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Do you need to source reliable contract talent quickly?

Contract IT recruitment is in our DNA. We have a dedicated, experienced team of contract recruitment consultants.

We even use our contractors within our IT solutions business, so we understand what you want from a provider.

We source for all IT roles from graduate to executive level, from rare technologies to Microsoft experts, we can connect you to the right talent.

Our contract recruitment service is based on 3 principles;

  • Speed: we maintain a robust network of highly sought-after contractors, we know, who is available, when, and where, so we can often recommend someone within hours.
  • Quality: we are members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, meaning we apply best practice when qualifying, screening and matching candidates against detailed criteria.
  • Compliance: we have a dedicated compliance team on hand to troubleshoot on topics such as IR35.

Here are some examples of the roles we recruit for:

  • Digital
  • Architecture
  • BI
  • Security
  • Project management
  • Business analysis
  • PMO
  • Service and operations
  • Development
  • IT Director / CIO / CTO

How can Crimson help you find the right candidate?

  1. Our IT experts work with you to define the role and pinpoint what you need.

  2. We’ll advise you on rates and market availability.

  3. We qualify all candidates before introducing them to you.

  4. We will give you a shortlist of great candidates quickly, which can consist of a video profile.

  5. We’ll help you organise your interviews and help your candidates prepare.

  6. We will feedback to the candidates on your behalf.

  7.  Investigation, mediation; if things go wrong, we work with you to find a solution.

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Why Crimson?

  1. Our knowledge of IT exceeds that of a typical recruitment agency, as an IT consultancy and a Microsoft Gold Partner, we understand the challenges our customers face.

  2. We can connect to thousands of high-calibre candidates within minutes. Crimson has invested over £1M in Mercury xRM, a market-leading CRM system.

  3. We're a trusted member of the IT community, whether it's delivering workshops to CIO's or our annual IT Salary survey. We have an unparalleled network and formidable market knowledge.

  4. Our Net Promoter Score is sixty-seven, compared to the recruitment industry average of twenty-one.

What our clients say about us?

“Crimson had the best specialist knowledge of the marketplace; they were able to deliver good quality people to us faster than the agencies I’ve worked within the past.”

- Dave Dunhill, Director of Information Technology, Pall-Ex.

““Crimson has been an instrumental part of the global transformation programme for both MIS and S&S for Meggitt. Identifying the perfect resources through understanding our requirements and project needs and retaining resources through quality contractor care.”

- Arminder Mahun, ERP Programme, Meggitt.

NET Promoter Score

We measure candidate satisfaction to understand how job seekers feel about their experience with Crimson, which demonstrates our commitment to delivering exceptional candidate care. Your candidates will benefit from timely communication and feedback, enhancing your employer brand.

Net Promotor Score