Emma Purdon was great! Really helpful and make the process of starting and getting a new job as easy as possible, she found a perfect fitting role for me!
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AVOID. They have no respect for their workers. They failed to inform me about my shifts being cancelled. They give you the worker handbook, but they don't follow ANYTHING written in it. Never in my li... See more
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I signed up with Major Recruitment in Bristol. I have been managed by Jade Ingleston. Over the past few months Jade has been amazing, always immediately replying and resolving any queries. Jade is ve... See more
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I've had a great experience with Major Recruitment Glasgow branch namely Alan. Very professional, friendly, reassuring when you just lost your job and don't know your way around in the flood of job se... See more
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Major Recruitment – People First. Always. At Major Recruitment, we believe recruitment should feel human, not transactional. For over 34 years, we’ve been connecting great people with great businesses across the UK, building careers, strengthening teams and creating partnerships that genuinely last. We recruit across Manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, Professional Services, Driving, Healthcare and more – supporting everyone from ambitious jobseekers to growing SMEs and national brands. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or your next hire, our expert consultants take the time to understand you, not just your CV or job spec. We’re proud of our culture, known internally as the Major family – built on being genuine, passionate, resilient and progressive. That means honest advice, fast responses, real support and always doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching. We don’t believe in quick fixes or box-ticking recruitment. We believe in long-term relationships, open conversations and delivering results that make a real difference. If you’ve worked with Major Recruitment – as a candidate or a client – your feedback matters. It helps us improve, grow and continue raising the bar. Tell us about your experience. We’d love to hear from you.
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16a Market Avenue, HD1 2BB, Huddersfield, United Kingdom
- 0161 669 5779
- marketing@major-recruitment.com
- major-recruitment.com
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I applied for a job with major…
I applied for a job with major recruitment ltd on tues 12 august,
No phone call, No email, no acknowledgment, nothing
this is a disgrace that they didn't have the common courtesy to contact me about the job.
just ignored, waste of time

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Work for Major Recruitment …
That was a pleasure work for Major Recruitment. Very nice agents and great communication .

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Great agency
I can’t say anything but great things about this agency, I was back in work within days of signing up with them. I never had an issue with wages plus could get hold of them whenever I needed to, have recommended them to my friends as they are also very helpful and friendly.

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Absolutely outstanding experience with…
Absolutely outstanding experience with Lou from start to finish.
Louise has been nothing short of incredible throughout my entire recruitment journey. From our very first conversation, she filled me with confidence and positivity, taking the time to truly get to know me, my experience, my goals, and what really matters to me in a role.
What really stood out was how thoughtfully she prepared me for each stage of the process. Her interview tips were insightful, tailored, and genuinely made a difference to how I presented myself. She made me feel supported every step of the way.
It has genuinely been the best recruitment experience I’ve ever had. Louise is not only brilliant at what she does, she’s also a lovely person with an incredibly approachable and uplifting style. A fabulous woman with a fabulous approach, and genuinely impossible not to like.

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The best agency in England
Ashleigh is a credit to your company. She is very professional and thoughtful. The process was quick, clear and calm communication. They have secured a permanent position for me. Huge thank you to Ashleigh and the whole Major Recruitment team 🙏🏽 I would highly recommend Major Recruitment any day. Thanks Walter 😊

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Excellent customer service
Excellent customer service. I would definitely recommend Major Recruitment.

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Was very fair
She was very good at her job share the work out fair and keeps you in formed

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Great agency
Great agency. Gary set me up with an ongoing job at a good company in Heywood. My experience has been great with the agency.

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Work
I was looking for work neee Christmas time and it failed but Gary from the agency didn’t give up till he found me one. Got me straight into a great company in the matter of hours and I’ve been there since. Great company and always on hand and literally from my own experience they went above and beyond to help sort things out for me. Couldn’t rate more highly. Thank you guys

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I’m working as a temporary worker and…
I’m working as a temporary worker and it’s a great environment and nice friendly people.

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they don't pay properly
For several weeks now, they have not been able to pay the correct rate for overtime and outstanding vacation, I DO NOT RECOMMEND
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Very good service Karina lovely keeps you updated with everything would highly recommend well looked after very good company 😀
Thank you

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Happy to recommend
Worked as a temporary driver for Major Recruitment for 4 months, nice friendly people to work for, gave me plenty of shifts and was paid promptly. The experience led to me to being offered a full time role at Sainsburys where I am now. Happy to recommend, many thanks and good luck.

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Fantastic Service from Michelle Coulson of the Newcastle Branch"
I have been assisted by "Michelle Coulson of the Newcastle Branch" in being placed in a Temporary position.
She has kept me updated in respect to the application.
This is one of the first agencies which has provided feedback.
Feedback whether positive or negative, really helps when you are applying for numerous positions.

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Having worked for this agency for…
Having worked for this agency for around 14 weeks I have nothing but good to say.
Anything I asked for in terms of information and support I always got.
Clear and prompt calls and messages when required.
Since starting work as a driver I have not been out of work since starting and have now been taken on full time, so a huge thanks to the Castle Donington/Derby teams
Would have no problem recommending Major at all and will use again in future if needed
Thankyou
Dave H

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Avoid
Avoid, they are the worst agency I have had to deal with, message them multiple times and just ignored, waste of time
Update Newton Aycliffe
Update, what a complete lie I have never spoke on the phone and send me the abusive emails because there is none
And hard to get hold of yous never reply to my emails and never get phone calls, i will be contacting E.A.S after these lies

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Disgusting agency who expect free slave…
Disgusting agency who haven’t paid for a shift after still waiting for over a month with continuous lies, expect free slave labour, some staff have a terrible confrontational phone manner and stinking attitude. Don’t waste your time.

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I tried to find out how to make complaint about one of their recruiters
I tried to find out how to make a complaint about one of their recruiters through the proper channels by both checking their website and emailing their Huddersfield office (as I believe this is where the Directors of the business are registered), but there was no indication of how to do this and the Huddersfield office never replied.
Hi John,
Is the problem with the Huddersfield office? Any issue with an employee should be made to the Branch Manager of the branch you are dealing with. If you give us the branch, we can give you the telephone number and name of who you need to speak to, as we obviously would like to solve this for you.
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I don't know because the recruiter does not make mention of which office they are working out of when you read their emails, e.g. in a signature block for example.

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Darren at the Oldbury branch was…
Darren at the Oldbury branch was excellent very professional and very good at his job. A very good experience

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