HR & recruitment
Great people, right on time.
We find, check and welcome new team members for small and growing companies — and help you keep them happy.
Hello from Next Step
Hiring, the human way
We're a small team of recruiters and HR advisers who love matching people with places where they'll thrive.
We take time to understand your culture, write job ads people actually want to read and keep every candidate informed — whether they get the job or not.
- People placed
- 1,200+
- Average shortlist
- 3 wks
Services
How we help your team
Fees are agreed up front. You only pay the success fee when you hire.
Initial consultation
A chat about the role, the team and the timing.
Free first call
Permanent hiring
Job ad, search, interviews and shortlist.
from 15% of salary
Temporary staff
Cover for busy seasons, leave and projects.
from 22 / hour
HR on call
Contracts, policies and friendly advice when you need it.
from 149 / month
Onboarding kit
Welcome plan, checklists and first-week schedule.
Fixed fee from 290
Career coaching
CV, interview practice and next-step planning.
from 79 / session
Life at Next Step
Matching people & places
Reviews
Happy hires
“They found our first office manager in three weeks — and she's still with us four years later.”
“I didn't get the first job, but they called me personally and found me a better one.”
“HR on call saves us so much worry.”
Let's talk
Who are you looking for?
Tell us about the role — we'll reply within a day with a plan and a clear fee.
- Address
- 41 Union StreetOpen in maps
- Phone
- +1 555 0152
- Opening hours
- Mon – Fri08:30 – 18:00
- Eveningsby appointment
- Replywithin 1 day