The Circle Talent Engine
Talent-led. Project-driven. Strategically delivered.
The Circle Talent Engine
Talent-led.
Project-driven.
Strategically delivered.
A smarter way to plan, attract and deploy talent that keeps pace with the fast-moving industries we serve.
Smarter Talent Solutions Built for Projects That Matter
Talent Is Where It All Began and Still Leads Everything We Do
At the heart of Circle is talent. Contract recruitment is in our DNA, and over time, we’ve expanded our delivery model to meet the shifting demands of our clients and the industries we serve.
Our search solutions are built for speed, precision, and adaptability - whether you need one highly specialised interim, a permanent executive leader, or an entire project team, we deliver the right people, at the right time, for the right outcome. Backed by deep sector expertise and an unrivalled network, we move fast without ever compromising on quality.
Contract & Interim Talent
Need talent fast? We provide rapid access to proven contractors and interim professionals who can hit the ground running and deliver impact from day one. Whether bridging a skills gap or supporting a critical phase, our network delivers with pace and precision.
Executive & Permanent Search
We secure the high-impact, permanent talent your business needs to grow and lead. From technical experts to senior leadership, our consultative, insight-led approach ensures cultural and strategic alignment for long-term success.
Project Team Deployment
Delivering a CapEx or digital project? We build and deploy pre-aligned project teams tailored to your scope, budget and timeline. From concept to execution, our experts work as one, ensuring seamless integration and outcomes that exceed expectations.
Flexible Talent
Business needs don’t stand still—and neither do we. Our flexible delivery models allow you to scale your workforce up or down with confidence, blending speed, control and quality across standalone placements or outcome-based solutions.
Strategise: Build a Smarter Hiring Plan
The right hires start with the right hiring strategy.
We partner with you from the outset to design a workforce roadmap aligned to your growth, CapEx programmes or transformation journey. Our strategic advisory includes:
- Workforce planning and project talent mapping
- Talent availability and location insight
- Salary benchmarking and cost modelling
- Competitor and market intelligence
- Project scoping and role prioritisation
You gain clarity, confidence, and control - before the search even begins
Assess: Reduce Risk, Maximise Fit
Don’t leave critical hiring decisions to chance.
We support your hiring process from first-stage screening through to final interviews, offering end-to-end assessment support tailored to your needs. Every candidate we recommend is rigorously verified, with qualification and experience checks backed by professional references - giving you complete peace of mind. For long-term or strategic hires, we offer in-depth behavioural and cultural assessments to ensure alignment with your team, values, and project goals.
- First-stage to final interview support
- Qualification and experience verification
- Comprehensive reference checks
- Behavioural and cultural assessments for long-term hires
- Decision-making guidance for key roles
Onboard: Accelerate ROI
First impressions matter - so does first-quarter performance.
Getting the right person in is one thing. Helping them thrive from day one is another.
We can review and advise on your onboarding process to enhance longevity and improve overall experience. For contractor placements, we provide clear guidance and expectation-setting to ensure seamless integration with your existing team. We also support project briefings and establish structured check-in points - offering independent, impartial reviews to monitor progress, alignment, and engagement throughout the assignment.
Talent Insight: Build Your Future Pipeline
You don’t need to be hiring now to start building your competitive advantage.
Our insight-led talent mapping service gives you visibility of the market, access to warm candidate networks, and interview-ready professionals. Ideal for businesses preparing for growth or planning project delivery phases months in advance.
Clients we Empower
Benchmark your salaries with our handy Salary Snapshot
Planning resource or benchmarking against the market? Our Salary Snapshot breaks down current UK day rates and annual salaries across the most in-demand roles in Digital Transformation and CapEx project delivery. Whether you’re budgeting for a project or evaluating internal structures, this guide gives you clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge.