Approach Personnel Ltd, a construction sector recruitment firm based in Nottingham, has acquired fellow local business, Recruit Works Ltd.
Recruit Works Ltd, which was founded in 2017, specialises in supplying construction professionals, skilled trades and labour to clients throughout the UK.
Approach Personnel Ltd, which focuses on recruitment in housing, civil engineering, groundworks, fit-out and interiors and manufacturing, says that the deal is a strategic acquisition that will see it absorb Recruit Works Ltd, providing access to key new sectors and contractors within the UK construction sector.
The deal represents a significant acquisition for Approach Personnel Ltd, which generates turnover of £25 – £30 million, with Recruit Works Ltd historically turning over £3 – £5 million annually.
Alan Spalding, Approach Personnel Ltd managing director, said: “We are thrilled to announce that Approach Personnel Ltd has acquired Recruit Works Ltd, a Nottingham-based construction sector recruitment business.
“This strategic acquisition is part of our ambitious growth plans and strengthens our market position with their expertise and extensive networks in the Precast Concrete and Heavy Plant sectors.
“Recruit Works Ltd will continue to lead their specialisms from our Nottingham office – and we’re thrilled to welcome them into the family.”
Philip Allcock, Recruit Works Ltd managing director, said: “I have known their directors for many years and it was an easy decision to join the group.
“It is exciting to be part of their ambitious plans for Approach Personnel Ltd, and the support functions that will be available to Recruit Works Ltd moving forward will help us offer our clients and candidates an ever-increasing level of service.”
