About us
Since our establishment in 2000, Huntress has been at the forefront of recruitment across a range of specialist sectors. Our reputation is built on experienced consultants who truly understand their markets.
We are driven by our passion to support clients and candidates across the UK for both local and national businesses alike.
Our purpose
Building better lives for all
We are dedicated to helping you reach your professional goals and create a better future for yourself.
Our vision
Be yourself, be fulfilled
Our company culture fosters a workplace where you can thrive and contribute to the success of the company by just being you.
Our mission
Your trusted recruitment partner
Our mission is to be your go-to recruitment partner. Supporting our clients' success and candidates' ambitions.
Our values
- Teamwork
- Ambition
- Integrity
- Inclusivity
Timeline
Our story
Over the past 25 years, we have opened new offices and expanded our markets including establishing our three specialist recruitment brands: Merrifield Consultants Birchrose Associates Nextgen Teachers.
October2000
Company formed - Head Office in Kingsway, London
April2001
Bracknell office opens
April2002
Leeds office opens
September2002
Maidstone office opens
April2004
Crawley office opens
2014
CEO Chris Leeson joins
November2017
Established Merrifield Consultants
September2019
Established Birchrose Associates
July2021
Fully remote team established
August2021
Hybrid working agreed across the company
October2021
Mental Health Champions and Wellbeing group formed
June2022
EDI group formed
August2023
Procurement & Supply Chain launch
March2024
Established NextGen Teachers in Leeds
February2025
Established NextGen Teachers in Crawley
July2025
Birchrose Associates expanded into the US
September2025
Established NextGen Teachers in London
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