Oliver James is a privately held company specializing in staffing and recruiting. Founded in 2002, our headquarters are located in Manchester, United Kingdom. As a recruitment agency, we focus on delivering flexible hiring solutions tailored to the specific needs of businesses across various sectors including financial services, professional services, commerce, and industry.

Our mission is centered around a relationship-led approach, providing hands-on support through expert consultants and dedicated account managers. We aim to help our clients secure the right talent, ensuring long-term value for their organizations. Whether addressing confidential leadership roles, scaling project teams, or building future capabilities, our services are designed to adapt to the changing goals of our clients.

We pride ourselves on our methodical approach to staffing, consulting, and outsourcing. By prioritizing alignment over availability, we assist businesses in hiring the right candidates the first time, enabling reduced risk and heightened long-term return on investment. Our array of services includes permanent, temporary, and executive recruitment, alongside contract staffing and outsourcing solutions through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Managed Service Provider (MSP) programs. Furthermore, our consulting services support complex changes and transformation initiatives, both broad and niche, facilitating de-risked and accelerated outcomes.

Our expertise spans multiple areas including Accountancy & Finance, Technology, Actuarial, Risk & Compliance, Transformation & Change, Underwriting, Claims, and Legal. Each specialty is approached with deep industry knowledge and a commitment to delivering effective solutions.

We maintain a strong geographic presence with 12 offices located across the United States, Europe, and Asia. This global reach, combined with local insights, enhances our capability to serve businesses internationally, ensuring smart and effective hiring solutions wherever they are needed.

In summary, at Oliver James, we are dedicated to facilitating strong recruitment partnerships and delivering robust hiring processes. Through our global network and deep market understanding, we help businesses achieve their staffing goals efficiently and effectively.