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Public Sector Recruitment

Recruitment for purposeful organisations, wherever you are.

Senior-led interim, executive and fixed-term recruitment for local government, charities, the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector and the NHS, delivered with quality, transparency and care.

Senior-led delivery Honest, informed advice Quality over quantity
What we do

A specialist partner, not a generalist agency.

Oakmyre connects exceptional people with purposeful organisations. Every search is underpinned by rigorous due diligence, transparent communication and lasting relationships built on trust.

Whether you need short-term expertise or long-term leadership, we work as a true partner, taking the time to understand your culture and ambitions, and representing every professional with honesty and respect.

We don’t just fill roles. We build relationships that drive meaningful outcomes.

Public sector recruitment, Sian Williams of Oakmyre at work
Sectors we know

Across the public and purpose-led landscape.

Genuine depth across the sector, never branded to a single corner of it.

Public SectorCentral and arm’s-length bodies, regulators and agencies.
NHS & HealthcareAcute, community, mental health, ambulance and integrated care.
Local GovernmentCouncils and combined authorities across the UK.
CharitiesNational and regional charities and foundations.
Not-for-ProfitMembership bodies, housing and social enterprises.
VCSEVoluntary, community and social enterprise organisations.
What we recruit

The right model for the role.

Senior and executive appointments, delivered with the same rigour whatever the shape of the engagement.

Interim

Experienced leaders who deliver impact from day one through change, transformation or absence. Vetted, aligned and supported throughout.

Executive Search

Senior and board appointments through a discreet, research-led and relationship-driven approach focused on capability and cultural fit.

Fixed-Term

Skilled professionals providing stability and expertise without a permanent commitment, managed with the same care as a permanent hire.

Fractional

Senior expertise on a part-time or retained basis, providing strategic insight and continuity where it is needed most.

What people say

Responsive, personal, dependable.

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Her attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure the right fit is achieved makes her stand out in the recruitment field. She has become more than just a recruiter.

Judi FieldFinance Director
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Sian will never recommend a candidate she does not genuinely believe is the right fit for the role. There is a very good reason why she is so highly respected in the field.

Heather MooreTransformation Director
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Working with Sian over the last decade has been a true partnership. She does not just place you in a role; she invests in your journey and builds a genuine, lasting relationship based on trust.

Kathryne Abbott

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Find your area

Public sector recruitment near you.

Choose a location to see how Oakmyre supports public sector hiring in your part of the country.

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Let's talk

Start with a conversation.

Whether you know exactly what you need or you are still working out where to start, the first step is simply a conversation.