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XCL - one of the leading recruitment agencies in West Yorkshire and the North West

About

Established in 2013 by David Gallagher, XCL has become one of the leading recruitment agencies in Huddersfield and West Yorkshire.

Ever since we started, we’ve focused on developing a portfolio of high quality candidates, and forging close partnerships with our growing range of leading...

Established in 2013 by David Gallagher, XCL has become one of the leading recruitment agencies in Huddersfield and West Yorkshire.

Ever since we started, we’ve focused on developing a portfolio of high quality candidates, and forging close partnerships with our growing range of leading employers.

For temporary and permanent roles XCL is your recruitment agency partner across Huddersfield, Leeds and West Yorkshire with a focus on expert matchmaking between candidate and employer. 

We’re working with many leading blue-chip employers in construction, IT, engineering, civil engineering and the office and commercial sectors, helping them find quality people.

We achieve this through our proven quality CV evaluation process which ensures we only present the candidates who not only meet your selection criteria but bring other personal attributes to your working culture.

Meet the team

David Gallagher - Director of XCL Recruitment
David Gallagher
Director
Ewan Gallagher - Director at XCL Recruitment
Ewan Gallagher
Director
Jodie Woodhead - Regional Manager at XCL Recruitment
Jodie Woodhead
Regional Manager
Rebecca Quinn - Payroll Administrator at XCL Recruitment
Rebecca Quinn
Payroll Administrator
XCL staff member Jacob Wood, featured on XCL Website
Jacob Wood
Trainee Recruitment Consultant
Luke Bradbury - Assistant Manager at XCL Recruitment
Luke Bradbury
Branch Manager
Image of Kaitlyn West, Recruitment Consultant. Featured on XCL group website
Kaitlyn West
Trainee Recruitment Consultant

Latest Vacancies

Recruitment Consultant, Huddersfield
TBC
Huddersfield

We are growing and are looking to bring in experienced individuals to help boost our sales and establish new relationships with new clients. We have already got a good base in Huddersfield and are well established within the industrial and construction sectors.

We are growing and are looking to bring in experienced individuals to help boost our sales and establish new relationships with new clients. We have already got a good base in Huddersfield and are well established within the industrial and construction sectors.

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Recruitment Sales Consultant, Huddersfield
TBC
Huddersfield
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Resourcer, Huddersfield
TBC
Huddersfield
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What our clients have been saying

I approached XCL as we had an immediate need to upscale our production team, across multiple production sites within the UK.

The consistent effort made on their part to understand our needs and to communicate well led to effective worker placements; right person, right position.

The quality of service that...

I approached XCL as we had an immediate need to upscale our production team, across multiple production sites within the UK.

The consistent effort made on their part to understand our needs and to communicate well led to effective worker placements; right person, right position.

The quality of service that Jodie and Karl delivered is what set the XCL Group apart from other providers, I am happy to endorse this team.

Head of Production

I have worked for various agencies for years. I can honestly say that XCL are the best agency I have ever worked for. Luke from XCL is a superstar. Honest and keeps in contact.

Highly recommend.

I have worked for various agencies for years. I can honestly say that XCL are the best agency I have ever worked for. Luke from XCL is a superstar. Honest and keeps in contact.

Highly recommend.

Production Operative

After receiving a phone call from Jodie, who found my CV online, I have now managed to get myself a new job role, that I am very happy with and is a lot more suited for myself.

Jodie has been very professional throughout and has kept me up to date with all the processes, as well as checking in with me after my first...

After receiving a phone call from Jodie, who found my CV online, I have now managed to get myself a new job role, that I am very happy with and is a lot more suited for myself.

Jodie has been very professional throughout and has kept me up to date with all the processes, as well as checking in with me after my first few days to see how I’ve settled in. I couldn’t recommend her anymore and the group’s services.

Thank you!

Candidate Testimonial - Stores Assistant

I was very impressed with the efficiency of XCL, and in particular Jodie who was extremely informative, knowledgeable and proactive when sourcing a new site manager for us. I would happily recommend XCL and would look to utilise their recruiting skills in the future as and when key positions arise with our company.
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I was very impressed with the efficiency of XCL, and in particular Jodie who was extremely informative, knowledgeable and proactive when sourcing a new site manager for us. I would happily recommend XCL and would look to utilise their recruiting skills in the future as and when key positions arise with our company.
I was very impressed with the efficiency of XCL, and in particular Jodie who was extremely informative, knowledgeable and proactive when sourcing a new site manager for us. I would happily recommend XCL and would look to utilise their recruiting skills in the future as and when key positions arise with our company.

Commercial Director

Could not endorse Jodie more. She builds good relationships with candidates, not only learning their backgrounds and experience, but their career goals too to ensure that she matches the right candidates in the right roles ensuring longevity in the placements.

Could not endorse Jodie more. She builds good relationships with candidates, not only learning their backgrounds and experience, but their career goals too to ensure that she matches the right candidates in the right roles ensuring longevity in the placements.

Construction Site Manager

The team at XCL provided a wonderful service throughout all communications and correspondence, a friendly and professional service. All dialogue has been clear and concise with timely contact keeping me updated with all progressions in relation to the position.

Pre interview advice and discussion helped ease any...

The team at XCL provided a wonderful service throughout all communications and correspondence, a friendly and professional service. All dialogue has been clear and concise with timely contact keeping me updated with all progressions in relation to the position.

Pre interview advice and discussion helped ease any nerves that I had and put me in a more confident footing and better prepared of what to anticipate at interview stage.

I would highly recommend your service to family and friends on the back of my consultant's hard work and constant dedication. It has been an absolute pleasure.

Estimator

I would like to say that working with XCL has been a breath of fresh air, I have worked with a considerable amount of recruitment agencies during 27 years of factory management and none have showed the same commitment as XCL.

The interview process that XCL do with prospective employees would seem to be a lot better...

I would like to say that working with XCL has been a breath of fresh air, I have worked with a considerable amount of recruitment agencies during 27 years of factory management and none have showed the same commitment as XCL.

The interview process that XCL do with prospective employees would seem to be a lot better than other agencies as the turnaround of staff is in comparison much less. XCL also go the extra mile to fulfil the required roles and seem to work tirelessly to find the right people for those roles.

I have been extremely impressed with the ideas that Rebecca and Chloe have in finding people to fill roles where others have failed, especially with them both attending site regularly to register and interview prospective employees. which then enables us to interview a lot quicker.

We currently have about 5 agencies on the look out for staff and at the moment the first phone call is to XCL as we know they will endeavour to work hard to find the right candidate and most of the time they do.

I have worked with the same agency for the last 15 years and have always given them priority on supplying staff, Rebecca and Chloe have impressed me so much that I always speak to XCL first.

Factory Manager

We have worked with XCL Management for over a year now and we will be continuing to work with them. The team always listen to our requirements for both permanent and temporary staff and take time to visit our office to fully understand the role and type of person to fit into our small team.

We have recruited a few...

We have worked with XCL Management for over a year now and we will be continuing to work with them. The team always listen to our requirements for both permanent and temporary staff and take time to visit our office to fully understand the role and type of person to fit into our small team.

We have recruited a few excellent members of staff with thanks to XCL only recommending suitable candidates, hence saving me time in my busy role interviewing many applicants. I can highly recommend them.

HR Manager

I am happy to recommend the recruitment service offered by XCL Management. I have recently used the companies’ services and found staff to be extremely attentive and efficient. They were extremely knowledgeable and approachable at all times and continue to use their services.

I am happy to recommend the recruitment service offered by XCL Management. I have recently used the companies’ services and found staff to be extremely attentive and efficient. They were extremely knowledgeable and approachable at all times and continue to use their services.

Manufacturing Director

We started using XCL Management when our new distribution centre in Portbury was opened. Rebecca and her team have played a key part in the success of this new site by providing staff and training as well as responding to requests quickly and efficiently. XCL have provided both temporary and permanent staff for us and we...

We started using XCL Management when our new distribution centre in Portbury was opened. Rebecca and her team have played a key part in the success of this new site by providing staff and training as well as responding to requests quickly and efficiently. XCL have provided both temporary and permanent staff for us and we would not hesitate to recommend their services to others.

HR Manager

Searching for a new job is never an enviable task and having dealt with recruitment agents in the past it can be somewhat overwhelming trying to find the right role and more importantly the right company.

My consultant approached me shortly after posting my CV online, I found her to be positive and enthusiastic...

Searching for a new job is never an enviable task and having dealt with recruitment agents in the past it can be somewhat overwhelming trying to find the right role and more importantly the right company.

My consultant approached me shortly after posting my CV online, I found her to be positive and enthusiastic without being overbearing. She organised the interview around my hectic schedule, kept in constant contact regarding the role, delivering feedback whilst generally assessing my suitability for the role for myself and also her client, which I think is important for long term prospects for both parties.

I can't recommend XCL highly enough, although I have no intention to look for a career move in the future I wouldn't hesitate to get back in contact should the need arise.

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

XCL Recruitment stepped in where other agencies had failed. The job they put me forward for was exactly the job description and organisation I was searching for. I've been with the company for 3 weeks now and I've been able to hit the ground running thanks to their hard work behind the scenes and their excellent...

XCL Recruitment stepped in where other agencies had failed. The job they put me forward for was exactly the job description and organisation I was searching for. I've been with the company for 3 weeks now and I've been able to hit the ground running thanks to their hard work behind the scenes and their excellent ability to find the company that fit me perfectly. 

Sales & Marketing Co-ordinator

At long last, I have found with XCL, a Recruitment Agency that manages to send over ideal candidates.

Amy is professional and polite and always produces the perfect applicants out of nowhere which other agencies don’t seem to be able to do.

Whilst building a good working relationship with us, she takes time to...

At long last, I have found with XCL, a Recruitment Agency that manages to send over ideal candidates.

Amy is professional and polite and always produces the perfect applicants out of nowhere which other agencies don’t seem to be able to do.

Whilst building a good working relationship with us, she takes time to understand and listen to what we require for each role and because of this XCL have managed to place several candidates with us over the last couple of months.

Sales Operations Manager

I was very impressed with the service provided by XCL, and our account manager, who was extremely knowledgeable in finding what we were looking for in a candidate when sourcing an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for us.

I would happily recommend XCL and would look to utilise their recruiting skills in the future as and...

I was very impressed with the service provided by XCL, and our account manager, who was extremely knowledgeable in finding what we were looking for in a candidate when sourcing an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for us.

I would happily recommend XCL and would look to utilise their recruiting skills in the future as and when key positions arise with our company.

Site Manager

My consultant provided help and support from start to finish. She kept me informed and updated throughout the process. I was looking for very specific features in my next role to have a work/ life balance, but she found the perfect role. Her knowledge within the industry is excellent and far better than most other...

My consultant provided help and support from start to finish. She kept me informed and updated throughout the process. I was looking for very specific features in my next role to have a work/ life balance, but she found the perfect role. Her knowledge within the industry is excellent and far better than most other recruiters I have dealt with in the past. Thank you for all the help

TEKLA Draughtsman

Refreshing experience received from XCL Group, with communication maintained, keeping me up to date on any movements which has been a rare experience from other agencies. XCL's perseverance has paid off and secured a new position for me. 

Refreshing experience received from XCL Group, with communication maintained, keeping me up to date on any movements which has been a rare experience from other agencies. XCL's perseverance has paid off and secured a new position for me. 

Project Director

XCL provide a great service sourcing candidates. Karl and the team go above and beyond to really understand the needs of the business and to match this with great talent. There is always great communication from the whole XCL team. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them as a recruitment agency

XCL provide a great service sourcing candidates. Karl and the team go above and beyond to really understand the needs of the business and to match this with great talent. There is always great communication from the whole XCL team. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them as a recruitment agency

HR Manager EMEA

XCL Group have been a valuable recruitment partner for the last few years.

Luke has been very proactive and supportive throughout our journey together.

Fully understanding our business requirements has lead them to find us suitable candidates; some have joined our team as permanent employees.

I have...

XCL Group have been a valuable recruitment partner for the last few years.

Luke has been very proactive and supportive throughout our journey together.

Fully understanding our business requirements has lead them to find us suitable candidates; some have joined our team as permanent employees.

I have already recommended them to some of my business contacts.

General Manager

We first started working with XCL back in December 2021.  Initially we needed additional temporary staff and XCL were able to supply a fully vetted labour force that meet our short-term requirements.  We then looked to employ several permanent staff within our specialised manufacturing environment, and again, XCL were able...

We first started working with XCL back in December 2021.  Initially we needed additional temporary staff and XCL were able to supply a fully vetted labour force that meet our short-term requirements.  We then looked to employ several permanent staff within our specialised manufacturing environment, and again, XCL were able to supply candidates that were fully vetted and specifically meet the needs of the business and our working ethos.

Based on the quality of candidates and the professionalism of the team at XCL, we then looked to appoint XCL in the recruitment of new Production Manager, which was a new critical role within the business, and again the vetting and evaluation of the candidates was excellent. It is clear that XCL fully understood our business and the calibre of the people we look to employ.

Going forward, we will continue to utilise XCL for all our recruitment needs, whether that be for temporary or permanent positions, as we see XCL to be our long-term recruitment partner.

General Manager

Excellent and friendly team, easy to deal with.

Wages are paid promptly.

Excellent and friendly team, easy to deal with.

Wages are paid promptly.

Machine Operator

I spoke to Luke, absolutely fantastic service. An amazing guy who always sounds so happy & happy to help customers. Most reliable phone calls I’ve ever had. Very quick, very intrigued in what you have to say and just all round amazing.

I spoke to Luke, absolutely fantastic service. An amazing guy who always sounds so happy & happy to help customers. Most reliable phone calls I’ve ever had. Very quick, very intrigued in what you have to say and just all round amazing.

Production Operative

Kade has just got me a job at a motorcycle parts warehouse, couldn’t have asked for anything better👍within 2 weeks of registering the team have found me a potentially secure job in my local area ,throughout the 2 weeks of me job searching daily Kade and his team have been really persistent reliable and honest and have got...

Kade has just got me a job at a motorcycle parts warehouse, couldn’t have asked for anything better👍within 2 weeks of registering the team have found me a potentially secure job in my local area ,throughout the 2 weeks of me job searching daily Kade and his team have been really persistent reliable and honest and have got me back into work after being laid off during the Christmas period and landing on hard time thanks a lot guys.

Warehouse Operative

Jacob has been a wonderful recruitment consultant for us the last few weeks, he understands our business well and the specifics regarding textile manufacturing.

Jacob has sent us so many excellent candidates and we appreciate all of his hard work and patience with us. Recruitment isn’t an easy role, but he has...

Jacob has been a wonderful recruitment consultant for us the last few weeks, he understands our business well and the specifics regarding textile manufacturing.

Jacob has sent us so many excellent candidates and we appreciate all of his hard work and patience with us. Recruitment isn’t an easy role, but he has listened to the needs of the business and offered extra support where needed to help us meet our goals.

He responds promptly and is also receptive to candidate feedback when candidate’s haven’t been successful. He’s a real asset to the XCL Group!

Head of Internal Recruitment

We use XCL to support us in finding our temp to perm and seasonal staff, Jodie asked loads of question so she could understand our requirement.

They respond quickly and efficiently sending potential candidates CV`s and background information to us, which in turn allows us to be proactive, and ready for our season...

We use XCL to support us in finding our temp to perm and seasonal staff, Jodie asked loads of question so she could understand our requirement.

They respond quickly and efficiently sending potential candidates CV`s and background information to us, which in turn allows us to be proactive, and ready for our season uplift in business.

Jodie and her team have a good understanding of our warehouse requirements placing candidate with a good understand of what we are requiring before attending site, saving us time and money in the long run. I would be happy to recommend XCL!

Warehouse Manager

Great service from XCL, Mr Jacob Wood especially brilliant with his help, he help get me a job to which I'm so grateful.

I would recommend anyone looking for work to contact XCL Recruitment.

Great service from XCL, Mr Jacob Wood especially brilliant with his help, he help get me a job to which I'm so grateful.

I would recommend anyone looking for work to contact XCL Recruitment.

Production Operative

I was seeking work through my e-mail alerts and I called XCL Group and spoke to Luke Bradbury at first instance and he was extremely patient and very helpful, he didn't rush me and managed to get me a role to start within 6 hours.

Even when Luke was unavailable to get hold of I spoke to other staff members who...

I was seeking work through my e-mail alerts and I called XCL Group and spoke to Luke Bradbury at first instance and he was extremely patient and very helpful, he didn't rush me and managed to get me a role to start within 6 hours.

Even when Luke was unavailable to get hold of I spoke to other staff members who were very informative and communicated well amongst themselves and delivered excellent service.
I'd recently left to join another Company but things didn't work out and I contacted XCL and spoke to Luke again and within a matter of 2 hours Luke came up with several options to get back me into employment . I have never come across any recruitment agency who has been so caring and demonstrated the willingness and determination to help and assist without fail.
Luke and the entire team at XCL is absolutely phenomenal in every aspect all the way in their work ethics.


I sincerely recommend anyone out there seeking employment to contact XCL Group and as far as I am concerned is the best Agency in my opinion.

Production Op

Very Pleased !

Jodie replied to my application within seconds and I had a start date within a couple of hours, once I'd sent the paperwork over.

Ongoing work in a role that I'm more than happy with. Top Service!

Very Pleased !

Jodie replied to my application within seconds and I had a start date within a couple of hours, once I'd sent the paperwork over.

Ongoing work in a role that I'm more than happy with. Top Service!

Printing Operative

I cannot rate Luke and the team at XCL anymore highly, professional, calm, interested, thorough, empathetic, considerate and timely- never over promised, never under delivered!

I cannot rate Luke and the team at XCL anymore highly, professional, calm, interested, thorough, empathetic, considerate and timely- never over promised, never under delivered!

Sales Person

I've worked for various agencies and XCL are the best. Especially Kaitlyn, she has been brilliant and very professional in finding me a great job. Great bunch of guys đź‘Ť

I've worked for various agencies and XCL are the best. Especially Kaitlyn, she has been brilliant and very professional in finding me a great job. Great bunch of guys đź‘Ť

Warehouse Op

I am thoroughly impressed by the agency's professionalism and efficiency. Their commitment to delivering high-quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction is commendable.

I highly recommend them for their exceptional service and attention to detail.

I am thoroughly impressed by the agency's professionalism and efficiency. Their commitment to delivering high-quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction is commendable.

I highly recommend them for their exceptional service and attention to detail.

Telesales Agent

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