Permanent Recruitment.

At Jo Holdsworth Recruitment, we help businesses hire permanent staff with a proven process that is straightforward and stress-free. With over 20 years of experience recruiting across Leeds and West Yorkshire, our team knows the local market inside out and has developed the industry knowledge and instinct necessary to identify exceptional talent.

Hire Permanent Staff in Leeds & West Yorkshire

We partner with you to understand the bigger picture, including what your team needs now and what it will need in the future.

From role scoping and headhunting to salary benchmarking and market insight, we provide data-led guidance so you can make the right hiring decisions. Whether you’re hiring your next Personal Assistant, Office Manager or Marketing Executive, our team becomes an extension of yours.

Our Areas of Specialisation

• Legal Operations
• Management
• Finance
• Sales & Account Management
• Business Support
• Customer Service
• HR & Talent Acquisition
• Marketing & Public Relations

Why Choose JHR for Permanent Recruitment?

Genuine local expertise:

We have 20+ years’ experience recruiting across West Yorkshire.

Bespoke consultation:

Every search we do is shaped by your culture, team and long-term goals.

Thorough candidate screening:

We search for people with matching values, experience and attitude, not just skills.

Dedicated account management:

You’ll have a dedicated consultant providing sensibleexpert advice and insight into market.

Focus on retention:

We help you hire people who want to stay, contribute and grow within your business.

Meet Our Permanent Recruitment Team

Jo Holdsworth

Managing Director

Emily Lilley

Manager

Danielle Hurley

Managing Consultant

Examples of permanent recruitment solutions

Permanent employment

Finding the perfect fit for permanent roles by meeting both the candidate and the company’s individual needs = better retention rates.

Fixed term contract employment

We can support on fixed term contract needs from 6 months+ across the UK, for maternity/paternity cover, project support and much more.

Temporary to Permanent employment

We can arrange for initial employment on a temporary basis for an agreed period of time, moving the contract to a permanent role when the right time comes.

Our Trusted Partners

See What Employers & Jobseekers in Leeds Say About Us

Emma Newbould

1 month ago

Amazing service from start to finish! Teams/Phone calls daily to keep me updated to landing a role within the legal field only after my first interview. Couldn’t thank Hannah Kerr enough, you’ve been amazing!

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Lucy Fraser

1 month ago

I have had a really great experience working with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. Davina was great at keeping me informed and giving me all necessary information at all times. Really appreciate all the help- thank you Davina!

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Colinette Hazel

2 months ago

I approached JH Recruitment some months ago. While we did not end up working together, I wanted to highlight their excellent customer service. First I emailed their shared inbox and someone (didn't get their name) said to submit my CV and it would be sent to the relevant consultant. They replied very quickly, within one day. I submitted my CV and Charlotte S called and also emailed me. She was so thorough. I explained my job preferences and she clarified that while they were advertising for a role similar to what I was seeking, their primary focus was not in that specific sector. She gave more information about that particular role and we both agreed that it was not suitable. Having experience as both a job seeker and someone who has worked in recruitment, I really value JH Recruitment's timely updates and respectful communication, much preferable to being left in the dark without any response. Not beating around the bush also saves everyone's time - I appreciate that.

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Chris Kenyon

2 months ago

Charlotte Stead & Emily Lilley were fantastic & really helped me understand the role I was applying for. I was at a bit of a crossroads in my career and looking for something to suit me (lifestyle/culture) rather than where I would make the most money and Charlotte/Emily helped introduce me to my new role which ticked all boxes for me in terms of my next move. Seamless recruitment process. Thank you!

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Emmie Clemennce

2 months ago

The girls at Jo Holdsworth are so helpful, Hannah was supportive every step of process and always easy to get a hold of if needed ☺️

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Hilary McDowell

2 months ago

If you are looking for a new role then I highly recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. Andrea and the team were professional, responsive and took the time to really understood what I was looking for

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A Google User

3 months ago

I have had the pleasure of working with both Monica and Davina from JHR, who have been incredibly supportive and proactive when it came to helping me on my career path. They listened attentively, taking on everything I said in regards to my ambitions and ideals, offering support with my CV and guidance on interviews, resulting in me securing my dream role. I am very grateful to both, and would recommend these services to anyone seeking help with placement!

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Jonny Wood

3 months ago

By far the best experience I’ve had with a recruiter. Davina really took the time to find out what I was looking for, was friendly and personable. We had constant communication during each stage of the hiring process which was really valuable. She constantly kept me informed and I could tell she had my best interests at heart. Would highly recommend.

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Kwaku Ofosu

4 months ago

I had an excellent experience working with Jo Holdsworth Recruitment. Davina was incredibly professional, responsive, and genuinely committed to helping me find the right opportunity. She took the time to understand my skills, career goals, and preferences, and matched me with a role that was a perfect fit. Thanks to their support, I landed a position I'm truly excited about. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for personalized and effective job placement support.

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Olivia Rose

4 months ago

I cannot recommend Jo Holdsworth Recruitment, enough! Charlotte was amazing in finding me a great role for my new career path. She supported me through it all, giving some great advice for the interview and keeping up communication until the contract came through. Once I signed up with JHR, so many more opportunities opened up for me. I would come back to JHRecruitment straight away if I ever need to find a new role.

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We’ll help you find the right person for the right role.

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+44 (0)113 2337760

Permanent Recruitment FAQs

Q: What types of permanent roles do you recruit for?

A: We place candidates in a wide range of business support, customer service, HR, finance, marketing, and management roles – from junior to senior levels.

Q: How do you ensure a candidate is the right fit for my business?

A: We take time to understand your culture, values, and team dynamics, and use detailed screening and competency-based interviews to assess alignment beyond skills alone.

Q: How long does the permanent recruitment process take?

A: Timelines vary depending on the role, but our established candidate network and proactive sourcing mean we can move quickly without compromising on quality.

Q: Can you help with hard-to-fill or specialist permanent roles?

A: Yes. Our experienced consultants, local market insight, and broad network mean we can support even niche or specialist permanent recruitment needs.

Q: Do you provide advice on job descriptions or salaries?

A: Absolutely. We offer market insight on salaries, job specs, and candidate expectations to help shape roles that attract the best talent.

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