Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services in the South West
Established in 1988, we have dedicated 37 years to connecting exceptional talent with thriving businesses across the South West. Our B-Corp certification reflects our commitment to ethical practices, while our 350+ five-star reviews underscore our reputation for quality. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract recruitment, serving sectors including finance, legal, IT, and engineering. Our team prioritises understanding client needs and candidate aspirations to ensure cultural and professional alignment. With regional expertise spanning Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Bristol, we combine local market knowledge with national standards.Our rigorous candidate screening process guarantees pre-vetted applicants, saving clients time and resources. We maintain transparency throughout recruitment journeys, offering salary benchmarking, interview support, and market insights. As industry leaders, we host HR events and publish sector-specific career advice to support workforce development. Our sister company, CA Tech Talent, addresses technical recruitment needs, ensuring comprehensive coverage of modern employment landscapes.
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Temporary Staffing
Contract Solutions
Executive Search
Tech Recruitment
Candidate Screening
Salary Benchmarking
Market Analysis
Interview Support
HR Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of regional recruitment expertise
- B-Corp certified ethical business practices
- 350+ five-star Google reviews
- Pre-vetted candidates with 2:1 interview-to-CV ratio
- Specialist knowledge across 10+ industry sectors
Associations and certifications
- B Corp
What people say
Proactive professionals
Excellent service
Top-quality candidates
Career guidance
Local expertise
Services
Permanent Recruitment
We specialise in identifying long-term talent solutions for businesses. Our process combines in-depth client consultations with rigorous candidate vetting to ensure cultural and professional alignment. With sector-specific expertise across finance, legal, and engineering fields, we deliver hires that match both technical requirements and organisational values. Our post-placement support ensures successful integration and long-term retention.
Temporary Staffing
Our temporary recruitment service provides rapid workforce solutions for short-term needs. We maintain a database of 25,000+ pre-vetted professionals, enabling same-day placements in critical roles. This service suits businesses requiring maternity cover, project-based support, or seasonal capacity expansion while maintaining operational flexibility.
Executive Search
We specialise in senior leadership appointments, including C-suite roles and fractional executives. Our discreet search methodology combines industry networking with targeted outreach to identify strategic leaders. We support both businesses seeking transformational leadership and professionals pursuing high-impact roles across the South West.
Tech Recruitment
Through our sister brand CA Tech Talent, we address technical recruitment needs across software development, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure. Our specialists understand emerging technology requirements, connecting innovative companies with engineers and consultants who drive digital transformation initiatives across the region.
Contract Solutions
We source skilled contractors for project-based engagements, both inside and outside IR35 regulations. Our database includes specialists in finance, legal, and engineering fields available for fixed-term contracts. This service provides businesses with workforce flexibility while maintaining compliance with evolving employment legislation.
People
Joanne Caine
Managing Director
With over 25 years in recruitment, Jo leads Cathedral Appointments as Managing Director. A Fellow of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation, she combines regional expertise with national industry insights to drive strategic growth.
Clodagh Murphy
Director
Clodagh brings three decades of technology sector leadership to her role. As former Managing Director of Eclipse Internet, she doubled company turnover while establishing strong IT recruitment networks across the South West.
Matt Wicks
Recruitment Manager
Matt specialises in accounting and finance recruitment, leveraging 20 years' experience from FTSE 250 recruitment firms. His expertise spans team development and both interim and permanent placement strategies for public and private sector clients.
Questions
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide permanent, temporary, and contract recruitment solutions across multiple sectors including finance, legal, IT, and engineering throughout the South West region.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
All candidates undergo two screening interviews before submission. We maintain a 2:1 interview-to-CV ratio, meaning two out of every three candidates we present receive interview invitations.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Bristol while maintaining a strong focus on local market dynamics and employment trends specific to the South West.
What makes you different from other agencies?
Our B-Corp certification reflects ethical practices. We combine 37 years' experience with rigorous candidate vetting and a consultative approach that prioritises understanding both business needs and candidate aspirations.
How quickly can you fill roles?
We achieve average placement times of 31 days for permanent roles, 5 days for specialist contractors, and 2 days for temporary positions through our efficient recruitment processes.
