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Clinical & Management Recruitment Experts | Redefining Agency Recruitment in Healthcare. Service first is at the forefront of our decision making.

We're a specialist recruitment company serving the UK healthcare sector, with specific expertise in planned care and surgery. Having worked within permanent recruitment for many years, owners Steven and Alex have committed to building a recruitment business that is focused on strong moral values, ethical practice and bespoke solutions. Now positioned as a well respected niche agency recruiting int

o planned care provisions, they conscientiously represent candidates in the marketplace and partner with healthcare organisations to provide skilled and engaged professionals that will sustainably strengthen their workforce. WHAT WE DO:
Built on partnership, we offer a full suite of permanent, contract and search recruitment services. Our expertise lies within identifying, engaging and securing the right candidate that makes lasting impact within their role. Supporting private and NHS hospitals, healthcare services and surgical suppliers. We are committed to creating opportunities and a positive experience for every client and candidate we serve.

23/12/2025

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

As the year draws to a close, it’s worth recognising that healthcare doesn’t pause over the festive period.

To those continuing to lead services, support teams, and care for patients through Christmas and into the New Year, we recognise and appreciate the contribution you make.

We wish everyone working across healthcare a restful break where possible, time with family and friends, and a prosperous year ahead.

29/09/2025

Marsh Farmer partner with PMPSA.

At Marsh Farmer, we’re proud to support members of the Practice Managers in the Private Sector Association (PMPSA) with recruitment solutions tailored to the unique needs of the private healthcare sector.

From executive search and senior clinical appointments to interim cover, workforce planning and market insights, our services are designed to help practices overcome staffing challenges and build sustainable teams for the future.

With a dedicated approach, we go beyond filling roles. We work as partners to strengthen your workforce, drive operational excellence and support long-term growth.

If you’re a PMPSA member looking to recruit, discover how we can help:
🔗 https://marshfarmer.com/pmpsa/

19/08/2025

Candidate feedback like this means everything to us.

Thank you to Patrick Kollias, who we recently placed as Head of Finance at The Hamptons Hospital in Peterborough, for these kind words regarding his engagement with Steve.

"Every interaction with Steve felt personal and thoughtful, which made the whole process much smoother. He maintained regular communication and provided timely updates, helping to set clear expectations along the way.

"I'm grateful for his support and guidance throughout the process and I appreciated the approachable and professional way he handled our collaboration."

Clear communication. Personal service. Professional support. That’s what we strive for in every placement.

If you're looking for a healthcare recruitment partner who goes the extra mile, we're here to help.

31/07/2025

9 out of 10 candidates we present are invited to interview.

Why? Because at Marsh Farmer, we’re more than just recruiters, we’re industry advisors trusted by some of the UK’s most respected healthcare providers.

If you're one of the 80% of healthcare professionals open to new opportunities, but unsure where to start, you're not alone. The job market can feel overwhelming.

That’s where we come in:
✅ We help you position yourself effectively
✅ We open the right doors to decision-makers
✅ We showcase your true value

Let’s turn curiosity into confidence and conversations into career moves.

Book a discovery call today 🔗 https://bit.ly/3HCJ8LB

15/07/2025

Welcome to all our new followers.

We’ve seen a strong rise in engagement recently. Whether you’re just joining us or have followed us for a while, thank you for being here.

For those new to Marsh Farmer, here’s who we are:

We’re a highly specialist search and recruitment firm, focused on healthcare.

Founded by Steven Farmer and Alex Marsh, we’re built on deep sector knowledge, strong values, and a clear purpose..... to improve healthcare by placing the right people; the cornerstone of any organisation’s success.

We work with private healthcare providers to build leadership and clinical teams that drive performance. Striking the balance between safe care and commercial outcomes.

We partner with medtech and healthcare consultancies to build high-performing teams that bring critical solutions to market.

From interim capability to executive search, we’re typically brought in at critical moments. When a leadership gap needs closing, a new service is launching, performance has dipped, or growth demands more from the team.

Our work spans:
✔️ Executive search
✔️ Permanent & interim recruitment
✔️ Strategic hiring advisory

We’re outcome-focused, insight-led, and committed to helping our partners build lasting capability.

To all our new followers, welcome.

To those who have supported us on our journey, thank you.

There’s more to come.

11/07/2025

Healthcare search that delivers outcomes.

At Marsh Farmer, our objective is to solve performance and leadership challenges inside healthcare organisations, not just fill roles.

Here’s how we do it:

1️⃣ Define the impact before hiring
We start by clarifying what success looks like; not just tasks, but outcomes.
No role will be briefed without a clear link to business value.

2️⃣ Assess for performance, not paper
We go beyond qualifications and experience to test actual capability.
That means fewer CVs, refined shortlists, and better hires.

3️⃣ Get culture fit right.... early
We look at values, behaviours, and adaptability from day one.
The best hires blend fresh perspective with the feeling they’ve been there forever.

This is how we deliver real value.

11/04/2025

This is our standard. Lawrie truly embodies the Marsh Farmer way.

He recently supported the successful hire of Bharat Patel as Lead Cardiac Physiologist at Circle Health Group, Lawrie received this glowing feedback:

“Lawrie is someone who really has a friendly and professional stance when it comes to recruiting. Someone who really dives deep into understanding the right person for the right role and wants to tailor up effectively. He ticks all the boxes for a smooth recruitment process, leaving his clients more at ease.”

At Marsh Farmer, we’re proud to go beyond the CV - taking time to understand both client and candidate needs to make placements that truly fit.

Are you looking to build your team? Let’s talk ➡️ https://bit.ly/Contact-MF

17/01/2025

We're delighted to welcome a new member of team. Joining as a Senior Recruitment Consultant, Wayne Hope.

Wayne brings a wealth of experience to Marsh Farmer, covering both internal and agency recruitment. He bolsters our ability to deliver high quality services to our valued clients and adds unique expertise in commercial functions within healthcare.

Most importantly, Wayne's values match those of the business, providing an ideal cultural fit for Marsh Farmer.

Welcome, Wayne. 👋

30/10/2024

Ready to Make an Impact? Join Marsh Farmer as Our New Delivery Consultant!

We’re looking to hire a skilled Delivery Consultant who thrives in quality-led and solution-based environments, and epitomises the organisation values; leadership, mastery, health, courage and integrity.

In this role, you’ll be committed to building impactful, human-led partnerships with both clients and candidates in the industry. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, personalised solutions, focused on the mission of improving healthcare.

🔹 Role: Delivery Consultant
🔹 Location: Marsh Farmer office (Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire) and home-based

Due to our dynamic growth and commitment to excellence for our clients, we are seeking expressions of interest from those with a particular skill in engaging high demand candidates whilst navigating hiring processes with a unique approach.

If you’re ready to take on new challenges and advance your career, we would love to hear from you!

Check out the full job description and apply here:
➡️ https://bit.ly/MF-DeliveryConsultant

25/10/2024

Time to give back to the local community.

We're delighted to share that the Marsh Farmer branding will now be proudly displayed on the training kit of our local junior football team, Buckden junior F.C. Under 10s.

Here's a preview of the new training jackets. We'll share another once we receive some photos of the youngsters in Marsh Farmer wearing action.

29/08/2024

Marsh Farmer is 5️⃣ years old.

Here are a few words from Managing Director Steven Farmer to mark the occasion: 👇

It started in a converted shipping container.

What an intense and enlightening journey it has been. 5 years ago, we saw an opportunity to focus on serving the independent healthcare sector in the UK. While treating healthcare professionals as they would treat their patients. Our purpose remains.

Through a blend of great timing, strong relationships and some luck we have created something that continues to grow and offer value to the industry. We have weathered the storm of COVID, helped 100s of candidates progress their careers and made high-impact hires in over 50 services in the UK.

We're endlessly grateful for the healthcare leaders who showed faith in us from the outset. We are thankful that they continued to invite us to solve their recruitment challenges and paid it forward too. We could not have built our stellar reputation without the trust of our partners and the candidates who let us help them.

Of course, special thanks to my Co-Founder and our Sales Director, Alex Marsh for embarking on this journey with me. Without your faith in the vision and unquenchable desire to get results, we may not be here.

The most satisfying thing about this milestone, it is only the beginning. We are on the cusp of some exciting developments, allowing us to expand and deliver even more high-quality and bespoke recruitment services to the healthcare sector. Both here and globally.

Health is part of our code and we will continue to support the industry and the people who make it happen every day.

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