About Harrison Sands Rec2Rec
Welcome to Harrison Sands Rec2Rec
At Harrison Sands, we know recruitment inside out. We’re not just here to fill roles, we’re here to build long-term success for recruiters and the businesses they work for. Whether you’re looking for your next step in recruitment or searching for the right people to strengthen your team, we make sure every placement is the right one.
With over 60 years of combined experience, we’ve built a reputation for delivering results that last. In fact, the very first client who partnered with us over 13 years ago is still with us today, and the candidate we placed there is still thriving in their role. That’s because we don’t take a short-term, transactional approach. We invest the time to understand each client’s business and every candidate’s career goals, ensuring a match that works for the long haul.
We work in partnership with our clients and candidates, offering market insights, honest advice, and a strategic approach to hiring. No guesswork, no generic processes, just industry expertise and a commitment to getting it right.
If you’re serious about taking your recruitment career to the next level or building a team that drives real success, let’s talk.
Meet the Harrison Sands team
Katie Coates - Managing Director
“With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry, I am a Rec2Rec specialist who helps recruiters find their next move. I work with personally selected recruitment companies throughout the UK to support their internal recruitment requirements and present them with great opportunities that match their expectations and goals.
As the Managing Director of Harrison Sands, I lead a team of friendly, no-nonsense, and straight-talking recruiters who treat people how we would want to be treated ourselves. We are well networked in the recruitment industry and pride ourselves on being honest, responsive, and passionate. Whether you are looking for a new role, a career change, or a headhunt, I would love to hear from you and help you achieve your aspirations.”
Shona Wainwright - Associate Director
“I started with Harrison Sands at the very beginning, and in 10 years we’ve built an amazing business. It’s been a journey of course, but I am so incredibly proud of the client and candidate base we’ve built in that time. I love the fact we’re viewed as a trusted advisor and not ‘just another Rec2Rec’ and I will always work hard to ensure that you get what you’re looking for culturally, practically as well as commercially.”
Harry Stratford - Recruitment Consultant
“Whether you want me to actively headhunt on your behalf, tap into my exclusive national network of high-performing consultants, or you’re simply looking for advice about your next move- get in touch 
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Caitlyn Spencer - Senior Recruitment Consultant
“After working within Education Recruitment for the last 7 years, I decided to make the move into Rec2Rec so I could work with and assist like-minded recruiters within the Education sector.
I will always listen to your wants and needs and only ever present you with opportunities which tick the boxes. I will never pressure you if the role isn’t right!
If you are looking for a Rec2Rec who will always be honest with you, have your best interests at heart and has bags of market knowledge then I would love to chat with you!”
Beth Carter - Recruitment Consultant
“I began my recruitment career 3 and a half years ago running a busy Commercial temp desk. I then decided it was time for a challenge and that’s where my Rec2Rec journey started!
Honesty and integrity are ingrained in my work and personal life, and you can always place trust in me whilst I represent you. I will match your skill set to the correct role ensuring that the partnership between you and the employer is the best fit for you both.
If you are looking for an honest and relatable Rec2Rec to take all the stress out of your next job move, get in touch!“