About WSR
Established since 1997, WSR is an expert in the provision of recruitment, human resources and training services. Recruiting is not a transaction, it's the start of a new relationship. We take a holistic approach to your resourcing needs with services to optimise the recruitment, development and retention of your employee population, with benefits to employee engagement and your cost base.
To make it even easier to do business with us, we have a Monthly Payment Plan to spread your costs. With our extensive network of over 850 independent recruiters plus our in-depth profiling approach, we have a reputation for placing candidates who stay.
Start a conversation today to see how we can help your business or help you find a new role, we would love to hear from you.
Our values are what drives us as a business……
Our sectors
We specialise in five key sectors recruiting for permanent, interim and temporary roles at all levels.
Our experienced team recruit Accountancy & Finance professionals at all levels for a wide range of companies. We work closely with our clients to get a thorough understanding of the role they are looking to fill, ensuring that we recommend candidates who are not only capable of fulfilling the role but will become fully engaged in your company!
We recruit for a broad range of roles across Accountancy and Finance including:
Accounts...
Business Administration covers a wide range of roles that are the foundation of any organisation it includes all aspects of overseeing and supervising business operations. This ranges from looking after customers, staff, processes & procedures to ensuring compliance with legislation. We recruit for roles at all levels both temporary and permanent within this area.
We recruit for a broad range of roles across Business Admin Support including:
Administrator
Executive Assistant
Personal Assistant
Sales...
Across the UK and Europe we work with a range of companies to source the best engineering and technical talent. A wide range of companies trust us with their engineering and technical recruitment covering areas such as construction, food processing manufacturers and plant hire companies. Our knowledge and experience in this field means that we can match the candidates with the right skills to the role and fill the vacancy as quickly as possible.
We recruit for...
The marketing and sales teams play a vital part in taking businesses forward which is why it is paramount to get the right people for these important roles.
This is where we help! We will work with you to profile the role and understand the culture in your organisation and identify what success looks like within your industry. Only then will we provide you with a selection of suitable candidates to interview
We recruit for a broad range of...
The increase in online shopping has seen massive growth in the Warehousing & Logistics sector and this has led to increased demand for available and dependable staff. With two offices in Milton Keynes and Corby we are well placed to find staff for companies operating within these towns and the surrounding areas. We recruit for roles at all levels both temporary and permanent within warehousing and logistics. We have extensive knowledge of the local market and can tap...
Latest vacancies
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HR Business Partner
Milton KeynesIf you’re a HR Business Partner looking to develop in a fun and friendly team, then this is the job for you! We’re currently searching for someone with a general back of HR experience with CIPD level 5 or 7.This role is excellent for someone looking to provide a wide range of support - from contracts, to payroll to grievances.We’re looking for someone who has a strong background as a HR BP or Manager and experience managing the set-up of a new HR or payroll system. In addition, the ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, the ability to produce HR statistic reports and Excel that is intermediate level.This is a great opportunity to join a professional company that puts great value in investing in its people. Along with an attractive salary, there are a number of benefits that make the role even more appealing that include, 25 days holiday, pension, healthcare, flexible working, ability to buy extra holiday and many more…..Get in touch with one of our dedicated consultants to see if this could be the perfect role for you! -
Marketing Manager
BedfordHours: 37.5 per week (Flexible working) Location: Bedford Objective of role To plan, create, implement, manage and deliver a creative marketing strategy, specifically building growth within key sectors whilst also building greater value and retention with the current customer base. You will deliver a range of communications and content across key channels such as Linked In, market-specific blogs, Instagram, email marketing, other digital advertising. You will understand brand management, have experience of building a brand and positioning across key marketing channels, SEO and digital media management. An ideal opportunity to work within a creative space, with autonomy and growth opportunities in a business that thinks differently. We want to increase the brand's digital exposure, generate a global reach and maintain our expert brand positioning through our digital strategy. We are happy to be disruptive, always engaging and influencing positive change within our sector. Key responsibilities • Create, drive and implement the businesses marketing strategy • Establish and grow the brand voice, tone and positioning for Building Transformation • Creative concept development, planning, production and activation of all content, pictures, videos and campaigns • Develop and implement a comprehensive social media marketing strategy, engaging with people, sparking debates, sharing content, generating enquiries where relevant • Implement campaigns which help bring business values to life and build key partnerships within the core business market that build sustainable growth platforms • Help grow market share, business value and awareness of brand and business services • Ensure timely, creative and meaningful content to increase the reach & engagement of target market • Find interesting ways to grow our business engagement, brand building campaigns through events, podcasts, articles, product sales, reviews, competitions, giveaways etc; • Using specific social channels, media and PR agency you will look to build traction in each channel, measuring, producing and managing the success of content to help support future growth, in line with the business strategy • Work with a range of campaign ideas that need expanding and implementing as well as a rich pool of existing content to work with and curate into compelling campaigns and stories • Develop social media and content strategy for the brand business along with setting lead generation objectives • Create content where needed that can be used for blogs and email marketing • Set and manage budgets, scheduling and forecasting content delivery • Measure delivery of campaign effectiveness to ensure maximum engagement, setting KPI’s in line with business strategy • Manage communications and liaise PR agency with content and media, placing stories both on and offline in identified, recognised influencer channels and publications. • Work with Digital Marketing Manager to create target market-specific content, advertising and sales materials where required • Help plan, resource new copy blogs and articles for distribution and maximise current content • Content management: Capturing core business case studies and pushing through key channels, remarketing and building value with current customers and new markets • Content production: Plan project documentation videos, liaise with videographers and finalising edits, support production of new brand videos, storyboarding, video shorts production and editing are key to this role Context Building Transformation experts and bring a building back to life, we help buildings live into the 21st Century and beyond, our solutions and long-term approach help maximise façades performance and encourage positive environmental space. We want to influence change through-out the globe and future proof building for people to enjoy. Knowledge, skills and experience • At least 5 years’ experience of B2B marketing at a senior level • Excellent content skills for digital media • General understanding of communications, PR, branding, marketing principles as well as a strong interest in and understanding of the digital media landscape and social media • Familiarity with brand management • Impeccable eye for detail • Excellent organisational, time management, presentation and communication skills. • Strong research and interpretation skill • A sound understanding of Adobe CC (image and video applications) • A sound understanding of Microsoft Office • The ability to liaise with external clients as and when required to generate new content • The willingness to pursue ongoing learning Personal Qualities • A positive and self-motivated personality • The ability to think on your feet and use your initiative • Innovative, creative and strategic thinker who can work calm under pressure to deliver results • A positive and collaborative working relationship with colleagues • Able to work extended hours on occasions when required • Enthusiasm, confidence and a willingness to learn in a fast-moving environment What we offer • Flexible working arrangements and a shared vision that "happy workers" benefit everyone • Documented training support and CPD Program • Summer working hours (where practical and dependant on business needs) • £38,000 - £42,000 salary - dependant on experience • Performance-related bonuses • Gym membership and use of onsite gym and shower facilities -
Credit Controller
Milton KeynesThe day-to-day duties of the Credit Controller include managing debtor accounts in an assigned portfolio of customers, ensuring timely payments are made, processing incoming funds, resolving account queries and managing debt recovery. The Credit Controller is a key figure in supporting the financial function of a business, which requires the building and maintaining of strong relationships with clients to ensure the smooth running of their accounts. • Working within a team of 5 credit controllers • Working closely with the Credit Manager, colleagues across the business plus internal & external customers • Controlling ledgers in excess of £5m Duties and responsibilities: • Ensuring customers pay to terms • Maximising aged debt collection • Working closely alongside stakeholders to minimise risk whilst supporting business growth • Supporting the evaluation of customer credit limits • Ensure customers pay to terms and chase any overdue invoices • Processing incoming funds & maintain the reconciliation of accounts • Managing account queries to resolution • Maintain the credit control system and processes in collaboration with Sales, Marketing and Finance colleagues • Check customer’s credit and approve or decline applications based on company standards and requirements • Maintain accurate master data records • Work closely with the Credit Manager to improve and implement debt collection processes when there are any overdue invoices or payments, and initiate legal proceedings if necessary. Essential skills, knowledge, and experience: • Proven experience within a busy Credit Control / Sales Ledger function • Experience of controlling ledgers in excess of £5m • Working knowledge of Credit reference agencies and associated technologies • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) • Computer literate – Microsoft Office • Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail • The ability to listen to customers and negotiate solutions Benefits include: • Competitive Salary • Contributory Pension • Life assurance • 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Employee Assistance Programme • Staff Perks & Savings Scheme • Free Parking • Free Tea and Coffee -
Graduate Marketing Assistant
Newport PagnellWSR have been successful in the recruitment sector for over 20 years and have decided toextend its services beyond recruitment, based on industry knowledge andexperience, there is a real opportunity for us to offer additional peoplerelated services. These have been defined as HR Support Services andTraining & Development. We have developed a new brand to reflect the newservices we will be offering, a new website has also been launched.We now need to market and promote the whole range of services to existing and new clients. We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual who ispassionate about marketing, someone that will be able to work with us todevelop a range of marketing initiatives to connect with the target market tocreate sales opportunities. The role is varied and will cover event planning,market research to find opportunities for the business, social media activity,account based marketing and digital marketing. This is a great opportunity toreally get 'hands-on' in a marketing role working alongside an experiencedmarketer, so there will lots of opportunity to learn how marketing works in thereal world. DUTIES& RESPONSIBILITIES:• Assist with the production of marketing materials and literature to roll out the new brandingrecently created• Assist with the creation of social media content across all our platforms to raiseawareness of the full range of services now available •Contribute to plans for promotional campaigns and be confident is using email marketing software•Evaluate marketing campaigns using tracking and analytical software and assess theresults and identify sales opportunities• Help organise events, exhibitions and seminars, making bookings and overseeing theguest list and follow up activity after the event• Create content, upload to the website and social media pages•Liaise with graphic designers to produce marketing materials •Help with presentations if required when tendering for new business•Competitor Analysis activity and general market research to identifyopportunities for the business• Visit clients, prospects, attend trade shows, networking events and exhibitions Personal Attributes An enthusiastic, energetic someone, who is creative and looking for ways to helpgrow the businessGraduate Degree Marketing/PR/ Public Relations Skills /abilities/ competencies Ability to contribute individually and lead, manage, or participate in cross-functionalteams Excellent writing skills Excellent presentation skills
Our testimonials
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Diana -
I have been living in England now for 6 years and have never before received such a professional customer service as I have from Working Solutions. No inhuman or humiliating behaviour like at so many employment agencies. I felt very much as if they really need you and want to help you find work. There personal touch that they have and able to see your strengths and understanding your needs straight away help to find you work quickly. Once you have...
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Jo -
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the team. Within 24 hours of forwarding my CV I was called and offered to go down to the office to discuss what sort of work I was looking for and the hours that I needed. I always thought that because I needed part time hours due to having children, this task was going to prove difficult, also the fact that I'd been out of work for a while I felt a...
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Troy -
The job is brilliant and the people are fun and nice to work with. It might only be a weeks work but it wouldn't have been possible without you, so I just wanted to say thank you very much
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Colin -
It has to be said the staff at Working Solutions are absolute superstars. From First contact to placing a person in a job is an absolute pleasure. I don't want to pick out any one member because they all work hard at what they do. The personal touch is exemplary. I now have a job in which I believe will be the last job I have. Entrust your future in Working Solutions.
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Siobhan -
The best recruiter that I have ever met! I worked with Working Solutions Recruitment last year when I was looking for a new role. They really took time to understand my skills and explained fully the role they were putting me forward for, this in turn made the interview easier as I knew a lot about the job I was applying for. Following the interview I was delighted to receive my job offer within 48 hours, I can safely say...
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Retail Space Designers -
We have used Working Solutions since July 2004 and have built a very good working relationship with them, having always found them to be highly professional and helpful in our dealings. The quality of staff they have supplied and the service we have received is extremely good and I would not hesitate to recommend Working Solutions to any company looking to resolve staffing issues.
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Surface Technologies Manufacturer -
We use Working Solutions for both commercial and industrial placements and, unlike other agencies, they take the time to understand our needs and accurately match our detailed requirements. In the fast-moving and changing economic climate that we find ourselves in today where time is at a premium, WS will work on our behalf until they find us the right match. A big positive is their after-service which includes periodic site visits to ensure that both hirer and placement are completely...
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Creative Stationery Manufacturer -
Since being placed by Working Solutions Recruitment Services as secretary to the Finance Director/Financial Controller and HR Director, for the last 12 years I have used Working Solutions Recruitment Services to find suitable candidates for job vacancies at my company. Again, I have always found the company to be diligent in our working relationships and would have no hesitation in recommending their services to any company.
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Retail Merchant Services -
Many thanks for all the assistance that you have provided to us. Working Solutions have been invaluable to us in helping expand our business development team. The team is now well established and has already delivered tangible value to the business. I must in particular thank them for their efforts and patience in getting to understand the type of individual that will fit in with our culture. This has, without doubt, helped to save us considerable time in our selection...
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Sports Leadership Training Provider -
I have found Working Solutions to be a great organisation to deal with. I would always recommend them to other organisations and friends.
Working for us
At WSR we are always on the lookout for talented and forward thinking people to join our team.
We want you to succeed and achieve in this demanding and competitive industry and this is why we provide you with every opportunity to grow and develop your career.
Here are some on the benefits you can enjoy working for WSR.
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Quarterly Performance Lunches
It goes without saying that everyone likes to be respected and acknowledged for their contribution to the company. As a business we like to recognise team members who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in their role. This is why we set up Quarterly Performance Lunches scheme, it is our way of saying a big thanks to those who have worked extra hard over the previous quarter.
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Great Earning Potential
If you are looking to work hard and have serious earning potential then WSR is the right company for you, we have a generous commission and bonus structure. We want people to be successful and to get the rewards for the effort they put in!
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Challenging and Exciting Environment
We’ve created a challenging, exciting and high energy environment with lots of prospects for advancement. We encourage people to learn new skills, share ideas and to believe that they sky really is the limit when it comes to what they can do to reach their full potential!
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Supported Learning and Development
We want everyone in the team to be the best they can be, this is why learning from experienced members of the team can make things easier for less experienced and new people to get to grips with their role. Regular in house training and one-to-ones are just some of the initiatives we have in place to develop skills and confidence.
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Fantastic Team Atmosphere
We have a great team atmosphere at WSR, everyone works hard towards achieving the common goal which is to grow the business. The environment is helpful and supportive, no egos here! Each team member has a vital part to play to achieve their personal objectives which in turn delivers overall company success.
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Structured Career Development Plan
We know how important it is to have a career development plan in place so team members know where they are in their journey with WSR. We work with every employee to create their own personal plan to identify career goals and the skills and knowledge required to achieve them.
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