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Employer FAQ.

Have questions about how we work? Our Employer FAQ page explains everything you need to know about partnering with Thames Recruitment, including the sectors we recruit for, how we source and screen candidates, our fee structure, guarantees and ongoing support. We are committed to making hiring straightforward, offering honest advice and a responsive, tailored service to businesses across Thame, Oxford, Bicester, Aylesbury and other local areas.

We specialise in permanent and temporary office-based roles across sectors such as administration, finance, industrial and warehouse, marketing, HR, customer service, and operations. However, we often turn our hand to other positions too. If we don’t feel we’re the right agency for a particular role, we’ll always be upfront and let you know.

Yes, we support all three hiring needs and tailor our services to fit your business requirements—whether you need short-term cover or long-term team growth.

We take time to understand your company values, team dynamics, and work environment, so we can match candidates who align with both the role and your business culture.

We offer a replacement guarantee period for permanent placements. If a candidate leaves within the agreed timeframe, we will find a suitable replacement at no additional cost.

No problem—many of our clients come to us for guidance. We’ll take the time to understand your business goals and help shape the role around your needs.

Yes. While we don’t always meet candidates face-to-face, we speak to every candidate by phone to discuss their background, experience, motivations, and suitability for your role. This helps us ensure they’re a strong match before presenting them to you.

Yes, we gather feedback from both you and the candidate after interviews. This helps fine-tune the process and ensures clear communication at every stage.

We’re based in Thame and primarily serve the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire areas, but we’re happy to discuss opportunities outside this region too.

We understand the importance of discretion. Whether you’re replacing a current employee or working on a sensitive brief, we’ll protect your information at all stages of the process.

Yes, we have up-to-date market insight and can provide salary guidance to ensure your offer is competitive and realistic for your industry and location.

Yes, we’re happy to assist. A clear, well-written job description is key to attracting the right candidates. We’ll work with you to highlight the role’s responsibilities, required skills, and company culture.

Not at all. We're happy to offer advice and insight with no obligation. If you choose to move forward, we’ll outline next steps clearly so you’re always in control.

That’s no problem at all. If you’d like to make a temp a permanent member of your team, we’ll agree a fair fee based on their time worked and the terms of engagement.

Ready to get started or have further questions?

If you’re looking for a recruitment partner who’s proactive, professional, and genuinely understands your business, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you're hiring for a single role or need ongoing support, we’ll work quickly and carefully to find the right fit — without the hassle.