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          Headway Recruitment: HR & Recruitment

          Welcome to Headway Recruitment’s HR & Recruitment division, your trusted partner in finding top-tier talent for your organisation.

          Based in Leeds and Bradford, we are a renowned recruitment agency with a nationwide reach, specialising in HR & Recruitment. We are committed to helping businesses of all sizes secure HR professionals who will drive growth, innovation, and success.

          Our Reach

          While our roots are firmly planted in Leeds and Bradford, we serve clients across the UK. No matter where you are in the UK, we have the expertise and network to connect you with exceptional Human Resources candidates. HR is a vital function within any organisation.

          Unique Insight Model

          What sets us apart is our innovative Insight Model. We believe that successful HR recruitment extends beyond skills and qualifications. It’s about aligning the candidate’s personality and values with your company culture. Our unique Insight Model delves deep into the personality traits, work preferences, and cultural fit of each candidate, ensuring that your HR team not only possesses the required skills but also complements your organisation’s ethos and goals.

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          HR & Recruitment Testimonials

          Your HR & Recruitment Team

          Mark Gill

          Mark Gill

          Director

          I’m the owner of Headway Recruitment, a Leeds and Bradford-based recruitment firm that helps organisations find people who fit in – not just on paper, but in real life. We support businesses to grow with integrity through our unique Headway Recruitment Insight Platform, which includes psychometric testing, AI screening, and video interviewing.

          I believe fair recruitment and purposeful leadership can genuinely change the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to help great businesses find great people — simple as that.

          My psychometric profile is D (direct & driven), which basically means I love a challenge, hate fluff, and get a buzz from making things happen.

          When I’m not talking about recruitment, I’m usually running, leading Elastic Minds – a monthly men’s mental health running group in Leeds – or off adventuring with my partner and our four kids. We spend a lot of time crammed into a campervan, discovering wild swimming spots and arguing over the best playlist!

          Follow me on LinkedIn for honest thoughts on business, leadership, life, and running.

          Annabel Lewis

          Annabel Lewis

          Managing Director

          Annabel Lewis is Managing Director at Headway Recruitment. She has been part of the business since 2004 and now leads the team across Leeds and Bradford, shaping the culture, direction and long-term success of the company.

          Over more than two decades, Annabel has built trusted, long-standing relationships with clients and candidates alike. As Headway Managing Director, she brings deep insight into what makes a successful hire — looking beyond CVs to focus on values, behaviours and long-term fit. Importantly, she has never lost her passion for the core of recruitment and still enjoys being closely involved in making the right matches.

          Annabel works closely with employers across Leeds and Bradford, supporting permanent and interim hiring through Headway’s insight-led approach. You can learn more about how the business supports organisations through its Recruitment Services and specialist Engineering Recruitment offering.

          As a leader, Annabel is known for her calm, collaborative style. She believes the best results come from trust, consistency and shared accountability. Under her leadership, Headway has continued to grow while staying true to its values of fairness, integrity, and people-first recruitment.

          Her psychometric profile reflects an Influence-Steady style, which shows in her approachable nature, clear communication and ability to bring people together. As Headway Director, Annabel focuses on building teams that last — both internally and for the clients Headway supports.

          Outside of work, Annabel is rarely still. She enjoys organising trips and social events, keeping busy with friends and family, and making the most of time away from the office.

          Follow Annabel on LinkedIn here to see her thoughts on recruitment, leadership, and life at Headway.

          FAQs

          With four decades of experience, Headway Recruitment has been a trusted name in the UK’s HR recruitment landscape. We’ve successfully placed countless candidates in a variety of HR roles, from HR generalists to HR directors, contributing to the growth and success of organisations across industries.

          At Headway Recruitment, our extensive industry experience has honed our sourcing strategies. We employ a diverse range of techniques, tapping into our vast network, leveraging job boards, social media, and attending networking events, ensuring we find the right HR talent for your organisation.

          With 40 years of experience, we’ve remained at the forefront of HR recruitment by continuously staying informed about evolving UK employment laws and regulations. We are active members of leading HR organisations, and our team regularly participates in seminars and webinars to ensure compliance and provide expert guidance.

          Our interview and assessment techniques at Headway Recruitment are refined over decades. We conduct in-depth interviews and utilise a variety of proven methods, including behavioural and situational questions. Our aim is to assess a candidate’s HR expertise thoroughly, ensuring they are a great fit for your organisation.

          Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our approach. Headway Recruitment prioritises these values by employing blind recruitment techniques, diverse interview panels, and actively seeking out candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. Our goal is to help you build inclusive HR teams that reflect the rich diversity of the UK workforce.

          With 40 years of experience, we’ve utilised various ATS and HR software platforms, including JobAdder. These tools have been instrumental in streamlining the recruitment process, providing you with a seamless and efficient experience.

          We are well-versed in assessing cultural fit at Headway Recruitment. We delve deep into a candidate’s values, work style, and alignment with your company culture. By leveraging our experience, we ensure that the candidates we present are not only qualified but also complement your organisational culture.

          Over our 40-year history, we’ve navigated countless recruitment challenges with finesse. Our approach is built on open and honest communication, aligning the interests of both candidates and companies. We’ve successfully negotiated offers and mitigated counteroffers to secure exceptional HR talent.

          Certainly. In our long history, Headway Recruitment was entrusted with filling a critical HR leadership role on a tight timeline. Leveraging our experience and network, we identified, assessed, and secured a highly qualified candidate who not only met the requirements but also contributed significantly to the client’s success.

          At Headway Recruitment, we measure success through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as time-to-fill, quality of hire, and candidate retention rates. Our 40 years of experience have refined our processes, and we continually seek feedback to ensure that your recruitment needs are met.

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