We’re thrilled to announce that Richard Shorrock, Associate Director was crowned ‘Temporary Recruiter of the Year’ and the overall ‘Recruiter of the Year’ at the Recruitment & Employment Confederation’s 17th annual REC Awards 2026.
The REC Awards celebrate the best in UK recruitment, showcasing the work of brilliant recruiters from across the industry from agency to in-house and from start-ups to multinationals.
REC’s role is to drive standards and empower recruiters to be brilliant and the annual REC Awards celebrate those that hit and exceed the standards.
In all, 49 individual and 76 company entries were shortlisted across 19 categories. The winners were announced at the REC Awards ceremony at the O2 InterContinental in London on 5 November 2026.
REC Interim Chief Executive Maxine Bligh said, “Tonight celebrates the boldness and brilliance of the recruitment industry, worth £40 billion a year to the UK economy. Recruiters change lives, localities and businesses for the better. These awards recognise the individuals and organisations setting the standard for excellence in recruitment.”
Maxine continued “In another challenging year for the economy, recruiters have shown exceptional resilience, innovation and professionalism, helping businesses grow and people find opportunities. Technology can help make recruitment more efficient, but it is people who understand potential, build trust and make great matches. Our winners show how the best recruiters are combining technological innovation with human expertise to deliver outstanding results for clients and jobseekers alike.”
Richard Shorrock said “To be recognised twice was an incredible honour and something I’m immensely proud of. I’m fortunate to work with an amazing team and fantastic clients and candidates, whose continued trust and support make achievements like this possible.”
A huge congratulations to Richard on this outstanding achievement. We couldn’t be prouder!