Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Finance Recruitment Services in Brighton
Grafton Banks Finance has established itself as a trusted partner in finance recruitment since 2008. Our consultants combine extensive industry knowledge with a client-centric approach, specialising in placing qualified and part-qualified accountants up to director level across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. We prioritise understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations, offering tailored solutions through face-to-face meetings or comprehensive telephone interviews. Our service operates seven days a week with out-of-hours availability, ensuring flexibility for professionals balancing job searches with existing commitments. We maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process, always seeking candidate permission before applications and providing honest feedback at every stage.With offices in Hove, Reigate, and West Malling, we serve commerce, accountancy practices, public sector, and legal firms. Our reputation is built on communication, commitment, and trust, with consultants like Alex Gregory and Nigel Jeyes bringing decades of combined experience to every placement. We provide career guidance on CV preparation and market positioning, while maintaining transparency about opportunities and alternative options when necessary. Our equal opportunities policy ensures fair treatment for all candidates and clients regardless of background.
Services
Finance Recruitment
Interim Placements
Executive Search
Career Support
Client Communications
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years' experience in finance recruitment across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent
- Our consultants provide tailored career guidance and market insights
- We operate seven days a week with out-of-hours availability
- We conduct thorough candidate interviews and maintain strict confidentiality
- We prioritise understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations
What people say
Excellent communicator
Superior service
Thoroughly interviewed
Career guidance
Strict confidentiality
Services
Finance Recruitment
We specialise in placing qualified and part-qualified accountants into permanent and interim roles across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. Our consultants have extensive industry knowledge, connecting businesses with finance professionals from part-qualified to director level. We focus on understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations to ensure optimal matches.
Interim Placements
Our interim finance recruitment service connects organisations with experienced professionals for short-term assignments. We specialise in placing candidates in maternity cover positions, project-based roles, and temporary requirements across commerce, accountancy practices, and public sector organisations. Our consultants maintain regular contact throughout the assignment period.
Executive Search
We conduct targeted searches for senior finance professionals including Finance Directors and Partners. Our executive search service combines industry expertise with an understanding of leadership requirements at board level. We provide comprehensive candidate assessments and market insights to support strategic hiring decisions.
Career Support
We offer career guidance including CV preparation, interview coaching, and market positioning advice. Our consultants provide honest feedback about opportunities and help candidates understand their options in the finance job market. We maintain confidentiality throughout the job search process.
Client Communications
Our client communications service ensures clear understanding of business requirements and candidate expectations. We act as professional intermediaries between organisations and candidates, providing market insights and facilitating transparent discussions about roles and opportunities.
People
Nigel Jeyes
Owner & Director
With over 30 years' experience in finance recruitment since 1990, Nigel co-founded Grafton Banks Finance in 2008. He previously worked as a Director in London's recruitment sector before establishing the company during an economic recession. He has grown the business to become a leading provider in the South East.
Julia Jeyes
Owner & Director
Julia co-founded Grafton Banks Finance alongside Nigel and Alex. With a career spanning legal and finance recruitment, she previously managed legal teams for an international recruitment company. She has played a key role in growing the business to become a trusted provider across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent.
Alex Gregory
Managing Director
Alex has over 15 years' finance recruitment experience, establishing Grafton Banks Finance in 2008. He previously managed a permanent finance division and brings global perspective from his two-year round-the-world trip. He specialises in qualified permanent and temporary finance recruitment across Sussex and Surrey.
Paul Bavin
Director
Paul has over 15 years' recruitment experience, joining Grafton Banks Finance in 2010 to establish their part-qualified offering. He manages the interim finance division and previously worked with a leading international recruiter. He specialises in placing finance professionals across Sussex and Surrey.
Emma Bavin
Director
Emma joined Grafton Banks Finance in 2011 to develop the interim finance division. With experience from a large international recruiter, she specialises in placing interim finance professionals across Sussex and Surrey. She works closely with Paul Bavin to deliver recruitment solutions for businesses in the region.
Questions
What areas do you cover for finance recruitment?
We cover Sussex, Surrey, and Kent, with offices in Brighton (Hove), Reigate, and West Malling. We also work with clients and candidates beyond these areas when appropriate.
What levels of finance professionals do you place?
We place finance professionals from part-qualified accountants up to Finance Director and Partner level across various sectors including commerce, accountancy practices, and public sector.
How do you support candidates during job searches?
We offer CV guidance, market positioning advice, interview preparation, and honest feedback throughout the process. We maintain confidentiality and only approach employers with your permission.
Are your services available outside normal working hours?
Yes, we offer seven-day availability with out-of-hours support to accommodate professionals balancing job searches with existing commitments.
How do you ensure quality placements?
Our consultants conduct thorough interviews, either face-to-face or via telephone, and maintain regular contact throughout assignments. We focus on understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations for optimal matches.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in commerce & industry, accountancy practices, public sector, financial services, and legal firms, with consultants who have extensive knowledge of these specific markets.
