I've had a few dealings with Purple as a web designer and though they are very friendly I don't…read morerecall ever actually getting any work from them. What was a little more disconcerting on one occasion my application for a job was actually lost by one of their recruitment people. The company have a nice website that they keep up to date and a friendly workforce so I'm sure others have had success where I have not.

Corecom Consulting were absolutely exceptional in helping me find not just a job, but the perfect…read morerole for me. Jack Fletcher was absolutely amazing. I cannot speak highly enough of this company and I've passed their details onto everyone I know. They are just incredibly good people.

So, person-who-shall-be-nameless rings up from Corecom. Asks me what my current situation is. I…read moreexplain that I'm currently between contracts and interested in contracts. He asks me what position I currently hold. I explain again that I'm currently between contracts. He asks me again what position I hold. I try again to explain what 'between contracts' means. He hangs up on me in mid sentence! Memorably surreal.

I decided I wanted to become self employed but had no idea how to do this until someone pointed me…read morein the direction of Chapel Town's Urban Biz. Its social aim is to help marginalised or disadvantaged people return to employment by getting them the help they need whether that is through advice, the right training or help creating a business plan. It is based in Chapel Town - a predominantly Black and Asian community - as they work with BAME (Black and Ethnic Minority) groups. But the fact that I am a white girl did not prevent them from giving me free advice about how to get started. I had called them up and was able to arrange a meeting the next day. My advisor was positive and helpful and gave me his card so I could call him any time I needed more advice on my next step to setting up my own business.

A great recruitment agency. I've been working as a temp for them for the last 3 years and they have…read moregot me some brilliant jobs. Their rates of pay are very satisfactory for temporary jobs and I haven't found myself without a job for more than a few days. The people who work there are all really friendly and easy to deal with and the office is quite a nice and welcoming place to visit.

I guess there are a lot of us looking for work at this time. Reed is located in the centre of…read moreBradford's city at the lower end of Kirkgate. It's best to give them a call before you go in so they can set up a time for someone to tailor your needs. When you get there you will find the place looks nice, tidy and clean. It looks like a real professional office, which is important as first impressions can be vital in these types of situations. The staff there, and I can't say this enough, are excellent. They are really warm and welcoming and will talk you through all the stages that you will need to go through, whether you are after permanent of temporary jobs. They've helped me out during my time at school, during the holidays in university and then when i graduated. They're a real professional outfit and even when you have work will continue to work hard for you!

The staff member i saw was very friendly. I applied for a job there and had to fill lots of forms,…read morehowever she left me in the room for over half an hour on my own while she was on the phone and then I was told she would get back to me about the job end of the week, that was about 5 weeks ago and still never got back in touch with me even after I tried to contact her. Waste of my time.

One of the best around. I had been there for a short time and was offered a work placement at…read moreUniversity of Leeds, working there turned out to be one of the best jobs i've ever had or will ever have. The amount of help they give you at A4e with things such as CV's, cover letters and even starting up your own business is great. If you do get sent to A4e take advantage of the help you can receive from them.

Decent, straightforward, honest solicitors. Not cheap but are upfront about fees and you can pay…read moremonthly rather than the lump sum. Talk in plain English and have initial consultation free. House purchases not the cheapest around but they do a comprehensive job and you get what you pay for. Find the owners column in the local paper entertaining!

Sadly, these "so-called" recruitment experts have zero talent. Not only are they rude to…read moreprospective employees, one can only imagine how they interact with their clients. Stay away. There are professional and resolute headhunting agencies in the corporate world. If Oliver the Clown gives you an unsolicited call or email, it is time to activate the spam folder. Never encountered such a narcissistic buffoon in my adult life.

Excellent team of very talented recruiters who go the extra mile to ensure that they assist you all…read morethe way from pre-interview stage right through to selection and job appointment. I know who I will suggest to my colleagues when they are job hunting!