood. We offer comprehensive support from job description creation to competency-based interviews, backed by membership of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation and access to extensive candidate networks. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by long-standing client relationships and testimonials highlighting our reliability, responsiveness, and ability to deliver exceptional staffing solutions.
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Temporary Staffing
Event Staffing
Industrial Recruitment
Commercial Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We combine 39 years of recruitment experience with a personal, client-focused approach
- Our consultants have specialist knowledge of Commercial, Events, and Industrial sectors
- We maintain exclusive partnerships with leading clients across prestigious venues
- We offer tailored recruitment processes including competency-based interviews
- Our membership of the REC ensures adherence to industry best practices
Associations and certifications
- REC (Recruitment and Employment Confederation)
What people say
Excellent and attentive service
Prompt response to needs
Understand real requirements
Provide right candidate
Excellent permanent and temporary staff
Services
Permanent Recruitment
We specialise in permanent recruitment across Commercial, Events, and Industrial sectors. Our consultants work closely with clients to understand organisational culture and job requirements before matching them with pre-vetted candidates. With 39 years of experience, we deliver long-term solutions that align with business goals while providing career progression opportunities for candidates seeking stable employment.
Temporary Staffing
Our temporary staffing solutions supply skilled workers for events at prestigious venues including Ascot, Twickenham, and Goodwood. We provide experienced personnel for short-term roles ranging from hospitality positions to industrial support, with flexible booking options through our Liveforce app. Clients benefit from reliable last-minute staffing and consistent quality across high-volume requirements.
Competency-Based Interviews
We conduct tailored competency-based interviews to identify candidates' specific skills and suitability for roles. This structured approach evaluates technical abilities and soft skills through scenario-based questioning, ensuring precise matching between client requirements and candidate capabilities. The process helps reduce turnover by aligning personal attributes with job demands.
Industry-Specific Recruitment
Our consultants specialise in sector-specific recruitment for Commercial, Events, and Industrial fields. With deep market knowledge and established networks, we access niche talent pools and understand evolving industry requirements. This specialisation enables us to provide candidates with relevant experience, from warehouse operatives to senior management professionals.
Last-Minute Staffing
We deliver rapid response staffing solutions for urgent requirements, particularly in the events sector. Our established network of pre-vetted candidates allows immediate deployment of qualified personnel, with 24/7 support during peak event periods. Clients consistently praise our ability to meet last-minute needs while maintaining high service standards.
People
Nuala Soutter
Founder & Managing Director
With nearly 40 years in recruitment, Nuala established Profiles Personnel in 1986 after a successful career in international aviation and events management. She maintains active involvement in business operations and has built long-standing client relationships that continue since the company's founding.
Kathryn Davies
Business and Operations Director
Bringing over 30 years of recruitment experience, Kathryn oversees daily operations after previously managing temporary and permanent recruitment teams nationwide. Her expertise in events and hospitality recruitment strengthens our service delivery capabilities while maintaining our commitment to candidate and client relationships.
Fran Dancona
Operations Manager
With two tenures at Profiles, Fran provides operational leadership through her comprehensive understanding of our systems. Her focus on process improvement and team development ensures efficient delivery of temporary staffing solutions while maintaining our high service standards.
Ola Obilana
Permanent Recruitment Consultant
As our longest-serving team member with 20+ years' experience, Ola specialises in permanent recruitment across multiple sectors. Her reputation for integrity and successful candidate matching has made her a trusted advisor to both clients and professionals seeking career advancement opportunities.
Jakub Zalibor
Recruitment Manager
With eight years in fast-paced environments, Jakub manages key accounts including Ascot and Southampton FC. His relocation to Manchester expands our northern presence while maintaining oversight of southern operations, combining local knowledge with strategic growth initiatives.
Questions
What sectors does Profiles Personnel specialise in?
We specialise in Commercial, Events, and Industrial sectors, providing both permanent and temporary staffing solutions tailored to each industry's specific requirements.
How quickly can you provide temporary staff for events?
We offer immediate staffing solutions with our established network of pre-vetted candidates, often able to deploy personnel within 24 hours of request.
Do you offer recruitment services outside the South East?
While based in Farnham, we provide recruitment services across London, Greater Manchester, and have expanded our operations to support northern clients through dedicated account managers.
How do you ensure quality candidates for permanent roles?
We conduct in-depth consultations, use competency-based interviews, and maintain long-term relationships with professionals to ensure cultural and skill-based matching for permanent positions.
Can I apply for both temporary and permanent roles through Profiles?
Yes, we offer both temporary and permanent opportunities through our Liveforce app for flexible staffing and our dedicated consultants for career-focused placements.
What support do you provide during the recruitment process?
We offer full-cycle support including job description creation, competency assessments, offer letter preparation, and ongoing candidate management throughout the recruitment journey.
Reviews (4)
Christie Steer
Jun 22, 2022
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Such good customer service and highly recommend for someone who's looking for a zero hour contract to work with good pay
Susan Wong
Jun 20, 2022
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Horrible customer service, avoid dealing with the company at all costs! This company left me without workers and added to financial pressure including staffing cost. When asked to speak with a manager in relation to staff due on site there was no response. Truly horrific customer service!
Harriet Acres-Reeves
May 25, 2022
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Great team, flexible hours & weekly pay! Profiles make finding work super easy with their user friendly app which allows you to pick and choose your own shifts. Extremely friendly and helpful office team who are always on hand to answer any questions. FANTASTIC Agency, couldn't recommend more!
Jan Sage
Sep 13, 2021
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Just the best Recruitment Agency EVER. Love the team, love the work. You choose where and when you work. I cannot thank Profiles enough.
