As a family-run recruitment business with over 40 years of combined experience, we put people at the heart of everything we do. We work with employers and candidates across the UK, delivering temporary, contract and permanent recruitment solutions with honesty, care and a genuinely personal approach.
About The Owners.
Adam
Adam Dyson is a recruitment professional with over 20 years of experience, including 15 years as the owner and director of The Clever Fish Recruitment. Known for his approachable and tailored style, Adam is passionate about connecting the right people with the right opportunities, offering a genuine, people-focused approach to recruitment. The Clever Fish Recruitment works with a wide range of industries, specialising in technical, engineering, managerial, and industrial roles. Whether you’re a business seeking staff or a candidate looking for your next opportunity, Adam and his team supply staff for all positions on a temporary, contract, and permanent basis, providing flexibility to suit your needs.
Based in Yorkshire but working nationally, Adam combines local expertise with a broader reach. He takes the time to truly understand the requirements of each client and the goals of every candidate, ensuring clear and open communication throughout. Adam’s focus is on finding the perfect match—candidates who not only meet the job criteria but also fit seamlessly into the company’s culture, and roles that align with candidates’ skills and career aspirations. His friendly and professional manner ensures everyone feels valued and supported every step of the way.
Whether you’re a business or a job seeker, working with Adam and The Clever Fish Recruitment means becoming part of a supportive network that prioritises people and helps you achieve your goals with confidence.
Victoria
Victoria Dyson brings over 25 years of recruitment experience and a personal, people-focused approach to her role. As the owner and director of The Clever Fish Recruitment for more than 15 years, Victoria has established herself as a trusted professional with a genuine passion for connecting candidates with their ideal roles and helping businesses build successful teams. Victoria specialises in all commercial vacancies, including Sales & Account Management, Marketing, Human Resources, senior-level appointments, Administration, and Support Staff. She provides expert recruitment solutions for temporary, contract, and permanent positions, ensuring a tailored approach for both clients and candidates.
Victoria’s journey in recruitment began at a Huddersfield agency, where she quickly progressed to become a skilled consultant. Over the years, she has built strong, lasting client relationships and developed a reputation for delivering outstanding candidates perfectly matched to each role. Based in Yorkshire, Victoria combines her extensive local expertise with a broad network, enabling her to effectively support both clients and candidates across multiple locations. She prioritises open, honest communication and ensures everyone feels informed and supported throughout the recruitment process.
Whether you’re a business seeking the perfect addition to your team or a candidate looking for your next career opportunity, Victoria and The Clever Fish Recruitment provide a personalised service tailored to your unique needs. Her dedication, wealth of experience, and approachable style ensure a recruitment experience that truly puts people first.
For Candidates, We Provide Promising Positions At a Growing Range of Companies across the UK.
Finding a new job is about more than simply matching a CV to a vacancy. Whether you’re looking for a role in manufacturing, engineering, sales, administration or technical support, we’ll take the time to understand your skills, experience and career goals before recommending opportunities that are right for you.
From your first application through to placement, you’ll receive honest advice, clear communication and regular feedback, so you’re never left wondering what happens next. Our personal approach means you’ll always deal with people who genuinely care about helping you take the next step in your career.
We know how important it is to find the right balance between candidates, employers and recruitment partners.
Whether you’re looking for an office job or engineering role we understand this means only one thing- It’s all about finding that perfect accord so everyone can work together towards achieving their common goal – filling the position of interest with talent like you.
We also know that the average candidate’s job search experience can be disheartening and so we strive to optimise your job search experience by providing resources and assistance at every stage. We take time to listen and understand your requirements, as well as aspirations, so that you can be confident in our recommendations for positions that will suit both yourself AND any employer who takes a chance on hiring someone new!
For Employers, We Offer Recruitment Solutions, Not Merely ‘Fill Them Fast’ Candidates.
Finding the right person is about more than filling a vacancy quickly. We take the time to understand your business, your team and the skills you’re looking for before sourcing candidates who are the right fit.
With over 40 years of combined recruitment experience, we provide temporary, contract and permanent recruitment across manufacturing, engineering, sales, administration and technical sectors. Our straightforward, relationship-focused approach helps employers save time, recruit with confidence and build stronger teams for the future.
