Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in the South West
Lloyd Barnes is a professional recruitment agency specialising in Accountancy, HR, Operations, and Marketing sectors. With over three decades of combined experience from our lead professionals, we provide comprehensive recruitment solutions tailored to Accountancy Practices, Commercial Organisations, Charities, and the Public Sector. Our team comprises some of the most experienced recruitment professionals in the South West, with specialised knowledge in our core sectors. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, and Knowledge, we focus on building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates. Our vision is to be recognised for our integrity and expertise, trusted by clients and candidates as their recruitment partner of choice. Through our dedicated team, high standards, and compassionate approach, we consistently exceed expectations, delivering tailored recruitment solutions that foster repeat business and long-lasting partnerships.Our true reward comes from ensuring mutual success in every placement, growing trusted relationships, and being respected for the value we bring to each recruitment journey. Based in Exeter and Plymouth, our expertise extends throughout Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Dorset, covering major cities and towns including Plymouth, Torquay, Taunton, Truro, and beyond. We are proud supporters of the Exeter Chiefs Foundation and have been corporate sponsors since its inception. With our deep regional knowledge and commitment to excellence, we ensure the perfect match for both clients and candidates.
Services
Accountancy Recruitment
HR Recruitment
Operations Recruitment
Marketing Recruitment
Permanent Placements
Temporary Placements
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in South West recruitment expertise
- Our team specialises in Accountancy, HR, Operations, and Marketing sectors
- We offer personalised service with deep regional market knowledge
- We maintain long-term relationships through Integrity, Compassion, and Knowledge
- We provide tailored recruitment solutions for both clients and candidates
What people say
Very professional
Highly recommend
Exceptional service
First class
Excellent experience
Services
Accountancy Recruitment
We specialise in accountancy and finance recruitment, covering roles from CFOs to Accounts Support Staff. Our expert consultants understand the technical requirements and market dynamics of the sector. With deep regional knowledge and long-standing relationships, we connect businesses with qualified professionals who match both technical requirements and organisational culture.
HR Recruitment
Our HR recruitment services cover roles from HR Directors to HR Specialists. We focus on matching candidates' strategic capabilities with clients' organisational needs. Our consultants combine sector expertise with understanding of evolving HR practices to deliver professionals who can drive talent management and organisational development.
Operations Recruitment
We provide operations recruitment solutions for roles including Operations Directors and Project Managers. Our consultants understand the operational challenges across sectors. We identify professionals with the leadership and process optimisation skills needed to drive business efficiency and growth in complex environments.
Marketing Recruitment
Our marketing recruitment covers roles from Marketing Directors to Digital Marketing Managers. We source candidates with creative and strategic capabilities across traditional and digital marketing. Our consultants understand evolving marketing landscapes and identify professionals who can drive brand growth and customer engagement.
Permanent Placements
We offer permanent placement solutions across all sectors. Our rigorous matching process ensures long-term compatibility between candidates and employers. We focus on cultural fit alongside technical skills to deliver placements that benefit both organisations and professionals throughout their careers.
People
Mark Lloyd
Managing Director
With over 25 years' experience in accountancy recruitment, Mark co-founded Lloyd Barnes in 2004. His extensive industry knowledge and leadership drive our strategic direction and client relationships across the South West.
Alison Vaughan
Director
Alison brings more than 25 years of recruitment expertise to our leadership team. Her deep understanding of accountancy practices and commercial organisations helps shape our service delivery and client partnerships.
Jamie Wall
Commercial Director
Jamie specialises in senior finance recruitment with experience across public and private sectors. His track record for successful appointments and sector knowledge makes him a key figure in our leadership team.
Andrew Perring
Recruitment Manager
With nearly 15 years at Lloyd Barnes, Andrew specialises in accounts support recruitment. His professional approach and market knowledge help candidates and clients achieve their career and staffing goals.
Rachel Dawson
Recruitment Manager
Rachel has nearly 15 years' experience in accountancy recruitment. Her expertise in matching candidates with client requirements makes her a trusted advisor for both professionals and organisations in the South West.
Questions
What sectors does Lloyd Barnes specialise in?
We specialise in Accountancy, HR, Operations, and Marketing recruitment across the South West region.
Do you offer both permanent and temporary placements?
Yes, we provide both permanent and temporary recruitment solutions across all our specialist sectors.
How do you ensure candidates match client requirements?
We combine technical assessments with cultural fit evaluations to ensure candidates meet both skill and organisational requirements.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Dorset, including Plymouth, Torquay, Taunton, and Truro.
