Frequently Asked Questions from Clients about LHH
When partnering with a recruitment firm like LHH, clients often want clarity on how the process works and what value they’ll receive. To help you make informed decisions, we’ve compiled the top 10 questions businesses frequently ask us about our recruitment services.
What companies have you recruited for?
As a business, LHH have had the pleasure of working with a number of brands and businesses across several different sectors. Primarily we work with organisations from a range of industries, including those in Financial Services, Professional Services, Healthcare, FMCG, Defence and Aerospace, Technology, Construction and Real Estate, and Energy and Utilities.
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide a comprehensive range of recruitment solutions tailored to your needs. Our recruitment expertise spans permanent, interim, and temporary placements, as well as executive search for senior leadership roles.
For organisations seeking a strategic talent partner, we offer traditional RPO plus a managed recruitment service which helps you source multiple positions efficiently and acts as an extension of your HR team to deliver a seamless hiring experience.
Do you work on roles specific to London or UK wide?
LHH provides recruitment services across the entire UK, not just London. Whilst we have a strong presence in London, our network spans UK-wide talent acquisition. This means we can support your hiring needs in major cities specifically Glasgow, Cardiff, Leeds, Milton Keynes, London, Bristol, Birmingham, Liverpool, Dublin, Belfast, Manchester, Cambridge and Brighton. Whether you require permanent placements, contract staffing, or interim professionals, LHH combines local market expertise with national reach to deliver the best candidates for your business, wherever you operate.
What job levels do you specialise in?
LHH focuses on recruiting mid to senior-level talent, including professional, managerial, and executive roles. Our expertise covers everything from specialist positions and interim management to senior leadership and C-suite appointments. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we help organisations secure the right talent to drive growth and success at every level.
What makes LHH different from other recruitment agencies?
At LHH, we go beyond traditional recruitment. We combine global reach with local expertise, to deliver tailored solutions, backed by advanced talent analytics and career transition support. What truly sets us apart is our ability to offer end-to-end workforce solutions, from executive search and professional recruitment to leadership development and outplacement services.
Plus, with our in-house employer brand and recruitment marketing agency, we help you attract, engage, and retain top talent through powerful brand positioning and targeted campaigns. This means you don’t just fill roles; you build a stronger, more compelling employer brand that drives long-term success.
What is your process for filling a vacancy?
When you partner with LHH, we take a consultative approach to ensure every hire is the right fit for your organisation. You’ll be assigned a dedicated recruitment manager who will work closely with you to understand your business, confirm the job specification, and align on salary expectations.
From there, we craft a tailored sourcing strategy, promoting your role on our website, across leading job boards, and through our extensive talent network. We maintain clear, proactive communication throughout the process, providing regular updates by phone or email.
Our consultants conduct thorough screening, and present you with a carefully curated shortlist, of candidates who meet both the technical and cultural requirements of your organisation. We also manage interviews, feedback, and offer negotiations to ensure a smooth experience for both you and the candidate.
At LHH, our goal is simple: to make hiring efficient, transparent, and aligned with your long-term talent strategy.
Which job boards do you advertise your roles on?
LHH uses a variety of job boards, depending on the role. When you speak with a consultant, they can confirm which job boards would be most appropriate for the role you are hiring.
Who is the best person to contact regarding sector specific roles?
At LHH, we have dedicated teams who specialise in specific sectors, ensuring you receive expert guidance tailored to your industry. Each team is led by senior consultants who understand the unique skills, challenges, and trends that matter most to your business.
Whether you’re hiring for finance professionals, IT specialists, Legal professionals or executive leaders, we’ll connect you with the right sector-focused team to deliver a targeted and effective recruitment strategy.
Do you offer employer branding or talent attraction services?
Absolutely. We can provide you with a comprehensive employer branding service from developing your Employer Value Proposition (EVP) to executing targeted digital campaigns. Our goal is to help you engage the right candidates and convert them into long-term employees.
Do you offer diversity and inclusion recruitment strategies?
Yes, LHH provides dedicated ED&I recruitment strategies tailored to your hiring goals. Our specialist team can help you engage broader talent pools, improve productivity, and enable your business to flourish. From audits and workshops to an inclusive hiring process design, creative employer branding projects, and targeted campaigns. We provide you with end‑to‑end support.
Can you help with high-volume or project-based hiring?
Absolutely. In addition to traditional RPO solutions, LHH offers a flexible managed recruitment service designed for organisations with ongoing or large-scale hiring needs.
Acting as an extension of your HR team, we take the time to understand your business, culture, and goals, so every hire is the right fit.
Whether you need to fill a handful of roles or scale up to 100 positions per year, we provide end-to-end support, from sourcing and screening to onboarding. Our model is simple and transparent: you only pay an agreed fee per successful placement, with no management fees. This approach gives you the benefits of a strategic talent partner without the overhead, ensuring speed, quality, and consistency across every hire.
Do you provide market insights or salary benchmarking?
Yes, every year we produce an annual salary guide that provides key market research for our main recruitment areas e.g. Finance, Accounting, Legal (Private practice and In-house), Marketing, Procurement and HR etc. Outlining trends for the year, insider knowledge and salary benchmarks. If you haven’t already, make sure to download a copy of the latest version here.
Can you manage confidential or senior-level searches?
Yes. LHH has extensive experience in handling confidential and senior-level recruitment, including executive and C-suite appointments. We take a discreet, consultative approach to protect your organisation’s privacy and reputation throughout the process.
Our executive search specialists leverage deep market insight, advanced talent analytics, and a global network to identify and engage top-tier leaders. From initial briefing to final negotiations, we ensure confidentiality, clear communication, and a seamless experience for both you and the candidate.