We Adore Recruitment.
A project of passion
Adore Recruitment is an independent business formed by the current director in December 2013 – with nothing more than a laptop, phone and a huge passion for the industry.
That same passion has been driving the business growth ever since, with three office expansions and the formation of a strong team who can offer your business expert and flexible recruitment solutions.
Initially focussed on sales recruitment, Adore quickly expanded through reliable delivery of client needs into other sectors that all have dedicated recruitment expertise including administration, call centre, freight, logistics, industrial, warehouse, engineering and construction.
We pride ourselves on our high-quality internal processes that support our business, including an in-house payroll function, fully flexible recruitment solutions (temp, perm, contract, interim and FTC).
Our top class compliance accreditations includes ISO 9001, REC membership (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) and GLAA (Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority).
The growth of our company has been wonderful – but not as wonderful as watching our partner companies achieve their own success.
Let us help you find the right person for the job. Every time.
16
STAFF MEMBERS
in our Essex and Kent offices
7 281
PLACEMENTS MADE
since 2013
5 874
CANDIDATES HELPED
and the list keeps growing
We need you
Are you an expert in a specific field in one of the sectors we serve? Chat to us about how you can become part of Adore Recruitment.
Management
Samantha Clark
Director & Founder
Samantha founded Adore in 2013, based on her own experience in the sales sector. She is still at the helm, developing the business and building new client relationships. She has led the company through rapid business growth, recruitment of staff and three relocations. Outside of work she enjoys a busy family life, running with her dog, and sipping a chilled glass of wine with friends.
Michelle Aldridge
CFO & COO
Michelle joined Adore as a temp in 2015 and has risen through the ranks. She has more than 20 years of experience in accounts and runs the financial side of things with aplomb, thanks to her obsessive organisational habits and undying love of spreadsheets. Michelle likes nothing more than relaxing with a good book, and she also enjoys the occasional day out at the racetrack – as a spectator only!
Claire Murrell
Senior Recruitment Consultant:
Office, Admin & Call Centre
Claire joined Adore in 2017 with more than 15 years’ experience in Recruitment. Working with clients within the Commercial, Admin & Call Centre team, she can cover all areas of business. She is an identical twin and also has identical twin brothers! Outside of the office she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, visiting historical locations.
Nicki Lashmar
Recruitment Consultant:
Office, Admin & Call Centre
Nicki joined us in January 2022, as an expert in Commercial recruiting. She also brings many years of experience in Account Management, Sales, Marketing and Buying. When she’s not running after her two children, Nicki loves decorating, making home improvements and eating out with family and friends.
Shelly Newton
Head of Sales Recruitment:
Sales & Marketing
Shelly is Head of Sales Recruitment at Adore Recruitment, with over eight years of experience connecting exceptional sales talent with businesses across the UK and Internationally. Specialising in Sales recruitment across all sectors, she takes a consultative, relationship-led approach to identifying and securing high-performing professionals. Passionate about delivering outstanding service, Shelly builds long-term partnerships, understands each client’s unique hiring needs, and helps businesses and candidates achieve sustainable, long-term success together.
Josh Everett
Candidate Delivery & Support Consultant:
Industrial & Logistics
Josh brings to Adore over 2 years of valuable experience in recruitment and business development within the warehouse and logistics industry. Fueled by a boundless reserve of energy, he is passionate about assisting others to achieve their goals, dedicating both his work and spare time to making a positive impact. Beyond the professional realm, he is practically a resident of the gym, embodying an unwavering commitment to health and well-being as a true fitness enthusiast.
Natalie Harrington
Recruitment Consultant:
Industrial & Logistics
With over 25 years of experience across multiple industries, Natalie is an expert in building strong client relationships, candidate sourcing and connecting top talent with industry leaders. Honest communication and service are paramount to her, and she loves driving organisational growth through strategic talent solutions. Beyond the office, she is an active volunteer for local charities and finds joy in bringing people together—especially over a home-cooked meal shared with friends and family.
Hayley Wootton
Recruitment Consultant – Sales Specialist:
Sales & Marketing
Hayley has recently started an exciting new chapter with Adore Recruitment, bringing 14 years of experience across sales, administration, marketing, social care, charities & not‑for‑profit, and Rec2Rec. Recruitment isn’t just her job — it’s her passion.
Over the years, Hayley has built her career on being caring, positive, and genuinely invested in the people she works with. Hayley believes great recruitment is about relationships, not just roles. It’s about understanding someone’s goals, spotting their potential, and sometimes giving them the confidence boost they didn’t even know they needed. Hayley brings energy, honesty and (where appropriate!) a little bit of humour — because let’s be honest, recruitment works best when you enjoy the process too.
Outside of work, Hayley’s most important job is being a mum to her soon‑to‑be four‑year‑old. Toddler life is chaotic, emotional, loud, hilarious, and utterly amazing — and it has taught her patience, resilience, and how to negotiate like a pro!
Hayley is a big believer in family time, making memories and travelling whenever she can. Hayley always has the next holiday in the diary. And after a busy week juggling work and mum life? You’ll likely find her with a cheeky glass of white wine and a well‑earned laugh.
Funny, positive, caring, and passionate — that’s her in a nutshell. She works hard, cares deeply, and truly loves what she does.
Oliver Davey
Technical Specialist – Engineering & Construction:
Engineering & Construction
Oliver is a Technical Specialist – Engineering & Construction at Adore Recruitment, bringing 12 years of experience supporting technical hiring across advanced engineering, manufacturing, construction, defence aerospace, and aviation. He works closely with engineering-led businesses to attract and secure specialist talent, from skilled professionals through to senior leadership appointments. With a practical, relationship-led approach, Oliver focuses on understanding business and project needs, utilising his strong technical knowledge to help clients and candidates build successful and lasting professional partnerships.
Office Heroes
Georgia Lacey
Administration Manager
Georgia started at Adore as a Business Administration Apprentice in 2015 and completed the Level 2 Diploma in 2016. Since then, she has shone through with her enthusiastic, and detail-orientated nature. She enjoys weekends away in Norfolk and spending time with her Husband and Son’s.
“A huge thank you to the team at Adore Recruitment for their continued support over the last few years. They have always reacted quickly and professionally to any request and have consistently provided a range of candidates for the positions we have been trying to fill.“
Mark, HR Director, Essex
