We’ve been positively transforming lives through
a great recruitment experience since 2005
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Let us help you find your dream job
Signing up with a recruitment agency to help you find your dream job should make things easy for you. Job candidates should feel like they’ve got someone doing the legwork for them, like they’ve got a job search PA or their own job coach.
And that’s exactly how we like to work. We aim to make finding your new perfect position a painless experience.
When job candidates get in touch with us, we will work in an open and honest way, and that’s all we expect in return. Together we will establish exactly what you can give to a role and what you need from that role. It’s this simple yet successful partnership that delivers such great results.
The impact that your job has on your life is huge, and with the majority of us spending longer at work than anywhere else it’s no surprise. We understand that the decision about where and how you work, and perhaps more importantly what you do, shapes so much more than just your hours between 9.00am to 5.00pm.
We aim to make the experience of finding your dream job painless
In every conversation we have with job candidates looking to make a change, our role can be very different depending on what you need from us. Some conversations are about us giving guidance, some are about offering support, some are for reassurance, and some are just about confirmation – we understand that every person who contacts us is an individual and has their own unique story, history, skills, ambitions and goals.
The first part of your journey with Vanilla will usually be a consultation with us, either on the telephone or via a video call on MS Teams or WhatsApp. The aim of this is for us to really get to know you; not just learn about your work history and skills set, but about your motivations, ambitions and personality too.
Our candidate promise
We will always…
• Represent you in the best possible way
• Comply with GDPR, race, gender and disability discrimination rules
• Remain approachable and fully engaged
• Have your best interests at heart
• Work in partnership with you
• Provide open and honest feedback
We will never…
• Send your CV to a client unless we have your permission
• Contact you about roles that do not fit your criteria
• Send job candidates to an interview without a full pre-brief

The candidate recruitment journey from beginning to new start
Send us your CV
Send us your CV and we’ll take the time to read it through and get back to you. If we think we can be of help, we’ll arrange with you to meet up so we can get to know you and understand what you’re looking for. If we don’t feel we can help you, we’ll be honest about it. It might be that we don’t recruit for the type of role you’re looking for, or that we can’t help at this moment in time – we’ll let you know and manage your expectations.
Candidate resources
Our service goes beyond just matching you with a job role. From getting to know you and what you’re looking for, we will also support you through the entire recruitment process. From how we present your CV to potential employers, to helping you with interview techniques and preparing presentations, to managing the change from one employer to another – we’ll be there for you every step of the way. Click here for useful tips and resources to aid you with your job search.
Read Our Reviews
We have been very pleasantly surprised at how easy Vanilla made things. Kate came to our office to see where the employee would be working. She gained a thorough understanding of what the role entailed and what sort of person we were looking for.
Kate took on the task of contacting suitable people, sorting through the CV's, chatting to the candidates, then arranging the interviews, just a few at a time. We were given an in-depth CV, as well as a brief sum up to advise why the candidate, in Vanilla's opinion, was a good choice for our role. Kate offered to sit in on our interview, and afterwards, she gave us feedback from the candidate and advised them of our feedback.
We took someone on, but on that occasion, it didn't pan out as planned. However, it was not something anyone could have foreseen. Kate was really professional and just set about finding us another candidate and in less than three weeks, we had interviewed again and found the perfect person for the role.
It was an absolute pleasure dealing with Kate and her team and I can't recommend their services enough. Communication was constant, candidates were all worth us seeing and it worked out really well for us using an agency.
Thank you Team Vanilla.
As an independent local company, their support goes far beyond recruitment. They provide excellent opportunities for networking, both online and in person and regularly host events that keep us up to date with the latest HR trends. From a business point of view, this combination of recruitment expertise and community engagement is invaluable.
She took the time to understand my experience and what I was genuinely looking for in my next role. Throughout the process, Kate was incredibly supportive, keeping me updated at every stage and offering thoughtful advice and insight along the way.
Thanks to her efforts, I’ve secured a role that aligns perfectly with both my skills and long-term goals. It’s rare to come across someone in recruitment who is not only efficient and knowledgeable, but also genuinely cares – and that’s exactly what you get with Kate.
A real credit to the profession.
Jaimini reached out to me and from the moment I spoke with her she has been professional, highly knowledgable, supportive and has truly guided me through every step of the process, which helped me secure my new role.
I’m very grateful for her assistance and excited to start this next chapter in my career.
Thank you for being enthusiastic, supportive checking in on me and generally being a great recruiter - you are a credit to your company!!! Ten out of ten Jaimi Rainford
I can’t speak highly enough of my experience with Vanilla Recruitment.
Eloise and the team made the entire process feel seamless and supportive from day one.
Eloise, in particular, went out of her way at every opportunity, always one step ahead, making the process exciting and empowering.
Vanilla genuinely cares about finding the right fit, and it shows.
Her inherent passion for helping people evidently compliments her talent acquisition prowess; it's an approach that truly shines through in every interaction.
Kate was amazing, supportive and empowering. The job that Kate found for me is the perfect fit!
I would not hesitate to recommend Kate at Vanilla, forget the websites go straight to her.
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
From the very start you were very professional supportive and helpful from registering, applying for the job, the interview process and continuing to provide on going support whilst in my temp to perm position.
You continued to check how I was getting on and speaking with my employer to receive updates on making my position permanent.
I have now successfully secured my permanent role.
Thank you for all of your help and support throughout I will happily be recommending you to others I know looking for employment!
Thank you
Selina Chauhan
Should I find myself looking for my next role I would certainly get in touch with Kate.
Kate’s dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. She not only helped me secure a job but also went above and beyond to ensure a smooth transition. Her ability to understand my needs and match them with the right position was remarkable.
One specific instance stands out: Kate proactively connected me with relevant job openings, provided valuable insights, and guided me through the entire process. Her genuine interest in my success made all the difference.
In summary, Kate’s professionalism, integrity, and outstanding service make her an asset to any organization. I have no doubt that she will continue to excel and positively impact those she works with.
Even after helping me find something, the incredible service didn't stop, several follow ups to make sure everything was going well and a goodie bag with a congratulatory card which really was the icing on the cake.
Cannot speak highly enough of the help and service I received.
I'd hould recommend to anyone.
Sarah G (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah G (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Jaimi went above and beyond from the first call received right through to after the interview process. Being at all times very approachable, friendly, supportive, and a professional recruiter who was getting the best out of me in preparing for the interview phase. It doesnt just stop therw.....I had the feeling I knew her for a long time and I had a friend beside me who understands my needs this is how comfortable she made me feel so I could open up and unleash to my fullest potential.
She`s great with people and I think shes an excellent role model. She impressed me so much that I advised her could become a LIFE COACH/MENTOR.
Thank you so much Jaimi!!!
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
I have never received such high-class service during any recruitment exercise and would recommend Vanilla to anyone looking for a change. I certainly would not have considered such a massive life change as I have taken in this role without Vanilla there to help me along the way.
Thanks again !
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
It was also great to receive a card and a mug on my first day of work! It is the little things that keep us all happy. So thanks for that!!
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Jodie came to visit the client where I was working and took time out to meet me - and brought me a gift! That was so touching.
I’ve only had really positive experiences with Jodie even when I was placed in a fixed term contract with an assignment she found for me. She kept in touch and made sure that everything was going smoothly and offered her help and expertise on a couple of HR issues I had. I never once felt like just a number on her books. I even received another set of gifts to say good luck with my new role! Everyone at the office was like ‘what kind of temp agency is this?!?!’ LOL
They’ve obviously never seen such a thing. I really appreciated how I’ve been treated as a temp worker as I know in the industry we’re neither here nor there for a lot of employers and often get treated that way, to speak frankly!
I would highly recommend using her at Vanilla recruitment to hopefully secure a new job they may have advertised.
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
I am very happy in my new role and it is very ideal for me, I have nothing negative to say about Jodie, I owe her a lot for finding me this opportunity & I’m very much looking forward to being taken on permanently by the company.
Sarah (Candidate Experience Manager)
After having 1 interview, I secured the job and feel very excited about my new role! It is exactly what I have been looking for and the company has amazing values and great career opportunities!
I am really grateful to Jaimi for helping me to find this role and would highly recommend her to help in your job search.