Reliable Contingency Recruitment

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Rhino Recruitment connects skilled professionals with trusted employers across the UK and internationally. With more than 60 years of combined industry experience, our team delivers fast, compliant, and reliable contingency recruitment across every major sector.

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Professional Contingency Recruitment Services

Rhino is a Cardiff-based contingency recruitment agency trusted for fast response, measured delivery and straight talk. Our services cover Construction, Legal, Mechanical, Professional, International, and Payroll Recruitment, with all vetting handled by our in-house compliance team.

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We only supply people who arrive ready to hit the ground running. For added peace of mind, our recruiters stay close after placement.

Your route into contingency recruitment

For candidates

From entry-level roles to senior management, we will help you secure a role that matches your skills and ambitions. And don't worry, our recruiters guide you through every step.

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For employers

Whether you need to strengthen a site team, add business support staff, or scale across multiple locations, we connect you with vetted professionals ready to deliver.

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Roles we place

We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract positions across Cardiff, South Wales, and nationally. We specialise in supplying reliable staff to give your organisation extra capacity when needed most.

Roles We Recruit For ＋

Trades and Labour
Site and Project Management
Mechanical Engineers and Technicians
Finance and Accounting
HR, Marketing, and Administration
Sales Executives and BDMs
Customer Service and Call Centre
Payroll Clerks and Credit Control
Executive Assistants and Office Managers
And more

Core Functions ＋

Construction and Industrial
Mechanical and Maintenance
Finance and Accounting
HR and People
Marketing and Communications
Sales and Customer Service
Business Support and Operations

Specialist Appointments ＋

Senior Site and Contracts Managers
Mechanical Maintenance Leaders
Finance Managers and Directors
Senior HR Managers and Consultants
Marketing Managers and Directors
Regional and Area Sales Leaders

Sectors we support with contingency recruitment

Our recruitment services cover a wide scope of sectors. Whether you are hiring locally in Cardiff, scaling nationally, or seeking specialist skills, Rhino connects you with the right professionals.

Construction Recruitment

Trades, labour, technical, and site management for contractors and firms.

Legal Recruitment

Paralegals, solicitors, legal executives, compliance, and in-house counsel.

Mechanical Recruitment

Mechanical engineers, maintenance technicians, fitters, and service engineers.

Contingency Recruitment

Finance, HR, marketing, sales, administration, and operations.

International Recruitment

UK hiring supported by global sourcing, screening, and right-to-work checks.

Payroll Recruitment

PAYE and umbrella management, HMRC compliance, weekly and monthly payroll.

How our contingency recruitment process works

Tell us your requirements

Shortlisting the right people

Interview stage

Onboarding and aftercare

This process ensures employers and candidates benefit from a smooth journey, with clear steps from first conversation through to placement.

What employers and candidates say about Rhino Recruitment

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Rhino supplied a full site team for our Cardiff project in record time. Communication was clear, and every worker arrived compliant and ready.

- Construction Client -

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I secured my next legal role through Rhino. The consultant understood my experience and introduced me to a firm where I can grow.

- Legal Candidate -

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We needed maintenance engineers across multiple shifts. Rhino delivered qualified people quickly and the aftercare has been excellent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is contingency recruitment?

A results-based service where the agency fee is paid when a successful placement is made.

How does contingency recruitment work?

You brief the role. We source, screen, and submit candidates at no cost until a hire is confirmed. The fee is due when the candidate starts.

What is the difference between contingency and retained recruitment?

Retained recruitment involves an upfront fee for a dedicated search, often for senior or hard-to-find roles. Contingency is pay-on-placement and suits volume or mid-level hiring.

What is a contingency model in recruitment?

Agencies compete or work independently to fill open roles, with payment triggered on success. It gives speed and access to wider candidate pools.

Where are you located?

We are based on East Tyndall Street in Cardiff.

What is a contingency recruitment fee?

A percentage of the starting salary, payable once the candidate accepts and begins the role. The percentage varies by sector, seniority, and urgency.

How fast can contingency recruitment fill a role?

Speed depends on the role type and notice period, but some contingency placements are filled within days to weeks. Our pre-screened database and active candidate network allow us to move quickly when urgency is key.

What industries use contingency recruitment the most?

Construction, manufacturing, engineering, and professional services rely heavily on contingency recruitment for short-notice or project-based hiring. It helps employers stay flexible without committing to long-term retainers.

Why choose Rhino Recruitment for contingency hiring?

Our process combines national reach with personal service. Every candidate is fully verified, and each client receives a clear shortlist matched to their brief. We focus on quality, compliance, and long-term results.

Connecting Contingency Talent with Employers

From Cardiff to London and across the UK, Rhino Recruitment is your partner for contingency recruitment. Whether you are building a team or looking for your next step, we are here to connect you with the right opportunities.

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