HRIS & People Systems Recruitment

At Ashdown, we connect organisations with technical experts at the crossroads of HR and IT. We deliver talent for system selection, global rollout, and workforce analytics, turning people data into strategic business insight.

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Optimising Business Performance Through Data, Technology, and People Analytics

In today's corporate world, HR is now a data-driven field, not just people-focused. As organisations embrace digital maturity, strong HR Information Systems (HRIS) set competitors apart, and partnering with Ashdown strengthens your HR recruitment strategy.

The Value of Specialist HRIS Talent

A well-run HRIS drives organisational efficiency. Its value shows only in the hands of professionals skilled in both technology and people.

The HRIS specialists we represent help businesses:

Drive operational efficiency by automating processes and eliminating administrative bottlenecks.
Improve data governance by ensuring compliance, GDPR adherence, and data integrity throughout the employee lifecycle.
Enable better decisions with predictive analytics that inform headcount planning and retention strategies.
Enhance employee experience by delivering seamless, self-service digital platforms that reflect a modern employer brand.

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Our HRIS Recruitment Expertise

We have a UK-wide network of HRIS talent, from technical analysts to global systems directors. We recruit specialists for all major platforms, such as:

Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and Oracle HCM
SME & Mid-Market Solutions: Sage HR, BambooHR, and CIPHR
Specialist Tools: Our consultants have direct experience with Greenhouse (TA), Cornerstone (L&D), and Peakon (Engagement)

Key Roles We Recruit

HRIS Managers & Heads of Systems: Leaders who own the long-term digital roadmap and vendor relationships.
Systems Analysts & Administrators: Technical experts responsible for configuration, security permissions, and system maintenance.
People Analytics & Data Scientists: Specialists who translate complex datasets into actionable workforce trends and ROI reports.
Implementation & Project Managers: Professionals who lead the transition from legacy systems to cloud-based solutions.

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Interim HRIS & Project Consultancy

Technology projects often need short-term, high-level expertise. Our Interim HRIS consultants deliver support for time-critical projects like:

System Implementations & Migrations: Moving your data safely from one platform to another without disrupting business continuity.
Optimisation & Audits: Reviewing setups to ensure you use your software to its full capability.
Reporting & Dashboard Builds: Creating automated finance and board reporting.
Global Harmonisation: Aligning disparate regional systems into a single, unified global instance.

Interim HR Support

Why Partner With Us for HR Systems Support?

Recruiting for HRIS requires a different approach than generalist HR. We don't just look for "HR experience"—we vet for technical proficiency, logical reasoning, and project management methodology.

Partner with Ashdown and access pre-vetted HR data professionals. We match technical skills directly to your company culture, ensuring your technology investment produces the results you need.

Rapid Results

With a dedicated HR recruitment team working on your behalf, we will work hard to source the best HR candidates for your organisation, and will introduce high quality, vetted HR professionals to your business within three days of receiving your vacancy. From the moment you send us the job details, we will be there to ensure a swift and rewarding outcome.

Guaranteed Success

Our recruitment services are amongst the highest rated in the UK, with 85% of jobs registered by returning customers. In the unlikely event that your new hire does not complete their three month probation we will continue to search to find you a replacement, free of charge, without any compromise in service level.

Competitive Terms

Our 15% recruitment fee and 100% rebate terms are more competitive than any other specialist HR recruitment agency in the UK. Providing a cost effective recruitment service, we succeed in helping employers with their search by delivering expert Human Resources talent where other recruitment agencies have failed.

Largest HR Network

Over 25 years, Ashdown have developed one of the largest networks of HR professionals and consultants across London and the UK. With access to a wide range of HR experts, we help organisations with specialist recruitment requirements, from advice on recruiting into stand-alone HR jobs London to expertise in building entire HR teams.

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Trusted by

"We have been working together for years now. The consistency of dealing with the same team is crucial, and we’ve had the same person look after us throughout. It’s always been about Ashdown understanding our business, not superficially, but in greater depth than I’ve ever experienced before.

"I'm only introduced to people whom I’m actually interested in meeting. I never feel people are pushed across to hit a number. It’s a genuine partnership, we work together to find the right person and why we will continue to be successful for years to come."

Support & HR Manager, Ramsac

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Fees and Rebates

15% Exclusive

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Permanent

We charge a 15% fee for your first vacancy and future HR vacancies provided we are given a 10 day head start over any other agencies.
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100% Rebate

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Protection

It is rarely the case that we need to refund our placements but the security is there should you need it. If someone we place leaves your company within their first 13 weeks, will deliver the entire recruitment process again, without compromise in service level. If unsuccessful in finding a replacement, we will refund your fee in full.
Fixed Term Interim

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FTC / Interim

Covering maternity, long term sickness, a staff shortfall or secondments, our fees are aligned to our permanent fee structure on a prorated basis.
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Contract

Working to your budget, we will quickly find you skilled professionals to deliver your project.
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