Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services in Oxford
Allen Associates was founded in Oxfordshire in 1998 with a vision to redefine recruitment through service excellence and value-driven relationships. Our approach prioritises understanding the unique needs of both employers and jobseekers, ensuring precise matches that foster long-term success. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in permanent and temporary roles across PA/Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, and Finance. Our team conducts in-depth interviews with every candidate, guaranteeing vetted professionals who align with clients' cultural and operational requirements. Headquartered in Oxford, we serve businesses and professionals across Oxfordshire and neighbouring regions, combining local expertise with a national perspective.Our commitment to ethical recruitment is reflected in our community partnerships and headline sponsorship of the OX5 RUN for Oxford Children's Hospital. Under the leadership of founders Kate and Rob Allen, alongside Managing Director Eleanor Bromage, we maintain a client-centric ethos that values relationships over transactions. This philosophy has earned us consistent praise from clients like Hellios and Osler Diagnostics, who highlight our market insights and candidate quality. By focusing on career development for individuals and team-building for organisations, we help businesses thrive while advancing professional aspirations.
Services
PA Recruitment
HR Staffing
Marketing Roles
Finance Placements
Temporary Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We interview every candidate to ensure cultural and professional alignment
- 25+ years of specialist recruitment experience in Oxfordshire
- Proven track record placing candidates in roles lasting over 12 years
- Free monthly HR Hub events with industry experts
- Community-focused approach supporting local charities since 1998
What people say
Excellent jobs
Consistently good service
Professional team
Career advancement
Great match
Services
PA Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for personal assistant and administrative roles at all levels. We identify candidates with precise organisational skills and professional discretion. Our process matches temperament and experience to workplace culture for long-term placements.
HR Staffing
Connecting businesses with HR professionals for temporary and permanent roles. We source candidates with expertise in employment law, talent management, and strategic workforce planning. Our network includes specialists at graduate to director levels across Oxfordshire.
Marketing Roles
Recruitment solutions for marketing positions ranging from digital specialists to campaign managers. We identify creative professionals with proven track records in brand development and multi-channel marketing strategies tailored to client objectives.
Finance Placements
Matching qualified finance professionals with businesses requiring bookkeeping, financial analysis, and strategic accounting expertise. Our candidates hold recognised qualifications and experience across sectors including education and healthcare.
Temporary Staffing
Flexible staffing solutions for short-term business needs. Our pre-vetted temporary workers provide cover for maternity leave, project requirements, and seasonal demand across administration, marketing, and finance functions.
People
Kate Allen
Executive Chair and Marketing Director
Co-founder with 25+ years recruitment expertise, specialising in marketing roles and strategic business development. Champion of ethical recruitment practices.
Rob Allen
Finance Director
Co-founder overseeing financial operations, bringing commercial acumen to recruitment solutions. Maintains focus on long-term client relationships over transactional interactions.
Eleanor Bromage
Managing Director
Appointed in 2023 to lead daily operations. Combines modern leadership with the founders' original vision for service excellence in Oxfordshire recruitment.
Questions
What recruitment specialisms do you offer?
We specialise in PA/Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, and Finance roles at all levels from graduate to director positions.
Do you operate outside Oxfordshire?
While based in Oxford, we serve clients across Oxfordshire and neighbouring regions with flexible temporary and permanent staffing solutions.
How do you vet candidates?
We conduct in-depth video interviews with every registrant to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit before presenting them to clients.
What support exists for temp workers?
Our Temp Zone provides holiday pay guidance, timesheet assistance, and career development resources for temporary staff.
How can employers access your services?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss vacancies. We offer tailored recruitment solutions and market insights through our HR Hub events.
