About Prime Appointments

Prime Appointments is a family-owned independent recruitment agency, proudly serving East Anglia and beyond since 1992 from our offices in Witham, Essex, and Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. We support local businesses by matching them with quality candidates who fit both the role and company culture.

Our experienced team specialises in six divisions: Accountancy and Finance, Commercial and Office, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Industrial and Warehouse, Health and Social Care, and Technical and Engineering. With in-house management of each step, we offer a reliable, personal hiring process for both permanent and temporary roles, with each match made to last.

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Our Offices

The Value of a Family Owned & Family Run Agency

As a family-owned, family-run agency, Prime Appointments offers a level of commitment, care, and continuity that larger, corporate agencies often struggle to provide.

Our personal approach means we’re not only invested in long-term success for our clients but also genuinely care about each candidate’s career growth and job-satisfaction. With strong local connections, we bring a deeper understanding of the East Anglia community, helping us create lasting relationships and truly tailored placements.

This approach ensures clients get reliable, consistent support from consultants who treat every hire like it’s for their own business, while candidates feel supported by a team that values their potential and seeks the right fit for their long-term goals.

Witham, Essex Office

Prime Appointments Limited, Austin House, Newland St, Witham, CM8 2BA

Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Office

St Andrews Castle, 33 St Andrew's Street S, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 3PH

Inside Prime Appointments

Take a look around our Witham office! This short video captures the welcoming space we’ve created for our clients and candidates. As a family-run agency with over 30 years of experience, we’re all about making recruitment a positive, people-first experience.

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Meet Our Team

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Robyn Holmes

Leadership

Carl Bashford

Suffolk

Chris Mason

Industrial & Warehouse

Mark Everitt

Technical & Engineering

Layla Drewell

Leadership

Katie Holmes

Office & Finance

Louise Sutton

Administration & Accounts

Peter Holmes

Leadership

Helen Jeary

Technical & Engineering

Jack O’Brien

Leadership

Simon Clark

Technical & Engineering

Laura Smith, Consultant, wearing pink blouse with white background, at Prime Appointments HQ in Witham, Essex 2

Laura Anne Smith

Office & Finance

Megan Eves

Marketing

Brendan Barros-Crowe

Suffolk

Ross Brown

Industrial & Warehouse

Karen Yaxley

Administration & Accounts

Nicola Edmead

Health & Social Care

Stormé White

Marketing

Donna Maiden

Administration & Accounts

Amy Lizzimore

Industrial & Warehouse

Abi Finch

Office & Finance

Michelle Kennedy

Administration & Accounts

Julia Sherlock

Technical & Engineering

Alex Craig

Industrial & Warehouse

Georgie Lewis, Office & Accounts Administrator, wearing smart blue jacket with a white background, photo taken at Prime Appointments HQ in Witham

Georgie Cannon

Administration & Accounts

Lauren Bishop

Technical & Engineering

Our Values

We live by our values and aim to put people first in everything that we do.

Honesty

Honesty is the core of who we are as recruiters. We believe in transparency with clients and candidates, building trust through clear, straightforward communication.

Strength

Strong partnerships start with trust. We’re committed to supporting each client and candidate by understanding their needs and aligning our strengths to find the best fit.

Teamwork

We work closely together, pooling our expertise and supporting each other to deliver results. Our collaborative approach helps us build connections and ensure a smooth recruitment process.

Accountability

We take responsibility for each step of the recruitment process. Accountability helps us learn, improve, and meet our high standards, ensuring reliable support for clients and candidates alike.

Communication

Clear and respectful communication is central to successful recruitment. We value open dialogue, listening carefully to all perspectives so we can make meaningful connections.

Confidence

Confidence in our abilities allows us to guide clients and candidates smoothly through the hiring process. Our knowledge and assurance help build strong, lasting relationships.

Supporting Alzheimer's

At Prime Appointments, we actively support the Alzheimer’s Society through fundraising efforts that are personal to us. Our co-founder Margaret was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at just 51, which drives our commitment to raising awareness and making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. To date, we've raised over £250,000 towards this important cause. Discover more about our fundraising initiatives and how you can get involved.

Our Fundraising