About Harrison Sands Rec2Rec
Welcome to Harrison Sands Rec2Rec
We’re Harrison Sands – a Rec2Rec specialist with a human touch. If you’re looking for your next big move in recruitment or need to build a standout team, you’re in the right place. We connect top talent with the UK’s best recruitment firms and we don’t just play matchmaker we make sure it’s the right match.
With 71 years of collective recruitment experience under our belt, we know this industry inside and out. But what really matters is how we put that experience to work for you. Whether you’re a candidate or a client, we take the time to understand your unique goals. That means no generic processes, no shortcuts – just a personalised approach that delivers real results.
At Harrison Sands, we believe recruitment is about more than just filling roles. It’s about long-term growth and building futures. Let’s work together to find what fits you best.
Your next chapter starts here. Ready?
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 about education. 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 or tap into my exclusive national network of high-performing consultants, or are a consultant 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, Healthcare, and Social Care sectors to find their next role!
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!“