Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Recruitment & Retention Partner in the UK
Established in 1993, Macildowie Candidate has grown to become one of the UK's leading independent recruitment businesses. We rebranded in 2021 as the UK's first Recruitment and Retention Consultancy, focusing on creating lasting career opportunities for candidates while helping employers build stable, committed teams. Our consultants personally review every CV to understand individual skills and career goals, ensuring candidates remain in our database for current and future roles. With specialist teams covering Finance, HR, Procurement & Supply Chain, Office & Commercial, and Marketing roles across private and public sectors, we serve clients and candidates at all levels from Senior Executive to entry-level positions. Our client portfolio includes major organisations like E.ON, Paul Smith, Vision Express, and Boots, reflecting our ability to attract high-calibre professionals.We provide LinkedIn workshops to enhance personal branding and recruitment strategies, while our use of Thrive Psychometrics ensures cultural alignment between candidates and employers. Recognised as a top workplace by The Sunday Times and winners of the National Online Recruitment Awards' 'Best Large Recruitment Agency' category, we combine industry expertise with a personal approach to recruitment. Our commitment to excellence has earned us 3-star status in the Sunday Times Top Places to Work awards on six occasions. We actively support career development through temporary, interim, and permanent placements, helping candidates bridge employment gaps and develop new skills. With offices in Coventry, Derby, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Nottingham, we maintain a strong regional presence while serving clients nationwide.
Services
Recruitment Services
Temporary Staffing
Executive Search
Career Development
Psychometric Testing
LinkedIn Training
Interim Management
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We focus on long-term placements that benefit both candidates and employers
- Our specialist teams cover five key sectors with nationwide reach
- We offer LinkedIn training and psychometric testing for better matches
- Recognised as a top workplace by The Sunday Times eight times
- We maintain relationships with major UK employers like Boots and E.ON
Services
Recruitment Services
We specialise in matching skilled professionals with permanent roles across finance, HR, IT, legal, and commercial sectors. Our consultants work closely with employers to understand their specific needs while helping candidates find positions that align with their career goals. With a focus on long-term placements, we ensure both parties achieve lasting satisfaction through our rigorous vetting process.
Temporary Staffing
Our temporary staffing solutions help businesses fill short-term gaps while providing candidates with flexible work opportunities. We place professionals in roles ranging from administrative support to specialist finance positions. This service allows companies to maintain productivity during staff absences while giving candidates valuable experience across different organisations and industries.
Executive Search
We identify senior-level executives and board members for organisations seeking strategic leadership. Our executive search service targets high-calibre professionals with proven track records in their respective fields. Through our extensive network and industry-specific expertise, we connect businesses with visionary leaders capable of driving organisational growth and transformation.
Career Development
We offer comprehensive career support including CV writing assistance, interview coaching, and skills development guidance. Our consultants provide personalised advice to help candidates enhance their employability and achieve their career aspirations. We also organise LinkedIn workshops to improve professional networking and personal branding strategies for both job seekers and employers.
Psychometric Testing
We utilise Thrive Psychometrics to evaluate candidates' behavioural traits and cultural fit for specific organisations. This scientific approach helps predict job performance and workplace compatibility by analysing personality characteristics and cognitive abilities. Our psychometric testing ensures better matching between candidates' natural strengths and employers' organisational culture for improved long-term retention.
Questions
What sectors does Macildowie specialise in?
We specialise in finance, HR, procurement & supply chain, office & commercial, and marketing roles across both private and public sectors.
Do you offer temporary and interim placements?
Yes, we provide temporary and interim opportunities alongside permanent positions to suit different career preferences and business needs.
How does Macildowie support career development?
We offer CV review services, interview coaching, LinkedIn training workshops, and psychometric testing to help candidates enhance their employability.
What makes Macildowie different from other agencies?
We focus on retention as well as recruitment, using psychometric testing and maintaining long-term relationships with candidates and employers.
Which regions does Macildowie cover?
We operate throughout the UK with offices in Coventry, Derby, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Nottingham.
Can Macildowie help with senior executive appointments?
Yes, our executive search service specialises in identifying leadership talent for board-level and senior management positions.
