Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Recruitment and Training Solutions in South Wales
Established in 1969, we are South Wales' longest-standing independent recruitment and training provider. Our directors, Hayley Phillips and Daniel Edwards, lead a team committed to delivering exceptional service rooted in honesty and client-focused values. With over five decades of industry experience, we specialise in building lasting relationships between clients and candidates across Commercial, Engineering & Technical, and Industrial sectors. Our recruitment process prioritises deep understanding of organisational goals to identify candidates who align with long-term business needs. Through JGR Training, we offer accredited vocational programmes delivered by City & Guilds and ILM-qualified professionals, supporting workforce development across South Wales.Our local market expertise, combined with a personal approach, ensures tailored solutions for both employers and job seekers. We maintain a reputation for quality through dedicated consultant support, sector-specific knowledge, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. Our services extend to apprenticeships, leadership development, and workplace training designed to enhance business growth. With offices in Bridgend and Neath, we serve South Wales businesses and candidates with continuity and industry insight gained over half a century. This enduring focus on people and service excellence continues to distinguish us in the recruitment and training sector.
Services
Recruitment
Vocational Training
Apprenticeships
Leadership Development
Industrial Sector Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of recruitment and training expertise in South Wales
- Our consultants provide sector-specific knowledge in Commercial, Engineering & Technical fields
- We deliver accredited qualifications through City & Guilds and ILM-approved programmes
- Personalised support ensures candidates and clients receive tailored solutions
- Proven track record of successful long-term placements and workforce development
Associations and certifications
- City & Guilds
- Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)
What people say
Impeccable support
Great staff guidance
Enhanced work skills
Flexible learning approach
Successful placements
Services
Recruitment
Our recruitment services connect South Wales employers with qualified candidates across Commercial, Engineering & Technical, and Industrial sectors. We focus on understanding organisational culture and long-term goals to identify candidates who will thrive within client businesses. With specialist consultants in each sector, we provide tailored solutions for temporary and permanent placements.
Vocational Training
JGR Training delivers accredited vocational programmes designed to enhance workplace skills and business performance. Our City & Guilds and ILM-certified courses cover leadership, management, and technical competencies, delivered through workplace-based or remote learning to accommodate employer and employee needs across South Wales.
Apprenticeships
We coordinate apprenticeship programmes that combine work-based learning with formal qualifications. These programmes enable individuals to gain practical experience while earning accredited certifications, supporting career progression and addressing skills gaps for employers throughout South Wales.
Leadership Development
Our leadership and management courses develop essential skills for professional growth. Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management, these programmes focus on strategic planning, team leadership, and organisational development, delivered through flexible workplace-based assessments.
Industrial Sector Staffing
Specialist recruitment solutions for industrial and technical sectors, matching skilled workers with engineering, manufacturing, and technical roles. Our consultants maintain deep sector knowledge and local market insights to identify candidates with the precise technical capabilities and operational experience required by employers.
People
Hayley Phillips
Director
Hayley Phillips co-leads Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment & Training with a focus on innovation and service excellence. With extensive industry experience, she drives strategic growth while maintaining the company's commitment to personalised recruitment solutions and quality training provision across South Wales.
Daniel Edwards
Director
Daniel Edwards directs Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment & Training's operational strategy, combining sector expertise with a client-centric approach. He ensures delivery of tailored recruitment and training services that meet evolving business needs while upholding the company's 50-year reputation for quality and reliability.
Questions
What recruitment sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in Commercial, Engineering & Technical, and Industrial sectors with dedicated consultants providing tailored staffing solutions.
Do you offer accredited training programmes?
Yes, we deliver City & Guilds and Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) accredited qualifications across South Wales.
How do you support apprenticeship candidates?
We provide workplace-based learning with continuous assessor support, combining practical experience and formal qualifications for career development.
Which areas do you cover?
Our services focus on South Wales, with offices in Bridgend and Neath serving local businesses and candidates.
What makes your recruitment approach different?
We prioritise understanding organisational culture and long-term goals to find candidates who align with both skills requirements and company values.
