Why us?
Our workplace changes everyday. Internal and external influences make it happen. Nothing is concrete.
However, what doesn't change is the camaraderie. We all really care about one another and the work we do. We know, cheesy 🧀, but it is true..
Throughout the last 30 years, the company has made it through 3 recessions and other adverse world events. And then came 2020 and just like everyone else, we adapted to a new world of work. It was difficult, of course it was, but we've come out the other side as such a strong team. We wouldn’t be where we are today without our incredible team of individuals.
We’re always looking for the right people to join us.


The additional extras
Alongside the usual (pension etc.), in return for being part of the team and contributing towards our success you'll be entitled to the following...
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Holiday allowance
Recharge your batteries fully with 25 days' holiday per year & the option to carry over 3. -
Competitive commission
As much as 30% commission. -
Keep your health up
Stay fit with a gym membership. -
Health insurance
Private health insurance with Bupa for all our employees. -
Birthday
Each employee gets to take their birthday off. This way they can enjoy celebrating on the day, or when they want to! -
Flexible hours
We don't expect our team to work super long hours. We also have a 2pm finish every other Friday. -
Pirkx
Access to our EAP portal that includes advice about health, wealth, shopping, a free lottery and other benefits. -
Team Events
Join us for regular team building events and nights out as a team. -
Voluntary charity days
Every employee gets 2 days off per year to work for a charity of their choice. -
Hybrid Working
The choice to work in the comfort of your own home twice a week. -
Purchasing holiday Employees have the option to buy up to 3 days holiday.
Career paths
We’re always looking to bring new talent into the team – whether you’re new to recruitment or a seasoned professional. We offer tailored career paths to support you at each stage of your career.

Career Starters & Graduates
Do you have excellent people skills, an entrepreneurial attitude, and want to fast-track your career? Recruitment could be the perfect choice for you.

Experienced professionals
We're looking for experienced recruitment consultants and senior managers. You bring your determination, integrity, and creativity, and we’ll provide the perfect environment for your next step.

Life in Reading
We’re pleased to call Reading home. Our office is based in the heart of Reading – a town on its way to become the UK’s fastest growing economy.
Reading has a thriving business scene. It’s called the “UK’s Silicon Valley” for good reason: it has the highest density of digital tech businesses in UK. That’s seven times the national average. Giants like Microsoft and Oracle have headquarters here. It’s also an inspirational base for diverse cultures, a repository of English heritage and architecture, and a lovely location for good food, great times, and plenty of relaxation. Here is what our team loves most about the area.
Being part of the team
People join Wade Macdonald for our reputation, and they stay for the work environment and people. We have a brilliant workforce (and that's by no means exaggerating) and we don't mind bragging about it. The team is made up of a great bunch of individuals. Everyone is comfortable in their own skin and celebrated for their different interests and lifestyles.
Events & other social aspects:
> Quarter end celebrations and outings including a big Christmas party to round off the year
> Monthly and quarterly recognition awards i.e. employee nominated person of the month, high achievers
> Weekly social events i.e. pub quizzes and drinks after work
> In-house bar and games room; Pool, Ping-Pong, Darts etc.
Check out our social media channels for more insight into our work culture.

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The culture of this place is amazing, very supportive and fun. If you have any previous experience as an Recruitment Consultant, you probably know how horribly pressured and only money oriented it can be. Wade Macdonald is completely not like that. Sure, KPIs are important and you need to bring some good income, but they are there to help you and to celebrate your successes! I have now moved from recruitment to HR, but if I would consider going back to that career at any point, Wade Macdonald would be a place to go. Amazing friends and good money as well.
Amazing place to work! Would come back in a heartbeat!

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