Specialists in permanent recruitment.

Hiring full-time staff isn’t just about filling roles. It’s about finding people who fit your goals, stay for the long term and strengthen your business. As a permanent recruitment agency, we’ll help you find the right hires for your team, so you can grow your business with confidence.

Permanent recruitment consultant speaking to team

Overview

Struggling to find permanent talent?

Hiring full-time staff isn’t just about ticking skill boxes. You need people who align with your goals, bring long-term value and want to grow with your business. But quality candidates aren’t always active — and the best ones don’t stay available for long.

 

As a permanent recruitment agency, we’ll help you access hard-to-reach talent through targeted sourcing and tailored hiring plans. We screen for culture fit, long-term potential and role-readiness, so you don’t waste time reviewing CVs that miss the mark.

 

Whether you're making your first hire or expanding an established team, we’ll help you hire with confidence and build a permanent team that lasts.

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THE SOLUTION

Why you should partner with us.

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Save time and hire with confidence.

We help you move quickly without sacrificing quality. You’ll get shortlists of full-time candidates already assessed for culture fit, long-term potential and role-readiness — so you can focus on making the right decision, not sorting through CVs.

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A permanent recruitment process built around you.

From hiring plans to onboarding advice, we tailor every part of our process to your goals, structure and timelines. Whether you're growing your team or filling a business-critical role, we adapt to your pace and priorities.

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A partner that adds value beyond the hire.

We don’t disappear after placement. You’ll get market insight, salary benchmarking, and ongoing support to help you attract, retain and plan for the future — because building a team doesn’t end with a signed contract.

LATEST ROLES

Latest permanent roles.

SEO Account Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands
Up to £32000.00 per annum
Permanent
Marketing
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IT Administrator (OS-level focus)
München (80333), Bayern
£50000.00 - £52000.00 per annum
Permanent
IT Infrastructure
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IT Network Specialist
München (80333), Bayern
£48000.00 - £52000.00 per annum
Permanent
IT Networking
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HR Assistant
München (80333), Bayern
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per annum
Permanent
Operations
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MEET THE TEAM

Meet the permanent team.

Harry Griffiths
Harry Griffiths

Co-Founder

Luke Rose
Luke Rose

Development - Europe

Matthew Trought
Matthew Trought

Data, Analytics & Insights - UK

Sophie Shakeshaft
Sophie Shakeshaft

Digital Marketing - UK

Zak Jones
Zak Jones

DevOps, Cloud & Infrastructure - UK

Stuart Manser
Stuart Manser

Development & Digital - UK

Luke Newell
Luke Newell

.Net - UK

Mia Partridge
Mia Partridge

Development & Design - Europe

Maddie Richardson
Maddie Richardson

Content, Social & PR - UK

Lydia Jones
Lydia Jones

UX Design - UK

Conor May-Payne
Conor May-Payne

IT & Infrastructure - UK

TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say about us.

Digital Waffle has truly been a game-changer for our organisation. Over the past two years, they've successfully placed numerous candidates across various functions, and their commitment to excellence shines through in every interaction. We look forward to continuing this valuable partnership!

Harry GriffithsHarry Griffiths

Sophie’s expertise was invaluable in helping us secure three exceptional account managers. Her dedication, keen understanding of our requirements & tireless efforts showcased her commitment to finding the perfect candidates for us.

Sophie ShakeshaftSophie Shakeshaft

Matt was fantastic to deal with. He made the recruitment process so easy and really went the extra mile to find us the right candidate. His helpful approach and commitment to getting the right person made a big difference. Definitely would use Matt and Digital Waffle again for any future hires.

Matt TroughtMatt Trought

Recruitment can be painful when the recruiters don’t understand your needs and the technical differences between roles. Luckily Digital Waffle are experts in their field and provide a speedy and accurate service. Great candidates and no waffle. Zak Jones especially is extremely talented and helpful. He goes the extra mile in building long-term relationships, and not just for the quick win.

Zak JonesZak Jones

Luke is a very professional recruitment consultant who always delivers excellent results. He understands what the needs are and he is always very quick to react. I recommend Luke as he is truly passionate about recruitment and I'm confident that a partnership with him would greatly benefit any client.

Luke RoseLuke Rose

Finding the perfect fit for our expanding marketing team felt like quite a challenge until we teamed up with Maddie at Digital Waffle. Her expertise, unwavering support, and sharp insights have been a game-changer in our search. Thanks to Maddie, we've landed an excellent Social Media Manager who has really amped up our marketing game.

Maddie RichardsonMaddie Richardson

Mia approached me about a year ago and asked if they could help find applicants. I immediately liked her no-nonsense approach. Instead of making a sales pitch, she tried to understand our needs and got us great candidates. Communication is quick and all stakeholders have the information they need at any given point. I recommend working with Mia & the team. Thank you!

Mia PartridgeMia Partridge

Stuart’s professionalism and attention to detail were evident throughout the recruitment process, resulting in a successful and efficient hiring experience. We will definitely be contacting Stuart and Digital Waffle for any future hires. Can’t recommend him enough!

Stuart ManserStuart Manser

I’ve worked with Louis for 12+ years and hope to continue for many more. He has supplied labour and also aided a much-needed career change. I would recommend Louis to anyone who is seeking an out-of-the-box thinker and someone who will dedicate themselves to solving your resourcing requirements.

Louis TaylorLouis Taylor

We couldn't be more delighted with Digital Waffle's exceptional expertise in sourcing the ideal candidates. They adeptly filled a large number of roles, displaying precision and a deep understanding of our unique requirements. I recommend their services to any businesses who are seeking top-notch recruitment support.

Harry GriffithsHarry Griffiths

Maddie’s expertise as a recruitment consultant was absolutely invaluable in helping us secure three exceptional account managers. Her dedication, keen understanding of our requirements, and tireless efforts showcased her commitment to finding the perfect candidates for us.

Maddie RichardsonMaddie Richardson

I highly recommend Luke for any recruitment needs. I had the pleasure of working with Luke, and I was really impressed with his professionalism and expertise. If you are looking for a recruiter with vast experience in the engineering space, I’d highly recommend Luke.

Luke RoseLuke Rose

Had such a good experience with Digital Waffle. It’s so hard to find recruiters as nice and trusting as them - highly recommend!

Harry GriffithsHarry Griffiths

FAQs

Permanent FAQs.

Partnering with a permanent recruitment agency helps you save time, reduce hiring risk and build a team that lasts. We’ll connect you with high-quality, full-time candidates who align with your goals and culture. Every placement is designed to drive long-term value — so you hire once, and hire well.

We combine targeted outreach, talent networks and structured screening to find people who are qualified, engaged and motivated to stay. Every candidate is evaluated for technical fit, communication style and long-term contribution — not just keywords on a CV.

Yes. We support everything from one-off hires to long-term recruitment planning. We’ll help you define your team structure, map future roles, and build a hiring strategy that supports your business growth — not just your vacancies.

Contract recruitment fills short-term needs like projects, maternity cover or rapid scaling. Permanent recruitment is about building your core team — professionals who bring stability, alignment and a desire to grow with your company.

Most of our clients receive shortlists within a few working days. From initial brief to signed offer, the process typically takes 10 days, depending on role complexity and your availability for interviews.

Yes. We support permanent recruitment across all business sizes — from early-stage startups making their first hires to established teams adding senior talent. Our process flexes to your pace, structure and internal support.

Just submit your vacancy or speak with one of our consultants. We’ll ask a few questions, get a clear understanding of your hiring needs, and start building a tailored plan to find your next long-term hire.

SALARY GUIDES

2025 UK salary guides.

Struggling to attract and retain the right people? Offering the right salary and benefits is critical — especially when you’re hiring for long-term roles and need candidates to stay.

Our 2025 UK salary guides give you up-to-date benchmarks across permanent roles in marketing, tech, IT, data and operations. Use them to shape competitive offers, improve retention and make smarter hiring decisions.

Find your next permanent hire