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About us

Sheffield recruitment, done with integrity.

We started Shirebrook because we were tired of agencies that said one thing and did another. Honesty isn't a selling point for us, it's just how we work.

Where we came from.

Shirebrook Recruitment was founded in Sheffield by people who had spent years working in recruitment and grown frustrated with the way it was done. Too many agencies chasing fees, sending unsuitable CVs, and going quiet the moment a placement fell through.

We set out to do it differently. That means being straight with clients about what's realistic, being straight with candidates about what's out there, and never putting a placement ahead of the right outcome for both sides.

We recruit across every sector: engineering, technology, construction, finance, operations, and more. What stays the same regardless of the role is how we work: carefully, honestly, and with a genuine interest in getting it right.

What we stand for.

Honesty above all.

We tell clients and candidates the truth, even when it's not what they want to hear. That's the only way to build trust that lasts.

No shortcuts.

We meet every candidate in person and visit every client site. Recruitment done properly takes time, and we're not in a rush to cut corners.

Sheffield through and through.

We're proud to be rooted in South Yorkshire. We know this city, its industries, and its people, and that knowledge makes us better at what we do.

Long-term thinking.

We'd rather make one placement that works than three that don't. Our reputation depends on getting it right, not just getting it done.

Come and have a conversation.

Whether you're hiring or looking, we'd love to hear from you. No obligation, just an honest chat about what you need.