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About Us

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At Candour Talent we value honesty and transparency above all else and pride ourselves on being a trusted supplier partner. Our highly experienced and trained team of consultants and Account Managers deliver a world class customer experience and act as an extension of your organisation, ensuring we deliver the best talent, at the right time, every time.

We are a proud and active member of the South Wales business community who go beyond the norm of recruitment agencies, utilising our extensive network of contacts to link businesses throughout the region, and beyond, with the people and services they need. We are not a corporate agency, but we are a professional and proactive agency that you can trust, by putting people above profits.

At Candour we pride ourselves on being an honest and open recruitment partner. We work side-by-side with all our clients to tailor our services and deliver the best talent available, with industry leading customer service.

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Get To Know

Candour Talent

At Candour Talent, we prioritise forging lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, built on trust, transparency, and integrity.

Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to understand the unique needs and aspirations of each individual, ensuring that every placement is not just a match on paper, but a long-term success for both parties.

We leverage our deep industry knowledge and vast network to provide tailored solutions that drive growth and innovation for businesses while propelling careers forward for candidates. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we continually adapt and refine our approach to stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving recruitment landscape, delivering unparalleled value to all those we serve.

Our Values

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Candour Talent's Journey to Success

  • 2016
  • 2016
  • 2019
  • 2021
  • 2021
  • 2021
  • 2022
  • 2022
  • 2023
  • 2023
  • Where it all Began

    2016

    In 2016, Candour Talent was established by our Managing Director, Matthew Burkitt. Beginning the venture from his home kitchen, Matt aimed to create a recruitment agency prioritising people before profit.

  • First Office Opening

    2016

    ​Candour set up its first office ever at the Innovation Center in Ebbw Vale – a big step for us!

  • Ebbw Vale Branch Opening

    2019

    ​In 2019, Candour's headquarters office was established in Ebbw Vale on Rassau Industrial Estate.

  • Blackwood Branch Opening

    2021

    ​In 2021, Candour opened its second branch office along Blackwood High Street.

  • Launch of Candour Retail

    2021

  • Fast Growth 50

    2021

    ​Candour was awarded as the Fastest Growing Business in Wales for 2021

  • Newport Branch Opening

    2022

    In 2022, Candour inaugurated its third branch in Newport.

  • Great British Entrepreneur Winner

    2022

    ​Matt won the Great British Entrepreneur Award & Community Award for Service Industries Entrepreneur of the Year for Wales in 2022

  • Launch of Candour Driving

    2023

    ​​Candour Driving division was introduced!

  • Start Up Awards Judge

    2023

    ​Matt was announced as a judge for the National Start Up Awards 2023

​​​​​Our Tried & Tested Process.

We work in partnership with our clients to shoulder the burden of recruitment. Whether they want to find the perfect professional to fill a particular role, or build a temporary workforce due to fluctuating demand, our reliable and flexible services deliver results.

We leverage our industry knowledge, contacts, and strong candidate attraction processes to exceed expectations, every time.

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We understand the need for high quality talent and a transparent hiring process. We endeavour to make the candidate journey work in harmony with your business and to make the recruiting and hiring process as smooth as possible.

​​Assessment

We identify potential candidates from a multitude of sources, including job portals and using our own connections and databases, giving us access to a pool of talented individuals looking for their next career move, ensuring 100% compliance and saving you time and money.

Sourcing

We establish a deep understanding of our client’s requirements, by partnering to be seen as an extension of their organisation. All candidates are assessed in line with the clients criteria to deliver the best results.

​Screening

Each candidate is qualified to the highest possible standard for the role, and with view of organisational culture. We work with each client to gain a full understanding of the requirements to ensure all candidates are screened to meet their needs.

Part Time Cleaner

Temporary
Bristol
11 - 12

Forklift Driver

Permanent
Blackwood
11 - 11
Bradley Rowlands

Warehouse Operative

Temporary
Blackwood
11 - 11

Assembly Operative

Permanent
Cardiff
12 - 13

Assembly Operative

Temporary
Blackwood
11 - 11

Machine Setter / Injection Operator

Permanent
Tredegar
11 - 11

Night Cleaner - Full time

Temporary
Bridgend
11 - 11
Bradley Rowlands

Online Marketing Executive

Temporary
Swansea
24000 - 25000

Production Operator

Temporary
Abergavenny
11 - 11
Adam Nicklin

Technical Engineer

Permanent
Swansea
23000 - 25000
Adam Nicklin

Recycling Yard Operative

Temporary
Bridgend
11 - 11
Aurelia Naworol

Key Account Manager

Permanent
Tredegar
30000 - 31000
Adam Nicklin

Driving Recruitment Consultant

Permanent
Bridgend
23000 - 27000
Aurelia Naworol

Assembly Operative

Temporary
Bridgend
11 - 11
Beata Orzech

Building Fabric Technician

Permanent
Bristol
30000 - 35000
Adam Nicklin

Production Operative

Temporary
Blackwood
12 - 12
David Williams

Forklift Driver

Temporary
Monmouthshire
11 - 12
Adam Nicklin

Warehouse Operative

Temporary
Chepstow
11 - 11
Jordan Thomas

Multiskilled Engineer

Permanent
Merthyr Tydfil
38500 - 38500
Adam Nicklin

Machine Operators

Permanent
Merthyr Tydfil
11 - 11
Adam Nicklin

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Permanent
Ebbw Vale
38000 - 40000
Adam Nicklin

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Permanent
Mountain Ash
30000 - 31000
Adam Nicklin

Mechanical Engineer

Permanent
Blackwood
40000 - 45000
Jordan Thomas

Machine Operator

Temporary
Blackwood
11 - 11

Assembly Operative

Permanent
Cardiff
12 - 13
Jordan Thomas

Junior Design Engineer

Permanent
Cardiff
29000 - 30000

Machine Operator

Temporary
Blackwood
11 - 11
Jordan Thomas

Production Technician

Permanent
Blackwood
41500 - 41500
Jordan Thomas

Electrical Engineer

Permanent
Blackwood
40000 - 45000
Jordan Thomas

Tool Maker

Permanent
Blackwood
30000 - 41500
Jordan Thomas

Nights Production Operative

Temporary
Merthyr Tydfil
0 - 0
Lowri Gwyther

Fork Lift Driver

Temporary
Bridgend
11 - 12
Bradley Rowlands

Despatch Assistant

Temporary
Bridgend
12 - 14
Beata Orzech

Maintenance Assistant

Temporary
Bridgend
13 - 15
Aurelia Naworol

Quality Test Centre Technician

Permanent
Cardiff
26000 - 26000
Bradley Rowlands

Production Operative

Temporary
Swansea
0 - 12
Aurelia Naworol

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Working for Candour Talent isn't merely a job, but a strategic career move. The opportunity is what you make it, and you get back what you put in, thanks to our appealing commission structure and professional development opportunities.

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