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EA First

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Google4.8
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Overview

The recruitment market in the UK is one of the most saturated and competitive industries you can work within. So how do we try and separate ourselves from over 40,000 agencies in the UK?

In short, as is the case for many agencies, it's our people. Recruitment is about people buying into people. What we value and offer is:

An open and honest working relationship

The experience of some of the very best recruiters in the market

A network of contacts built up over many years of operating

EA First stands for Expert Advisers First. We believe we have some of the best Advisers in the market and we'd like you to call us first when considering a partnership with an agency. Feel free to look at the Meet the Team section.

As we thought about how we wanted to tell you about EA First we wanted to ensure we maintain a professional manner. More importantly we want to be honest, passionate and talking to you as a person rather than a revenue stream.

We won't claim to be the next best thing since sliced bread, we won't throw out stock recruiter lines, but we do promise you, we will give our very best efforts to show you why we'd like you to work with us. We promise we'll show you our passion and more importantly, we promise to show you that we care about you.

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Benjamin Fordham

Posted 8 months ago
5.0
Outstanding

Hayley provided brilliant advice and helped find a job at a good company, arranging interviews and assisting with paperwork. Would highly recommend.

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Zoe Ashton

Posted 8 months ago
5.0
Outstanding

I had the pleasure of working with Hayley during my recent job search, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. From the very beginning, they were always just a phone call away, offering guidance and reassurance whenever I needed it. They made the entire process smooth and stress-free by keeping me informed at every stage and answering all my questions promptly. What really stood out was their genuine care and support - not only did they help me secure my new role, but they also checked in after I started to make sure everything was going well. That level of commitment and professionalism is rare and truly appreciated. If you’re looking for a recruiter who goes above and beyond, Hayley is the one to trust!

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dawn walton

Posted 9 months ago
5.0
Outstanding

I have worked with many recruiters over the years, but Hayley is quite honestly one of the few who actually listened to what I was looking for! She only proposed relevant high quality roles which she felt were a good "fit" so I would highly recommend EA services. They are excellent!

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N K

Posted 10 months ago
1.0
Significant Issues

Recruiter ghosted me after my interview, zero follow up. Negative experience.

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Caitlin Piper

Posted 11 months ago
5.0
Outstanding

My experience with EA First has been nothing but positive. I had the pleasure of being taken care of by Hayley who was with me every step of the way and was sure to listen to all my career goals/ concerns whilst also taking the time to get to know me. Communication was magnificent and I felt like a priority at all times; with Hayley even contacting me with updates whilst away abroad! I’m so thankful for all her help in this smooth process of finding a job. I hope to continue my career journey with EA First in the future. Thank you!

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Erin Kicks

Posted 31 Jul 2025
5.0
Outstanding

Hayley was so amazing at finding me exactly what I was looking for! Her communication skills are top tier and she always makes you feel like a priority, no matter how busy she gets. I couldn’t recommend EA First enough, thank you so much 😊

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Michael Campbell

Posted 28 Jul 2025
5.0
Outstanding

My experience of EA First, and in particular Lucy, has been excellent. I have engaged a number of recruiters / head-hunters recently, and the service provided by Lucy and EA First has stood out. Combining a friendliness, promptness and domain expertise, the service delivered has been personal, on-point and value-adding. So many in this space promise much, Lucy delivers. I would not hesitate to recommend this service.

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Petrica Gabriel

Posted 8 Jan 2025
5.0
Outstanding

Had the great pleasure of speaking to Nathan who has been amazing. Very personable and helpful, he has been very professional but friendly and approachable. I would highly recommend to family and friends looking for work. Thanks to the team I now I started my now Job. Thank you Ea-First. Thank you Nathan

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Andrew Marsters

Posted 4 Dec 2024
5.0
Outstanding

I reached out to EA First to help me secure a new position. I was assisted by Hayley Murfitt who went above and beyond to help me. She listened to what I was looking for in a role, she kept me up to date throughout the process and she made the process pain-free. I had reached out to another agency who never even came back to be before Hayley had found me a job! She helped me to secure a role I really am looking forward to starting - thank you!

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Dominik Burcin

Posted 1 Nov 2024
5.0
Outstanding

My experience with EA First was one of the best I had with a recruitment agency. Abigail and Lauren were incredibly helpful and attentive. I attended several calls with them, including a mock interview before my real one for a really good role they found for me. The experience and advice they provide to their candidates is invaluable and proved very effective in the real interview. They are both a real asset to the business and I highly recommend them. Although I did not secure the position in the end, I really enjoyed attention and care provided by EA First and will be happy to use their services in the future.

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